Algona Families --
Around Noon today, we received a call that Garrigan had received a possible threat to school safety. After speaking with our law enforcement, we have decided to place our school buildings on shelter-in-place while our authorities work with the FBI to assess the credibility of the threat. At the same time, our authorities decided to deploy a police presence at all of our school buildings and the Bishop Garrigan buildings. Later in the afternoon, after multiple communications with our local police department, it was determined that it was safe to dismiss students as usual and lift the shelter-in-place.
Thank you all for your patience in working through this situation. We work directly with our authorities in these situations to keep our buildings, students, and staff safe. We also work with the same people to communicate effectively with our families and communities. I am grateful for our relationship and how well they help us through these types of events.
Today, we had to ask our parents to stay away and NOT come to our school buildings. I know that can create a lot of anxiety and nerves, but it allows everyone to safely do their jobs in these critical moments. All of you were great, thank you so much for helping us out! We will always communicate with you as quickly as we can, and with as much information as possible.
Around Noon today, we received a call that Garrigan had received a possible threat to school safety. After speaking with our law enforcement, we have decided to place our school buildings on shelter-in-place while our authorities work with the FBI to assess the credibility of the threat. At the same time, our authorities decided to deploy a police presence at all of our school buildings and the Bishop Garrigan buildings. Later in the afternoon, after multiple communications with our local police department, it was determined that it was safe to dismiss students as usual and lift the shelter-in-place.
Thank you all for your patience in working through this situation. We work directly with our authorities in these situations to keep our buildings, students, and staff safe. We also work with the same people to communicate effectively with our families and communities. I am grateful for our relationship and how well they help us through these types of events.
Today, we had to ask our parents to stay away and NOT come to our school buildings. I know that can create a lot of anxiety and nerves, but it allows everyone to safely do their jobs in these critical moments. All of you were great, thank you so much for helping us out! We will always communicate with you as quickly as we can, and with as much information as possible.
The last day of school will be Wednesday, May 20th! Elementaries will dismiss at 11:15 with AMS & AHS dismissing at 11:30. Lunch will not be served that day.
It's the last week of school for the Class of 2026! Commencement will be held on Sunday, May 17th in the AHS Gym at 2:00 PM. It will also be live streamed on the AHS Broadcasting YouTube channel.
https://youtube.com/@ahsbroadcasting?si=VoC7FFH_XeJiIDWq
https://youtube.com/@ahsbroadcasting?si=VoC7FFH_XeJiIDWq
Algona is hosting the IHSMA Large Group Festival this evening! Area bands & choirs will be performing in the Wilcox PAC and AHS gym, respectively. You can still help too!
AHS Choir Performance- 8:05 PM
AHS Band Performance- 9:15 PM
Cost: Adults- $12 | Senior Citizens- $7 | K-12- $5 (cash or card)
Festival Help- https://signup.com/go/KPnyCSz
Concession Help- https://signup.com/go/TWTkfRo
AHS Choir Performance- 8:05 PM
AHS Band Performance- 9:15 PM
Cost: Adults- $12 | Senior Citizens- $7 | K-12- $5 (cash or card)
Festival Help- https://signup.com/go/KPnyCSz
Concession Help- https://signup.com/go/TWTkfRo
It's Teacher Appreciation Week! Preparing the next generation of leaders! This week, we celebrate our AHS educators for their tireless work in classrooms, labs, and on the field. Thank you for helping our 9th–12th graders find their voices and chase their futures.
Decision Day at AHS!
From college campuses to the workforce, check out this slideshow of our Seniors and their post-graduation plans. We are so proud of the Class of 2026!
Watch here: https://youtu.be/xJrEYRqY0pI
From college campuses to the workforce, check out this slideshow of our Seniors and their post-graduation plans. We are so proud of the Class of 2026!
Watch here: https://youtu.be/xJrEYRqY0pI
🔥 NEW DESIGN DROP IS HERE! 🔥
The Algona Bulldog Paw Club Store just leveled up 🐾❤️🖤
From cozy hoodies and sweatshirts to shorts, tees, bags, and even garden flags — we’ve got everything you need to show off your Bulldog pride in style!
✨ Fresh look. Same pride.
🛒 Shop online now! https://bulldog-paw-club.square.site/
Don’t wait… grab your favorites today!
Questions? Contact Jackie Warden at pto@algona.k12.ia.us
The Algona Bulldog Paw Club Store just leveled up 🐾❤️🖤
From cozy hoodies and sweatshirts to shorts, tees, bags, and even garden flags — we’ve got everything you need to show off your Bulldog pride in style!
✨ Fresh look. Same pride.
🛒 Shop online now! https://bulldog-paw-club.square.site/
Don’t wait… grab your favorites today!
Questions? Contact Jackie Warden at pto@algona.k12.ia.us
AHS Football Cheer tryouts are happening soon! Tryouts will be May 18 & 19 from 3:45-6:00pm in the AHS gym. All incoming 9-12 graders are eligible. Please contact Coach Michelle Penning with questions or conflicts!
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!
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!
PDF- https://aptg.co/ygCJBk
PDF- https://aptg.co/ygCJBk
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
You can view their artwork at https://simplebooklet.com/algonaartshows
Attention parents of the Junior Class:
Please join us for Financial Aid Night tonight 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.
AHS Parent/Teacher Conferences are tonight from 4:00-5:30 & 6:00-7:30pm. Conferences will be held in teacher's classrooms.
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.
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.
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.
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.
PDF- https://aptg.co/L3lhVH
PDF- https://aptg.co/L3lhVH
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!
