Lucia Wallace Elementary

A huge thank you to the unsung heroes of our schools—the substitute teachers! You step in at a moment's notice, keep our classrooms running smoothly, and ensure our students' learning never misses a beat. Thank you for being a part of the ACSD!

Thanksgiving is near--Let the Algona Schools Vocal & Instrumental Promotors-VIPS Help you this year with a Fareway Meat & Cheese Tray ...

Purchase one for yourself, your office, and you can Pay it Forward to a local non-profit or nursing home. We offer Business Deliveries Too!!!

Order Here-Limited Quantities-Get your ASAP!! DEADLINE TO ORDER IS NOVEMBER 19th. The Link to order: https://forms.gle/RZYdQwTnDaiktuFN7

Pick Up Tuesday, November 25th or Wednesday, November 26th from 5:30-6:30PM at the High School Commons. Deliveries same days during work hours.

PDF- https://aptg.co/Mx6QB4

The Middle School Student Council is organizing Operation Gratitude to support our service members this Christmas. We’re putting together care packages and cards to send overseas.

If you’re able to help, we’re in need of the following supplies:
- Large baggies (for packaging cards and gifts)
- Unused Christmas cards
- Christmas-themed scrapbook paper

Donations can be dropped off at the middle school office by Monday 17th. Thank you for helping us spread some holiday cheer to those serving our country!

In recognition of World Kindness Day on November 13th, we would like to spread a little kindness in our community and support the Kossuth County Pantry and the Bark Food Pantry. We’d like to
collect non-perishable items until November 21 . Some items will go to the Stuff the Trailer event on the 14th and some will be delivered to the bark pantry on the 21st.

Please consider donating to these worthy causes that contribute immensely to our community each and every day.
-- Personal hygiene items
-- Canned fruit and vegetables
-- Hamburger Helper
-- Cereal
-- Ramen Noodles
-- Juice
-- Breakfast bars

The 4th graders at Lucia Wallace recently celebrated a culmination of their unit on the Middle Ages. View the video to learn more!
https://youtu.be/eYKGn6aaPYY

The Wilcox PAC is looking to hire additional Technical Staff to work events. Prior experience on soundboards or lighting consoles appreciated by not required. Please see the PDF for more details.
PDF- https://aptg.co/cHF1-T

Huge thanks to Mrs. Will!! October 30th was her last day subbing at AHS after 20 years of substitute teaching (after retiring from her many years of teaching at the elementary level). The years Mrs. Will has poured into education at Algona Community School District is amazing! She has influenced many students and shared her love of education with all! Thanks Mrs. Will!

Reminder- there is NO SCHOOL on Friday, October 31st!

Menus for November are now available at https://www.algona.k12.ia.us/page/menus-and-nutrition

Subject: Update on Today’s School Closure

Dear Students and Families,

Earlier today, the Algona Community School District was temporarily closed out of an abundance of caution due to a reported bomb threat. The Algona Police Department and the Kossuth County Sheriff’s Office were immediately contacted and responded promptly to ensure the safety of everyone on campus.

After a thorough physical investigation, including K-9 units, law enforcement determined the threat was not credible. We are incredibly grateful for the swift and professional response of our local law enforcement agencies and for the cooperation of our students and staff throughout the day.

While classes are canceled for the remainder of the day, evening, and weekend activities will resume as usual, including our Varsity Football game and the previously scheduled Back the Blue Event. Classes will resume as usual on Monday morning.

We recognize that situations like this can cause concern or anxiety. If you or your student needs support, please don’t hesitate to reach out to building administrators, building counselors, or Seasons staff located in our buildings.

Safety remains our top priority, and we will continue to work closely with law enforcement to maintain a secure and supportive environment for all students and staff.

Today the Algona CSD received a threat that of an explosive in our buildings. We have been working with the Kossuth County Sheriff's Department and the Algona Police Department to ensure the safety of our buildings by following our regular safety protocols. We have learned through working with state and federal authorities that this is a threat that has been made in other places throughout the nation. We will make a further announcements on this evenings events after noon.

The Algona CSD is going to cancel school for today (Oct 24).

"Freaky Friday: The Musical" opens next weekend! Shows are Nov. 1 at 7:00pm and Nov. 2 at 2:00pm. Tickets are $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for students, available at the door.

If your child is already at school, please come pick them up immediately.

The Algona Community School District will be 2 hrs late today (Oct 24) due to building security. All building are on lock down until further notice.

Parent-Teacher Conferences for grades K-8 are next week.
Elementary families can sign up at https://www.myconferencetime.com/algona/
There are 1 hour early outs on Monday, Oct. 27 & Thursday, Oct 30 and NO SCHOOL on Friday, Oct. 31.

McTeacher Night was a big success! Learn more by reading the Newsletter
https://algonacsdia.edurooms.com/engage/algona-community-school-district/newsletters/mcteacher-night

McTeacher Night is TONIGHT at the Algona McDonald's! The event takes place from 5:00-7:00pm and proceeds will help support the Algona Elementary Schools! Teachers will be helping serve!

Reminder- there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, October 13 due to Staff Development.