October is National Principals Month, and we are truly THANKFUL for this incredible group of principals! Your commitment to the students and staff of Alma School District does not go unnoticed. We deeply appreciate your hard work and dedication, which makes a significant impact. THANK YOU!
What an exciting week for fans of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and the iconic Eric Carle! On Tuesday afternoon, students from Alma Primary School had a fun experience at The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show at the Skokos Performing Arts Center-Alma. This colorful performance captivated the students from start to finish! Alongside The Very Hungry Caterpillar, they encountered the cheerful characters from Brown Bear, journeyed around the globe with 10 Little Rubber Ducks, and helped The Very Lonely Firefly search for his friends. These cherished tales, emphasizing community, self-expression, and creativity, were animated by a talented cast of storytellers, original music, and enchanting puppetry. Today, the theatre stars from Alma High School joined in the excitement, offering a special "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" activity at Pediatrics Plus - Alma. It has been a fantastic week, and we are incredibly proud of our students for their involvement in the community!
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The community is invited to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the Integration of Alma Schools. Join us on Thursday, August 29, at 5:30 pm before the Alma/Van Buren Football Game. The event will commence at the plaque located on the corner of Alma High School, opposite City Hall. Afterwards, there will be a program and reception at the Alma High School Union, concluding with a special recognition of Honorees at the football stadium.
Sports Passes Available Now! Get your Sports Passes at the Administration Building today. Senior Citizens get complimentary passes, Adults are priced at $60, students at $35, and athletes at $20. Let's go Airedales!
The AHS & AIS Open House is today from 3:30 to 6:30! We look forward to seeing you there!
MEAL PRICING INFORMATION
For the 2024-2025 school year, meal prices are as listed below:
Breakfast: $1.20
Lunch: K-5 $2.70; 6-12 $2.95.
FREE/REDUCED BENEFIT APPLICATIONS: Applications for free/reduced meals are still being accepted. If you have previously qualified for free and reduced school meals, or if you think you may be eligible, please submit your application today.
To find out more, please visit the provided link: https://www.almasd.net/page/child-nutrition-services
This message was provided by the City of Alma Arkansas: ALMA ROAD CLOSURE
The narrow bridge on Cherry St, between Marsha Woolly Dr (Hwy 162) and Fayetteville Ave, is scheduled for demolition and replacement. This project will likely take more than 12 months to complete. Starting the week of August 5th, the bridge will be completely closed for removal and replacement. Please begin planning alternate routes to avoid delays. Alternate routes include Fayetteville Ave, Main St, Marsha Woolly Dr (Hwy 162) and Hwy 64. Thank you for your patience during this essential improvement process.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER WORKSHOP
Join us for the Alma School District Substitute Workshop on Friday, July 26, starting at 10:00 am in the Union at Alma High School. Whether you are a new or returning substitute, we invite you to participate. This workshop will cover the daily procedures for substitutes. We look forward to seeing you there!
FREE AND REDUCED MEALS FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
It's that time of year again! This is your reminder to add the free & reduced meal application to your back-to-school prep checklist. We encourage all families to submit an application for the 2024-2025 school year.
Follow this link for more information: https://www.almasd.net/.../page/free-and-reduced-information
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We are in the final stages of completing our new Student Activities Center/Agri Science Classrooms and Lab, which, along with the Animal Sciences Lab Facilities, will serve as a valuable resource for all students. We are eager to showcase the progress we have made and are excited for you to explore everything these new facilities have to offer.
Stay tuned to our social media platform for further updates, as we will soon invite the public to visit the facilities. We look forward to celebrating this exciting milestone with our entire school community. Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm as we work to make Alma School District the best it can be! Don't forget to check out the comment section for videos.
NOW ACCEPTING FOOTBALL PROGRAM ADS
Hey Airedales! If you want to recognize a local business or celebrate a senior student, contact Miranda Bond to secure your spot in the Airedale Football Program! You can contact Miranda at (479) 632-4791 or mbond@almasd.net.
We hope you're enjoying every bit of sunshine this summer! As we gear up for the upcoming school year, we've got you covered with all the important dates you should note down. Let's make sure our calendars are prepared and ready for action!
August 6th: Open House for AIS and AHS from 3:30 - 6:30 pm
August 8th: Open House for APS and AMS from 3:30 - 6:30 pm
Great Start: Keep an eye out for additional details about Great Start! This year, kindergarten students will not be part of Great Start. Instead, there will be a morning open house as a replacement. You have the option to attend the evening open house on August 8th or the morning drop-in open house on August 12th from 9:00 to 11:30 am.
Today is an exciting day at Alma School District! We kicked off the morning by welcoming 40 new employees for orientation. We are thrilled to have this fresh cohort, and more, join us! It's going to be a great year.
Alma High School student Xavier Herzig participated in the 2024 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles, California. Competing against 1,700 students from all 50 states and over 40 countries, his project focused on testing the efficiency of a hydrogen fuel cell at different temperatures. He is the first student from Alma to compete at ISEF in several years. Congratulations, Xavier, on this outstanding achievement!
Daytona Nationals
Alma NJROTC team embarked on a memorable trip to Daytona for the National High School Drill Team Championships. Their journey included stops at Pensacola Naval Air Station to watch the Blue Angel Flight Demonstration Squadron and Jacksonville Naval Air Station for tours hosted by VP-30 and VUP-19. The cadets also had a morning Physical Training session on the beach in Daytona and participated in the prestigious drill and ceremony competition with 98 schools in attendance. The first day focused on basic components like Inspection, Regulation, and Color Guard events, while the second day featured a variety of exhibition events, including solo and dual performances. Alma competed in the advanced division for the first time and achieved 5th place in Personnel Inspection. Congratulations on a job well done!
It's #TeacherAppreciationWeek! We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering dedication, tireless efforts, and enthusiasm in molding young minds. This week, let's come together to celebrate and show our gratitude to the amazing teachers and staff who positively impact our students' lives each day.
PRE-K PROGRAM UPDATE
We are collaborating with state officials as we progress with the planning phase to introduce a Pre-K program at Alma School District. If everything unfolds as anticipated, we aim to launch the Pre-K program by the 2024-2025 school year. Once we receive approval, we will share more details. We are thrilled about providing this program that we believe will greatly benefit our community. Stay tuned for a family survey about Pre-K interest, coming your way soon!
Airedale families - Be your child's greatest advocate by taking a moment to participate! We do not collect email addresses. The survey is short and seeks details on parent interactions and engagement. Access the survey by clicking the link below.
LINK: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeZzMQwc5h.../viewform
Attention Alma School District Family
The Great North American Solar Eclipse will happen soon! Please note the following important information for the Alma School District:
😎 There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, April 8, 2024. Families are encouraged to witness the eclipse together and enjoy its magic.
😎 Eclipse glasses will be provided to all staff and students, ensuring that everyone can safely observe this spectacular phenomenon. The glasses will be sent home on Friday, April 5th.
To explore safe viewing tips and engaging activities for maximizing your eclipse experience, make sure to check out NASA's Eclipse website. Learn more by visiting https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses.
Should you have any questions or require further details, do not hesitate to contact your school. Let's make this celestial event a memorable and safe one for all!
