Our 7th graders got hands-on with chemical engineering this week!
On Day 1, they explored different substances, tested reactions, and made detailed observations. On Day 2, they put their knowledge to the test—combining ingredients in creative ways to design their very own bouncy balls! 🧪⚗️
This lab was the perfect mix of curiosity, problem-solving, and fun. Way to go, future engineers! 👏✨
On Day 1, they explored different substances, tested reactions, and made detailed observations. On Day 2, they put their knowledge to the test—combining ingredients in creative ways to design their very own bouncy balls! 🧪⚗️
This lab was the perfect mix of curiosity, problem-solving, and fun. Way to go, future engineers! 👏✨
Yesterday, Trooper Travis from the Michigan State Police visited Mrs. Dennis’ classes to give an exciting career presentation. Students learned about law enforcement, public safety, and what it takes to serve the community.
Thank you, Trooper Travis, for sharing your time and expertise with our Panthers! 🐾
Thank you, Trooper Travis, for sharing your time and expertise with our Panthers! 🐾
A Peak into the start of the year:
Middle school basketball results from Essexville (Cramer MS)
7th grade won 23-20
8th grade won 44-13
We Are Alma! 🐾🧡🖤
We’re looking forward to cheering on our Panthers this Friday! With the beautiful weather we are having, it’s sure to be an amazing night. Come out and show your Panther Pride!
As a reminder, please review and follow the policies regarding student attendance at the event. Our goal is to ensure everyone enjoys a fun and safe time at both the parade and the game.
As a reminder, please review and follow the policies regarding student attendance at the event. Our goal is to ensure everyone enjoys a fun and safe time at both the parade and the game.
Our students showed their spirit by representing their favorite teams and bands today. From jerseys to concert tees, it was great to see all the pride and personality on display! 🧡🐾🖤🏈
Tomorrow is COLOR WARS!! 6th graders wears BLUE, 7th graders wear GREEN, 8th graders wear RED!!🔴🟢🔵
Tomorrow is COLOR WARS!! 6th graders wears BLUE, 7th graders wear GREEN, 8th graders wear RED!!🔴🟢🔵
This Friday, October 3rd, Student Council is hosting a fundraiser! For just $1, students can bring their device to lunch and enjoy some extra fun while supporting a great cause. Don’t forget your dollar! 💵
Tomorrow is Fan Favorite Day!! Wear your favorite sports team, band, artist, etc .
Middle school basketball results:
Home vs. Ithaca
7th grade lost 14-32
8th grade lost 34-48
#WEAREMA🏀🧡🖤
At APS, we believe that every student matters and every day matters!
Our School Board Policy 5301 requires us to notify families if a student is absent more than 10% of school days. Attendance is first checked after the first 20 days of school, and then again at the end of each trimester.
This year, after the first 20 days, we saw a small increase in the percentage of students who have missed more than 10% of days (22.9% in 2024 compared to 23.5% this year).
We are committed to working alongside families to support positive daily attendance, because being at school every day helps students learn, grow, and succeed!
Tomorrow kicks off Homecoming Spirit Week with PAJAMA DAY!!
In Mr. Steffes' class, they've been doing an escape room, with the hidden location to make it back to safety being Hawaii. When they went to the desk with a map of Hawaii on it, most students kept looking at the map confused, missing the paper that said safety pointing to their desk, which lead to lots of laughs.
At DLPMS, we're using the Zones of Regulation to help students better understand and manage their emotions. 💬💡
The Zones are four easy-to-understand colors that represent different emotional states:
🔵 Blue Zone – Sad, tired, sick, or bored
🟢 Green Zone – Calm, focused, ready to learn
🟡 Yellow Zone – Frustrated, nervous, silly, excited
🔴 Red Zone – Angry, out of control, extremely upset
Students learn that all emotions are okay – the goal is to recognize how they're feeling and use tools to help them get back to the zone that’s best for learning. It's all about emotional awareness, self-regulation, and building lifelong coping skills! 💪🧠
Let’s work together to support our students as they grow emotionally and socially!
Today was the first day that students were able to check in on our Zones of Regulation wall!
The Zones are four easy-to-understand colors that represent different emotional states:
🔵 Blue Zone – Sad, tired, sick, or bored
🟢 Green Zone – Calm, focused, ready to learn
🟡 Yellow Zone – Frustrated, nervous, silly, excited
🔴 Red Zone – Angry, out of control, extremely upset
Students learn that all emotions are okay – the goal is to recognize how they're feeling and use tools to help them get back to the zone that’s best for learning. It's all about emotional awareness, self-regulation, and building lifelong coping skills! 💪🧠
Let’s work together to support our students as they grow emotionally and socially!
Today was the first day that students were able to check in on our Zones of Regulation wall!
We heard you, and we altered our plans for our PTC Night to reflect the valuable feedback you provided. Thank you so much!
Did you know? 🐾🍕
Survey results are in, a HUGE thank you for all who took the time to fill it out. We appreciate your input!
ALMA 2 DC students spent the day at the Museum of the United States Army, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, and the Smithsonian Museums of American History and Natural History. The students had the opportunity to hear the story from a Holocaust survivor. The evening will be spent touring some of the famous memorials in the city.
We want to also send a huge thank you to Schnepp Senior Care and Rehab Center for sponsoring the orange T-shirts for all of our travelers! We really appreciate it!
We want to also send a huge thank you to Schnepp Senior Care and Rehab Center for sponsoring the orange T-shirts for all of our travelers! We really appreciate it!
HoCo Week '25:
Hello from Washington, D.C.! 🇺🇸 Our 8th graders are off to an unforgettable start at the Jefferson Memorial.🐾
🎶 One minute it was a normal Wednesday... then Cotton-Eyed Joe hit the speakers and the 8th grade dance party was ON! 💃🕺
Even better? Their former principal made a surprise visit and jumped right in! 👏
Even better? Their former principal made a surprise visit and jumped right in! 👏
