
On Saturday, October 12th, the Alma High School Band participated in the War Eagle Classic held in Rogers. They achieved 1st place in their class, which earned them a spot in the finals against all classes. They also won awards for Best Music Performance and Best Visual Performance. In the overall finals, they secured 4th place. Then, on Tuesday, October 15th, they took part in the Region 8 Marching Assessment at Northside High School in Fort Smith. They received Superior ratings across the board! This accomplishment has qualified them for the State Marching Contest in Little Rock on Tuesday, November 5th. Fantastic work!


Parent-teacher conferences are set for this week, taking place on the evening of Thursday, October 17, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM, and all day on Friday, October 18. Please note that there will be no school for students on Friday, October 18. Additionally, students will not attend school on Monday, October 21st, as it is designated as a teacher workday. Classes will resume on Tuesday, October 22, 2024.


Happy Homecoming Week, Airedales! The school spirit is already vibrant throughout the district as we prepare for homecoming! We hope you will join us for the homecoming parade on Thursday, October 10th, starting at 6:00 PM at Alma High School. The celebrations will continue into Friday, October 11th, when we celebrate the queen and her court during the pre-game festivities. As always, thank you for supporting Alma School District and the amazing students within it! Learn more by following this link: https://www.almasd.net/o/asd/page/alma-school-district-homecoming-2024

Congratulations to Baili Martin (right), a student at Alma High School, for being named Miss Arkansas-Oklahoma Fair for the second year in a row! Along with her crown and sash, she also earned the 'Overall Evening Gown' title, which included a $50 cash prize. Additionally, she received a $500 scholarship in recognition of her accomplishment. This weekend, Baili will compete in the Arkansas State Fair Queen Finals. We wish her the very best of luck!


This Friday, we proudly celebrate the Pride of Alma! Join us for Band Night at the Varsity Football Game against Morrilton. During the pre-game festivities, we will recognize band members in grades 7-12, and you won't want to miss out on this exciting event!


Reminder: Vaccination submissions are due! In Arkansas, the deadline for providing proof of immunization or exemption for school is October 1st. For further details on immunization requirements and to find nurse contact information, please visit the link below.
LINK: https://www.almasd.net/page/health-services


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
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.


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.
