Algona Middle School

Today's "Classroom Spotlight" visits Mrs. Bauer's 8th grade ELA classes where they are studying & reenacting Shakespeare! Learn more by viewing the graphics or PDF. English & Spanish PDF- https://5il.co/3ea0d

AMS held an assembly to promote their upcoming Color Run on May 2nd. View the video to see all the fun and follow the link to register! https://youtu.be/xXDHfDI--8k https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScfgtwpPFtYxl_babEHMhlpTcrgHevgvv_KgCz3Nibd4u3uJA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Today the food service served an Easter lunch, with baked ham, scalloped potatoes, roasted broccoli, fresh fruits & veggies and a fruited jello cup! Thank you to our food service program for your continued work for our students! Remember, you can always find what's on the menu at https://www.algona.k12.ia.us/page/menus-and-nutrition

Today's "Classroom Spotlight" showcases the Kindergarteners visit to the 5th graders! English & Spanish PDF-https://5il.co/3dd15

Please check the PDF or graphic for the dates & times for summer strength training for incoming grades 7-12. Parents, please check your email for more specifics & to sign up. This year, athlete's must sign up for a preferred weight training time. PDF- https://5il.co/3d5rp

Check out one of the new menu items for the MS/HS today, Turkey Piegga!

Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress (ISASPs) are here! 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!!

Reminder- 6th Grade Parents- please see the included letter from Activities Director Andy Jacobson regarding an upcoming meeting to help with future activities scheduling. PDF- https://5il.co/3cb7l

Today is National School Librarian Appreciation Day! Let's celebrate our school librarian, Mrs. Welle and her support staff who are the unsung heroes of education, fostering a love of learning and providing vital resources to students and staff.

6th Grade Parents- please see the included letter from Activities Director Andy Jacobson regarding an upcoming meeting to help with future activities scheduling. PDF- https://5il.co/3cb7l

Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! We are so grateful for the invaluable support and positive impact you bring to our school. Your dedication and passion are truly appreciated! #ParaprofessionalAppreciationDay #AppreciateOurParas

Congratulations to the 5th Graders on their DARE Graduation last week! Also, thank you to law enforcement for your role in this program! More pictures- https://www.algona.k12.ia.us/documents/communications/dare-ceremony/781792

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.

Advisory Board/Wellness Committee Meeting (Open to all) March 31, 2025 @ 4:00pm in the High School Library The purpose of the Advisory Board is to give feedback in regards to the Food Service Management Company (Taher). The purpose of the Wellness Committee is to provide a progress report in regards to how well the District is complying with the mandates of the School Board approved Wellness Policy.

Bound has made changes to their app and families are NO LONGER able to upload documents or register students directly through the app. Please use your web browser and visit www.gobound.com/ia/schools/algona for activity registration & uploading documents.

Last call to sign up for the spring session of driver's ed. through DriveWise. See the PDF or graphic for more information. PDF- https://5il.co/3bd8d

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!

Check out the newest episode of “Algona Schools Today,” hosted by Mr. Carter and produced by our AHS Broadcasting team! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SAQxgO_0RHI

Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress (ISASPs) are coming up soon. Each building works to make a schedule for times to test while trying to not disrupt the normal school schedule. Please prioritize attendance during the days of testing. Completing make-up tests in different locations and at different times from peers is not the best setting for students to show what they know. Try to not schedule appointments or activities for days when your child(ren) will be testing. Lucia Wallace- In the mornings of April 7th, April 8th, April 9th, and April 10th Middle School- 8:15-10:15 the week of April 8th-April 15th High School- First 90 min of the day on April 8th, April 11th, and April 15th https://youtu.be/M7mwSGbp1_M

The Algona Wrestling State Duals Champs webstore is now open: https://stores.teamelitesports.com/algona_wrestling/shop/home Store Close: 3/17 Orders Back: 4/3