Today was the LAST day of Spring Break Camp! We had so much fun! Today was Color Wars day!

We made bracelets with colored beads, painted, finished building our robot Legos. In the afternoon we made oobleck, and other colored experiments and finished the day's activities with tie dying cinch sacs!
about 22 hours ago, Ernest Conerly
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Day 4 of Spring Break Camp: Wildlife Adventure! Students showcased their teamwork and artistic abilities while learning about animals and their habitats. It was a fun day filled with creativity, collaboration, and discovery.
1 day ago, Ernest Conerly
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Happy final days of Reading Month, Panthers! We hope you are having a great break -- and that you might enjoy a good book or 2 during your time off! 📖📚

4 days ago, Alma Public Schools
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Day One of Spring Break Camp was Explorer Day!

The kids worked as teams to use compasses and maps, they learned what items would sink or float, made binoculars, explorer hats, and maps! Next week kicks off with S'Mores Day! It's sure to be sweet!
7 days ago, Ernest Conerly
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Happy Spring Break! - Our Weekly Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/8nsuw
7 days ago, Ernest Conerly

Come on out this evening to Alma Elementary Parent -Teacher Organization annual carnival. Tonight from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Donald L. Pavlik Middle School. Bring the whole family for some fun, food and family!

9 days ago, Ernest Conerly
PTO Carnival

As part of March Reading Month, National Honor Society members went to our elementary schools and read to the students. They also donated their books to the classrooms.

14 days ago, Dan Falor
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Every day spent in the classroom makes a difference. Panthers know attendance matters.
14 days ago, Alma Public Schools
Attendance graphic about regular attendance improving academic perfomance
The Alma Elementary PTO organizes and funds so many amazing opportunities for our students. Their next special event is the Alma Elementary PTO Carnival! This awesome night of family fun is set for Wednesday, March 25 from 5 pm -7 pm at Alma’s Donald L. Pavlik Middle School. This free event is open to all Luce Road ECLC, Hillcrest Elementary and Pinecrest Elementary students and their families. Pizza, chips and bottled water will be available for purchase.

*** Of course, this event will take a lot of work! Our PTO would greatly appreciate your support. There are a couple ways you can get involved and help make a positive impact for our students. The PTO is still looking for volunteers for the 6 pm – 8 pm Carnival shift. Here is a link to volunteer: https://x.gldn.io/e/ttPEngCRt1b. You can also help out by making a donation. Here is a link to the PTO Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1JEUXBC5ODIT4?ref_=wl_share&fbclid=IwY2xjawQlZllleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBzRGhqWVVxcFdPY2ExT2x2c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqeqMpC8RV0Slo1f6ToUS9oRcke1lqts-v012Cp5rPJhoyvveB2E_FxJQuXl_aem_s-dTiWWEDXry7zTSEvH2sw. ***

We hope you might consider making a contribution or volunteering your time. Thank you!
17 days ago, Alma Public Schools
Carnival Flyer

Good Morning Luce Road Families,

Please see week 29 updates! Lots of great photos and information for the weeks ahead! Don't forget to nominated a Luce Road Staff member who has been making a impact on your family. Register for Spring Break Camp if you need childcare. https://app.smore.com/n/tz5nu

18 days ago, Ernest Conerly
Enrollment Night coming up!
21 days ago, John Helinski
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During Trimester 2, we saw some challenges with consistent attendance across the district. We know that winter illnesses played a big role in that, and we appreciate families doing their best during a tough season. As we move into Trimester 3 and leave the winter months behind, let’s work together to make regular attendance a priority. Being in school every day helps students stay connected, continue learning and finish the year strong!

Below you’ll see some of our Trimester 2 attendance data as we reflect and work toward even stronger attendance in Trimester 3. Thank you for partnering with us to support student success!
21 days ago, Alma Public Schools
AHS Tri 2 Data
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Elementary Tri 2 Data

Once again, APS will be participating in the MI Student Voice Perception Survey for all parents and staff, and for students in grades 5-12th only.
The MI Student Voice Perception Survey helps schools better understand students’ experiences in school. The survey asks students and parents about their sense of engagement, belonging, and social-emotional learning so their voices can help guide school and district improvement efforts. This feedback provides a broader picture of school quality and helps inform decisions about instruction, supports, and school environments beyond academic test scores.

The Parent Survey will be open from Monday, March 9th, through 4 pm on Friday, March 20th.

APS Flyer-https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KT0pLAIBBmEK7aizYHK63e0bOCliK0r0/view?usp=sharing

Link to Parent Survey-https://kentisd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bHhVYvohGGD4Q6O?D_Code=29010&ParentGuardianSurvey

25 days ago, John Helinski
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Good Day,

Please See the weekly update from Luce Road! Happy March is Reading and Women's History Month! Panther cub Press! https://app.smore.com/n/bacrkn

28 days ago, Ernest Conerly
Attendance matters at APS. Encourage your student to participate in the classroom by joining in and asking questions! When students are engaged, they show up!
28 days ago, Alma Public Schools
Attendance graphic about encouraging participation
Here is the current APS Aquatic Center schedule. Please note the extended hours on Tuesdays. We hope to see you at the pool!
about 1 month ago, Alma Public Schools
Updated APS pool schedule

Here are some a quick updates on our APS Aquatic Center facility:

- We are currently offering school-sponsored swim lessons for 2nd through 5th graders from 12:45 pm to 2:40 pm Monday through Thursday.

- The high school swim season has wrapped up so we are happy to provide additional swim time for community members. The Aquatic Center hours through April will be 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 3 pm to 4:30 pm.

- Finally, our water aerobics classes have switched from 9 am to 10 am Monday through Friday.

Please follow this link to complete the APS Pool Survey Interest form if you have not already. Your input is important and will help us improve upon our Aquatic Center facility and opportunities!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfX0MozSj1NOHXRBIlMHpHgyOiUwIO0PrarUqKgmVC2HNSIIA/viewform?usp=header

about 1 month ago, Alma Public Schools
Happy Read Across America Day! At APS, we think it’s always a great time to visit the library but today is especially perfect! Celebrate Read Across America Day with a good book!
about 1 month ago, Alma Public Schools
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Here is this week's newsletter! Have a great weekend!

https://app.smore.com/n/x1sa4
about 1 month ago, Ernest Conerly
If you have or know a student at Luce Road, Hillcrest or Pine Avenue Elementary, you are probably familiar with some of the awesome field trips and other special free or low-cost events our elementary schools offer. As much as our dedicated teaching staff love having your students in class, we know supplemental activities are fun and exciting for students, and APS is proud to provide these experiences. They would not be possible though without the hard work and generosity of each member of our Alma Elementary Parent Teacher Organization (AEPTO). 🏫✏️🍎📖

Thanks to the PTO, elementary students have been able to go on great trips to Forest Hill Nature Center, Mt. Pleasant Discovery Museum, Impressions 5 and even baseball games! The PTO also runs an annual Scholastic Book Fair, where up to 50% or the proceeds go back to the school’s library and media center. The schools are awarded “Scholastic Dollars” they can use to purchase classroom supplies too – whatever they need, from books to furniture! And once a month, the PTO brings in volunteers from Art Reach to teach students about a famous work of art! Along with all these amazing opportunities, the PTO hosts additional special events for students and their families like the upcoming carnival at Donald L. Pavlik Middle School (March 25 from 5 pm – 7 pm)!

Most of the funds for all these opportunities come from one big fundraiser – the spring Fun Run – which will take place this year on May 1. Here is a link to learn more about the AEPTO, including how you can get involved and help make a positive impact here at APS! https://www.almaelementarypto.org/
about 1 month ago, Alma Public Schools