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.
In Mr. Bridges' GT classroom, 4th grader Ryne Trent emerged victorious in the yearlong Stock Market Game. With an impressive 32% return on investment, he amassed over $47,000 in virtual currency within five months. Ryne not only outperformed his peers at Alma Intermediate School but also outshined all competitors statewide in grades 4 to 8, surpassing 146 students in his category. Moreover, 16 of the top 20 participants hailed from Alma. As a reward, Ryne received a trophy, certificate, and $125 from Economics Arkansas. He is also set to enjoy a complimentary lunch with Mr. B, Dr. Duffie, and Dr. Wood. This achievement marks the third consecutive year that an Alma student has claimed the top spot in the Stock Market Game statewide. Well done to all the participating students!
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!
Hey Airedale Families!
By inviting a foreign exchange student into your home, you're not just hosting a guest, you're fostering global harmony - one student, one family, and one community at a time! Get ready to dive into a new culture, swap everyday tales, and form bonds that'll last a lifetime.
Exciting news - we've got a bunch of awesome exchange students gearing up to join us this summer for the 2024-2025 school year. Are you interested in being a host? Or maybe you know someone who'd be perfect? Don't hesitate, reach out today!
Curious to meet the students? Check out their profiles right here: https://www.almasd.net/o/ahs/page/student-descriptions
The Alma School District Office of Special Education is extending an invitation to private schools and homeschool parents residing within the Alma boundary to attend an informational session concerning the delivery of special education and related services.
Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Alma Administration Office, 916 Hwy 64 East, Alma, AR 72921
If you are unable to attend and require further information, please reach out to the Special Education Office at (479) 632-4717.
The March board meeting, initially canceled due to severe weather, has been rescheduled for Thursday, April 4th at 6 pm. The regular April board meeting will proceed as planned on April 11th at 6 pm.
Tonight's school board meeting is canceled because of the upcoming severe weather conditions. We will arrange a new date and provide you with the details of the rescheduled meeting soon.
Spring Break reminder! March 18th to March 22nd is designated as Spring Break, with students scheduled to resume classes on Monday, March 25th.
Students from the 4th and 5th grade quiz bowl teams traveled to the Guy Fenter Education Service Cooperative for the Regional Quiz Bowl Tournament. The Alma B squad achieved 4th place, with Charlotte Shores standing out as the 4th-grade MVP. The 5th-grade A team secured 3rd place, and Jax Spaulding, Harrison Hohenstein, and Bentley Parks received Outstanding Player awards. Additionally, Landry Jones excelled as the 5th-grade MVP. Congratulations to all participants for their outstanding performance!
2024 - 2025 SCHOOL CALENDAR / The Alma School District School Board approved the 2024 - 2025 school calendar during the February board meeting on Thursday, February 8, 2024. / View the calendar here: https://www.almasd.net/page/district-calendars
UPDATED SCHOOL CALENDAR / Following state approval, we will switch to the alternative calendar for the rest of this academic year. By using the hourly model, we can prevent adding the 4 remaining snow days to the end of the year. These days will be covered by our current instructional time. Currently, the school year will conclude on Friday, May 24, 2024.
Celebrating National School Counseling Week
This week is dedicated to recognizing the hard work and dedication of our school counselors. Sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), this week we highlight the vital role that our counselors play in helping students achieve academic success and prepare for their professional future.
We recognize that school counselors are essential to education and life's journey. We're incredibly grateful for the dedication of our school counselors and the positive impact they have on our students, teachers, and the families of Alma School District.
Please join us in expressing your appreciation for their hard work and commitment to excellence!
🔆 DISTRICT: Brandi Brogan
🔆 APS: Lauren Self
🔆 AIS: Kristin Wagner
🔆 AMS: Rhonda Jones & Becky Lowrey
🔆 AHS: Tawnya Shelton, Megan Reese, & Mychel Medina
It's hard to believe, but we've officially reached the 100th day of school! While this is just the midpoint of the academic year, it's important to take a moment to acknowledge all the hard work and dedication that has brought us here. Congratulations to both students and teachers on this exciting milestone. Now, let's continue learning and growing as we approach the end of the school year!
Important Message: Google Calendar Confusion / It has come to our attention that a Google calendar is often mistaken for our district calendar. We want to avoid any confusion, so please always access our official calendar through our website at almasd.net. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to call our District Office at (479) 632-4791.
CONTACT INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION INFORMATION /
Any calls or messages from Alma School District will display the phone number (479) 632-4791. We recommend adding this number to your phone contacts /
We also offer multiple communication channels for receiving alerts, such as our social media pages, website, text messages, email, voice calls, and local news outlets /
If you're not receiving alerts and believe you should be, please verify your contact information. You may need to update your details to ensure you receive alerts. To do so, contact your child's school as soon as possible.
Alma School District Newsletter - January 19, 2024
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Wishing you a fantastic weekend!
After thorough evaluation and consideration, we are happy to announce that Alma School District will be open tomorrow, Friday, January 19, 2024, on a regular school schedule with no delayed start. Bus routes A, B, and C will be modified and the affected families will be contacted by the Transportation Department. While we prioritize your safety, we ask that you take any necessary precautions and travel with care. We appreciate your patience and understanding during these times.
Alma Schools will remain closed on Thursday, January 18, 2024. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We will share updates with you as conditions change.