Starting with the 2025–2026 school year, Arkansas’s “Bell to Bell, No Cell” law goes into effect — and Alma Schools will be following it. Students will not be allowed to use personal devices (like phones, smartwatches, or tablets) during the school day — from the first bell to the last. There are exceptions for emergencies, IEPs, and extracurricular needs. Alma's updated policy is now available in the Student Handbook and online. Make sure to talk with your student so they’re ready for this change. Full details here: www.almasd.net/page/bell-to-bell-no-cell
Now accepting ads for the Airedale Football Program! Whether you want to recognize a local business or celebrate a senior student, this is a great opportunity to show your support. To reserve your spot, contact Amie Nicholson at (479) 632-4791 or ANicholson@almasd.net. You can also access the form by visiting https://5il.co/3m9io. The deadline to submit is Friday, August 15, 2025. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this Airedale tradition!
Substitutes, we’re gearing up for a great year — and we want you with us! Join us for the Alma School District Substitute Workshop on Thursday, July 24 at 10:00 AM in the Union at Alma High School. Whether you're brand new or returning for another year, this is your chance to get refreshed on daily procedures and connect with our team. Don’t miss it — we’re excited to kick off the year with you!
The Bookmobile has been rolling through the community, spreading joy, stories, and snacks all summer long! In addition to our usual books and meals, we’ve been thrilled to partner with Urrutia Family Dental and Buffalo City Soaps, who donated special items to share with kids. Pediatrics Plus also pitched in with hygiene kits and goodie bags for everyone on board. It’s been an amazing summer so far — and there’s still time to join the fun! The Bookmobile will be out and about through July 30th.
Summer fun isn’t over just yet, but the countdown to a brand new school year has officially begun! Mark your calendars with these important dates to help your family get ready. On August 7th, all campuses will host an Open House from 3:30 – 6:30 PM — a great chance to meet teachers, tour classrooms, and get everything in place for a smooth start. Then on August 11th, students will participate in Great Start, a special day designed to help ease into the new year with a little extra support. (More details coming soon!) Kindergarten students will not participate in Great Start, but instead, we’re offering a Kindergarten Open House that same morning from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Kindergarten families are also invited to attend the district-wide Open House on August 7th — or feel free to join us for both! Finally, the big day is almost here—the first day of school is August 13th, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back for an amazing 2025–2026 school year. Get those backpacks ready — it’s almost go time!
Hey Alma families — we’ve got a few tuition-paid spots open in our Pre-K program! Give your child a strong start with a high-quality early learning experience right here at Alma School District. If you're interested, be sure to follow the link below to access the waiting list and submit your information. LINK: https://www.almasd.net/o/aps/page/pre-k-information
It’s that time of year — back-to-school shopping is here! School supply lists are now ready to view, so you can get a head start on preparing for a great year ahead. Check out your school’s list and stock up on the essentials! LINK: https://www.almasd.net/page/school-supply-lists
BIG NEWS FROM NASHVILLE! Twenty-eight Alma High School students proudly represented our community at the National Technology Student Association Conference in Nashville! Students attended inspiring leadership sessions, participated in the beloved TSA pin trade tradition, and showcased their incredible STEM and engineering skills on the national stage. HUGE congratulations to Xavier Herzig, Carter Seals, and Jack Snell for bringing home FIRST PLACE in Video Game Design! Your creativity, teamwork, and innovation are next-level! We also want to give a special shout-out to Mrs. Jeana Parker for being selected as the Arkansas TSA Advisor of the Year! Your dedication and leadership continue to inspire students across the state. We’re so proud of all our Airedale TSA members who continue to lead with excellence, passion, and professionalism.
No Bookmobile this Friday, July 4 - she's off for the holiday! Stay safe, keep reading, and we'll see you Monday! 🚐💨
Alma public schools, in compliance with Education general administrative regulation (Edgar) 34 cft 76.734, will destroy the special education records and 504 plans of students whose special education services were terminated on or before June 30, 2019. Parents, guardians, or students have the right to obtain a copy of any data in their folder. Please call the office of special education at (479) 632-4717 or come by the Alma School Administration Annex at 1023 Hwy 64 East in Alma before August 15 to obtain records or to receive more information pertaining to this matter.
Our Alma High School Band is hitting the road soon for an unforgettable experience — performing in the National Independence Day Parade in Washington, D.C. on July 4th! We’re so proud of these talented students as they represent Alma on a national stage. Let’s send them off with love, support, and Airedale pride! Watch the Parade: Catch the performance live through the FOX Local app (available on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, and more), or stream the full recording later at july4thparade.com/watch. The parade begins at 11:45 AM ET.
Our Alma High School Band is hitting the road soon for an unforgettable experience — performing in the National Independence Day Parade in Washington, D.C. on July 4th! We’re so proud of these talented students as they represent Alma on a national stage. Let’s send them off with love, support, and Airedale pride! Watch the Parade: Catch the performance live through the FOX Local app (available on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, and more), or stream the full recording later at july4thparade.com/watch. The parade begins at 11:45 AM ET.
Our National History Day competitors had an incredible week at the national contest at the University of Maryland, June 9-12! In between competitions, students explored our nation’s capital — visiting landmarks like the National Archives, Arlington National Cemetery, the Smithsonian museums, the Capitol (with a visit to Senator Boozman!), the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, and many more. AHS Competitors: Riley Bender, Logan & Morgan English, Layla Hendrix, Xavier Herzig, Ava Mendez, Carter Seals, Jack Snell;Teacher: Mary Joslin. AMS Competitor: Jenna Rogers. Way to represent Alma on the national stage!
Coach Cal is in the house! We were excited to welcome Coach Cal and the Razorbacks to Charles B. Dyer Arena today for a special satellite camp! This camp gave Arkansas basketball fans a unique opportunity to learn directly from Coach Calipari and the Razorback coaching staff. Participants worked on basketball fundamentals in an intensive, hands-on environment — and even picked up drills they can take home to keep improving their skills. It was an awesome day on campus — thank you to everyone who came out to be part of it! Check out Facebook for more pictures.
Three Alma High School students recently attended the State Officer Leadership Academy (SOLA) at Arkansas Tech University! SOLA brings together state officers from all Career Tech Student Organizations (CTSO) for leadership training. Throughout the week, students worked on elevator speeches, shared how CTSOs have shaped their lives at a special luncheon with state leaders and industry professionals, and gained valuable skills in workshop planning, parliamentary procedure, social media, and gratitude. These experiences will help them lead and inspire the next generation of CTE students. Representing AHS were: Brenna Morris – Arkansas TSA President. Kylee Wallis – Arkansas TSA Secretary. Noel Parker – Arkansas TSA Sergeant at Arms.
We’re excited to share that ALL FOUR Alma School District campuses have been nominated for 2025 Best of River Valley!
Let’s show our Airedale pride and support our schools by casting your vote!
✅ Vote here: https://www.votebestofrivervalley.com/
📅 You can vote once a day — every vote counts!
We’re excited to introduce Nicole Holt as a new Special Education Inclusion Teacher at Alma High School! A proud 2005 Alma graduate, Nicole is thrilled to return and serve the community that helped shape her journey. She earned her master’s degree from the University of Central Arkansas and recently completed her internship at Alma Middle School, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a supportive, inclusive environment. Nicole and her husband, Billy, have been married for 18 years and have four amazing kids — Ashlyn 18, Faylyn 15, Eleanor 8, and Wyatt 4 — with three currently attending Alma Schools. Outside of work, she enjoys family time and staying active in the community. She’s eager to build strong relationships with students, families, and staff and looks forward to contributing to AHS’s culture of growth, connection, and success. Help us give Nicole a warm Airedale welcome!
Logan English, an incoming senior at Alma High School, was recently elected to a county office during the 84th annual session of Arkansas Boys State. English was chosen by his peers during county elections held Monday, May 26. As part of the program, participants form a mock government that includes eight simulated counties, each with its own county judge, sheriff, and justices of the peace. Well done, Logan! Congratulations on this well-deserved honor, and thank you for proudly representing Alma at the state level. Read the full story here: https://arboysstate.meritpages.com/stories/English-of-Mountainburg-elected-to-county-office-at-Arkansas-Boys-State-2025/159901371?
Alma School District Jr. Trap Team Update: On May 9th, four of our Jr. Trap teams competed at Regionals. Alma Jr. Trap Team 1 placed 3rd and earned a spot at the State Competition, which took place last Friday. Last week, the team received their medals and trophy for their strong performance at Regionals. Great job, team!
Welcome Mr. Ben Holland to Alma School District! We’re excited to welcome Ben Holland to Alma High School! A graduate of Arkansas Tech University, Mr. Holland holds a degree in Agricultural Education and brings classroom experience from Newport High School, where he taught Animal Science, Plant Science, and Ag Mechanics. Raised on a dairy and cow-calf farm in Siloam Springs and with six years in the poultry industry, Mr. Holland has a strong passion for agriculture. This year, he’s already been involved in the Alma High School Ag program alongside his wife, Kisia Holland, and looks forward to providing students with hands-on learning experiences. Welcome to Alma, Mr. Holland!
