Alma High School

Alma Cheer Brings Home 5A-6A State Runner Up Title and Advances to National Championship We are thrilled to announce that Alma Cheer took home the State Runner Up title in the 5A-6A game day division over the break. Congratulations are in order! Next month, they will represent Alma at the National High School Cheerleading Championship in Orlando, FL. Good luck!

We are so excited to welcome students back to school tomorrow, January 3, 2024! We hope you all had a fantastic winter break and are ready to dive back into the world of learning as we embark on a new year together.

Happy New Year! We hope everyone had a wonderful and restful break. It's time to get ready for another semester, as classes will resume on January 3rd. We can't wait to see all of our students, families, and staff very soon!

Upcoming Winter Break Schedule Just a quick reminder that Winter Break will be from Monday, December 18, 2023 through Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Staff members will be back on Tuesday, January 2, while students will return to school on Wednesday, January 3.

Alma High School Joins Be Pro Be Proud at Draft Day 2024 We are thrilled to announce that Alma High School is participating in and supporting Draft Day 2024 with Be Pro Be Proud. The event will be held on March 5th-6th, 2024, at the PEAK Innovation Center. Register now until December 8th if you're a senior interested in attending! Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Ikenberry, and Mrs. King are getting registered seniors ready for the event with workshops on resume writing and interviews, from now until March. If you're a senior and would like to learn more about this opportunity, please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Johnson by emailing ljohnson@almasd.net. LINK: https://youtu.be/eubKaK3520o?feature=shared

Mrs. Tyler's Survey of Business class has been focusing on digital literacy and its importance in modern-day workplaces. As a result, the class has been working towards earning digital literacy certifications. The recipients of the certification have demonstrated their proficiency in digital skills such as cybersecurity, basic computer operations, and online communication. This certification will undoubtedly enhance their resumes and increase their employability in the digital age. Mrs. Tyler is proud of her class and hopes that they continue to develop their digital skills throughout their academic and professional careers.

AHS Sends Delegates to 59th Annual Model United Nations Conference On November 17-18th, sixteen students from AHS attended the annual AMUN conference in Conway. The conference offers students a unique opportunity to role-play as representatives of various countries in the decision-making bodies of the United Nations. This year, students represented Malta, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. AHS junior, Landen Coursey, was awarded Honorable Mention for Best Delegate in the Security Council.

We would like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude to our fantastic educators and school leaders who help our students achieve great things. We are equally grateful for the amazing support we have received from our community this year.

Reminder: Alma Schools will be observing Thanksgiving Break from November 20-24. Classes will resume on Monday, November 27.

Exciting News: Hand To Hand Foundation Annual Toy Giveaway is back! Get ready for the annual Toy Giveaway sponsored by the Hand to Hand Foundation! This is an amazing opportunity you don't want to miss.

Celebrating Chelsie Sturdivant's Achievement at the Arkansas Council of Teachers of Mathematics Fall Conference - We are proud to announce that Chelsie Sturdivant, our esteemed Math & Science Curriculum Specialist, was recently recognized at the Arkansas Council of Teachers of Mathematics Fall Conference. Her hard work and dedication over the past year as ACTM Secretary did not go unnoticed. Congratulations, Chelsie!

Thanksgiving break is only a week away!

Come join us at Charles B. Dyer Arena this weekend for the Arkansas State Dance Championship! We're honored to host this event and even more excited to perform in front of our home crowd. We'd be ecstatic if you could join us to cheer us on. You can purchase your tickets by following this link:https://gofan.co/event/1208808?schoolId=AAA&fbclid=IwAR0ZzfeeTwpqqg2j5HiAnodIkrGy6I6yYhJ4QMFstCC6EV6qFAYaXUUryRE We're looking forward to seeing you there!

The Airedales have made it to the playoffs! The first round is happening on Thursday at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock, where they will be facing Parkview. If you're planning on attending the game, here are some key details to keep in mind: TICKET INFORMATION: - This is a mobile entry event. Please have your ticket ready on your smartphone for entry. - Tickets are available through GoFan, the AAA's digital ticketing provider. LINK: https://gofan.co/event/1218900?schoolId=AR16979 - General admission tickets cost $8, and admission is required for anyone aged 5 years or older. - Printed tickets and screenshots will not be accepted. - You will receive your tickets via email or through the GoFan mobile app (available for Apple users only). OTHER INFORMATION: - War Memorial Stadium enforces a clear bag policy. - Parking will cost $5. LIVESTREAM LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6KCaoBZLPM Go Airedales!

ALMA FOWARD 2040 SURVEY SERIES This survey concerns feedback regarding technology. It is composed of four items. Your valuable feedback will guide the district in shaping future programs and improvements. We appreciate your participation. Parents and guardians have received an email invitation to complete the survey. If you are a parent or guardian, kindly access the survey through the link provided in the email. This particular survey, however, is intended for community members. Thank you for your cooperation. Link: https://forms.gle/LjEFBnV8mmGfT6GKA

Parents and guardians - Please be aware that there is an app called Gradeway for HAC that has been posted on social media by area teachers who are encouraging use. This is NOT a PowerSchool product (parent company for TAC and HAC), and we can't guarantee the safety of the student information. We and the Arkansas Department of Education do not support this product. Since the State is not supporting this app, we will not be supporting it either. The only app that is supported by the State is called the eSchoolPlus Family app. Be sure you choose Alma School District when you create the account, and you may need to reselect the district if you're accessing it again for the first time this school year.

Due to storm damage, the high school will have a virtual learning day today. All other schools will operate normally today. High school students will receive further instructions later today. High school staff report by 8:30 am for further instructions. Bus routes running for all other schools.

MEAL PRICES FOR THE 2023-24 SCHOOL YEAR The following Child Nutrition Program meal prices were approved at the May 11 school board meeting: Adults $4.50 Students Breakfast K-12: $1.00 Lunch K-5: $2.50 Lunch 6-12: $2.75 Reduced-Price Meals: $.30 and $.40 (for those who qualify) Please see other posted information regarding applications for free or reduced-price meals or visit this link: https://www.almasd.net/.../page/free-and-reduced-information

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 2023-2024 school year. Follow this link for more information: https://www.almasd.net/o/asd/page/free-and-reduced-information This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Season two of the "Hey! What's Your Deal?" podcast has begun! On this episode, Mr. B. is joined by a friend of the podcast (and friend of the family) Levi Dobbs to discuss the many adventures that await someone at Universal Studios Florida. If you are thinking about making a trip to the park, you really want to hear what Levi has to say because he has been there several times and he can tell you about the things you need to do - and need to eat! Have a listen and let Levi be your tour guide. You won't regret it! Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/76zMoOBaBZ87L4xbD3h3eU