Last week the 3rd graders enjoyed the annual Farm Safety Day which is sponsored by the Kossuth County Extension. Enjoy this highlight video! https://youtu.be/76KYTpjFdew
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The Middle School Cross Country team had a great performance at their first meet in Estherville. The boys finished 3rd. The girls finished 2nd.
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This year marks the 77th Annual Band Day Festival in Algona. This annual tradition wouldn't be possible without a lot of volunteers to make it happen. Below is the link to the volunteer sign up. Please give whatever time you can. There are plenty of shifts and all sorts of opportunities to help.
The 1925 Championship Football team was honored last week at the Wall of Fame Ceremony. Take a moment and read Greg Stewart's speech to learn more about this remarkable team! https://www.algona.k12.ia.us/article/2405951
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Reminder- school picture day is this week!
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The Wall of Fame committee is pleased to announce that they will be including a “Historical” inductee for upcoming years. The first inductee in this category will be the 1925 State Championship football team! This Fall will be the 100th Anniversary of this great AHS Team. The Bulldogs boasted several players who were listed on various All State teams, led by future Hawkeye and Chicago Bear player, and Boston College Head Coach Denny Meyer. The powerful bulldog team outscored their opponents that season 235 - 23! Ladies and gentlemen please welcome to the AHS Wall of Fame, the 1925 State Championship Football Team!
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The City of Algona and ACSD want all students to be safe when traveling to and from school! We hope you will take a moment to review these safety guidelines with children who walk to school. English PDF- https://5il.co/3p85a Spanish PDF- https://5il.co/3p860
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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.
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Please see the graphic or PDF for information regarding the fall session of driver's ed through Drivewise. PDF- https://5il.co/3p62w
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The Middle School Cross Country team had fun in practice this week playing Garbage Ball!
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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!
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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.
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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! PDF- https://5il.co/3p3v9
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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!
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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.
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We are always grateful when local businesses want to give back to the schools in our community! Check out the newest promotion by Scooters! PDF- https://5il.co/3p1o1
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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!
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! PDF- https://5il.co/3owet
