Algona Community School District

Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
Today, we are celebrating the heart and soul of our school: our amazing administrative staff!

From the front office to every corner of our campus, these are the faces who greet our students with a smile, keep our schedules running like clockwork, and handle every "unexpected" moment with total grace.

Whether it's organizing school events, helping a student find their way, or supporting our teachers and parents, your hard work creates the environment where our kids can truly thrive.

To our school’s unsung heroes: Thank you for everything you do to make Algona CSD a better place every single day!

We've made a few adjustments to our concert schedule for this May so make sure you know when your favorite musicians are performing! Check out the graphic or PDF!
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Representatives of the AHS Visual Art classes recently participated in area art shows and earned several awards. Learn more at www.algona.k12.ia.us/art_shows
You can view their artwork at https://simplebooklet.com/algonaartshows

The annual McTeacher's Night will be on Monday, May 4 at the Algona McDonalds! Elementary teachers will be helping serve from 4:00-7:00 PM that evening! All proceeds help support the ACSD elementaries!

AHS Parent/Teacher Conferences are tonight from 4:00-5:30 & 6:00-7:30pm. Conferences will be held in teacher's classrooms.

Reminder that the Bertha Godfrey cookie dough orders may be picked up on Monday, April 20 from 12:30 to 4:00 in the Bertha Godfrey gym! Thanks for your support!!

Today's edition of "The Bulldog Bulletin" focuses on the five students who participated in the Track Special Olympics in Spirit Lake! Learn more about their successes by click the link- www.algona.k12.ia.us/track_special_olympics

Attention parents of the Junior Class:

Please join us for Financial Aid Night on April 20 at 6:00 PM in the Wilcox PAC.

Staff will provide a detailed walkthrough of the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to help you prepare for the upcoming college application cycle. You will learn about required documentation, key deadlines, and tips for maximizing your student’s aid.

Getting an early start is the best way to reduce stress during senior year. We hope to see you there.

Please contact the guidance office with any questions.

📣 Announcement: Kindergarten & Transitional Kindergarten Sign-up!

Bertha Godfrey Elementary is excited to welcome a new group of learners! Sign-up for Kindergarten and Transitional Kindergarten for Fall 2026 at Algona Community School opens on April 27th at 8:00 a.m.

Getting started is simple—just visit the Algona Community School website and click on Bertha Godfrey Elementary to access the online sign-up forms.

Give your child a great start in a supportive and engaging learning environment. We look forward to meeting you and your family!

Experience A Taste of Ireland!

Algona, get ready! The World Champions of Irish dance are bringing the magic of A Taste of Ireland to Algona for one night only!

Fresh off an acclaimed Off- Broadway season, this high-energy production stars performers from Riverdance and Lord of the Dance, delivering a night of electrifying footwork, heart-stirring music, and breathtaking storytelling.

🎟️ One Show Only–Don’t Miss Out!
🎼 Wilcox Performing Arts Center
🕖 Friday, June 12, 7:00 PM
🎫 Tickets Selling Fast–Book Now!

Ticket Link- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-taste-of-ireland-the-irish-music-dance-sensation-tickets-1984804978119?aff=oddtdtcreator

Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress (ISASPs) start this week! Be sure to offer encouraging words as they leave you for the day. Let them go into the week excited, energetic, and full of confidence!!

Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress (ISASPs) are coming up soon. Sleep and nutrition can have a huge impact on your child’s ability to focus and retain information. One of the most helpful things parents and adults can do is focus on supporting these basic needs. Well-balanced meals and a regular and consistent sleep schedule can really help your child succeed in the classroom everyday but especially during the times of state testing. On test days, it is vitally important to make sure your child gets a good night’s sleep and begins the day full of energy. Drinking water in the morning is a great way to start the day and can remind students to bring a water bottle to school to stay hydrated and alert throughout the testing sessions.

The Girls Track Meet at Eagle Grove for this evening has been canceled.

Mark your calendars for the AMS Color Run on May 1st! See the graphic or PDF for more information!
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The Board of Directors will conduct a public hearing on the proposed 26/27 school budget on April 13 at 5:30 PM in the AHS Boardroom. At the hearing, any resident or taxpayer may present objections to, or arguments in favor of, any part of the proposed budget. A summary of the revenues and expenditures can be found by clicking the link below.
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Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress (ISASPs) are coming up soon. Some students can become anxious in the weeks or days before testing but a little encouragement from adults around them can go a long way in helping students walk into testing days feeling confident. Confidence can have a huge effect on how students perform. Ask your child what they are doing in class and how confident they feel about their work. Offer praise to your child when they feel confident and encourage them to continue to be excited about their success with new concepts or skills. Similarly, if your child is telling you they are struggling with a concept, topic, or skills, point out the progress they are making and positively encourage them to continue working—never give up on your learning!

The HS Boys track meet at Eagle Grove and the HS Girls track meet at Clear Lake are both canceled for tomorrow due to the predicted weather.