It's never too early to get ready for the upcoming school year. The school supply lists are available now! Click on the link below to see the supply lists for each school building.
High School, Grades 9-12: There is no specific high school supply list. Students will receive supply and material requests from their teachers based on course assignments and schedules during the first week of school. For the first week of school, it's recommended that high school students bring a pen, pencil, and notebook.
LINK: https://www.almasd.net/page/school-supply-lists
We are excited to provide more information about the upcoming Pre-K program at Alma Primary School. You can find detailed information on our website to help you decide if this program is right for your child. Residence within the Alma School District is not required for application. Link: https://www.almasd.net/o/aps/page/pre-k-information
Here is the priority order for enrollment: Families who are eligible for state-paid pre-k seats and tuition-based seats (details pending - more information will be provided once the tuition amount is finalized). Once seats are filled, waiting lists will be established. The waiting list for tuition-based seats will be maintained while processing applications from families eligible for the first priority.
Today is an exciting day at Alma School District! We kicked off the morning by welcoming 40 new employees for orientation. We are thrilled to have this fresh cohort, and more, join us! It's going to be a great year.
It's #TeacherAppreciationWeek! We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering dedication, tireless efforts, and enthusiasm in molding young minds. This week, let's come together to celebrate and show our gratitude to the amazing teachers and staff who positively impact our students' lives each day.
PRE-K PROGRAM UPDATE
We are collaborating with state officials as we progress with the planning phase to introduce a Pre-K program at Alma School District. If everything unfolds as anticipated, we aim to launch the Pre-K program by the 2024-2025 school year. Once we receive approval, we will share more details. We are thrilled about providing this program that we believe will greatly benefit our community. Stay tuned for a family survey about Pre-K interest, coming your way soon!
Airedale families - Be your child's greatest advocate by taking a moment to participate! We do not collect email addresses. The survey is short and seeks details on parent interactions and engagement. Access the survey by clicking the link below.
LINK: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeZzMQwc5h.../viewform
Friday morning held a special event at Alma Primary School as both staff and students came together to honor and celebrate our military families. The day kicked off with the traditional Muffins with Military breakfast, where military families and students gathered for a meal. This was followed by a lively parade, with every class participating and showing their support from the sidelines. Mrs. Key set the tone by singing the Star-Spangled Banner, leading the military students and their families in the parade. The impressive Alma High School NJROTC also joined in. A big thank you to all the families who participated and to everyone who made this memorable day possible! #PurpleUpForMilitaryKids
The buzz among second-graders at APS lately? Bees! They were treated to a special visit from Mrs. Lindsey Johnson, a beekeeper and staff member at Alma School District, who shared interesting bee facts that left the kids buzzing with excitement!
Mrs. Johnson discussed the teamwork inside a hive, where every bee has a crucial job for the colony's success. The students were all ears as she highlighted the bees' vital role in our environment and the need to protect these special pollinators.
They even got a sneak peek at the honeycomb up close! A big shoutout to Mrs. Johnson for spreading her bee love with our students!
Attention Alma School District Family
The Great North American Solar Eclipse will happen soon! Please note the following important information for the Alma School District:
😎 There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, April 8, 2024. Families are encouraged to witness the eclipse together and enjoy its magic.
😎 Eclipse glasses will be provided to all staff and students, ensuring that everyone can safely observe this spectacular phenomenon. The glasses will be sent home on Friday, April 5th.
To explore safe viewing tips and engaging activities for maximizing your eclipse experience, make sure to check out NASA's Eclipse website. Learn more by visiting https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses.
Should you have any questions or require further details, do not hesitate to contact your school. Let's make this celestial event a memorable and safe one for all!
Hey Airedale Families!
By inviting a foreign exchange student into your home, you're not just hosting a guest, you're fostering global harmony - one student, one family, and one community at a time! Get ready to dive into a new culture, swap everyday tales, and form bonds that'll last a lifetime.
Exciting news - we've got a bunch of awesome exchange students gearing up to join us this summer for the 2024-2025 school year. Are you interested in being a host? Or maybe you know someone who'd be perfect? Don't hesitate, reach out today!
Curious to meet the students? Check out their profiles right here: https://www.almasd.net/o/ahs/page/student-descriptions
The Alma School District Office of Special Education is extending an invitation to private schools and homeschool parents residing within the Alma boundary to attend an informational session concerning the delivery of special education and related services.
Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Alma Administration Office, 916 Hwy 64 East, Alma, AR 72921
If you are unable to attend and require further information, please reach out to the Special Education Office at (479) 632-4717.
The March board meeting, initially canceled due to severe weather, has been rescheduled for Thursday, April 4th at 6 pm. The regular April board meeting will proceed as planned on April 11th at 6 pm.
Tonight's school board meeting is canceled because of the upcoming severe weather conditions. We will arrange a new date and provide you with the details of the rescheduled meeting soon.
Spring Break reminder! March 18th to March 22nd is designated as Spring Break, with students scheduled to resume classes on Monday, March 25th.
Alma Primary School concluded a wonderfully enjoyable Read Across America Week with guest readers. Mrs. Kuykendall organizes this fantastic event annually, inviting guests to read to each class, spreading happiness, and ending the week on a high note. It has been a fantastic week celebrating our passion for reading and the enchantment found within the pages of our beloved books. "You’re never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child!" - Dr. Seuss
2024 - 2025 SCHOOL CALENDAR / The Alma School District School Board approved the 2024 - 2025 school calendar during the February board meeting on Thursday, February 8, 2024. / View the calendar here: https://www.almasd.net/page/district-calendars
UPDATED SCHOOL CALENDAR / Following state approval, we will switch to the alternative calendar for the rest of this academic year. By using the hourly model, we can prevent adding the 4 remaining snow days to the end of the year. These days will be covered by our current instructional time. Currently, the school year will conclude on Friday, May 24, 2024.
Celebrating National School Counseling Week
This week is dedicated to recognizing the hard work and dedication of our school counselors. Sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), this week we highlight the vital role that our counselors play in helping students achieve academic success and prepare for their professional future.
We recognize that school counselors are essential to education and life's journey. We're incredibly grateful for the dedication of our school counselors and the positive impact they have on our students, teachers, and the families of Alma School District.
Please join us in expressing your appreciation for their hard work and commitment to excellence!
🔆 DISTRICT: Brandi Brogan
🔆 APS: Lauren Self
🔆 AIS: Kristin Wagner
🔆 AMS: Rhonda Jones & Becky Lowrey
🔆 AHS: Tawnya Shelton, Megan Reese, & Mychel Medina
It's hard to believe, but we've officially reached the 100th day of school! While this is just the midpoint of the academic year, it's important to take a moment to acknowledge all the hard work and dedication that has brought us here. Congratulations to both students and teachers on this exciting milestone. Now, let's continue learning and growing as we approach the end of the school year!
Important Message: Google Calendar Confusion / It has come to our attention that a Google calendar is often mistaken for our district calendar. We want to avoid any confusion, so please always access our official calendar through our website at almasd.net. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to call our District Office at (479) 632-4791.