This week, Mrs. Ikenberry's students gained essential life-saving skills with hands-on training from the American Red Cross! They learned how to handle minor injuries, head injuries, and severe bleeding requiring tourniquets, as well as CPR, AED use, choking, strokes, heart attacks, and drug overdoses. Through real-life simulations, they built confidence in responding to emergencies.
Alma High School Color Guard Earns 2nd Place, Prepares for State Championships
The Alma High School Color Guard recently achieved an impressive 2nd place finish in their class at the Arkansas Marching Arts Association contest, held at Charles B. Dyer Arena on Saturday. Their performance, "The Monster You Created," captivated the audience and judges alike. Next, the team will compete in the Arkansas Marching Arts Association State Championships this Friday, March 21, at Lake Hamilton High School. We wish them the best of luck as they showcase their talent on the state stage! A special thank you to Potts Shotts for capturing incredible moments from the competition.
Today, Alma High School had the privilege of welcoming U.S. Congressman Steve Womack to campus! He toured our state-of-the-art facilities, met with Alma Agricultural Education & FFA Chapter students, and engaged in insightful discussions about the future of agriculture.
Students asked thoughtful questions, shared their passion, and showcased the incredible opportunities at Alma. Congressman Womack emphasized the importance of agricultural education and even presented students with challenge coins as a token of appreciation.
A truly inspiring visit that reinforced the vital role of agriculture in our community and beyond!
Mr. Merritt's AP Physics 1 class at Alma High School recently had a hands-on lesson at the Skokos Performing Arts Center-Alma! In collaboration with Mr. Sellers and Mr. Thomas, students spent a class period learning how to safely operate the rigging, focusing on pulleys and how they provide mechanical advantage and change force direction. The class explored how technical theater and physics are connected and saw how the pulley concepts they study in class are applied in real-world engineering.
Spring Break is just ONE week away! All campuses & district offices will be closed during the break. Students & staff return on Monday, March 31st. Enjoy your time off!
Alma High School had an outstanding day at CPA last Thursday, earning top marks across the board! All AHS Choirs received superior ratings in both stage performance and the sight-reading room, achieving a clean sweep of straight 1’s. As a result of their exceptional performances, the Chamber, Honors, and Concert Choirs have qualified to advance to the State CPA in April! We are incredibly proud of our talented students and their hard work.
On March 12, the Alma Middle School Choir competed at the Choral Performance Assessment (CPA) in Van Buren, earning Superior ratings and bringing home a plaque! This event serves as both a state assessment and a competition against schools from across the region, including tough 7A opponents. Congratulations to our talented singers and their incredible directors, Mr. and Mrs. Reeves, for making Alma proud! Check out our Facebook page for more photos.
On Tuesday, March 11th, 28 of our students attended the Be Pro Be Proud Draft Day at Peak Innovation Center! This hands-on experience connected students with top employers and training providers in high-demand technical careers. With 23 school districts and 40+ employers in attendance, students explored exciting career paths, participated in industry simulations, and even secured job offers before graduation! This wasn’t just a career fair — it was a launchpad for students eager to jumpstart their futures! From hands-on skills training to real-world job interviews, our students made the most of this opportunity to network with industry leaders and take the next step toward their careers. These industries are shaping the future, and our students are ready to be a part of it! A huge THANK YOU to our dedicated staff, Peak Innovation Center, the Be Pro Be Proud team and all the amazing employers and training providers who made this event a success!Check out our Facebook page for more photos.
Our community and staff made Read Across America Week unforgettable by sharing stories as guest readers at Alma Primary School and Alma Intermediate School! It was amazing to see students engaged and excited as books came to life. Huge thanks to everyone who participated and helped inspire a love of reading! Check out our Facebook page for more photos.
Science in Action at Alma Middle School! Ms. Dooley’s enrichment students had a sweet time making homemade ice cream while learning about physical and chemical changes! From freezing the mixture to watching ingredients react, this hands-on activity made science cool and delicious!
On Monday evening, the students of Alma Intermediate School put on an amazing show under the direction of Mrs. Walden. The "Triple the Fun" concert featured a variety of performances. Our 4th graders journeyed through Arkansas history and celebrated the beauty of our state through song. The AIS Honor Choir wowed the crowd with renditions of "Turn, Turn, Turn," "Give Us Hope," and "Blue Suede Shoes" (with Elvis impersonators adding an extra touch of fun!). Meanwhile, our 5th graders rocked the Flutophone concert, performing "Mary Had a Little Lamb," "Ode to Joy" (the school song), and "Batman." It was a night full of music, learning, and fun! A big thank you to Mrs. Walden and all her helpers for their direction and leadership in making this event possible.
Kickoff for Read Across America Week! We’re excited to celebrate all things reading with our students! The goal of Read Across America Week is to inspire young readers, promote literacy, celebrate diversity, and build a sense of community. Today, Mrs. Hall’s 3rd grade class at Alma Intermediate School kicked things off with a special guest – Dr. Duffie, who read "Mr. Brown Can Moo! Can You?" What a fun way to start the week! It’s going to be a week full of joy, learning, and fun!
Congratulations to Brylynn Lamproe for qualifying in three events at the 5A State Championship as a freshman! Athletes can only compete in two, and she chose the 50-yard freestyle and 100-yard freestyle this Saturday in Russellville. 50 Free – 15th Place. and 100 Free – 14th Place. Way to go, Brylynn! The future is bright! #only1Airedale
Senior Night was a night to remember! On Friday, February 28, at the final home basketball game, we honored the senior students from basketball, cheer, dance, choir, and the airewaves media team. These dedicated seniors have poured countless hours into their teams and organizations, demonstrating their hard work, passion, and school spirit. We are grateful for their contributions and wish them success in their future endeavors. No matter where life takes them, they will always be part of the Airedale family! Visit our Facebook page for more photos.
Alma Intermediate School has been celebrating Random Acts of Kindness Week! School counselor Mrs. Wagner gave each classroom a Top Secret Kindness Mission to spread positivity across the campus. Mrs. Yates' class took their mission to the playground, covering the basketball courts with uplifting messages for everyone to see. "We wanted students to feel encouraged while playing, so we chose messages that would brighten their day," shared Mrs. Yates. Kindness is contagious — let’s keep it going! #KindnessWeek #SpreadPositivity
Due to winter weather, there are a few days we need to make up. To help clarify this, we've created the graphic below showing the missed days due to inclement weather and the designated make-up days for each. For more details on our district calendar, please visit www.almasd.net. Be sure to mark these changes on your calendar. Thank you for your understanding!
Alma Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, due to winter weather. Plan A will be in effect: all offices and campuses closed, no school for students, and evening activities canceled. Updates for Wednesday, February 19th will be provided as soon as possible. Stay safe!
We’re proud to be a Purple Star School District at Alma! This means we’re committed to supporting students and families connected to our nation’s armed forces. To celebrate, we’re selling Purple Up t-shirts to wear every Friday in April! Let’s show our support by wearing purple! Check out the details below on how to get your shirt!
LINK: https://www.purpleupalma.com/#/
The junior high basketball tournament at Harrison scheduled for this upcoming week has been canceled due to the anticipated inclement weather.
Today, high school students, under the guidance of Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. Ikenberry, participated in mock interviews conducted by board members of the Alma Area Chamber of Commerce. These interviews gave students a valuable opportunity to develop and refine their interview skills. Engaging conversations took place, giving students meaningful experience in this essential area. A huge thank you to Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. Ikenberry for their continued dedication. Special appreciation also goes to Bryan Huff (Chamber President), Sara Peters, and Douglas Bowen for their time and support in making this activity a success!
