More good news for Alma Middle School! The University of Arkansas Office for Education Policy has recognized AMS with two Outstanding Educational Performance Awards based on student growth on the ATLAS:
🏆 High Overall Growth (Statewide)
🏆 High Science Growth (Statewide)
The overall award reflects growth across math, English language arts and science. To determine these awards, the Office for Education Policy looks at how much students improved compared with other students who had similar prior achievement. That makes this recognition a meaningful measure of the progress AMS students are making.
These awards belong to the students who put in the work each day and the teachers, staff and families who support them. Congratulations, Alma Middle School!
🏆 High Overall Growth (Statewide)
🏆 High Science Growth (Statewide)
The overall award reflects growth across math, English language arts and science. To determine these awards, the Office for Education Policy looks at how much students improved compared with other students who had similar prior achievement. That makes this recognition a meaningful measure of the progress AMS students are making.
These awards belong to the students who put in the work each day and the teachers, staff and families who support them. Congratulations, Alma Middle School!
🎉 IT’S PARADE DAY! 🎉
Homecoming Week begins today, and we’re already bringing the fun! Make plans to join us tonight as we celebrate the 2026 Homecoming Court, along with our clubs and organizations.
The parade begins at 6:00 p.m. on Main Street, heads down Fayetteville Avenue and returns via Spring Street.
Please note that AHS parade participants will assemble and dismiss in the band lot area, while Little League participants will stage in the visitor parking section.
Homecoming Week begins today, and we’re already bringing the fun! Make plans to join us tonight as we celebrate the 2026 Homecoming Court, along with our clubs and organizations.
The parade begins at 6:00 p.m. on Main Street, heads down Fayetteville Avenue and returns via Spring Street.
Please note that AHS parade participants will assemble and dismiss in the band lot area, while Little League participants will stage in the visitor parking section.
💻 Tuesday, September 15, is IT Professionals Day, and we’re excited to celebrate the team that keeps Alma School District connected! A big thank-you to Technology Director Thad Nipp, Network/Server Analyst Skip Thompson, Technician Cole Seratt, Network Administrator Chris Burress, Technician Basil Kenner, and Technology Specialist Amy Brewer. Whether they’re solving technical issues, supporting classrooms, or keeping systems running across the district, their work makes a difference every day! 🌟 Help us show our appreciation by leaving a note of thanks for our Technology Team in the comments! 👏
Eighth-grade DECA members put their skills into action before Friday’s game, gaining real-world retail experience at Airelooms! Operated by Alma High School DECA members, Airelooms offers Airedale apparel and spirit gear for fans of all ages. What a great opportunity for these students to learn, lead, and serve their community!
A familiar tradition is returning for the 2026 Alma High School Homecoming Parade! Join us Monday, September 21, at 6:00 p.m. as the parade begins on Main Street and heads down Fayetteville Avenue, bringing back the route many may remember from years past. Participants will return via Spring Street to their assembly and dismissal areas.
Please note that AHS parade participants will assemble and dismiss in the band lot area, while Little League participants will be staged in the visitor parking section.
We look forward to seeing the Alma community lining the streets!
Today, Alma School District pauses to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, honor the courage and sacrifice of so many, and reflect on the unity that brought our nation together. We will never forget.
Our community has stepped up once again! A huge thank you to Workman's Travel Center for providing FREE admission for ALL Alma Middle School and Alma High School students to Friday night’s home varsity football game against Vilonia!
Tickets will be distributed to students at each campus this week and must be presented at the gate for free admission. We are incredibly grateful for community partners who continue to show up for our students and give them the opportunity to pack the stands and support their Airedales!
Thank you, Workman’s Travel Center, for investing in our students and our community!
Tickets will be distributed to students at each campus this week and must be presented at the gate for free admission. We are incredibly grateful for community partners who continue to show up for our students and give them the opportunity to pack the stands and support their Airedales!
Thank you, Workman’s Travel Center, for investing in our students and our community!
Reminder: Alma School District will be closed tomorrow, Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. Classes and regular district operations will resume Tuesday, September 8. We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and relaxing holiday!
Today, Dr. Mike McSpadden visited with our eighth-grade social studies students to discuss the rich history of Alma. Students enjoyed learning more about the people, places, and events that helped shape the community they call home!
We know it may feel a little early to talk about Christmas, but we’re getting a head start on spreading holiday cheer!
As part of Alma School District’s Purple Star Program, Alma Primary School and Alma Intermediate School are teaming up to sponsor a care package drive for members of the 142nd Field Artillery Brigade, Arkansas National Guard, who are currently deployed.
Families may donate snacks, personal-care items, games, festive socks, handwritten cards and other useful items from September 15 through October 15. Donations can be dropped off at APS or AIS and will be delivered in time for Christmas.
Let’s show these brave men and women that their service and sacrifice are appreciated - and that they are remembered and supported back home!
As part of Alma School District’s Purple Star Program, Alma Primary School and Alma Intermediate School are teaming up to sponsor a care package drive for members of the 142nd Field Artillery Brigade, Arkansas National Guard, who are currently deployed.
Families may donate snacks, personal-care items, games, festive socks, handwritten cards and other useful items from September 15 through October 15. Donations can be dropped off at APS or AIS and will be delivered in time for Christmas.
Let’s show these brave men and women that their service and sacrifice are appreciated - and that they are remembered and supported back home!
Start your day the Airedale way! Breakfast is FREE for all Alma School District students! A nutritious breakfast helps students begin the day fueled, focused, and ready to learn. Encourage your student to take advantage of free breakfast at school!
Check out the menu here: https://menus.healthepro.com/organizations/820
Check out the menu here: https://menus.healthepro.com/organizations/820
📸 Fall portrait season is almost here! 🍂 Mark your calendars for your student’s upcoming picture day, and don’t forget to bring those smiles!
Alma School District will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. Classes and regular district operations will resume on Tuesday, September 8. We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and relaxing three-day weekend!
🏈 Airedale Stadium Game Day Expectations 🏈
As we get ready to cheer on our Airedales, we want everyone at Airedale Stadium to have a safe, enjoyable, and positive experience! Students are expected to follow the same behavioral expectations at athletic events that they follow during the school day.
Please take a moment to review these important game day reminders with your student before heading to the stadium.
Most importantly, we want our students to enjoy the game, support our Airedales, and spend time with their friends while helping us create a great atmosphere for everyone.
Thank you for helping make Airedale Stadium a great place to watch our students compete!
As we get ready to cheer on our Airedales, we want everyone at Airedale Stadium to have a safe, enjoyable, and positive experience! Students are expected to follow the same behavioral expectations at athletic events that they follow during the school day.
Please take a moment to review these important game day reminders with your student before heading to the stadium.
Most importantly, we want our students to enjoy the game, support our Airedales, and spend time with their friends while helping us create a great atmosphere for everyone.
Thank you for helping make Airedale Stadium a great place to watch our students compete!
🍎 Free & Reduced Meal Applications for the 2026–2027 school year are still available!
Now that the school year is underway, we encourage families who have not yet submitted an application to do so. Applying is quick and easy and may also help families qualify for additional educational programs and benefits.
Apply online: https://www.almasd.net/page/child-nutrition-services
Alma School District is an equal opportunity provider.
Now that the school year is underway, we encourage families who have not yet submitted an application to do so. Applying is quick and easy and may also help families qualify for additional educational programs and benefits.
Apply online: https://www.almasd.net/page/child-nutrition-services
Alma School District is an equal opportunity provider.
Big news for our students! Thanks to Airedale Nutrition, ALL Alma Middle School and Alma High School students will receive FREE admission to Friday night’s first home varsity football game - the Battle of the Bone against Van Buren! Tickets will be distributed to students at each campus this week and must be presented at the gate for free admission. Come fill the stands, cheer on the Airedales, and help us kick off the home season with an incredible atmosphere! 🏈🐾💚💛
Attention, Airedale fans! 🏈🐾 Battle of the Bone tickets are officially on sale at the Alma School District Administration Building and Alma High School office! Scruffy and Battle of the Bone T-shirts are also available at the Administration Building. Cash or check only.
🔬🐛 Science is already in action in Mrs. Price’s class at Alma Middle School!
Students kicked off the year with “Investigate the Teacher,” using observations and inferences to learn more about Mrs. Price and her classroom expectations.
Next, they put their collaboration, planning, and problem-solving skills to the test as they worked within specific constraints to save Fred the gummy worm from shark-infested waters!
What a fun, hands-on way to begin the school year while practicing important scientific-thinking skills!
Students kicked off the year with “Investigate the Teacher,” using observations and inferences to learn more about Mrs. Price and her classroom expectations.
Next, they put their collaboration, planning, and problem-solving skills to the test as they worked within specific constraints to save Fred the gummy worm from shark-infested waters!
What a fun, hands-on way to begin the school year while practicing important scientific-thinking skills!
🏈 Airedale Football is BACK!
The Airedales kick off the season tomorrow with a scrimmage against Southside at Southside. Game time is 7:00 p.m.
🎟️ Digital ticketing only:
https://gofan.co/event/6571394?schoolId=AR72396
Let’s go, Airedales! 🐾
The Airedales kick off the season tomorrow with a scrimmage against Southside at Southside. Game time is 7:00 p.m.
🎟️ Digital ticketing only:
https://gofan.co/event/6571394?schoolId=AR72396
Let’s go, Airedales! 🐾
Airedale families, we know it’s HOT!
With these temperatures, afternoon bus rides can feel extra long. Today, we’re happy to provide cold bottled water for our bus riders to help keep students cool and hydrated on the ride home!
A big thank you to our Transportation team for getting everything iced down and ready to go. Stay cool, Airedales!
With these temperatures, afternoon bus rides can feel extra long. Today, we’re happy to provide cold bottled water for our bus riders to help keep students cool and hydrated on the ride home!
A big thank you to our Transportation team for getting everything iced down and ready to go. Stay cool, Airedales!
