REMINDER: Alma School District will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2024, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. All school buildings and district offices will be closed. We will resume our regular schedule on Tuesday, January 16.
Celebrating School Board Appreciation Month in January
In recognition of School Board Appreciation Month, we want to thank our board members for their voluntary efforts in tending to board business and ensuring the success of Alma School District students. Their personal sacrifices and countless hours of hard work benefit the entire community. Take a moment today to express your gratitude and say thank you!
Important Message for Parents and Guardians Regarding Alerts
We understand that the voice call that was sent on Friday, January 5, 2024, about the inclement weather was from a 501 area code. This was because our messaging system is based in Little Rock. We have now updated our system, and any calls made by Alma School District will show up with the Alma School District phone number (479) 632-4791. We recommend saving our number on your phone. This change should prevent any confusion going forward.
Please remember that we offer multiple means of communication to receive alerts, such as our social media pages, website, text message, email, and the local news outlets.
If you need to update your contact information to ensure that you receive alerts, please contact your child's school today.
Make-Up Day Announcement
Due to the inclement weather, school was closed today. We have scheduled Monday, February 19, 2024, as the make-up day for the missed classes.
Please note that school will be in session on Monday, February 19, 2024, which is also President's Day.
Alma School District will be closed on Friday, January 5, 2024, due to inclement weather. All school buildings and district offices will be closed.
We are so excited to welcome students back to school tomorrow, January 3, 2024! We hope you all had a fantastic winter break and are ready to dive back into the world of learning as we embark on a new year together.
Happy New Year! We hope everyone had a wonderful and restful break. It's time to get ready for another semester, as classes will resume on January 3rd. We can't wait to see all of our students, families, and staff very soon!
Upcoming Winter Break Schedule
Just a quick reminder that Winter Break will be from Monday, December 18, 2023 through Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Staff members will be back on Tuesday, January 2, while students will return to school on Wednesday, January 3.
The women of the Child Nutrition Department have been going the extra mile to spread holiday cheer, adorning their lunch containers with festive decorations and wearing matching shirts. We are grateful for their dedication in providing a fun environment for our children.
Alma Middle School's Successful Presentation at the 2023 AAMLE Conference
Alma Middle School proudly presented "Bridging the Gap into Inclusive Practices" at the Arkansas Association of Middle Level Education Conference (AAMLE) in Little Rock. The presentation focused on the school's Bridge program, which aims to transition students from restrictive settings into co-taught classrooms.
During the presentation, Principal Bob Wolfe, Assistant Principal JD Coursey, Special Education Teacher Sara Martin, Math Teacher Abby Boster, and Language Art Teacher Marti Salisbury discussed effective strategies, best practices, and real-world success stories. They provided valuable insights into fostering an inclusive educational environment where all students can thrive together.
Their presentation was a big hit, receiving positive feedback from the audience. Alma Middle School's Bridge program has proven to be a game-changer in promoting successful inclusive practices in schools.
We would like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude to our fantastic educators and school leaders who help our students achieve great things. We are equally grateful for the amazing support we have received from our community this year.
Reminder: Alma Schools will be observing Thanksgiving Break from November 20-24. Classes will resume on Monday, November 27.
Exciting News: Hand To Hand Foundation Annual Toy Giveaway is back!
Get ready for the annual Toy Giveaway sponsored by the Hand to Hand Foundation! This is an amazing opportunity you don't want to miss.
The Alma Middle School Quiz Bowl team had an impressive victory on Monday, securing a two-game win against Darby. The team showed exceptional knowledge and skill, answering a variety of challenging questions with ease. The players worked together seamlessly, demonstrating excellent teamwork and communication throughout the match. We are proud of their achievement and can't wait to see what they will accomplish next. Congratulations to the Quiz Bowl team on their well-deserved win!
Celebrating Chelsie Sturdivant's Achievement at the Arkansas Council of Teachers of Mathematics Fall Conference - We are proud to announce that Chelsie Sturdivant, our esteemed Math & Science Curriculum Specialist, was recently recognized at the Arkansas Council of Teachers of Mathematics Fall Conference. Her hard work and dedication over the past year as ACTM Secretary did not go unnoticed. Congratulations, Chelsie!
Thanksgiving break is only a week away!
"A Night in Hollywood "Alma Middle School Dance is next week! Tickets will go on sale next Monday, November 13 and will be sold during all three lunches. This is for AMS students only.
ALMA FOWARD 2040 SURVEY SERIES
This survey concerns feedback regarding technology. It is composed of four items. Your valuable feedback will guide the district in shaping future programs and improvements. We appreciate your participation.
Parents and guardians have received an email invitation to complete the survey. If you are a parent or guardian, kindly access the survey through the link provided in the email. This particular survey, however, is intended for community members. Thank you for your cooperation.
Link: https://forms.gle/LjEFBnV8mmGfT6GKA
Sara Martin scored the "We Love Teachers" award from Arvest Bank, with a sweet $500 prize! Jeremy Nuckolls from Arvest swooped in during the KPAWS production to present her with the big win. Congrats, Sara!
Alma Middle School has been recognized by the Office for Education Policy (OEP) at the University of Arkansas as a school where students demonstrated high growth on the ACT Aspire. The Outstanding Educational Performance Awards is an annual report that honors schools for their exceptional student progress, and we are excited to announce that AMS was crowned with the "High Math Growth (Statewide)" award in the Middle School Level report. This award is based on the 2023 content growth score, which measures how much the students improved from the prior year compared to expected growth based on their prior achievements. Kudos to Alma Middle School for their remarkable math (and overall) growth!
