Behind every safe arrival is a driver who cares - thank you to the drivers who keep Alma School District moving safely every day! 🚌💛
🐾 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 Addison Ray, who will serve as an ELA Teacher at Alma Intermediate School.
About Addison: Addison is graduating this May with a degree in Elementary Education. She currently serves as the Behavioral Coordinator at the Boys and Girls Club of Van Buren, where she has gained valuable experience working with students. Addison is excited to bring her passion for teaching and her positive energy to the 5th-grade ELA team.
We’re excited to have Addison join our team 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 Addison Ray, who will serve as an ELA Teacher at Alma Intermediate School.
About Addison: Addison is graduating this May with a degree in Elementary Education. She currently serves as the Behavioral Coordinator at the Boys and Girls Club of Van Buren, where she has gained valuable experience working with students. Addison is excited to bring her passion for teaching and her positive energy to the 5th-grade ELA team.
We’re excited to have Addison join our team and look forward to the positive impact she will make with our students and community!
⛳️ Join us for the 2026 Citizens Bank Airedale Golf Classic!
We’re excited to announce that this year’s tournament will take place on Saturday, June 6th, at River Valley Golf Course. All proceeds benefit the Mikell McSpadden & Frank Vines Scholarship Funds, helping support students in our community.
This marks our 19th year, making it one of the longest-running scholarship fundraisers in Alma! Over the past 18 years, we’ve awarded more than $40,000 to over 40 students - and we’re just getting started.
🏌️ Love golf? Register a team and join the fun!
🤝 Not a golfer? Consider becoming a hole sponsor and still make a meaningful impact.
Our goal is simple: honor Mikell and Coach Vines while continuing to grow these scholarships for future students.
📄 Sponsor Form: https://aptg.co/T8kDjC
📄 Registration Form: https://aptg.co/7t6TqP
Let’s make this year’s tournament the best one yet!
We’re excited to announce that this year’s tournament will take place on Saturday, June 6th, at River Valley Golf Course. All proceeds benefit the Mikell McSpadden & Frank Vines Scholarship Funds, helping support students in our community.
This marks our 19th year, making it one of the longest-running scholarship fundraisers in Alma! Over the past 18 years, we’ve awarded more than $40,000 to over 40 students - and we’re just getting started.
🏌️ Love golf? Register a team and join the fun!
🤝 Not a golfer? Consider becoming a hole sponsor and still make a meaningful impact.
Our goal is simple: honor Mikell and Coach Vines while continuing to grow these scholarships for future students.
📄 Sponsor Form: https://aptg.co/T8kDjC
📄 Registration Form: https://aptg.co/7t6TqP
Let’s make this year’s tournament the best one yet!
Alma School District is proud to be a Purple Star District, recognizing our commitment to supporting military-connected students and their families.
April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of these amazing students.
At Alma Intermediate School, students and staff have been celebrating in meaningful ways:
💜 Wearing purple on Fridays to show support for military kids
⭐ Sending letters home to learn about families’ military journeys
🗺️ Creating a special display - thanks to Kristi Weir, Jennifer Anderson, and Jennifer Hardin - mapping out where our military families have been stationed around the world
📸 Capturing a group photo of our incredible military-connected students and discussing the importance of their parents’ service to our country
We are proud of our military families and grateful for their service and sacrifice. Join us in celebrating and supporting our military children this month!
April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of these amazing students.
At Alma Intermediate School, students and staff have been celebrating in meaningful ways:
💜 Wearing purple on Fridays to show support for military kids
⭐ Sending letters home to learn about families’ military journeys
🗺️ Creating a special display - thanks to Kristi Weir, Jennifer Anderson, and Jennifer Hardin - mapping out where our military families have been stationed around the world
📸 Capturing a group photo of our incredible military-connected students and discussing the importance of their parents’ service to our country
We are proud of our military families and grateful for their service and sacrifice. Join us in celebrating and supporting our military children this month!
This week, 5th-grade students at Alma Intermediate School got a fun and exciting sneak peek into the musical world of Alma School District! The Alma Middle School band and choir brought the energy with lively performances and interactive moments that had students smiling and engaged from start to finish. From powerful vocals to impressive instrumentals, the visit gave students a taste of the fun, teamwork, and school pride that make Alma’s music programs so special - and something to look forward to next year!
Make-Up Day Reminder
Friday, April 17, 2026, will be a school make-up day to make up time lost due to weather-related closures.
Thanks for helping us stay on track, Airedales!
Friday, April 17, 2026, will be a school make-up day to make up time lost due to weather-related closures.
Thanks for helping us stay on track, Airedales!
The 5th-grade ambassadors at Alma Intermediate School recently hosted a Hat Day fundraiser!
Led by Mrs. Yates, the ambassadors take on both a school service project and a community outreach project each year. This year, they kept their outreach project a surprise - and it was well worth the wait!
Their “$1 Hat Day” raised funds for a special guest: an animal rescue organization that visited campus last week. Students enjoyed an interactive presentation and even had the chance to meet several animals up close while learning about their care.
Although the visit itself was free, the organization depends on donations. We’re proud to share that 100% of the funds raised went directly toward supporting and caring for these animals.
Way to go, ambassadors, for making a difference in our community!
Led by Mrs. Yates, the ambassadors take on both a school service project and a community outreach project each year. This year, they kept their outreach project a surprise - and it was well worth the wait!
Their “$1 Hat Day” raised funds for a special guest: an animal rescue organization that visited campus last week. Students enjoyed an interactive presentation and even had the chance to meet several animals up close while learning about their care.
Although the visit itself was free, the organization depends on donations. We’re proud to share that 100% of the funds raised went directly toward supporting and caring for these animals.
Way to go, ambassadors, for making a difference in our community!
Today at Alma Intermediate School, we celebrated our Classified Employee of the Year for this campus, along with many outstanding nominees. The number of nominations truly reflects the dedication of our amazing staff!
Congratulations to Brittany Bonewell on being selected - well deserved!
We are grateful for all of our classified staff and the difference they make every day.
Congratulations to Brittany Bonewell on being selected - well deserved!
We are grateful for all of our classified staff and the difference they make every day.
Alma School District is proud to be a Purple Star District, and even more proud of the military-connected students and families who are part of our school community.
Military children give up so much - moving to new places, starting over, and spending time apart from loved ones - yet they show up every day with strength and resilience that inspires us all.
This month, we simply want to say thank you. We see you, we appreciate you, and we are honored to support you here at Alma School District.
You will always have a home in the Airedale family. 💜
#MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #PurpleStarDistrict
Military children give up so much - moving to new places, starting over, and spending time apart from loved ones - yet they show up every day with strength and resilience that inspires us all.
This month, we simply want to say thank you. We see you, we appreciate you, and we are honored to support you here at Alma School District.
You will always have a home in the Airedale family. 💜
#MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #PurpleStarDistrict
🥞 Pancake Breakfast This Saturday 🥞
Join us Saturday, April 11, from 7:00–10:00 AM at the AHS Student Union for a morning of great food and community support!
Can’t make it? You can still help!
Ways to Support:
📢 Spread the word – Share this post and invite friends & family!
🎟️ Buy raffle tickets early – Available in any school cafeteria
$5 each or 5 for $20
Amazing raffle prizes include:
Scentsy Basket
Hello Spring Door Hanger
Trading Post Basket
“Bee In The Know” Basket (local gift cards + waterpark passes!)
Bloom & Grow Bundle (planters + plant certificate)
🍽️ Sponsor a Lunch Tray
Help a student by covering all or part of their meal cost.
We hope to see you there this Saturday!
Join us Saturday, April 11, from 7:00–10:00 AM at the AHS Student Union for a morning of great food and community support!
Can’t make it? You can still help!
Ways to Support:
📢 Spread the word – Share this post and invite friends & family!
🎟️ Buy raffle tickets early – Available in any school cafeteria
$5 each or 5 for $20
Amazing raffle prizes include:
Scentsy Basket
Hello Spring Door Hanger
Trading Post Basket
“Bee In The Know” Basket (local gift cards + waterpark passes!)
Bloom & Grow Bundle (planters + plant certificate)
🍽️ Sponsor a Lunch Tray
Help a student by covering all or part of their meal cost.
We hope to see you there this Saturday!
National School Librarian Day may have been Saturday, but we’re celebrating it today!
This Monday, we’re giving a big shoutout to our incredible Media Specialists at Alma School District!
Thank you for:
✨ Sparking curiosity
📖 Growing a love for reading
🚀 Supporting student success every day
We appreciate all you do for our Airedales!
This Monday, we’re giving a big shoutout to our incredible Media Specialists at Alma School District!
Thank you for:
✨ Sparking curiosity
📖 Growing a love for reading
🚀 Supporting student success every day
We appreciate all you do for our Airedales!
This week, we proudly recognize our incredible assistant principals - the leaders who help keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes while building meaningful connections with students, staff, and families. From supporting classrooms and guiding students to stepping in wherever they’re needed most, their impact is felt in every corner of our schools.
Your dedication, compassion, and leadership do not go unnoticed. Thank you for showing up each day with a commitment to making our schools safe, supportive, and successful places for all.
Join us in celebrating these outstanding individuals during Assistant Principal Week - we are so grateful for all that you do!
Your dedication, compassion, and leadership do not go unnoticed. Thank you for showing up each day with a commitment to making our schools safe, supportive, and successful places for all.
Join us in celebrating these outstanding individuals during Assistant Principal Week - we are so grateful for all that you do!
Alma’s chess teams made impressive moves at the recent Mansfield Chess Tournament, bringing home multiple team honors and individual medals across all grade levels!
The 4th-grade team earned an outstanding 3rd place overall finish - just one point shy of tying for the top spot. Drake Peters, Jace Carmel, Ava McMellon, and Carter Wheeler each posted strong 4–1 records to secure bronze medals.
The 5th and 6th grade team delivered a dominant performance, capturing 1st place overall! Star Stout and RJ Welch each earned bronze medals with 4 wins, while Cooper Dickens went a perfect 5–0 to claim a gold medal and finish the tournament undefeated.
At the junior high level, Alma Middle School placed 2nd overall, tying for 1st with Greenwood before falling in a tiebreaker. The team brought home an impressive seven medals, highlighted by Bentley Parks with a gold medal (5–0). Silver medalists (4–1) included Brenden Allen, Aryiah Barker, Rachel DeWater, Bryson Heldebrandt, Valen Hogue, and Bryson Taylor. In the 6th-grade competition, Hunter Wilmoth earned silver, while Hunter Hudson and Troy Norris added bronze medals.
Congratulations to all of our Airedale chess players on a great tournament!
The 4th-grade team earned an outstanding 3rd place overall finish - just one point shy of tying for the top spot. Drake Peters, Jace Carmel, Ava McMellon, and Carter Wheeler each posted strong 4–1 records to secure bronze medals.
The 5th and 6th grade team delivered a dominant performance, capturing 1st place overall! Star Stout and RJ Welch each earned bronze medals with 4 wins, while Cooper Dickens went a perfect 5–0 to claim a gold medal and finish the tournament undefeated.
At the junior high level, Alma Middle School placed 2nd overall, tying for 1st with Greenwood before falling in a tiebreaker. The team brought home an impressive seven medals, highlighted by Bentley Parks with a gold medal (5–0). Silver medalists (4–1) included Brenden Allen, Aryiah Barker, Rachel DeWater, Bryson Heldebrandt, Valen Hogue, and Bryson Taylor. In the 6th-grade competition, Hunter Wilmoth earned silver, while Hunter Hudson and Troy Norris added bronze medals.
Congratulations to all of our Airedale chess players on a great tournament!
A tradition of excellence. A future full of opportunity.
For more than 100 years, Alma School District has been proud to serve our community - helping students grow, achieve, and discover who they’re meant to be.
If you’re exploring options for your student, we’d love to welcome you to Airedale Nation.
School Choice applications are now open:
https://www.almasd.net/page/school-choice
For more than 100 years, Alma School District has been proud to serve our community - helping students grow, achieve, and discover who they’re meant to be.
If you’re exploring options for your student, we’d love to welcome you to Airedale Nation.
School Choice applications are now open:
https://www.almasd.net/page/school-choice
Stack up for a great cause, Airedales!
Join us for a Pancake Breakfast on April 11th at Alma High School! Enjoy a delicious breakfast while supporting Alma School District Child Nutrition and helping reduce student meal debt.
🕖 7:00–10:00 AM
📍 The Union at Alma High School
💲 Cost: Donations
🎟️ Raffle Items Include:
• El Trio Gift Card
• Blue Rose Gift Card
• Water Park Passes
• Potted Plants Gift Card
• Freeze Queen Gift Card
• Scentsy Gift
• Welcome Door Sign
• And more!!
Bring your family and your appetite - we can’t wait to see you there!
Join us for a Pancake Breakfast on April 11th at Alma High School! Enjoy a delicious breakfast while supporting Alma School District Child Nutrition and helping reduce student meal debt.
🕖 7:00–10:00 AM
📍 The Union at Alma High School
💲 Cost: Donations
🎟️ Raffle Items Include:
• El Trio Gift Card
• Blue Rose Gift Card
• Water Park Passes
• Potted Plants Gift Card
• Freeze Queen Gift Card
• Scentsy Gift
• Welcome Door Sign
• And more!!
Bring your family and your appetite - we can’t wait to see you there!
Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, Alma School District! Our Airedales are stronger because of the care, support, and dedication you show every single day. THANK YOU! 💛
Our 5th grade students recently took part in an Emergency Management presentation led by Brandon Djordjevic, Deputy Director at the Crawford County Department of Emergency Management. Students gained valuable knowledge about staying safe and prepared in a variety of situations.
From understanding emergency plans to learning how to respond calmly and confidently, these students are building skills that truly make a difference.
Thank you, Mr. Djordjevic, for investing in our students!
As we head into spring and the potential for severe weather, we want to remind our district families and community about the Alma School District Safe Rooms that are available during weather threats.
Please take a moment to review the safe room locations, along with important guidelines and rules so you know what to expect if they are needed.
Learn more here: https://www.almasd.net/o/asd/page/safe-room
Staying informed and prepared helps keep everyone safe.
Please take a moment to review the safe room locations, along with important guidelines and rules so you know what to expect if they are needed.
Learn more here: https://www.almasd.net/o/asd/page/safe-room
Staying informed and prepared helps keep everyone safe.
At last night’s school board meeting, we had the privilege of further recognizing our campus Teachers of the Year. Principals took a moment to share what makes these educators such valuable members of their school communities and the impact they have on students each day.
Congratulations to our outstanding honorees:
• Alma High School: Michele Ikenberry
• Alma Middle School: Keith Reeves
• Alma Intermediate School: Jennifer Anderson
• Alma Primary School: Tiffany Gregory
Each of these educators represents the dedication and care that can be found in classrooms across the district, and we are proud to celebrate the difference they make for Alma students.
In addition, Alma Middle School was recognized for its recent redesignation as an Arkansas Diamond School to Watch. This honor highlights the school’s strong commitment to academic achievement, student growth, and creating a positive and supportive learning environment for all students.
Congratulations to our outstanding honorees:
• Alma High School: Michele Ikenberry
• Alma Middle School: Keith Reeves
• Alma Intermediate School: Jennifer Anderson
• Alma Primary School: Tiffany Gregory
Each of these educators represents the dedication and care that can be found in classrooms across the district, and we are proud to celebrate the difference they make for Alma students.
In addition, Alma Middle School was recognized for its recent redesignation as an Arkansas Diamond School to Watch. This honor highlights the school’s strong commitment to academic achievement, student growth, and creating a positive and supportive learning environment for all students.
Fuel up for a good cause! Join the Alma School District Child Nutrition Department for a Pancake Breakfast for Meal Debt on April 11, 2026, from 7-10 AM. Enjoy pancakes, biscuits & gravy, sausage, bacon, eggs, fresh fruit, coffee, juice, and milk - all for donations. Plus, fun raffles to be announced! Don’t miss it!
