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!
Parents and guardians - Please be aware that there is an app called Gradeway for HAC that has been posted on social media by area teachers who are encouraging use. This is NOT a PowerSchool product (parent company for TAC and HAC), and we can't guarantee the safety of the student information. We and the Arkansas Department of Education do not support this product.
Since the State is not supporting this app, we will not be supporting it either. The only app that is supported by the State is called the eSchoolPlus Family app. Be sure you choose Alma School District when you create the account, and you may need to reselect the district if you're accessing it again for the first time this school year.
Due to storm damage, the high school will have a virtual learning day today. All other schools will operate normally today. High school students will receive further instructions later today. High school staff report by 8:30 am for further instructions. Bus routes running for all other schools.
MEAL PRICES FOR THE 2023-24 SCHOOL YEAR
The following Child Nutrition Program meal prices were approved at the May 11 school board meeting:
Adults
$4.50
Students
Breakfast K-12: $1.00
Lunch K-5: $2.50
Lunch 6-12: $2.75
Reduced-Price Meals: $.30 and $.40 (for those who qualify)
Please see other posted information regarding applications for free or reduced-price meals or visit this link: https://www.almasd.net/.../page/free-and-reduced-information
It's that time of year again! This is your reminder to add the free & reduced meal application to your back-to-school prep checklist. We encourage all families to submit an application for the 2023-2024 school year. Follow this link for more information: https://www.almasd.net/o/asd/page/free-and-reduced-information
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Season two of the "Hey! What's Your Deal?" podcast has begun! On this episode, Mr. B. is joined by a friend of the podcast (and friend of the family) Levi Dobbs to discuss the many adventures that await someone at Universal Studios Florida. If you are thinking about making a trip to the park, you really want to hear what Levi has to say because he has been there several times and he can tell you about the things you need to do - and need to eat! Have a listen and let Levi be your tour guide. You won't regret it! Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/76zMoOBaBZ87L4xbD3h3eU
Summer hours for administration and school offices will be Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, and Friday from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm. All offices will be closed on Monday, July 3rd, and Tuesday, 4th, in observance of the Fourth of July. We will return to regular office hours on Monday, July 31st. We hope you have a great summer!
AIREDALE BOOK EXPRESS |
The little green bus will be back in service beginning next Monday, June 5th. Students can check out a book, say hello to familiar faces from school, enjoy a free breakfast, and grab a snack!
The bus will run on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays in June, July, and at the start of August. You can check out where we are in real-time by following our progress on the Airedale Book Express tracker: http://ow.ly/W0zh50OBeAb
We want to thank you all for your support this school year. We hope you have a wonderful, safe summer break. We will see you all back here on August 16, 2023, for the start of the 2023-24 school year.
All administrative and school offices will be closed on Monday, May 29th, in observance of Memorial Day. Summer hours for administrative and school offices will be Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, and Friday from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm.
All offices will be closed on Monday, July 3rd, and Tuesday, 4th, in observance of the Fourth of July. We will return to regular office hours on Monday, July 31st.
Parents whose child owes money to the cafeteria have been notified. Please check your email or spam folders for current balances and make necessary payments. Link to pay:http://ow.ly/qaCG50Opymq
The Arkansas Department of Human Services and the Arkansas Department of Education, Division of Elementary and Secondary Education will issue P-EBT benefits through the state’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) EBT card system to households with eligible children.
Alma School District students eligible for free or reduced-price school meals by May 31, 2023, can receive the Summer 2023 P-EBT benefit.
WHAT TO KNOW? The summer 2023 P-EBT will be a one-time payment of $120.00. The benefits will be issued sometime in July-September 2023. If not previously completed, please complete a Free & Reduced School Meals
Application and turn it in to your child’s school or the Administration Building before May 31, 2023. You can pick up the Free & Reduced School Meals Application at your child's school or by visiting our website.
It's National Teacher Appreciation Week! Our teachers do it all! A teacher's job does not end with the school day, and their skills are not limited to the classroom. We are so thankful to have excellent teachers who go above and beyond and are dedicated to providing a fantastic experience for our scholars, families, and community. THANK YOU!
Junior and Senior parents - this message is for you! Project Graduation will be here soon, and volunteers are needed.
Junior Parents: Volunteers are needed on the night of graduation, Saturday, May 20, to help with the Project Graduation Dinner from 9:00 - 10:30 pm.
Senior Parents: Volunteers are needed on the night of graduation, Saturday, May 20, to help with Project Graduation from 9:00 pm - 3:00 am.
If you are willing to help, please get in touch with Kristin Bullard (479) 459-8388 or Holly McCallister (479) 430-8537.