All Alma School District campuses and offices will be CLOSED for the WINTER BREAK from Monday, December 23, through Friday, January 3, in observance of the Christmas and New Year's holidays. ASD employees will resume work on Monday, January 6, and ASD students will return to school for the second semester on Tuesday, January 7. On behalf of the Alma School District, we wish everyone a joyful and safe winter holiday break.
Mark those calendars! The Airedales are throwing a TOY TOSS party! Students can bring a toy and get in for free!
It's a day bursting with excitement for the Alma Middle School Advance Drama Class because they've been chosen as the 2025 One Act Showcase for the Junior Festival! Their performance of “Hoodie” achieved an incredible Superior Rating at the Arkansas State One Act Festival, marking them as the top contenders! Hip hip hooray and congratulations to these shining stars of the stage! 🎭✨
The Hand To Hand Foundation toy giveaway is happening this Saturday! Check out all the details below.
Today, Mrs. Barrett’s 8th grade Intro to Business and Marketing class from Alma Middle School visited the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith. They met with faculty from the College of Business and Industry, enjoyed a tour of the campus, and had some leisure time in the Student Center. It was a fantastic opportunity for them to glimpse the possibilities that await in their future!
This week, we celebrate National School Bus Safety Week! The U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) encourages drivers to reduce their speed and remain vigilant around school buses in their neighborhoods. We appreciate the significance of this week and express our gratitude to everyone in our transportation department for their efforts in safeguarding our students. For more details on school bus stop safety, please visit https://www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/school-bus-safety.... 🚌🚸🦺🚦
The Alma School District app serves as an important resource for effective communication and staying updated on district news. It provides parents the opportunity to connect with teachers and access class information via the Rooms feature. If you are a registered parent or guardian, downloading the app is important for logging into Rooms and receiving notifications straight to your device. Make sure to enable notifications for the best experience. Below are the download links for both iPhone and Android.
Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3cdoepN
Download for Android: https://bit.ly/3AECMrI
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/DaherIUDOLI?si=3APehjEj4keKiXlX
Students in Mrs. Pitts’ class recently took part in the Peace Week Youth Art Contest. This contest invites Arkansas students from grades 1 to 12 across the state to participate. The theme, "What does peace mean to you?" inspired students to portray a vision of a more harmonious community through their artwork. Eight entries from each grade will be chosen as finalists and showcased at the Arkansas State Capitol from November 10 to 16, 2024. The award winners will be revealed during a ceremony at the Capitol on November 16, 2024. Take a look at their creations below!
This week, we set sail and celebrated National School Lunch Week in cafeterias throughout the district! Established in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy, National School Lunch Week (NSLW) has annually highlighted the significance of a nutritious school lunch in a child's life and its effects both inside and outside the classroom. This year's theme, “School Lunch Pirates: Find Your Treasure,” underscored the essential role that healthy school lunches play in students' academic and social success. The Child Nutrition Workers at Alma School District truly went above and beyond, wearing their best pirate attire and turning their kitchens into a pirate paradise! A huge shoutout to them for their unwavering dedication, especially this week, for transforming lunchtime into an exciting treasure hunt for all the students!
On Wednesday, October 16th, all of our eighth-grade students took part in the iCan Career Expo at the Peak Innovation Center. They attended presentations focused on three career clusters aligned with interest inventories they completed. Students explored future job opportunities in various fields, including manufacturing and engineering, agriculture and construction, arts and communications, business and marketing, health sciences, human services, and information technology. The Peak Center welcomed nearly 3,000 eighth graders from across the region, helping them connect with potential career pathways. With over 100 employers and young professional volunteers present, this event was truly memorable for our students!
Recently, several 7th and 8th graders from Alma Middle School took part in a chess tournament. Harrison Mills and Cruz Taylor earned first-place medals by winning all 5 of their matches. Kole Niba and Joshua Osburn secured third-place medals with a record of 4 wins out of 5 matches. Our team proudly brought home a trophy for achieving the highest overall score. Congratulations to everyone involved!
Parent-teacher conferences are set for this week, taking place on the evening of Thursday, October 17, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM, and all day on Friday, October 18. Please note that there will be no school for students on Friday, October 18. Additionally, students will not attend school on Monday, October 21st, as it is designated as a teacher workday. Classes will resume on Tuesday, October 22, 2024.
Happy Homecoming Week, Airedales! The school spirit is already vibrant throughout the district as we prepare for homecoming! We hope you will join us for the homecoming parade on Thursday, October 10th, starting at 6:00 PM at Alma High School. The celebrations will continue into Friday, October 11th, when we celebrate the queen and her court during the pre-game festivities. As always, thank you for supporting Alma School District and the amazing students within it! Learn more by following this link: https://www.almasd.net/o/asd/page/alma-school-district-homecoming-2024
This Friday, we proudly celebrate the Pride of Alma! Join us for Band Night at the Varsity Football Game against Morrilton. During the pre-game festivities, we will recognize band members in grades 7-12, and you won't want to miss out on this exciting event!
Reminder: Vaccination submissions are due! In Arkansas, the deadline for providing proof of immunization or exemption for school is October 1st. For further details on immunization requirements and to find nurse contact information, please visit the link below.
LINK: https://www.almasd.net/page/health-services
October is National Principals Month, and we are truly THANKFUL for this incredible group of principals! Your commitment to the students and staff of Alma School District does not go unnoticed. We deeply appreciate your hard work and dedication, which makes a significant impact. THANK YOU!
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The community is invited to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the Integration of Alma Schools. Join us on Thursday, August 29, at 5:30 pm before the Alma/Van Buren Football Game. The event will commence at the plaque located on the corner of Alma High School, opposite City Hall. Afterwards, there will be a program and reception at the Alma High School Union, concluding with a special recognition of Honorees at the football stadium.
Sports Passes Available Now! Get your Sports Passes at the Administration Building today. Senior Citizens get complimentary passes, Adults are priced at $60, students at $35, and athletes at $20. Let's go Airedales!
MEAL PRICING INFORMATION
For the 2024-2025 school year, meal prices are as listed below:
Breakfast: $1.20
Lunch: K-5 $2.70; 6-12 $2.95.
FREE/REDUCED BENEFIT APPLICATIONS: Applications for free/reduced meals are still being accepted. If you have previously qualified for free and reduced school meals, or if you think you may be eligible, please submit your application today.
To find out more, please visit the provided link: https://www.almasd.net/page/child-nutrition-services
