Algona Middle School

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.

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.

This past Saturday was the first Holiday Baking Day sponsored by the AMS Family & Consumer Science program! Please view the graphics or the link to the PDF to learn more. View PDF-https://5il.co/2aooe

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!

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

The AMS Winter Concert is coming up on Monday, Dec. 11 at 7:00pm in the Wilcox PAC. This concert will feature our 5th, 6th and 7/8th grade concert bands!

🚨🚨 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

Reminder- there will be No School on Wednesday, Dec. 6 due to Staff Development.

With the arrival of colder weather, we want to remind all parents that children need to be dressed appropriately for the weather. Appropriate cold weather gear - Heavy coat - Hat - Gloves - Boots - Snow pants Please make sure that all clothing is marked with the child's name. Children are also reminded to put shoes in their book bag to wear while at school. Please help make sure your children are dressed for the varied weather conditions, so they can safely enjoy their outdoor time.

Happy Thanksgiving from ACSD!

REMINDER! There is a 1 hour early dismissal on Tuesday, Nov. 21 and No School Nov. 22-24.

The weather lately has been beautiful but we all know it won't last forever! All weather related announcements are done through our ACSD app. Make sure you have it downloaded and up to date! The app is available for Apple & Android!

Congratulations to Paul Kissinger, Brody Sudol and Kinsey Throne (alternate) for their selection into the All Iowa 8th Grade Honor Band!

If you missed today's Veteran's Day program, you can watch it on the AHS Broadcasting YouTube channel. Thank you to everyone who organized and participated in the event. We want to especially thank our Veterans! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfaWAAdyij4

The AMS Fall Vocal Concert will be Tuesday, November 14 at 7:00pm in the Wilcox PAC. The concert includes the 5th grade, 6th grade and 7/8th grade choirs. Please come and support a great group of performers!

The middle school will be presenting their annual Veteran's Day program on Friday, Nov. 10 at 9:30 in the Wilcox PAC. The AMS band and choir will be performing and a reception for the Veterans will follow in the lobby of the PAC. The community is invited to attend!

REMINDER! There is a 1 hour early dismissal today due to Parent/Teacher Conferences.

Reminder! The 2023 Fall Musical, "Catch Me if You Can," opens tonight at 7:00pm and will show again tomorrow, Sunday, Oct. 29, at 2:00pm. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students, all at the door. Come and support a great cast!

REMINDER- Tomorrow the Bulldog football team will travel to Sioux Center for the 1st Round of Playoffs. Tickets must be bought in advance here: https://www.iahsaa.org/tickets/ or they will have 1 credit/debit station at the gate (no cash sales).