❤️ Celebrating the Heart of Alma: National School Counseling Week ❤️
From February 2–6, we are shining a well-deserved spotlight on our incredible school counselors! These dedicated professionals do so much more than just "give advice" - they are the listeners, the problem-solvers, and the constant cheerleaders for our students.
Whether they are helping an Airedale navigate a tough day or planning for a big future, their impact stays with our students forever.
AHS: Tawnya Shelton, Megan Reese, and Mychel Medina
AMS: Rhonda Jones and Becky Lowrey
AIS: Kristin Wagner
APS: Torie Goins
DISTRICT: Brandi Brogan
How to celebrate them this week:
🗣️: Share a story: Comment below with a time a counselor helped your student!
✋🏼: Give a High Five: If you see them in the halls, let them know they’re appreciated.
📝: Say Thanks: A simple note goes a long way.
#NationalSchoolCounselingWeek
From February 2–6, we are shining a well-deserved spotlight on our incredible school counselors! These dedicated professionals do so much more than just "give advice" - they are the listeners, the problem-solvers, and the constant cheerleaders for our students.
Whether they are helping an Airedale navigate a tough day or planning for a big future, their impact stays with our students forever.
AHS: Tawnya Shelton, Megan Reese, and Mychel Medina
AMS: Rhonda Jones and Becky Lowrey
AIS: Kristin Wagner
APS: Torie Goins
DISTRICT: Brandi Brogan
How to celebrate them this week:
🗣️: Share a story: Comment below with a time a counselor helped your student!
✋🏼: Give a High Five: If you see them in the halls, let them know they’re appreciated.
📝: Say Thanks: A simple note goes a long way.
#NationalSchoolCounselingWeek
❄️ Snow days don’t end the work. Our maintenance crews are hard at it, clearing campuses and getting everything ready for students and staff to return safely. Huge thanks to these behind-the-scenes heroes! 👏🏻
❄️ Weather Update – After-School Activities ❄️
Due to the incoming storm, all after-school activities today are postponed and will be rescheduled. We appreciate your understanding as we monitor the weather closely.
For full info on our inclement weather procedures, visit:
👉 https://www.almasd.net/page/inclement-weather
Stay safe, stay warm, and enjoy a little winter fun! ☃️
Due to the incoming storm, all after-school activities today are postponed and will be rescheduled. We appreciate your understanding as we monitor the weather closely.
For full info on our inclement weather procedures, visit:
👉 https://www.almasd.net/page/inclement-weather
Stay safe, stay warm, and enjoy a little winter fun! ☃️
❄️ Winter Weather Week Ahead - Stay Prepared, Airedales! ❄️
As we head into a week of uncertain winter weather, Alma School District is closely monitoring conditions and preparing to make timely decisions with student and staff safety as our top priority.
📣 Stay informed:
Any school delays, closures, or schedule changes will be communicated through text, phone calls, email, our website, social media, and local news outlets.
👉 Learn more about how decisions are made and how we communicate updates:
🔗 https://www.almasd.net/article/2575249
We encourage families to double-check contact information, have a backup plan in place, and make sure students are dressed appropriately for cold weather.
Thank you for your continued support as we navigate winter conditions together!
As we head into a week of uncertain winter weather, Alma School District is closely monitoring conditions and preparing to make timely decisions with student and staff safety as our top priority.
📣 Stay informed:
Any school delays, closures, or schedule changes will be communicated through text, phone calls, email, our website, social media, and local news outlets.
👉 Learn more about how decisions are made and how we communicate updates:
🔗 https://www.almasd.net/article/2575249
We encourage families to double-check contact information, have a backup plan in place, and make sure students are dressed appropriately for cold weather.
Thank you for your continued support as we navigate winter conditions together!
🧪 Science in Action at Alma Middle School 🧠
Students in Mrs. Price’s class at Alma Middle School have been diving into an exciting science investigation since returning from winter break. As part of their study of the digestive system, students worked to “diagnose” a patient with digestive issues by learning how the human body processes food.
To test the theory that nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream in the small intestine, students conducted a hands-on lab using dialysis tubing to simulate intestines. Glucose and starch solutions were placed inside the tubing to represent food, and the model intestines were submerged in distilled water and left over the weekend. When students returned, they tested the water outside the tubing to see if any food molecules had passed through.
So… what did they discover? 🧐
Through this engaging experiment, students saw firsthand how nutrient absorption works - bringing science to life through inquiry, teamwork, and real-world connections.
Students in Mrs. Price’s class at Alma Middle School have been diving into an exciting science investigation since returning from winter break. As part of their study of the digestive system, students worked to “diagnose” a patient with digestive issues by learning how the human body processes food.
To test the theory that nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream in the small intestine, students conducted a hands-on lab using dialysis tubing to simulate intestines. Glucose and starch solutions were placed inside the tubing to represent food, and the model intestines were submerged in distilled water and left over the weekend. When students returned, they tested the water outside the tubing to see if any food molecules had passed through.
So… what did they discover? 🧐
Through this engaging experiment, students saw firsthand how nutrient absorption works - bringing science to life through inquiry, teamwork, and real-world connections.
Alma School District will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. All school buildings and district offices will be closed. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 20.
Congratulations to Our Patriot’s Pen Winners!
This fall, students in Mrs. Kannett’s RTI session worked hard on essays for the VFW Patriot’s Pen contest, themed “How are you showing patriotism and support for our country?”
We’re proud to share that three Alma Middle School students were recognized at the Robert Jack VFW monthly meeting on January 5:
🥇 Lauren Walker – 1st Place
🥈 Tatum Elliott – 2nd Place
🥉 Sullivan Ware – 3rd Place
All three students received certificates and monetary awards, and Lauren Walker had the honor of reading her essay aloud to the veterans. Her essay has also advanced to the regional contest!
Great work to these students and to Mrs. Kannett for guiding them - we are proud!
This fall, students in Mrs. Kannett’s RTI session worked hard on essays for the VFW Patriot’s Pen contest, themed “How are you showing patriotism and support for our country?”
We’re proud to share that three Alma Middle School students were recognized at the Robert Jack VFW monthly meeting on January 5:
🥇 Lauren Walker – 1st Place
🥈 Tatum Elliott – 2nd Place
🥉 Sullivan Ware – 3rd Place
All three students received certificates and monetary awards, and Lauren Walker had the honor of reading her essay aloud to the veterans. Her essay has also advanced to the regional contest!
Great work to these students and to Mrs. Kannett for guiding them - we are proud!
☃️❄️ Welcome Back! ❄️☃️
We hope you enjoyed your winter break and made lots of great memories. We can’t wait to see everyone back at school and learning together again.
📅 Classes resume Tuesday, January 6 ❄️📚
We hope you enjoyed your winter break and made lots of great memories. We can’t wait to see everyone back at school and learning together again.
📅 Classes resume Tuesday, January 6 ❄️📚
Answering the call for Alma School District takes heart, dedication, and strong leadership. We proudly celebrate our Alma School Board members for their commitment to our students, staff, and Airedale Nation. Thank you for serving our community so well! #AnsweringTheCall #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth
Mrs. Dooley’s and Coach Howard’s advisory classes recently collected food items for the Snack Pack Program as part of their community service project, helping support students in need. In addition, Ms. Rowland’s 8th grade advisory class brought stuffed animals to donate to Arkansas Children’s Hospital, spreading comfort and cheer to young patients. Great job to all of our students for showing generosity and compassion in our community!
All Sports Passes are now available at a discounted price at the Administration Building! A valid ID is required; payment by cash or check only. Passes are not valid for Little League games. Senior citizens may receive up to two passes, and student athlete passes are available for grades 7–12. Go Airedales! 📣🐾
AMS Drama Delivers Powerful Performances & Festive Fun!
Mrs. Bocksnick’s Drama II students wowed a packed house on Friday, December 12, with their one-act production of Betweenity by Lindsay Price! Performed in the AMS Black Box Theatre, the show explored the powerful moments — and words — left unsaid. The talented 7th- and 8th-grade cast delivered an outstanding performance, making it a night to remember!
The celebration didn’t stop there! Advanced Drama had a festive Christmas party and Junior Thespian inductions. Students donned Christmas PJs as new members were welcomed into Junior Thespian Troupe 88958, enjoying games, music, laughter, and lots of holiday cheer.
Bravo to our Alma Middle School Theatre students for an unforgettable week on and off the stage! 🎄🎬 ✨🎭
Mrs. Bocksnick’s Drama II students wowed a packed house on Friday, December 12, with their one-act production of Betweenity by Lindsay Price! Performed in the AMS Black Box Theatre, the show explored the powerful moments — and words — left unsaid. The talented 7th- and 8th-grade cast delivered an outstanding performance, making it a night to remember!
The celebration didn’t stop there! Advanced Drama had a festive Christmas party and Junior Thespian inductions. Students donned Christmas PJs as new members were welcomed into Junior Thespian Troupe 88958, enjoying games, music, laughter, and lots of holiday cheer.
Bravo to our Alma Middle School Theatre students for an unforgettable week on and off the stage! 🎄🎬 ✨🎭
Alma Schools will be closed for Winter Break from Dec. 22–Jan. 2 for the Christmas and New Year holidays. Staff will return Jan. 5, and students will be back for the start of second semester on Jan. 6. Wishing all of our Airedales a joyful and safe winter break! ❄️
We're counting down! Only one more week until Christmas break, and the Alma Gardens Elf has the wheel, ready to drive us there! Huge thanks to the City of Alma Arkansas for including us in the festive elf fun! 🚌🎄✨
We are proud to announce that Drayden Luker earned 2nd place in the statewide 6th-grade division of the Arkansas Peace Week Art Contest! Arkansas Peace Week promotes peacemaking and community awareness through events held across the state each September. Congratulations, Drayden, on representing Alma Middle School with creativity and heart!
🎭 It’s FOOTLOOSE week at Alma School District!
We couldn’t be more excited for the talented students of Airedale Theatre as they finally bring their hard work to the stage! Performances run from Thursday through Sunday — don’t miss your chance to see the show!
✨ Airedale Theatre Presents: FOOTLOOSE
📅 Thursday, Dec. 4 | Saturday, Dec. 6 | Sunday, Dec. 7
⏰ 7 PM (Thu & Sat) & 2 PM (Sun)
📍 Skokos Performing Arts Center-Alma
🔥 The explosive movie musical bursts onto the live stage with new songs alongside iconic hits from its Oscar-nominated score — celebrating youth, connection, and the power of forgiveness.
🎟️ Get your tickets here: skokospac.org
We couldn’t be more excited for the talented students of Airedale Theatre as they finally bring their hard work to the stage! Performances run from Thursday through Sunday — don’t miss your chance to see the show!
✨ Airedale Theatre Presents: FOOTLOOSE
📅 Thursday, Dec. 4 | Saturday, Dec. 6 | Sunday, Dec. 7
⏰ 7 PM (Thu & Sat) & 2 PM (Sun)
📍 Skokos Performing Arts Center-Alma
🔥 The explosive movie musical bursts onto the live stage with new songs alongside iconic hits from its Oscar-nominated score — celebrating youth, connection, and the power of forgiveness.
🎟️ Get your tickets here: skokospac.org
AHS Students Offering Holiday Gift Wrapping Fundraiser
Alma High School TSA and HOSA students are hosting a holiday gift wrapping fundraiser to support their upcoming competitions.
Gift Drop-Off Information
- Now–Dec. 17: Drop off unwrapped gifts at the AHS Office (please place items in a trash bag or laundry basket labeled “to/from”).
- Dec. 18–19: Drop off at the AHS Student Union from 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Pricing
- $2 per item
- $1 per item if you provide your own wrapping paper
- Payment accepted at drop-off or pick-up
- CashApp: AlmaTSA
Let our students help you save time — and support future student leaders in the process!
🎄 Alma Shines at the Arkansas State Capitol! 🎄
The Arkansas Department of Education is celebrating the unique spirit of communities across the state through the Arkansas Celebrates America250 Ornament Initiative — and Alma is proudly represented!
Students from across our district created ornaments showcasing the history, architecture, and spirit of Alma. Three designs were selected to represent our schools at the Capitol:
🏆 K–4 Winner: Knox Chronister (1st Grade)
🏆 5–8 Winner: Bentley Whitwam (7th Grade)
🏆 9–12 Winner: JulieAnn Sivage (10th Grade)
These winning designs have been printed as ornaments and are now displayed on a Christmas tree inside the Arkansas State Capitol through early January.
🔗 View all ornaments from across the state and search by school district using the top-right search bar on the site: https://sites.google.com/pdarkansas.net/aca250-state-capitol-ornament/home
🎄 Check out the photo below of the final tree on display!
The Arkansas Department of Education is celebrating the unique spirit of communities across the state through the Arkansas Celebrates America250 Ornament Initiative — and Alma is proudly represented!
Students from across our district created ornaments showcasing the history, architecture, and spirit of Alma. Three designs were selected to represent our schools at the Capitol:
🏆 K–4 Winner: Knox Chronister (1st Grade)
🏆 5–8 Winner: Bentley Whitwam (7th Grade)
🏆 9–12 Winner: JulieAnn Sivage (10th Grade)
These winning designs have been printed as ornaments and are now displayed on a Christmas tree inside the Arkansas State Capitol through early January.
🔗 View all ornaments from across the state and search by school district using the top-right search bar on the site: https://sites.google.com/pdarkansas.net/aca250-state-capitol-ornament/home
🎄 Check out the photo below of the final tree on display!
Recently, one of our Alma buses headed out to help a Fountain Lake School District trip route after their bus stalled — making sure their students got back to campus safely and comfortably.
This week, our Transportation Department received this envelope full of handwritten thank-you letters from the students we helped — and wow… they made our day!
Some of the notes said things like:
📨 “If you didn’t help us, we probably would have been stuck there for 20 hours.”
📨 “You’re the reason a bunch of kids weren’t stuck on a hot bus overnight. You made my wish for home come true.”
📨 “Without you, our parents would have had to drive 2–3 hours to get us.”
📨 “Not all heroes wear capes. You saved us that day!”
A huge thank-you to the Fountain Lake students for their kindness — and an even bigger thank-you to our Alma Transportation team for always stepping up when others need a hand.
This is what community looks like. 🚌💛💚
This week, our Transportation Department received this envelope full of handwritten thank-you letters from the students we helped — and wow… they made our day!
Some of the notes said things like:
📨 “If you didn’t help us, we probably would have been stuck there for 20 hours.”
📨 “You’re the reason a bunch of kids weren’t stuck on a hot bus overnight. You made my wish for home come true.”
📨 “Without you, our parents would have had to drive 2–3 hours to get us.”
📨 “Not all heroes wear capes. You saved us that day!”
A huge thank-you to the Fountain Lake students for their kindness — and an even bigger thank-you to our Alma Transportation team for always stepping up when others need a hand.
This is what community looks like. 🚌💛💚
Our Alma Quiz Bowl teams are looking sharp! A huge thank-you to Wave Rural Connect for sponsoring the custom shirts and to Graphic Services for bringing them to life. Our students are geared up to show off their knowledge, teamwork, and Airedale pride. Go, Airedales!
