Summer Hours for all Alma School District campuses and departments are now in effect:
Monday–Thursday
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(45-minute lunch)
Fridays
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Regular schedules will resume Monday, July 27.
Have a great summer, Airedales!
Monday–Thursday
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(45-minute lunch)
Fridays
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Regular schedules will resume Monday, July 27.
Have a great summer, Airedales!
Summer Theatre Camp has been in full swing all week, and these students have been working really hard!
Tomorrow, all of that dedication and effort takes center stage as they perform Olympus: The Greek Rock Musical - a high-energy, laugh-out-loud production where Greek gods compete for greatness. Packed with humor, catchy songs, and unexpected adventures, this is a show you won't want to miss!
Join us this Saturday at 3:00 p.m. for our Summer Theatre Camp performance at the Skokos Performing Arts Center-Alma.
🎟️ Tickets are $5
Come support these talented young performers and enjoy an afternoon of fun, music, and mythology!
Tomorrow, all of that dedication and effort takes center stage as they perform Olympus: The Greek Rock Musical - a high-energy, laugh-out-loud production where Greek gods compete for greatness. Packed with humor, catchy songs, and unexpected adventures, this is a show you won't want to miss!
Join us this Saturday at 3:00 p.m. for our Summer Theatre Camp performance at the Skokos Performing Arts Center-Alma.
🎟️ Tickets are $5
Come support these talented young performers and enjoy an afternoon of fun, music, and mythology!
📚🚌 Bookmobile Update for Today (6/5/26) 🚌📚
Our Bookmobile is still waiting on a special part before it can get back to full speed, so our substitute bus will be making the rounds again today!
Keep an eye out for the little yellow bus - your favorite Bookmobile crew will be there with plenty of smiles, great books, and summer fun!
Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and continued support as we work to get the Bookmobile back on the road. We can't wait to see you today!
Our Bookmobile is still waiting on a special part before it can get back to full speed, so our substitute bus will be making the rounds again today!
Keep an eye out for the little yellow bus - your favorite Bookmobile crew will be there with plenty of smiles, great books, and summer fun!
Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and continued support as we work to get the Bookmobile back on the road. We can't wait to see you today!
📚🚌 Bookmobile Update for Today (6/5/26) 🚌📚
Our Bookmobile is still waiting on a special part before it can get back to full speed, so our substitute bus will be making the rounds again today!
Keep an eye out for the little yellow bus - your favorite Bookmobile crew will be there with plenty of smiles, great books, and summer fun!
Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and continued support as we work to get the Bookmobile back on the road. We can't wait to see you today!
Our Bookmobile is still waiting on a special part before it can get back to full speed, so our substitute bus will be making the rounds again today!
Keep an eye out for the little yellow bus - your favorite Bookmobile crew will be there with plenty of smiles, great books, and summer fun!
Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and continued support as we work to get the Bookmobile back on the road. We can't wait to see you today!
Reserve Your Spot in the 2026 Airedale Football Program!
Support Airedale Football while promoting your business or celebrating your favorite student!
The 2026 Airedale Football Program is now accepting submissions, and we'd love to have you be part of this longtime Airedale tradition.
📅 Submission Deadline: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Reserve your spot and access the submission form here:
🔗 https://www.almasd.net/o/ahs/page/football
📞 Questions? Contact:
Amie Nicholson
(479) 632-4791
ANicholson@almasd.net
Thank you for supporting our student-athletes, coaches, and the Airedale community!
Support Airedale Football while promoting your business or celebrating your favorite student!
The 2026 Airedale Football Program is now accepting submissions, and we'd love to have you be part of this longtime Airedale tradition.
📅 Submission Deadline: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Reserve your spot and access the submission form here:
🔗 https://www.almasd.net/o/ahs/page/football
📞 Questions? Contact:
Amie Nicholson
(479) 632-4791
ANicholson@almasd.net
Thank you for supporting our student-athletes, coaches, and the Airedale community!
🐾 New Role Announcement
Alma School District is proud to recognize members of our Airedale family who are stepping into new roles for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in congratulating Emily Banks, who will serve as the Head Coach of the Lady Airedale Soccer Program.
About Emily: A proud Alma High School graduate from the Class of 2020, Emily is entering her third year of teaching Special Education and coaching high school soccer. She earned her bachelor's degree in K–12 Special Education from Harding University in 2024 and began her career in the Cabot School District as a Special Education teacher and assistant soccer coach. Last year, she returned to Alma and had the opportunity to serve as assistant coach under her former high school coach, Cory Sturdivant. Now, she is excited to lead the Lady Airedale Soccer Program, where her own soccer journey began, and continue building upon the program's strong tradition.
We’re proud to have Emily continue serving Alma School District in this new role and look forward to the positive impact she will make on our students and athletic programs!
Alma School District is proud to recognize members of our Airedale family who are stepping into new roles for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in congratulating Emily Banks, who will serve as the Head Coach of the Lady Airedale Soccer Program.
About Emily: A proud Alma High School graduate from the Class of 2020, Emily is entering her third year of teaching Special Education and coaching high school soccer. She earned her bachelor's degree in K–12 Special Education from Harding University in 2024 and began her career in the Cabot School District as a Special Education teacher and assistant soccer coach. Last year, she returned to Alma and had the opportunity to serve as assistant coach under her former high school coach, Cory Sturdivant. Now, she is excited to lead the Lady Airedale Soccer Program, where her own soccer journey began, and continue building upon the program's strong tradition.
We’re proud to have Emily continue serving Alma School District in this new role and look forward to the positive impact she will make on our students and athletic programs!
📚Literacy in Action at Camp Airedale & Summer School📚
Our students are having a blast this summer while strengthening their reading and writing skills through engaging lessons and hands-on activities!
🌊 Ocean Animals - discovering fascinating creatures beneath the sea
🌿 Rainforests - exploring diverse habitats and amazing wildlife
🦁 Zoo Animals - researching and writing about animals from around the world
🚀 Space - learning about planets, stars, astronauts, and the wonders of the universe
Each day, students read informational texts, expand their vocabulary, write about what they learn, and create exciting projects that bring their learning to life.
We love seeing their curiosity grow as they become stronger readers, writers, and thinkers! 💚🐾
Our students are having a blast this summer while strengthening their reading and writing skills through engaging lessons and hands-on activities!
🌊 Ocean Animals - discovering fascinating creatures beneath the sea
🌿 Rainforests - exploring diverse habitats and amazing wildlife
🦁 Zoo Animals - researching and writing about animals from around the world
🚀 Space - learning about planets, stars, astronauts, and the wonders of the universe
Each day, students read informational texts, expand their vocabulary, write about what they learn, and create exciting projects that bring their learning to life.
We love seeing their curiosity grow as they become stronger readers, writers, and thinkers! 💚🐾
🐾 Welcome to the Airedale Family!
Alma School District is excited to continue introducing new members of our Airedale family for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in welcoming Shane Ayotte, who will be joining the team at Alma High School.
About Shane: Shane recently taught in Central Arkansas and is excited to return to the River Valley to continue his teaching career. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from the University of Central Arkansas and is grateful for the opportunity to join the Alma community. Shane looks forward to building relationships with students and making a positive impact in the classroom. He is excited to become an Airedale and be part of such a great school community.
We’re excited to have Shane join our team and look forward to the positive impact he will make with our students and community!
Alma School District is excited to continue introducing new members of our Airedale family for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in welcoming Shane Ayotte, who will be joining the team at Alma High School.
About Shane: Shane recently taught in Central Arkansas and is excited to return to the River Valley to continue his teaching career. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from the University of Central Arkansas and is grateful for the opportunity to join the Alma community. Shane looks forward to building relationships with students and making a positive impact in the classroom. He is excited to become an Airedale and be part of such a great school community.
We’re excited to have Shane join our team and look forward to the positive impact he will make with our students and community!
📚🚌 Bookmobile Update for Tomorrow (6/3/26)
Our Bookmobile experienced some mechanical issues yesterday, and while we wait on a part to get our bus back on the road, we'll be using a substitute bus tomorrow.
Don't worry - we'll still be delivering food and bringing along a small selection of books geared toward our younger readers for checkout!
Keep an eye out for the small yellow bus on Wednesday, June 3. You'll find the same friendly faces, smiles, and services you know and love. Thank you for your patience and support as we get the Bookmobile rolling again soon! ❤️📖
Our Bookmobile experienced some mechanical issues yesterday, and while we wait on a part to get our bus back on the road, we'll be using a substitute bus tomorrow.
Don't worry - we'll still be delivering food and bringing along a small selection of books geared toward our younger readers for checkout!
Keep an eye out for the small yellow bus on Wednesday, June 3. You'll find the same friendly faces, smiles, and services you know and love. Thank you for your patience and support as we get the Bookmobile rolling again soon! ❤️📖
🐾 Welcome to the Airedale Family!
Alma School District is excited to continue introducing new members of our Airedale family for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in welcoming Sidney Andrews, who will serve as an 8th-grade science teacher at Alma Middle School.
About Sidney: Sidney is from Dardanelle, Arkansas, and is a graduate of Arkansas Tech University, where she earned her bachelor's degree in education. This will be her second year in education. Sidney will be getting married this summer and is excited to move to the area with her fiancé, Will, and their three dogs, Max, Mia, and Roo. She is looking forward to joining Alma Middle School and is excited to become an Airedale!
We’re excited to have Sidney join our team and look forward to the positive impact she will make with our students and community!
Alma School District is excited to continue introducing new members of our Airedale family for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in welcoming Sidney Andrews, who will serve as an 8th-grade science teacher at Alma Middle School.
About Sidney: Sidney is from Dardanelle, Arkansas, and is a graduate of Arkansas Tech University, where she earned her bachelor's degree in education. This will be her second year in education. Sidney will be getting married this summer and is excited to move to the area with her fiancé, Will, and their three dogs, Max, Mia, and Roo. She is looking forward to joining Alma Middle School and is excited to become an Airedale!
We’re excited to have Sidney join our team and look forward to the positive impact she will make with our students and community!
🐾 Welcome to the Airedale Family!
Alma School District is excited to continue introducing new members of our Airedale family for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in welcoming Cara Willmon, who will serve as an Agriculture Teacher at Alma High School.
About Cara: Cara is excited to begin her career as an Agriculture Teacher at Alma School District. A proud Alma High School graduate, she is thankful for the opportunity to return to the program that helped shape her passion for agriculture and education. Cara attended Arkansas Tech University, where she studied agricultural education and gained valuable classroom experience through student teaching and internships. She looks forward to building relationships with students and helping them grow through hands-on learning, leadership, and FFA involvement.
We’re excited to have Cara join our team and look forward to the positive impact she will make with our students and community!
Alma School District is excited to continue introducing new members of our Airedale family for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in welcoming Cara Willmon, who will serve as an Agriculture Teacher at Alma High School.
About Cara: Cara is excited to begin her career as an Agriculture Teacher at Alma School District. A proud Alma High School graduate, she is thankful for the opportunity to return to the program that helped shape her passion for agriculture and education. Cara attended Arkansas Tech University, where she studied agricultural education and gained valuable classroom experience through student teaching and internships. She looks forward to building relationships with students and helping them grow through hands-on learning, leadership, and FFA involvement.
We’re excited to have Cara join our team and look forward to the positive impact she will make with our students and community!
🐾 Welcome to the Airedale Family!
Alma School District is excited to continue introducing new members of our Airedale family for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in welcoming Rachel Maslakov, who will be joining Alma Primary School.
About Rachel: Rachel brings 14 years of elementary teaching experience and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Arkansas Tech University. She is passionate about creating a supportive, engaging, and joyful learning environment where students can thrive. Outside the classroom, Rachel enjoys spending time with her family, including her husband, Kirill, and their 9-year-old son, Bennett. She is excited to join Alma School District and looks forward to welcoming her new students this year.
We’re excited to have Rachel join our team and look forward to the positive impact she will make with our students and community!
Alma School District is excited to continue introducing new members of our Airedale family for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in welcoming Rachel Maslakov, who will be joining Alma Primary School.
About Rachel: Rachel brings 14 years of elementary teaching experience and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Arkansas Tech University. She is passionate about creating a supportive, engaging, and joyful learning environment where students can thrive. Outside the classroom, Rachel enjoys spending time with her family, including her husband, Kirill, and their 9-year-old son, Bennett. She is excited to join Alma School District and looks forward to welcoming her new students this year.
We’re excited to have Rachel join our team and look forward to the positive impact she will make with our students and community!
🎙️ Mr. Bridges is back with a brand-new podcast episode!
In this episode, Mr. B. sits down with Kevin Hesslen, the new Superintendent of Alma School District. Mr. Hesslen shares his journey in education, discusses the many roles he's held throughout his career, talks about his family, and outlines his vision for the future of Alma Schools.
Along the way, the two discover they have more in common than they realized, including some shared connections from the past!
We invite you to get to know the leader who will help guide Alma Schools into the future.
🎧 Listen here: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s4-e8-what-s-the-deal-with-the-new-superintendent--72278593
In this episode, Mr. B. sits down with Kevin Hesslen, the new Superintendent of Alma School District. Mr. Hesslen shares his journey in education, discusses the many roles he's held throughout his career, talks about his family, and outlines his vision for the future of Alma Schools.
Along the way, the two discover they have more in common than they realized, including some shared connections from the past!
We invite you to get to know the leader who will help guide Alma Schools into the future.
🎧 Listen here: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s4-e8-what-s-the-deal-with-the-new-superintendent--72278593
Today is the final day to submit your School Choice Application for the 2026-2027 school year at Alma School District!
Join a district committed to academic excellence, student success, and outstanding opportunities in academics, athletics, arts, and extracurricular activities.
✅ Applications must be submitted by the end of the day today.
✅ Don't miss your opportunity to become part of the Airedale family!
LINK: https://www.almasd.net/page/school-choice
Questions? Contact the Alma School District Administration Office for assistance.
Join a district committed to academic excellence, student success, and outstanding opportunities in academics, athletics, arts, and extracurricular activities.
✅ Applications must be submitted by the end of the day today.
✅ Don't miss your opportunity to become part of the Airedale family!
LINK: https://www.almasd.net/page/school-choice
Questions? Contact the Alma School District Administration Office for assistance.
🐾 New Role Announcement
Alma School District is proud to recognize members of our Airedale family who are stepping into new roles for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in congratulating Abby Boster, who will be serving as a Counselor at Alma High School.
About Abby: Abby will begin her 10th year in education, with nearly her entire career dedicated to serving Alma School District students and families. Throughout her time at Alma, she has served in a variety of roles, including middle school math teacher, cheer coach, and elementary teacher. These experiences have strengthened her passion for supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally. Abby is committed to helping students feel seen, heard, and encouraged as they prepare for bright futures.
We’re excited for Abby as she begins this new role at Alma High School and look forward to the positive impact she will continue to make on our students and school community!
Alma School District is proud to recognize members of our Airedale family who are stepping into new roles for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in congratulating Abby Boster, who will be serving as a Counselor at Alma High School.
About Abby: Abby will begin her 10th year in education, with nearly her entire career dedicated to serving Alma School District students and families. Throughout her time at Alma, she has served in a variety of roles, including middle school math teacher, cheer coach, and elementary teacher. These experiences have strengthened her passion for supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally. Abby is committed to helping students feel seen, heard, and encouraged as they prepare for bright futures.
We’re excited for Abby as she begins this new role at Alma High School and look forward to the positive impact she will continue to make on our students and school community!
📚🚍 IT'S DAY ONE OF THE BOOKMOBILE 🚍📚
The wait is over - we're hitting the road and bringing books, smiles, and summer reading fun to you!
We can't wait to see all of our readers today! Be sure to check out the schedule below to find your stop time and get ready to hop aboard.
Find your stop time below!
👇👇👇
The wait is over - we're hitting the road and bringing books, smiles, and summer reading fun to you!
We can't wait to see all of our readers today! Be sure to check out the schedule below to find your stop time and get ready to hop aboard.
Find your stop time below!
👇👇👇
🐾 Welcome to the Airedale Family!
Alma School District is excited to continue introducing new members of our Airedale family for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in welcoming Sarah Walker, who will serve as an Assistant Principal at Alma High School.
About Sarah: Sarah brings 16 years of experience in education and has served in a variety of leadership and instructional roles, including agriculture instructor, instructional facilitator, and, most recently, Principal at Mountainburg Middle School. Throughout her career, she has remained committed to student success, building strong relationships, and supporting teachers. Sarah is passionate about fostering a positive school culture, promoting academic excellence, and helping students reach their full potential. She looks forward to becoming an active part of the Alma High School community and connecting with students, staff, and families. Outside of school, Sarah enjoys spending time with her husband, Andrew, and their children, Allie and Cooper. As a family, they stay busy with livestock projects and cheering on their children at sporting events.
We’re excited to have Sarah join our team and look forward to the positive impact she will make with our students, staff, and community!
Alma School District is excited to continue introducing new members of our Airedale family for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in welcoming Sarah Walker, who will serve as an Assistant Principal at Alma High School.
About Sarah: Sarah brings 16 years of experience in education and has served in a variety of leadership and instructional roles, including agriculture instructor, instructional facilitator, and, most recently, Principal at Mountainburg Middle School. Throughout her career, she has remained committed to student success, building strong relationships, and supporting teachers. Sarah is passionate about fostering a positive school culture, promoting academic excellence, and helping students reach their full potential. She looks forward to becoming an active part of the Alma High School community and connecting with students, staff, and families. Outside of school, Sarah enjoys spending time with her husband, Andrew, and their children, Allie and Cooper. As a family, they stay busy with livestock projects and cheering on their children at sporting events.
We’re excited to have Sarah join our team and look forward to the positive impact she will make with our students, staff, and community!
Current K–8 Alma students have access to their Zearn Math accounts all summer long!
Just 30 minutes a day can help students:
✅ Maintain math skills
✅ Build confidence
✅ Stay prepared for the next school year
Getting started is easy:
🔹 Visit zearn.org
🔹 Click "Login with Clever"
🔹 Sign in with your school Google account
Make math a part of your summer routine and keep learning all season long!
Questions? Contact Chelsie Sturdivant, Math Curriculum Specialist K–12, at clsturdivant@almasd.net.
Just 30 minutes a day can help students:
✅ Maintain math skills
✅ Build confidence
✅ Stay prepared for the next school year
Getting started is easy:
🔹 Visit zearn.org
🔹 Click "Login with Clever"
🔹 Sign in with your school Google account
Make math a part of your summer routine and keep learning all season long!
Questions? Contact Chelsie Sturdivant, Math Curriculum Specialist K–12, at clsturdivant@almasd.net.
Attention Alma Primary School Families!
The Parent Input Form for class placement is now available for the upcoming school year!
Your feedback is an important part of helping our placement team determine the best classroom and teacher match for your child. All responses will remain confidential.
Please read all form details carefully before submitting your response.
Access the form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSxCyRY5g-YvVa2i73AB_SF54Dmd1NEYDJXzv0OBIv2TX3Xw/viewform
Thank you for partnering with us to support your child's success - we value your input!
The Parent Input Form for class placement is now available for the upcoming school year!
Your feedback is an important part of helping our placement team determine the best classroom and teacher match for your child. All responses will remain confidential.
Please read all form details carefully before submitting your response.
Access the form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSxCyRY5g-YvVa2i73AB_SF54Dmd1NEYDJXzv0OBIv2TX3Xw/viewform
Thank you for partnering with us to support your child's success - we value your input!
🐾 New Role Announcement
Alma School District is proud to recognize members of our Airedale family who are stepping into new roles for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in congratulating Brandy Broyles, who will be joining the team at Alma High School as the new Literacy Teacher.
About Brandy: Brandy brings 17 years of teaching experience and has spent the last 9 years serving students at Alma Intermediate School. Alma holds a special place in her heart, as the community has been home to her family for many years. Her two sons are proud Alma graduates, her youngest daughter currently attends Alma Primary School, and her family has also enjoyed hosting a daughter from Germany. Brandy is excited to bring her passion for reading and writing to the high school level while helping students discover their voices and prepare for the future.
We’re excited for Brandy as she begins this new chapter at Alma High School and look forward to the continued impact she will make with our students and community!
