At the end of each school year, the staff meets to celebrate important milestones for their fellow colleagues.
** Dianna Haynes was awarded the "Class of '79 Teacher of the Year Award"
** We celebrated 10 retirees!- Steve Young, Brian Connick, Cari Connick, Colleen Bowman, Jon Heuser, Diane Goodman, Sheila Stecker, Karla Kenne, Mike Elsbecker and Mike Weir (not present)
**The ACSD awards Golden Apples to staff members with 25 years of service. This year's Golden Apple award recipients were Kelly Gisch, Missy Krieps, and James Rotert.
** Dianna Haynes was awarded the "Class of '79 Teacher of the Year Award"
** We celebrated 10 retirees!- Steve Young, Brian Connick, Cari Connick, Colleen Bowman, Jon Heuser, Diane Goodman, Sheila Stecker, Karla Kenne, Mike Elsbecker and Mike Weir (not present)
**The ACSD awards Golden Apples to staff members with 25 years of service. This year's Golden Apple award recipients were Kelly Gisch, Missy Krieps, and James Rotert.
Today, Algona Community School District pauses to remember and honor the men & women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Our schools/offices are closed today as we reflect on the freedoms we are privileged to enjoy.
Two of our Algona Bands had the opportunity to perform at the Iowa Bandmasters Association Conference last week! Learn more about this accolade by reading today's edition of "The Bulldog Bulletin."
www.algona.k12.ia.us/bands_perform_at_iba
www.algona.k12.ia.us/bands_perform_at_iba
Thank you for a great school year everyone! Have a wonderful summer!
Tomorrow is the last day of school! Elementaries are dismissed at 11:15 and the MS/HS are dismissed at 11:30. No lunch will be served tomorrow. Have a great summer!
Please see the linked flyer for Summer Food Service Program information.
Location: Bryant Elementary, 120 East North St.
Dates: Monday, June 1st - Friday, July 24th
Meal distribution Information: Pick up 11am- 1pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays
*Bring a reusable bag or box from home to help carry the meals*
Monday distribution: meals for Tuesday & Wednesday
Wednesday distribution: meals for Thursday & Friday
Friday distribution: meals for Saturday, Sunday & Monday
Flyer- https://aptg.co/Bq89NL
Location: Bryant Elementary, 120 East North St.
Dates: Monday, June 1st - Friday, July 24th
Meal distribution Information: Pick up 11am- 1pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays
*Bring a reusable bag or box from home to help carry the meals*
Monday distribution: meals for Tuesday & Wednesday
Wednesday distribution: meals for Thursday & Friday
Friday distribution: meals for Saturday, Sunday & Monday
Flyer- https://aptg.co/Bq89NL
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.
Today's edition of "The Bulldog Bulletin" focuses on the 7/8th Grade Band who recently performed at Adventureland and earned Best in Class! Learn more by following the link- www.algona.k12.ia.us/ams_band_at_adventureland
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.
A friendly reminder that our AMS concert performance times are staggered tonight. The 5th grade band and 5th & 6th grade choirs will start at 6:00 PM. The 7/8th grade band and choir will begin at 7:30 PM. Both performances will be in the Wilcox PAC.
It's Teacher Appreciation Week and navigating the middle years takes a special kind of heart! Huge thanks to the AMS staff for guiding our 5th–8th graders through big transitions. You’re more than just teachers; you’re mentors, coaches, and champions for our students.
The AMS Color Run is THIS FRIDAY! See the graphic or PDF for more information!
Registration Link- https://forms.gle/VBLjmZFyTrWiENrU7
PDF- https://aptg.co/4JGx2D
🔥 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!
AMS Yearbooks are available for purchase! Cost is $15 (check or cash) and can be purchased in the office or look for a table in the commons in the mornings. Limited supply!
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
Mark your calendars for the AMS Color Run on May 1st! See the graphic or PDF for more information!
Registration Link- https://forms.gle/VBLjmZFyTrWiENrU7
PDF- https://aptg.co/4JGx2D
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.
