Heitland was a longtime fixture on the Bulldog sidelines and Track during his tenure in Algona. During his career he led four teams to the playoffs in football and seven NCC Championships in Track and Field including 6 straight from 1996 to 2001. In 1993, Heitland led the Bulldogs to a State Class 3A State Championship in Track and Field. Heitland also served at the state level as President for the Iowa Football Coaches Association and was selected to coach the Iowa Shrine Bowl North squad.
Please see the graphic or PDF for information regarding the fall session of driver's ed through Drivewise.
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The Middle School Cross Country team had fun in practice this week playing Garbage Ball!
The next inductee for the 2025 Wall of Fame is the 1972 State Wrestling Champions! The 1972 State title team consisted of Scott Buchanan, Gene Hunt, Paul Martin, Randy Nielsen, Managers Mike Koob and Cal Carson, Head Coach Dale Bahr and Assistant Coach Ron TerHark. The Bulldogs came out on top in a State Tournament dominated by the North Central Conference, besting Runner-Up Clarion by 2.5 points. They were closely followed by Humboldt and Eagle Grove in 3rd and 4th respectively. This was the third state title in four years for Algona!
Our next Wall of Fame Inductee for 2025 is John Strohman. Strohman was an outstanding wrestler for the Bulldogs from 1977-1980, finishing his career with an impressive 113 - 5 record! It is interesting to note that his only losses came in the NCC Championship match as a freshman and at the State Tournament. He was a 3 time NCC Champion, 2 time State Runner-up and 2 time State 3rd place finisher.
Our "New Teacher Feature" today visits Bryant Elementary and new 1st grade teacher Mrs. Pam Aitchison! You can learn more about her by viewing the graphic or PDF!
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This Friday is the home opener for Algona Football vs. Kuemper Catholic! The 2025 Wall of Fame Inductees will be announced prior to the game as well!
This Friday will be the annual Wall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Each day this week we will be highlighting a different recipient. Today we honor Eric Doster! Eric Doster was a standout performer for the Bulldogs in the late 90’s. Doster turned in a stellar performance at the 1999 State Tournament, ending as the leading scorer of the tournament, earning recognition as a member of the Class 3A All-Tournament Team and out dueling future NBA star Kyle Korver in the first round upset of Pella. Doster went on to play for four years at Winona State University.
We are always grateful when local businesses want to give back to the schools in our community! Check out the newest promotion by Scooters!
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AMS is holding their fall fundraiser and are selling high quality garbage bags! You can order from any middle school student. Orders are accepted through September 16. See the graphics or PDF's for more information!
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Spanish PDF- https://5il.co/3p0qu
School attendance is a team effort! When students are in class, they thrive. We know appointments and sickness happen, so please remember to contact your building's office to report any absence. Thanks for being our partner in your child's education!
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We've had a great first week of school! Please enjoy this highlight video!
https://youtu.be/dwmUXTSQSfY
https://youtu.be/dwmUXTSQSfY
Bulldog Fans heading to Spirit Lake tonight - Spirit Lake has cashless tickets - pay by card or get your tickets in advance here: https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/algona/tickets Go Bulldogs!
Early Dismissal times for tomorrow, August 29-
- Elementary- 2:15pm
- Middle School- 2:30pm
- High School- 2:35pm
- Elementary- 2:15pm
- Middle School- 2:30pm
- High School- 2:35pm
School-based therapy provides the same quality of care as office-based therapy, just in a more convenient setting for your child. Learn more about the program through Seasons Center for Behavioral Health by viewing the graphics or PDF.
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Reminder- there will be an early dismissal on Friday, August 29 and No School on Monday, September 1st in observance of Labor Day.
Our next entry is our "New Teacher Feature" is Mrs. Shannon Stuecker! She will be teaching 4th grade. Learn more by viewing the graphic or PDF.
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The next entry in our "New Teacher Feature" series is Mrs. Justine Hellman! She will be teaching art at AHS. You can learn more by viewing the graphic or PDF!
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Volleyball and Football Scrimmages tonight vs West Hancock - VB @ 5pm and FB @ 7pm. Admission is a donation of your favorite sports drinks. Go Bulldogs!
Learn more about our food service partner, Taher, and the offerings available this school year!
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