Learning never takes a summer break!
Our Grades 6–12 educators recently came together for Summer Literacy Professional Development to sharpen their instructional practices and prep for an incredible school year ahead.
Here is a sneak peek at what our dedicated teachers were working on:
🔍 Exploring high-quality instructional materials
🎯 Aligning curriculum and standards
🧠 Analyzing best practices
📝 Planning engaging lessons to boost student success
A massive thank you to our incredible secondary teachers for investing your summer time, sharing brilliant ideas, and collaborating to make a real difference. Your dedication ensures our Middle School and High School students receive the absolute best literacy instruction!
We can’t wait to see the impact of this hard work in the classroom!
Our Grades 6–12 educators recently came together for Summer Literacy Professional Development to sharpen their instructional practices and prep for an incredible school year ahead.
Here is a sneak peek at what our dedicated teachers were working on:
🔍 Exploring high-quality instructional materials
🎯 Aligning curriculum and standards
🧠 Analyzing best practices
📝 Planning engaging lessons to boost student success
A massive thank you to our incredible secondary teachers for investing your summer time, sharing brilliant ideas, and collaborating to make a real difference. Your dedication ensures our Middle School and High School students receive the absolute best literacy instruction!
We can’t wait to see the impact of this hard work in the classroom!
Have you voted yet?
There’s still time to support Alma School District in the Best of River Valley awards - voting remains open through July 7!
We’re proud that every Alma School District campus, along with the district as a whole, has been nominated. We’re so grateful for our amazing students, staff, families, and community who make Alma such a special place to learn and grow.
🗳️ Don’t forget to cast your vote at www.votebestofrivervalley.com
Thank you for continuing to support the people and programs that make Alma Public Schools shine!
There’s still time to support Alma School District in the Best of River Valley awards - voting remains open through July 7!
We’re proud that every Alma School District campus, along with the district as a whole, has been nominated. We’re so grateful for our amazing students, staff, families, and community who make Alma such a special place to learn and grow.
🗳️ Don’t forget to cast your vote at www.votebestofrivervalley.com
Thank you for continuing to support the people and programs that make Alma Public Schools shine!
Free & Reduced Meal Applications for the 2026–2027 School Year are now available!
Don’t forget to add the Free & Reduced Meal Application to your back-to-school checklist! We encourage every family to submit an application for the upcoming school year. Applying is quick, easy, and may also help families qualify for additional educational programs and benefits.
Apply online: https://www.almasd.net/page/child-nutrition-services
Alma School District is an equal opportunity provider.
Don’t forget to add the Free & Reduced Meal Application to your back-to-school checklist! We encourage every family to submit an application for the upcoming school year. Applying is quick, easy, and may also help families qualify for additional educational programs and benefits.
Apply online: https://www.almasd.net/page/child-nutrition-services
Alma School District is an equal opportunity provider.
📚❤️ A little feel-good story from the Bookmobile this week...
While making its regular stops on Monday, our Bookmobile team was approached by a gentleman visiting a friend here in Alma from out of state. After watching children excitedly check out books, he shared how wonderful it was to see the joy the Bookmobile brings and generously made a donation to support the program.
It's moments like these that remind us the Bookmobile is about so much more than books - it's about inspiring a love of reading and making a difference in our community. Thank you for your kindness!
Today is Wednesday, which means BOOKMOBILE DAY! Check out today's schedule below.
Please remember that stop times are approximate and may vary based on travel and the number of students served.
Track the Bookmobile here: https://cloud.samsara.com/o/9124/fleet/viewer/lcF8SP3Iiy5Taq7rSsug
If you miss your closest stop, you're always welcome to meet us at another stop along today's route!
While making its regular stops on Monday, our Bookmobile team was approached by a gentleman visiting a friend here in Alma from out of state. After watching children excitedly check out books, he shared how wonderful it was to see the joy the Bookmobile brings and generously made a donation to support the program.
It's moments like these that remind us the Bookmobile is about so much more than books - it's about inspiring a love of reading and making a difference in our community. Thank you for your kindness!
Today is Wednesday, which means BOOKMOBILE DAY! Check out today's schedule below.
Please remember that stop times are approximate and may vary based on travel and the number of students served.
Track the Bookmobile here: https://cloud.samsara.com/o/9124/fleet/viewer/lcF8SP3Iiy5Taq7rSsug
If you miss your closest stop, you're always welcome to meet us at another stop along today's route!
Thirty-two students from Alma High School proudly represented Airedale Nation at the 2026 Technology Student Association (TSA) National Conference in Washington, D.C.!
Centered around this year's theme, "Unity Through Community," our students competed alongside some of the nation's top STEM and technology students while participating in leadership sessions, networking with peers from across the country, and building lasting connections.
Beyond the conference, students explored our nation's capital by touring the U.S. Capitol and visiting many of Washington, D.C.'s iconic museums and monuments, making the trip an unforgettable blend of competition, leadership, education, and history.
We're incredibly proud of these students for representing Alma High School with excellence and bringing home new experiences, fresh ideas, and a continued passion for STEM. Way to go, Airedales!
Centered around this year's theme, "Unity Through Community," our students competed alongside some of the nation's top STEM and technology students while participating in leadership sessions, networking with peers from across the country, and building lasting connections.
Beyond the conference, students explored our nation's capital by touring the U.S. Capitol and visiting many of Washington, D.C.'s iconic museums and monuments, making the trip an unforgettable blend of competition, leadership, education, and history.
We're incredibly proud of these students for representing Alma High School with excellence and bringing home new experiences, fresh ideas, and a continued passion for STEM. Way to go, Airedales!
Alma School District will close at noon on Thursday, July 2, and will be closed Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day. Have a safe, happy, and wonderful 4th of July weekend, Airedales!
⚓️ What an incredible experience!
Recently, Gracelynn Edwards had the opportunity to attend the U.S. Naval Academy Summer Seminar in Annapolis, Maryland. This highly competitive, week-long program gives students a firsthand look at life at the Naval Academy while challenging them through hands-on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) activities, leadership development, and teamwork.
We are incredibly proud of her for representing Alma and embracing such an outstanding opportunity. Way to go, Gracelynn!
Recently, Gracelynn Edwards had the opportunity to attend the U.S. Naval Academy Summer Seminar in Annapolis, Maryland. This highly competitive, week-long program gives students a firsthand look at life at the Naval Academy while challenging them through hands-on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) activities, leadership development, and teamwork.
We are incredibly proud of her for representing Alma and embracing such an outstanding opportunity. Way to go, Gracelynn!
🚨 Important Reminder for Airedale Athletics 🚨
The annual AAA Summer Dead Period is just around the corner. From June 21 through July 4, all Alma School District athletic facilities will be completely closed, and there will be no coach-led practices, workouts, or team activities.
This mandatory rest period is the perfect time for our student-athletes and coaches to pause, relax, and enjoy some well-deserved summer downtime with family and friends.
Stay active on your own, stay hydrated, and get ready to hit the ground running when we return after the 4th of July!
The annual AAA Summer Dead Period is just around the corner. From June 21 through July 4, all Alma School District athletic facilities will be completely closed, and there will be no coach-led practices, workouts, or team activities.
This mandatory rest period is the perfect time for our student-athletes and coaches to pause, relax, and enjoy some well-deserved summer downtime with family and friends.
Stay active on your own, stay hydrated, and get ready to hit the ground running when we return after the 4th of July!
🐾 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 Cortney Hicks, who will be joining the team as an Agriculture teacher.
About Cortney: Cortney is excited to join Alma School District and begin working with students. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Education from Southern Arkansas University and is passionate about sharing her love of agriculture with the next generation.
Cortney believes agriculture plays a vital role in everyday life and is committed to providing students with the knowledge and opportunities to grow through agricultural education. She has a passion for animals and livestock and is excited to help continue growing the agriculture program while inspiring students to discover the many opportunities the field has to offer.
We’re excited to welcome Cortney to the Airedale family 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 Cortney Hicks, who will be joining the team as an Agriculture teacher.
About Cortney: Cortney is excited to join Alma School District and begin working with students. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Education from Southern Arkansas University and is passionate about sharing her love of agriculture with the next generation.
Cortney believes agriculture plays a vital role in everyday life and is committed to providing students with the knowledge and opportunities to grow through agricultural education. She has a passion for animals and livestock and is excited to help continue growing the agriculture program while inspiring students to discover the many opportunities the field has to offer.
We’re excited to welcome Cortney to the Airedale family 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 Shad Vaughan, who will be joining the team at Alma High School as an Assistant Football Coach and teacher.
About Shad: Shad is from Paragould, Arkansas, and is a graduate of the University of Arkansas. He brings valuable experience from his time working with the Shiloh Christian football program over the past two years.
Shad and his wife, Kylie, have been married for one year and are excited to begin this new chapter together in the Alma community. He is passionate about making a positive impact on students and athletes both in the classroom and on the field.
We’re excited to welcome Shad to the Airedale family and look forward to the positive impact he will make with our students, athletes, 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 Shad Vaughan, who will be joining the team at Alma High School as an Assistant Football Coach and teacher.
About Shad: Shad is from Paragould, Arkansas, and is a graduate of the University of Arkansas. He brings valuable experience from his time working with the Shiloh Christian football program over the past two years.
Shad and his wife, Kylie, have been married for one year and are excited to begin this new chapter together in the Alma community. He is passionate about making a positive impact on students and athletes both in the classroom and on the field.
We’re excited to welcome Shad to the Airedale family and look forward to the positive impact he will make with our students, athletes, and community!
Have you voted yet?
There's still time to support Alma School District in the Best of River Valley awards!
We're honored that every Alma School District campus, along with the district as a whole, has been nominated. Thank you to our incredible students, staff, families, and community for making Alma such a special place to learn and grow.
🗳️ Voting is open through July 7!
Visit www.votebestofrivervalley.com to cast your vote and show your support for Airedale Nation!
Thank you for cheering on the people and programs that make Alma Public Schools the best!
There's still time to support Alma School District in the Best of River Valley awards!
We're honored that every Alma School District campus, along with the district as a whole, has been nominated. Thank you to our incredible students, staff, families, and community for making Alma such a special place to learn and grow.
🗳️ Voting is open through July 7!
Visit www.votebestofrivervalley.com to cast your vote and show your support for Airedale Nation!
Thank you for cheering on the people and programs that make Alma Public Schools the best!
📚 Have plans to catch the Bookmobile today? If not, now's the perfect time!
Finding the Bookmobile is easier than ever with our live tracker. See exactly where it's headed and plan your stop!
📍 Check the live tracker here: https://cloud.samsara.com/o/9124/fleet/viewer/IEj2K1jwkDBhHPhGZ4FV
Finding the Bookmobile is easier than ever with our live tracker. See exactly where it's headed and plan your stop!
📍 Check the live tracker here: https://cloud.samsara.com/o/9124/fleet/viewer/IEj2K1jwkDBhHPhGZ4FV
🐾 New Role Announcement!
Alma School District is excited to announce that Jill Boyd has been named the district’s new Director of Child Nutrition.
Jill has been a valued member of the Alma School District family, currently serving as the manager of the Alma Middle School kitchen. She brings 24 years of food service experience to this leadership role, including eight years in restaurant management and four years in child nutrition, with two years in management positions.
Jill and her husband, Adam, have been together for 23 years and have five children, two granddaughters, and another grandchild on the way. Her family has deep ties to Alma Schools, with children who have been actively involved in school activities and athletics, including two who currently attend Alma Public Schools.
Reflecting on her new role, Jill shared that she has loved every minute of being part of the Alma School District Child Nutrition team and is excited to take on this new challenge. She is especially grateful to work alongside an incredible team that cares for students each day as if they were their own.
Please join us in congratulating Jill on this well-deserved opportunity. We are excited to see her continue serving our students, staff, and community in this new leadership role!
Alma School District is excited to announce that Jill Boyd has been named the district’s new Director of Child Nutrition.
Jill has been a valued member of the Alma School District family, currently serving as the manager of the Alma Middle School kitchen. She brings 24 years of food service experience to this leadership role, including eight years in restaurant management and four years in child nutrition, with two years in management positions.
Jill and her husband, Adam, have been together for 23 years and have five children, two granddaughters, and another grandchild on the way. Her family has deep ties to Alma Schools, with children who have been actively involved in school activities and athletics, including two who currently attend Alma Public Schools.
Reflecting on her new role, Jill shared that she has loved every minute of being part of the Alma School District Child Nutrition team and is excited to take on this new challenge. She is especially grateful to work alongside an incredible team that cares for students each day as if they were their own.
Please join us in congratulating Jill on this well-deserved opportunity. We are excited to see her continue serving our students, staff, and community in this new leadership role!
🐾 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 Ashtan Sieber, who will be joining the team at Alma High School as a Business teacher and DECA advisor.
About Ashtan: Ashtan earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communications from the University of Arkansas in 2020 and her Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Arkansas at Monticello in 2022. She is excited to begin her role at Alma High School and help students develop valuable skills for their future. Ashtan, her husband, and their two children are relocating to the River Valley and are excited to become part of the Alma community. She believes in building meaningful connections with students and creating a classroom environment where they feel encouraged, supported, and confident in exploring their abilities. She looks forward to helping students learn, grow, and discover their strengths throughout the school year.
We’re excited to welcome Ashtan to the Airedale family 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 Ashtan Sieber, who will be joining the team at Alma High School as a Business teacher and DECA advisor.
About Ashtan: Ashtan earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communications from the University of Arkansas in 2020 and her Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Arkansas at Monticello in 2022. She is excited to begin her role at Alma High School and help students develop valuable skills for their future. Ashtan, her husband, and their two children are relocating to the River Valley and are excited to become part of the Alma community. She believes in building meaningful connections with students and creating a classroom environment where they feel encouraged, supported, and confident in exploring their abilities. She looks forward to helping students learn, grow, and discover their strengths throughout the school year.
We’re excited to welcome Ashtan to the Airedale family and look forward to the positive impact she will make with our students and community!
🌍 Become a Host Family This Year!
Alma Schools is preparing to welcome our next group of exchange students, and we’re looking for host families!
Hosting an exchange student is a rewarding opportunity to learn about a new culture, build lasting friendships, and make a difference in a student’s life.
Interested? Check out the student descriptions in this post and consider being part of this special experience!
Alma Schools is preparing to welcome our next group of exchange students, and we’re looking for host families!
Hosting an exchange student is a rewarding opportunity to learn about a new culture, build lasting friendships, and make a difference in a student’s life.
Interested? Check out the student descriptions in this post and consider being part of this special experience!
Exciting news for Airedale Nation!
Each Alma School District campus, along with the district as a whole, has been nominated for the Best of River Valley awards!
We're proud of this recognition and grateful for the students, staff, families, and community members who make our schools exceptional places to learn and grow.
🗳️ Voting is open now through July 7.
Visit www.votebestofrivervalley.com to cast your vote and support Alma School District!
Thank you for helping us celebrate the people and programs that make Alma Public Schools a great place to be.
Each Alma School District campus, along with the district as a whole, has been nominated for the Best of River Valley awards!
We're proud of this recognition and grateful for the students, staff, families, and community members who make our schools exceptional places to learn and grow.
🗳️ Voting is open now through July 7.
Visit www.votebestofrivervalley.com to cast your vote and support Alma School District!
Thank you for helping us celebrate the people and programs that make Alma Public Schools a great place to be.
Three Alma High School students recently represented Arkansas TSA at the 2026 Arkansas Student Officers Leadership Academy (SOLA) hosted at Arkansas Tech University in Russellville!
⭐ Noel Parker, Arkansas TSA Vice President
⭐ Ruby Inman, Arkansas TSA Reporter
⭐ Sophia Kimes, Arkansas TSA Sergeant-at-Arms
During the academy, these student leaders joined peers from across the state for leadership training, networking, and team-building experiences designed to strengthen communication, professionalism, and leadership skills.
Through collaboration with other career and technical student organization officers, they gained valuable insights, built new connections, and explored how CTSOs help prepare students for success beyond the classroom.
We are proud of Noel, Ruby, and Sophia for representing Alma High School and Arkansas TSA with excellence. Their dedication reflects the power of career and technical education to develop tomorrow's leaders, innovators, and professionals.
⭐ Noel Parker, Arkansas TSA Vice President
⭐ Ruby Inman, Arkansas TSA Reporter
⭐ Sophia Kimes, Arkansas TSA Sergeant-at-Arms
During the academy, these student leaders joined peers from across the state for leadership training, networking, and team-building experiences designed to strengthen communication, professionalism, and leadership skills.
Through collaboration with other career and technical student organization officers, they gained valuable insights, built new connections, and explored how CTSOs help prepare students for success beyond the classroom.
We are proud of Noel, Ruby, and Sophia for representing Alma High School and Arkansas TSA with excellence. Their dedication reflects the power of career and technical education to develop tomorrow's leaders, innovators, and professionals.
📚🚌 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!
