Algona High School

Community Sale- selling equipment & furnishings from Lu Verne Elementary Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024, 9am-5pm See the graphic or PDF for more information. View PDF- https://5il.co/2bmtg

School starts back tomorrow, January 3rd! We can't wait to see you all!

One of the last activities that took place before we left for holiday break was cookie decorating for 3rd & 4th graders. This event was led by student members of FCCLA. It was both fun and delicious!

Happy New Year from the ACSD!

Orders are due tomorrow! On January 19, 2024 - the NCC schools will be partnering to raise funds to support the fight against cancer. All proceeds from the T-shirt sales will be donated to the American Cancer Society. Shirts can be ordered through this link: https://cancer-awareness.itemorder.com/shop/home/ When checking out, please select which school district you belong to and the shirts will be delivered there. Order deadline is Dec. 28. Algona will host Webster City on 1/19 for a pink out game.

Merry Christmas from the ACSD!

Thank you to the members of the AHS music department who performed some Christmas carols in the AHS commons this morning! https://youtu.be/xUxL0hs8viY

Here is your reminder (as if you needed one!) that ACSD will have a one hour early dismissal on Friday, Dec. 22nd and Winter Break will go from 12/23/23-1/2/24. School resumes on January 3rd!

On January 19, 2024 - the NCC schools will be partnering to raise funds to support the fight against cancer. All proceeds from the T-shirt sales will be donated to the American Cancer Society. Shirts can be ordered through this link: https://cancer-awareness.itemorder.com/shop/home/ When checking out, please select which school district you belong to and the shirts will be delivered there. Order deadline is Dec. 28. Algona will host Webster City on 1/19 for a pink out game.

ACSD has multiple openings currently available. You can always find the most accurate list of openings & how to apply at www.algona.k12.ia.us/page/employment. See the graphic or the link to the PDF for our current openings. View PDF- https://5il.co/2b2vz

Join Ballet Des Moines and the Haggard-Twogood Charitable Trust for the quintessential holiday tradition, The Nutcracker. This glittering professional production follows the magical story of Clara, her Nutcracker and their extraordinary journey. Witness the wonder of the season as the professional dancers of Ballet Des Moines perform this beloved ballet, alongside 37 of the area's most ambitious local dancers, ranging in age from 5 to 15. There will be two performances: Wednesday, December 20 and Thursday, December 21. Both performances will be at 6:30 p.m. at the Wilcox Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $25 and all seats are General Admission. Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance at Bloom Floral, Algona Publishing or on the Eventbrite website at The-Nutcracker-Algona.eventbrite.com.

Thank you to our Algona Hy-Vee for their “Sacks for Sacks” program, where they donated to the Kossuth County Food Pantry for each sack from either AHS or BGHS!

Only two weeks left before we start Holiday break! There will be a 1 hour early out on Dec. 22 and there will be no school from December 23-January 2nd. Classes will resume on January 3rd.

The Nutcracker is coming back to Algona on Dec. 20 & 21st at 6:30pm! Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at Bloom Floral, Algona Publishing and at online at The-Nutcracker-Algona.eventbrite.com There are many area students dancing along with the Des Moines Ballet!

On November 30 & December 1, the AHS Dance Team performed for the Iowa State Dance and Drill Team Association's State Championships. They placed 4th in both their Pom & Kick routines! Over 5000 dancers performed over the course of the weekend. You can view their performance below! PDF-https://5il.co/2al0q Kick Routine- https://youtu.be/GFuZnQvA3e4 Pom Routine- https://youtu.be/ybKwZMasHkg

Please see the graphics or links to the PDF's for two opportunities through the Kossuth County Extension office! They are offering a Babysitting Clinic (grades 5-8) and a Santa's Elves Workshop (grades 4-12). Babysitting Clinic Flyer- https://5il.co/2akyz Santa’s Elves Workshop- https://5il.co/2akz0

A book drive is taking place during the BGHS vs. Algona basketball games on December 16th. Please see the graphic or click the link to the PDF to learn more! View PDF- https://5il.co/2ak66

REMINDER! Tonight is the AHS Holiday Concert at 7:30pm in the Wilcox PAC!

🚨🚨 Our Holiday web store is now open!!!! 🚨🚨 Visit our online store to get your Algona Bulldog Paw Club Holiday Gear! Shop now to get gifts for that special Bullpup in your life!! 🐾 Click here to shop the online store - https://stores.teamelitesports.com/algona_elementary/shop/home 🐾 Store Closes on 12/06 🐾 Orders will be in on 12/20 🐾 Questions? Contact Jackie at jackie.rogerson@algona.k12.ia.us

Congratulations to Coach Andy Jacobson for receiving the Iowa High School Athletic Association Certificate of Appreciation! A well deserved recognition!