Homecoming has arrived, and we’re excited to celebrate this special tradition! A big thank-you to everyone who came out for last night’s parade. Tonight, the Airedales face the Harrison Goblins, with the coronation ceremony set for 6:30 p.m. on the field, just before kickoff. Come out and enjoy the spirit and excitement! We appreciate Heritage Portraits for beautifully capturing our homecoming court!
The homecoming fun isn’t slowing down!
Today’s the day for the homecoming parade! Queen Raleigh and her court will be leading the way, along with other amazing groups and organizations.
📍 Main Street
⏰ Tonight at 6:00 PM
Come out, cheer loud, and celebrate with us!
Today’s the day for the homecoming parade! Queen Raleigh and her court will be leading the way, along with other amazing groups and organizations.
📍 Main Street
⏰ Tonight at 6:00 PM
Come out, cheer loud, and celebrate with us!
Mrs. McCarver’s Alma Middle School students have been having fun with hands-on science! They explored force and deformation using spring scales and investigated potential energy with pull-back cars. Learning in action!
Science is popping in Mrs. Price’s class! Students tested which dish soap makes the biggest, longest-lasting bubbles when the soap-to-water ratio is the same. After forming their hypotheses and experimenting, they’re now sharing their claim, evidence, and reasoning. Hands-on learning at its best!
Arkansas Peace Week is here! This statewide program promotes peacemaking and highlights organizations working to build lasting peace in Arkansas. Mrs. Pitts and Mrs. Combs’ art students created amazing pieces showing what peace means to them and how we can build more peaceful communities. Five winning artworks from each grade will move on to the statewide contest, with winners announced in October and displayed at the Capitol in Little Rock!
Here’s a peek inside Mrs. Price’s class at Alma Middle School! Students used stickers to model what might be happening at the particle level when substances mixed and created a gas. Did the particles join together, break apart, or rearrange into something new?
Professional Learning in Action! Last week, Mrs. Hubbs and Mrs. Reeves attended a professional learning event in Little Rock for Instructional Leaders. They joined leaders from across Arkansas to explore strategies and practices designed to empower the teachers they lead this school year. Great work, Mrs. Hubbs and Mrs. Reeves — thanks for leading the way for our Airedale educators!
Mrs. Price’s science students at Alma Middle School have been experimenting with bath bombs! They tested individual ingredients like baking soda, citric acid, Epsom salts, and oils — trying to answer the question: “What makes a bath bomb fizz?”
Individually, nothing happened — no bubbles, no fizz! Next, they combined ingredients and discovered the secret duo that makes the magic happen (we’re keeping that part under wraps for next year’s kids 😉).
Up next: uncovering the mystery gas that’s being created. Stay tuned — our budding scientists are on the case!
Individually, nothing happened — no bubbles, no fizz! Next, they combined ingredients and discovered the secret duo that makes the magic happen (we’re keeping that part under wraps for next year’s kids 😉).
Up next: uncovering the mystery gas that’s being created. Stay tuned — our budding scientists are on the case!
Mrs. Price’s students at Alma Middle School have kicked off their first science unit with an exciting question: How can we make something new that wasn’t there before?
The adventure began with a hands-on mystery — dropping a bath bomb into water. Students quickly noticed the bubbling reaction and filled the room with investigative questions: Where do the bubbles come from? What if we used boiling water? What exactly are bath bombs made of?
This spark of curiosity launched an engaging investigation into chemical reactions. Over the course of the unit, students will:
- Explore the properties of matter
- Model changes at the molecular level
- Discover how new substances are created
From mixing ingredients to analyzing data patterns, they’re not only learning chemistry concepts but also building critical thinking skills — all while having fun and staying curious.
The adventure began with a hands-on mystery — dropping a bath bomb into water. Students quickly noticed the bubbling reaction and filled the room with investigative questions: Where do the bubbles come from? What if we used boiling water? What exactly are bath bombs made of?
This spark of curiosity launched an engaging investigation into chemical reactions. Over the course of the unit, students will:
- Explore the properties of matter
- Model changes at the molecular level
- Discover how new substances are created
From mixing ingredients to analyzing data patterns, they’re not only learning chemistry concepts but also building critical thinking skills — all while having fun and staying curious.
IMPORTANT UPDATE for Airedale fans: Tonight’s Battle of the Bone game will NOT be available on the Alma School District livestream due to illness. However, you can still catch every play and cheer on the Airedales by tuning in to the Van Buren livestream instead.
Watch live here: https://youtube.com/@pointermediavb?si=E3YPxxr444C8I9m7
Thank you for your understanding, and let’s still bring the spirit — whether in the stands or tuning in from home.
Watch live here: https://youtube.com/@pointermediavb?si=E3YPxxr444C8I9m7
Thank you for your understanding, and let’s still bring the spirit — whether in the stands or tuning in from home.
REMINDER: Alma School District will be CLOSED on Monday, September 1st in observance of Labor Day. We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing long weekend! Classes will resume on Tuesday, September 2nd.
It’s Battle of the Bone week! The Airedales take on the Pointers this Friday, August 29, at Blakemore Field. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available now at the Administration Building and Alma High School office. Let’s pack the stands and cheer loud — good luck, Airedales!
All Sports Passes are now available for purchase at the Administration Building. A valid ID is required at the time of purchase. Passes are not valid for Little League games. Payment may be made by cash or check. Senior citizens are eligible to receive up to two passes per person. Student athlete passes are available for students in grade 7 and above. Let’s pack the stands and support the Airedales all season — Go Airedales!
FREE & REDUCED MEALS – 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
We encourage every family to submit an application!
For details and to apply, visit: https://www.almasd.net/.../page/free-and-reduced-information
Giveaway Reminder: Submit your application by August 31 for a chance to win!
- One winner will receive a $100 gift card
- Another winner will receive two athletic passes for the 2025–2026 school year
Alma School District is an equal opportunity provider.
We encourage every family to submit an application!
For details and to apply, visit: https://www.almasd.net/.../page/free-and-reduced-information
Giveaway Reminder: Submit your application by August 31 for a chance to win!
- One winner will receive a $100 gift card
- Another winner will receive two athletic passes for the 2025–2026 school year
Alma School District is an equal opportunity provider.
Free Virtual Sign Language Classes for Parents
The EARS Program at Arkansas Children’s Hospital is offering Beginner Signing Exact English classes for parents of children who are deaf or hard of hearing and use (or are learning to use) sign language.
Details:
- Format: Signing Exact English
- Cost: FREE (must meet eligibility criteria)
- Instructor: Erika Studer, M.S., CCC-SLP
- Dates: Thursdays – 9/18, 10/2, 10/23, 11/6, 11/20, 12/4, 12/18
- Time: 6:00–6:30 PM (via Zoom)
Register by September 5, 2025
📧 Email Jessica Newman at newmanjl@archildrens.org to sign up.
💻 Participate from your computer, iPad, or smartphone — just make sure you have a camera, microphone, and internet access!
Let’s connect, learn, and support our students together!
Off to a GREAT start! Yesterday, incoming 3rd, 6th, and 9th graders toured their new schools, met staff, learned procedures, and got comfortable before the first day. We’re ready for an amazing year!
The first day of school is TOMORROW — Wednesday, August 13, 2025! We can’t wait to welcome all our Airedales back for an amazing year!
Important Bell Times & Doors Open:
Alma Primary School:
Doors Open: 7:30 AM
Tardy Bell: 8:10 AM
Parent Pick-Up Release: 3:05 PM
Alma Intermediate School:
Doors Open: 7:30 AM
Tardy Bell: 8:10 AM
Parent Pick-Up Release: 3:10 PM
Alma Middle School:
Doors Open: 7:30 AM
Tardy Bell: 8:05 AM
Parent Pick-Up Release: 3:27 PM
Alma High School:
Doors Open: 7:15 AM
Class Begins: 8:05 AM
Dismissal Bell: 3:30 PM
Reminder: The new 'Bell to Bell, No Cell' Law is now in effect across the district and the state. To review the details, please visit: https://www.almasd.net/page/bell-to-bell-no-cell
For more back-to-school info, check out this post:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19HddRnTrv/
Here’s to a great start, Airedales!
Important Bell Times & Doors Open:
Alma Primary School:
Doors Open: 7:30 AM
Tardy Bell: 8:10 AM
Parent Pick-Up Release: 3:05 PM
Alma Intermediate School:
Doors Open: 7:30 AM
Tardy Bell: 8:10 AM
Parent Pick-Up Release: 3:10 PM
Alma Middle School:
Doors Open: 7:30 AM
Tardy Bell: 8:05 AM
Parent Pick-Up Release: 3:27 PM
Alma High School:
Doors Open: 7:15 AM
Class Begins: 8:05 AM
Dismissal Bell: 3:30 PM
Reminder: The new 'Bell to Bell, No Cell' Law is now in effect across the district and the state. To review the details, please visit: https://www.almasd.net/page/bell-to-bell-no-cell
For more back-to-school info, check out this post:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19HddRnTrv/
Here’s to a great start, Airedales!
We wrapped up our week of PD last week with the 2025 Teacher Appreciation Breakfast! Huge thanks to River Valley Ministerial Fellowship for the delicious food and awesome giveaways for our staff.
Today’s the day! Open House at Alma School District is happening from 3:30 – 6:30 PM for all grade levels — including Pre-K! Stop by to meet teachers, explore classrooms, and get ready for an amazing 2025–2026 school year. We can’t wait to see you!