Alma School District

As we head into spring and the potential for severe weather, we want to remind our district families and community about the Alma School District Safe Rooms that are available during weather threats.

Please take a moment to review the safe room locations, along with important guidelines and rules so you know what to expect if they are needed.

Learn more here: https://www.almasd.net/o/asd/page/safe-room

Staying informed and prepared helps keep everyone safe.

At last night’s school board meeting, we had the privilege of further recognizing our campus Teachers of the Year. Principals took a moment to share what makes these educators such valuable members of their school communities and the impact they have on students each day.

Congratulations to our outstanding honorees:

• Alma High School: Michele Ikenberry
• Alma Middle School: Keith Reeves
• Alma Intermediate School: Jennifer Anderson
• Alma Primary School: Tiffany Gregory

Each of these educators represents the dedication and care that can be found in classrooms across the district, and we are proud to celebrate the difference they make for Alma students.

In addition, Alma Middle School was recognized for its recent redesignation as an Arkansas Diamond School to Watch. This honor highlights the school’s strong commitment to academic achievement, student growth, and creating a positive and supportive learning environment for all students.

River Valley Career Launch Success! Yesterday, 21 Alma High School seniors participated in the River Valley Career Launch, interviewing with companies from across the region for professional opportunities after graduation. We’re so proud of these future leaders!

Students from Alma High School’s Model UN recently participated in the Model Arab League program at the University of Arkansas.

Acting as delegates for Morocco and Saudi Arabia, students gained firsthand experience in diplomacy, public speaking, and the politics and history of the Arab world.

Morgan English and Heather Mitchell earned Honorable Mention for their outstanding representation of Morocco on the Special Council on Arab Culture and Heritage.

Congratulations to all students for their dedication and participation!

📚 Literacy in Action!

Learning looks a little different when students are deeply engaged in what they read! In Mrs. Payne’s 9th-grade class and Mrs. Van Devender’s 10th-grade class, students are connecting with their books in meaningful and engaging ways.

From thoughtful Socratic Seminars to outdoor book clubs, students are sharing ideas, asking questions, and building a deeper understanding of the texts they read. These experiences encourage collaboration, critical thinking, and a love for reading - while giving students a voice in the conversation.

It’s inspiring to see literacy come to life in such creative ways!

📚 Literacy in Action!

Kindergarten is buzzing with learning during literacy small groups in Mrs. Thomas’s and Mrs. Banks’s classrooms! Instruction is tailored to each student, keeping it engaging and fun. It’s wonderful to see our Airedales building reading skills and confidence every day.

A big thank you to these teachers for their dedication to student success! 💛

Fuel up for a good cause! Join the Alma School District Child Nutrition Department for a Pancake Breakfast for Meal Debt on April 11, 2026, from 7-10 AM. Enjoy pancakes, biscuits & gravy, sausage, bacon, eggs, fresh fruit, coffee, juice, and milk - all for donations. Plus, fun raffles to be announced! Don’t miss it!

March is National Athletic Training Month!

We’re celebrating our amazing Ms. Patti Webb, the heart and hero behind keeping our Airedales safe, healthy, and ready to compete! From preventing injuries to helping our athletes recover and perform their best, Ms. Webb goes above and beyond every single day.

Thank you, Ms. Webb, for all you do for our students and our community!

We’re wrapping up Read Across America Week - and what a week it has been! A huge thank you to everyone in our community and across the district who dedicated their time and energy to celebrating the joy and importance of reading. Your efforts make a difference! 📚🎉

Alma Intermediate School is celebrating Read Across America Week with some very special guests! 📚✨

In Ms. Hall’s class, Mr. Bullard, Alma Primary Principal, read Cat in the Hat. Mrs. Taylor Skolarski (Ozark Mercy Hospital) read Fox in Socks, and Mrs. Vee Webb-DeLesline (Cass Job Corps) read The Recess Queen - both also Franklin County Fair Queens, with Vee holding a F.A.C.S. Queen title! Dr. Duffie stopped by, too, reading Wacky Wednesday.

Over in Mrs. Broyles and Mrs. Boster’s classes, Coach Law read Tacky - her favorite because it’s all about a cheer competition - and even showed the class the cheer!

We love seeing our community come together to celebrate reading!

State Tournament Action!

The Alma Airedales take on West Memphis in the state tournament tomorrow!

📅 Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM CST
📍 Location: Farmington, AR

🎟 Digital Admission Only - $8.00 for adults and students. Purchase here: https://gofan.co/app/school/AR16989
❌ No cash will be accepted at the gate.

Can’t attend in person? All games will be live-streamed and commentated through:
- Alma School District YouTube Channel
- Natural State YouTube Channel
- www.aaascoreboard.com

Let’s cheer on our Airedales as they hit the court for the playoffs!

Don’t skip school meals - especially tomorrow! Our amazing Child Nutrition team has some fun things cooking:

🥞 Sweet breakfast treats to celebrate National School Breakfast Week
🥚 Green eggs (dye-free!) & ham for lunch in honor of Read Across America Week

See the full menu here: https://menus.healthepro.com/organizations/820

What. A. Night. 🎶✨

Alma Intermediate School took the stage for the 2026 Triple Extravaganza Spring Concert - and they did an amazing job!

👏 AIS Honor Choir (4th & 5th Grade)
🎼 4th Grade Arkansas Program
🎶 5th Grade Flutophones

Congrats to Mrs. Walden and everyone who was involved in making this happen! We’re so proud of all the hard work that went into this performance. 💚

Celebrate National School Breakfast Week 🎉

This week, schools across the country are highlighting the most important meal of the day - breakfast! To join the celebration, we’re serving mini strawberry pancakes this Thursday at all campuses. Start your day the right way with this tasty treat! 🍓🥞

Check out the full menu here: https://menus.healthepro.com/organizations/820

Next week is packed with fun and flavor thanks to our Child Nutrition Department!

🌟 National School Breakfast Week
Every student deserves a strong start! Did you know all students have access to a free breakfast? Join us as we celebrate the most important meal of the day with delicious options to fuel learning and fun.

Learn more here:
https://schoolnutrition.org/.../national-school.../

📚 Dr. Seuss - Read Across America Week
Get ready for a whimsical twist on a classic favorite! On Thursday, March 5, we’ll be serving Green Eggs and Ham (dye-free!) to honor Dr. Seuss and the joy of reading. Don’t miss this tasty way to celebrate literacy and imagination!

View the weekly menu here: https://menus.healthepro.com/organizations/820

Let’s eat, read, and celebrate together!

SLIME TIME took over Alma Primary School on Friday!

This annual favorite brought lots of excitement (and a little extra noise!) to the halls as students cheered on the Slime a Teacher event. Even better - every dollar raised goes directly toward new PE equipment for our APS students.

Fun, laughter, and a great cause… that’s a win-win for our Airedales! 💚

Friday night’s final home basketball game was one to remember! Alma High celebrated our seniors on Senior Night, Alma Cheer welcomed Pre-K–2 students for the Alma Primary Spirit Clinic, and 3rd-grade champs joined the court at halftime for some fun. A night full of Airedale pride and smiles! Check out the District Facebook page for more pictures.🏀💛🎉

Alma High School Educators Rising students attended the Arkansas State Conference at ASU–Beebe on February 19, competing in multiple categories and participating in leadership sessions, Power Labs, and service projects.

Congratulations to our national qualifiers:
🏆 Keila Lawson - 1st Place, Educators Rising Moment
📚 Caroline Bunzel & Kalyn Tipton - 3rd Place, Children’s Literature (K–3)
🔬 Gianna Perrault - 2nd Place, Lesson Planning & Delivery (STEM)

We are proud of all students for their professionalism, creativity, and outstanding representation of Alma High School!

The Alma Primary School Pre-K classes had a special visitor this morning! Ms. Megan from Urrutia Family Dental visited as part of a special learning experience connected to their Health & Safety and Community Helpers units, teaching students about dental health and how to keep the “sugar bugs” away. Each student also received a brand new toothbrush to take home. Thank you for making learning fun and helping our students build healthy habits! 🦷✨