Summer School 2020 Elementary: Alma will be offering summer school once again. This program will enable your child to gain skills in many different academic areas and have some fun while doing so! This program will run for four weeks, Monday – Thursday on the following dates: June 15-18 June 22-25 June 29-July 2 July 6-9 Kindergarten – 2nd grade... READ MORE >
Semester 2 Honor Roll is released. Congratulations to all our hard workers. #SmartIsCool #ProudToBeACardinal READ MORE >
Congratulations to Madison Schuller on being named as a recipient of the Western Nebraska Administrators Scholarship for use in the upcoming 2020-2021 school year. The WNA is a group of school administrators from across the Panhandle, West Central and Southwest Nebraska who advocate for public education in Nebraska. Each year they offer scholarships for the... READ MORE >
May 19 was the last day of the 2019-2020 school year and it was a bittersweet day. The year has been anything but normal, with the last 44 days of school being quiet. No students in the halls, teacher’s classrooms were dark, spring activities were silenced and the Class of 2020 will have a graduation that no one saw coming. We can reflect on all of the negative... READ MORE >
The following is more information about the events happening to honor the Class of 2020!! We are so proud of you! #ProudToBeACardinal READ MORE >
Alma Public School has decided to continue our Grab & Go Breakfast and Lunch beyond the school year. We will be serving the Grab & Go through Tuesday, June 30. We are excited to continue to provide this service to our students and community! See the following flyer for more details. Here is the link to sign up: https://forms.gle/B1NHZiPHwJsR... READ MORE >
Alma Public School is proud to announce Ethan Baker, son of Jared and Michelle Baker, is the recipient of the Delia Brugh Memorial and Humpert Memorial Scholarships presented by the Phelps County Community Foundation. Ethan plans to attend Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis, NE and study Diversified Agriculture/Agribusiness. READ MORE >
Because of the way we are ending the year we will be having check-out a little differently as well. I have made appointment times at this link (K-11 Check-out Appointments) for May 18-22. Times will be from 8 AM - 4 PM on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and from 9 AM - 6 PM on Tuesday and Thursday. Once you click on the link you will need to make sure your calendar... READ MORE >
Abigail Cervera and Daylan Russell received honorable mention awards by the Omaha World Herald All Academic Program for 2020. We commend them for their outstanding academic record throughout high school and wish them luck in their future endeavors. Abigail plans to attend Red Rocks College in Lakewood, Colorado and is the daughter of Chris Cervera and Cassie... READ MORE >
Alma Public School is pleased to announce that we have had 3 students awarded Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation scholarships. Each of these students has worked hard throughout high school and we are excited to see them receive such generous award! The scholarship recipients from Alma are: Bonnie Nelson, daughter of Angel and the late Scott Nelson, granddaughter... READ MORE >
This Friday, May 1, during our drop-off/pick-up for homework we will be giving everyone their last week of work. This is from 8 AM to 9 AM. The week of May 11-15 will be used to complete work that was not previously turned in. We will not be having a formal drop-off again until Friday, May 15, but you can use the red box outside the commons doors to turn items in.... READ MORE >
Dear Students, Parents and Patrons: Last night, the Governor issued a broad and statewide Directed Health Measure (DHM) to make it clear and direct that schools across Nebraska will not return to a normal status in the current school year. All school buildings in the state will remain closed and alternative education will continue. This has been the... READ MORE >
In order to make any necessary adjustments prior to new work being assigned or sent home next week we ask that you please fill out the following form by Wednesday, April 1. Here is the link to the form: https://forms.gle/SU7Wf5CPqdw5... Thank you for helping us make this process go as smoothly as possible for your student! READ MORE >
Just a reminder that our Grab & Go Breakfast and Lunch includes Alma students and their siblings under age 18. Meals must be signed up for each day, and the deadline to sign up is 1 PM for the next day's meal. Don't forget to get signed up for Monday by 1 PM tomorrow. You can fill out the form multiple times for the entire week or longer! No one will be monitoring... READ MORE >
Please see the following letters from Superintendent, Jon Davis, and Two Rivers Health Department regarding the closure and other important information. We appreciate everyone's flexibility during this time and want you to know we are here for you all! READ MORE >
Just a reminder that meals for the next day MUST be ordered by 1 PM so we can plan and get things ready to go. We want to serve as many people as we can, but we have to have a cutoff as well. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation with this! Grab & Go Breakfast and Lunch includes Alma students and their siblings under age 18. Here is the link to sign up... READ MORE >
School, and all activities associated with school, including state testing, are cancelled until further notice. These activities include field trips, athletic practices and competitions, and fine arts activities and competitions at all levels. There will be someone in the office, Monday through Thursday, from 9 AM to 3 PM to answer phone calls and check messages... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the Alma players who made all Conference. GIRLSAddison Neal and Carlee Stuhmer 2nd Team. Abby Cervera and Madison Schuller Honorable Mention. BOYSBurke Boehler 1st team and Isaac McCurdy 2nd Team. A full listing is in the attached document. READ MORE >
We have updated our Grab & Go Breakfast and Lunch to include Alma students and their siblings under age 18. Here is the link to sign up for food beginning on Monday, March 23: https://forms.gle/R7AFbekxdzzC... READ MORE >
Here is the link to sign up for food beginning on Monday, March 23: https://docs.google.com/forms/... READ MORE >
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Please refer to the following screenshot, and if you meet this criteria you can go to the following link to complete the survey: https://cip-dhhs.ne.gov/redcap... READ MORE >
Due to guidance from Two Rivers Health Department and Harlan County Sheriff's Department, Alma Public Schools will be dismissing students at 2 PM today, and will be closed for the remainder of the week. This closure is due to a large number of high school students who went on a ski trip to Summit County in Colorado. Additional information will be forthcoming on our... READ MORE >
Here is the latest news regarding Alma Public Schools and COVID-19. READ MORE >
Alma Public School is accepting applications to fill an open seat on the Alma Board of Education. Individuals interested in serving the remainder of a term that will expire in January 2023 can request an application from the Superintendent’s Office or by calling the school at 308-928-2131. Applicants must be a resident, registered legal voter of the Alma Public... READ MORE >
On February 20th, the Alma Lady Cardinals traveled to Sandy Creek to play the second round of subdistricts. The Alma Cardinals played the Franklin Flyers. In the first quarter, Carlee Stuhmer had a field goal and a three-pointer. Katy Prickett made a field goal. Abby Cervera made a field goal and three-pointer. Making the score at the end of the quarter 12- 9. In... READ MORE >
Burke Boehler scored a 3 pointer and 1 field goal. Nathan Hock scored a field goal and scored 1 for 2 from the line. Vince Ongtanco also scored 1 field goal. The boys scored a total of 10 points in the first quarter. The Northern Valley offense outscored the Cardinals 13-10 this quarter. In quarter 2 Boehler and Hock both scored 3 pointers and Tanner... READ MORE >
On February 19th, the Cardinal Speech Team traveled to Cambridge to compete in the conference speech meet. The students performed well and had three events place. In humorous prose, Karri Christensen placed 8th and Linden Biskup placed 4th. In duet acting the duo of Karri Christensen and Delaney Seyler placed 4th. The team's next stop is the Southwest Speech... READ MORE >
On Tuesday 18th, The Lady Cardinals took on The Axtell Wildcats. Alma took the win 56 to 40. The First quarter, Carlee Stuhmer scored a total of 4 points. Maddison Schuller scored a total of 4 points. Katy Prickett scored 2 points. Kaylee Baker shot one free throw. At the end of the First quarter The Alma Cardinals had a total of 11 points. Into... READ MORE >
On February 10, the Lady Cardinals traveled to Almena, Kansas to take on the wolves. Starting off the 1st quarter strong, the score was cardinals 12 and wolves 2. Addison Neal and Abby Cervera led with 3 points each and Carlee Stuhmer, Kaylee Baker and Katy Prickett with 2 points each. 2nd quarter the score was 30-4 with the Lady Cards leading. Prickett... READ MORE >
The Cardinal speech team traveled to Gothenburg for the 29th Gothenburg Invitational on Saturday, February 8th. The team took a hit, as some of the members were out sick. The remaining speakers worked hard to secure their spots. Novice speaker, Linden Biskup, earned a 3rd place medal for her humorous prose. Alongside Biskup, Lili Brown secured a superior rating... READ MORE >
Friday, February 7th, was a packed night for Alma High School. Both basketball teams played against our rival - the Southern Valley Eagles. This night was very special as we recognized all seniors on both girls and boys basketball teams along with cheerleaders. Teammate members along with their mentors were also recognized. To top of the night, the food drive... READ MORE >
The Alma Cardinals played the Paxton Tigers on February 1st. In the first quarter, the Cardinals had Burke Boehler and Antonio Hudson scoring one three pointer, Jason Stenka scoring two field goals, and Isaac McCurdy scoring one field goal totaling up the first quarter to twelve points. In the second quarter, the Cardinals had Tanner Heckenlively scoring one... READ MORE >
The Alma Cardinals played the Bertrand Vikings Thursday, January 30th. In the first quarter, Carlee Stuhmer scored a field goal. Addison Neal had 4 points in the quarter with a 3 pointer and 1 of 2 points on the line. Madison Schuller scored a field goal. Rounding out the scoring was Abby Cervera with a field goal. Ending the quarter the lady cards scored a total... READ MORE >
On January 29th, 2020 Alma boys went head to head with the Med Valley Red Radors. The boys took the cake with 49-39. In the First quarter, Burke Boehler scored 3 points. Tanner Heckenlively also scored 3 points. We had a total of 8 points at the end of quarter 1. Into the 2nd quarter, B. Boehler had a total of 4 points. Antonio Hudson shot a 3.... READ MORE >
The lady Cardinals played the Southern Valley Eagles Monday January 27th. Katy Prickett scored 2 field goals along with Abby Cervera with 1 field goal. The first quarter ended with 6 points on the board for the Lady Cards During the second quarter Addison Neal scored a total of 5 points which consisted of 1 field goal and a 3 pointer. Madison Schuller,... READ MORE >
The Alma Cardinals played the Arapahoe Warriors on January 25th. In the first quarter, the Cardinals had Burke Boehler scoring three three pointers and one field goal, Tanner Heckenlively with one three pointer, Nathan Hock with a field goal, and Isaac McCurdy with two three pointers totaling up the first quarter to twenty-two points. In the second quarter, the... READ MORE >
Red Cloud: 2nd place 100 points 13 pins Carter Brandyberry (19-10) placed 1st and scored 17.5 team points. Brayten Ogier (3-21) placed 2nd. Michael Edgar (10-21) placed 2nd and scored 10.0 team points. Zach Halbert (16-17) placed 3rd and scored 11.0 team points. Kristaps Drunka (6-27) placed 4th and scored 8.0 team points. Ayden Molzahn (13-2) placed 2nd and... READ MORE >
The Cardinals started out the 2019-2020 speech season with a successful competition at CNFL #2 in Grand Island on February 1st. The team, consisting of 11 members, took on various speaking events. The team had two events place. Novice speaker, Linden Biskup, took 5th place with her humorous prose and the varsity OID group consisting of Joel Brown, Linden Biskup,... READ MORE >
The Alma Cardinal Wrestling team traveled to Wauneta Palisade for the 2020 RPAC wrestling tournament Saturday, January 25th. Overall, the team had a fantastic meet placing 4th in the tournament with a total of 139 points and 21 pins! Daylan Russell placed 1st in his weight class (182). Ayden Molzahn placed 2nd (152). Carter Brandyberry finished 3rd in his... READ MORE >
The FFA Chapter traveled to Aurora today to compete in the District Leadership Skills Events, overall we had a great day with many students competing in public speaking for the first time. Here are the results: Natural Resource Speaking - Abbi Fox 2nd Qualifying for State Extemporaneous Speaking - Linden Biskup 2nd Qualifying for State Jr. Public Speaking -... READ MORE >
On January 11th, the Cardinal wrestling team traveled to take on Franklin. The team placed 6th overall, with 11 pins totaling 87 points. Individual wrestlers: JT Clapp and James Dubbs placed 5th in their weight classes, while Ayden Molzahn and Daylan Russell placed 1st in theirs. This was Aydens first meet after being injured the first part of season. The Cardinal... READ MORE >
On January 16, the Cardinals took on the Hi-Line (Elwood and Eustis-Farnum) Bulls. In the first quarter, the Cards had a total of 10 points, with Ehren Smolik, Burke Boehler, Nathan Hock, Isaac McCurdy, and Vince Ongtangco all had 2 points. The Bulls had 11 points in the first quarter, with Schmidt leading them in points having 7 himself. In the second quarter,... READ MORE >
The Alma Cardinals Boys Basketball team traveled to Loomis February 24th to take on the Loomis Wolves. Kicking off the night, Nathan Hock scored 2 field-goals for a total of 4 points. Tanner Heckenlively also scored a field-goal, scoring 2 points. Isaac McCurdy successfully made both free-throw shots along with a field goal, adding 4 points to the board. Our... READ MORE >
Tuesday, January 14th the Alma Cardinals played against High Line (a combines team of Elwood and Eustis Farnum). The Lady Cardinals lost 56 to 59. It was a close game in the 4th quarter but the Cardinals were not able to pull ahead. In the First quarter, Sophomore Carlee Stuhmer scored 2 points. Senior Madison Schuller also scored 2... READ MORE >
The RPAC choir concert will be held tonight, January 20th, at 7:00 p.m at Southern Valley. READ MORE >
On Wednesday the 15th, the Alma Quiz Bowl team traveled to Holdrege which included Daylan Russell, Karri Christensen Jason Stenka, Colton Dahlgren, Ehren Smolik, Grant McQuay, Caitlyn Menze, and William Anderson. Alma was 2-4 in the first tournament. The team got 4th in the pool of 7. However, we, unfortunately, did not rank high enough to go in the tournament... READ MORE >
Alma struggled to shutdown the high-powered offense of Amherst. The lone scorers of Alma were Vince Ongtangco with two points and Burke Boehler with two points as-well. The score at the end of the first was 4-23. Changes on the defense help keep the Broncos to eight points. Burke scored two points and Isaac McCurdy missed 2 free throws. The score... READ MORE >
The Lady Cardinals played the Lady Broncos Tuesday, January 14th. Starting off strong, Carlee Stuhmer made one 3-pointer and a field goal, scoring 5 points. Addison Neil making 2 field goals adding another 4 points to the scoreboard for the Cardinals. Abigail Fox joins in with the offense and scores a field goal. Abigail Cervera ending the quarter off with a... READ MORE >
Thursday the 9th the Alma basketball team travel to Franklin for a game. The girls scored 10 points in the first quarter. Sophomore: Carlee Stuhmer and Freshman: Addison Neal both with 2 field goals. Freshman: Katy Prickett made both her free-throws. Ending the quarter. Neal made a fast break layup to start the second quarter. Followed by Prickett making two more... READ MORE >
The Alma Cardinals played the Franklin Flyers on January 9th. In the first quarter, the Cardinals had Burke Boehler making a field goal and a three point shot. The Cardinals also had Tanner Heckenlivley making two threes, Isaac McCurdy and Vince Ongtangco each making a two point shot to total up the first quarter with fifteen points.In the second quarter, the... READ MORE >
On January 11th, the Alma Lady Cardinals took on the Axtell Wildcats. In the first quarter, Addison Neal makes a three-pointer. Katy Prickett makes a field goal and a free throw. Abby Cervera makes a field goal and two free throws. The score at the end of the quarter is 10-10. In the second quarter, Carlee Stuhmer makes a three-pointer and a field goal. Neal... READ MORE >
The Alma Boys Basketball came back aggressive from the Christmas break winning the game against Medicine Valley on January 6th of 2020. In the first quarter the Cardinals started heating the floor scoring 20 points in total, Isaac McCurdy with 8 points, Jason Stenka with 5 points, Tanner Heckenlively with 3 points, Nathan Hock and Vince Ongtangco both had 2 points... READ MORE >
On December 21st the Cardinals boys basketball team travelled to Red Cloud. The boys started off strong scoring 10 points in the first quarter with both Isaac McCurdy and Nathan Hock scoring 5 points each. In the second quarter Burke Boehler put up 9 points with all of them being 3 point shots. In the second half the boys were looking to close out the game... READ MORE >
The Cardinals defeated the hosts on Friday by a score of 66-53 and fell to the Shelton Bulldogs in the Championship game on Saturday 56-28. With the split of these games, the Cardinals records stands at 6-2 heading into the New Year. Against Silver Lake, the Cardinals were led by the Senior trio of Isaac McCurdy, Burke Boehler and Vince Ongtangco. McCurdy led... READ MORE >
On January 6th the Lady Cardinals hosted a basketball game at home against the Medicine Valley Lady Basketball team. In the first half the Cardinals were trailing the Raiders 17-21 but later picked it up in the second half beating them 44-37. Abby Cervera and Addison Neal putting up 17 points each became a common sight for the night. Katy Prickett also managed to... READ MORE >
On January 7th the Alma wrestling team competed in a dual with Southern Valley. Alma lost 24 to 30. Stats provided by Jesus Felix READ MORE >
Alma traveled to Cambridge. They fought hard and placed 11th, scoring 50 points. In total they had 8 pins. Owen Jackson placed 4th in his weight class and Daylan Russell won his weight class. Other wrestlers at the Competition were Brayten Ogier, Carter Brandyberry, Michael Edgar, Zach Halbert, and James Dubbs. Article by Carter Brandyberry READ MORE >
On Friday, December 27, 2019 Alma Cardinals went up against the Silver Lake Mustangs. Alma lost a close game 58 to 64. Sophomore Carlee Stuhmer scored a total of 17 points the whole game. Freshman Addison Neal scored a total of 13 points. Also Senior Madison Shuller scored 10 points. Coming in with a total of 58 points for this game. ... READ MORE >
On December 21st the Cardinals played against Red Cloud at home. In the first quarter the Cardinals put up 13 points to Red Clouds 7 and in the second quarter both teams put up 7 points each. The Cardinals really started picking it up in the third quarter putting up 15 points to Red Clouds 6 and finished the game off strong putting up 23 points in the fourth... READ MORE >
The Alma Cardinals Wrestling team held a Duals Quad the week before Christmas break and here are the results. Alma beat Hastings St. Cecilia 42-12. They beat Grand Island Central Catholic 48-12 with Carter Brandyberry, Michael Edger, Kristaps Drunka and Zach Halbert all getting pins. We matched up best against Arapahoe but lost 18-48, with Daylan Russell and Zach... READ MORE >
The Lady Cardinal Basketball team traveled to Wilcox-Hildreth for a game. The start of the game looked bad for the Cards scoring only 4 while the Falcons scored ten. Points by Sophomore: Carlee Stuhmer, making a free throw, Senior: Madison Schuller making her free throw, and Freshman: Addison Neal with a lay-up. Things started to look up for the girls during the... READ MORE >
On December 13th, Friday, The Alma Cardinals Boys Basketball traveled to Wilcox- Hildreth to compete and get back on track after the tough loss against Elm Creek. The Cardinals started the game with 24 points in the first quarter, leading by Burke Boehler with 12 points, Isaac McCurdy with 8 points, each of Ehren Smolik and Jason Stenka also contributed 2 points.... READ MORE >
All the Alma boys wrestled hard against stiff competition at Southern Valley. In the end, Daylan Russel placed 2nd and Carter Brandyberry placed 3rd. Remember to come support the Cardinal wrestlers this Friday @4 p.m. for the Alma Duals meet against multiple teams.Article By Jack Waldo READ MORE >
On December 6th, the Alma Lady Cardinals traveled to Kenesaw. In the first quarter, Abigail Cervera made a three-pointer and a field goal. Madison Schuller and Shiann Spady both made a field goal. Katy Prickett made a free throw ending the quarter to be 10-15. In the second quarter, Addison Neal made a field goal and one free throw. Schuller made a field goal.... READ MORE >
The Alma Cardinals Boys Basketball Team played the Kennesaw Blue Devils on December 10th. Starting the season off right, Tanner Heckenlively scored four 3-pointers bringing in a total of 12 points in the first quarter. Burke Boehler bringing the heat made a 3-pointer and a 2 pointer. Ending the quarter both Vince Ontangco and Issac McCurdy scored 2 points each.... READ MORE >
On Thursday, December 5th Alma faced Bertrand in Basketball. Junior Ehren Smolik scored 2 points. Senior Burke Boehler scored a 3, a layup, and shot 1 free throw with a total of 6 points. Junior Isaac McCurdy got a total of 2 points. Senior Vince Ongtangco scored a total of 5 points. They finished the first quarter with the score 15 to 9. In the second... READ MORE >
Remind your child to get registered for the February ACT Test by Friday, January 10, to avoid paying a late fee. READ MORE >
On December 10th the Elm Creek Buffalo’s traveled to Alma to face off against the Lady Cardinals. Unfortunately the Lady Cardinals lost to the Buffalo’s 67-38. The Lady Cardinals did fight hard though with a few highlight performances. Carlee Stuhmer scored 13 individual points and had 10 Turnovers. Addison Neal also put up points for the Cardinals scoring 7... READ MORE >
There will be a 10 AM Late Start on Wednesday, January 15. READ MORE >
The RPAC East Vocal Music Concert will be on Monday, January 20, at Southern Valley at 7 PM. READ MORE >
The Alma Play Production will be having a public showing after they return from state this Saturday the 14th in the gym. The Showing will be at 7:30 p.m. Students will cost $3 and Adults will cost $5. READ MORE >
We will be having a 10 A.M. Late Start this Wednesday December 11th for our monthly Teacher Inservice. There will be no breakfast served and buses will run accordingly.Article by Elliott Fletcher READ MORE >
The Alma High School Wrestling team started their season last Thursday at the Maxwell/St. Pat’s Invite. The team earned themselves 3rd place and had a combined 17 pins. Zach Halbert and Owen Jackson both earned 4th place, James Dubbs, Austin Christian, and Elliot Fletcher placed 3rd. Michael Edger placed 2rd. We had two Tournament Champions, Freshman Cater... READ MORE >
Here is the link to the December/January Chirp. https://5il.co/bqyl READ MORE >
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The Alma High School, Middle School and Elementary Quiz Bowl team travelled to Cambridge Dec 2nd. The elementary team went too and got 1st place! The other teams showed improvement and look for ward to their next matches. Article by Bonnie Nelson READ MORE >
On Wednesday, November 20th Alma Cardinals took first place competing in Southern Valley. The One Act titled "What a Glorious Feeling, the story of Making Singing in the Rain" won the RPAC competition. Ehren Smolik got Outstanding Male actor. All other cast members got Honorable Mention. The district One Act competition is Wednesday, December 4th in Cambridge. ... READ MORE >
Alma Public Schools will not have school Wednesday the 27th - Friday the 29th, due to Thanksgiving break. Tuesday, November 26, will be a regular school day with a 3:39 PM dismissal as usual. Have a Happy Thanksgiving everyone! READ MORE >
Alma Cardinals Football Team traveled to Loup City on October 31st, Thursday. Football season ended for the Cardinals after the Devastating loss against Loup City. The Cardinals started the game with determination to win the game. for the first quarter, Daylan Russell completed the pass to Ayden Molzahn for 76-yard Touchdown. Daylan Russell completed the pass to... READ MORE >
FFA District Livestock Results On Wednesday, November 6th, the Alma FFA chapter traveled to Kearney to participate in District Livestock Judging. Overall the members did pretty well. The senior team placed 11th with only 3 members participating. The junior’s top team consists of Jessica Pfeil, Linden Biskup, Weston Christensen, and Garrett Molzahn. This junior... READ MORE >
On October 28th, Alma played Kenesaw at Minden for the volleyball sub-districts tournament. We played a tough game Alma won the first 2 sets with Kenesaw winning the next 3. Carlee Stuhmer had 23 kills and 20 digs. Madison Schuller also had 20 kills. Katy Prickett had 22 assists. Jessica Pfeil and Madison Wolfe had 5 blocks each. READ MORE >
Alma Football traveled to Arapahoe on Thursday the 24th of Oct. In the first quarter the cards scored 20 while the Warriors scored 6. Senior: Daylan Russell runs for 3 yards. Touchdown! (Two point conversion pass by Russell to Team is no good.) Junior: Antonio Hudson runs for 5 yards. Touchdown! (Two point conversion run by Junior: Ehren Smolik is... READ MORE >
The Sophomore class traveled to Holdrege to attend the annual career fair on Tuesday, October 29th. They participated in many simulations to help prepare them for college. READ MORE >
Seniors Isaac McCurdy and Daylan Russell scored the first touchdown. Daylan also scores the 2 point conversion, making the score 8-0. Sophomore Jason Stenka recovers fumble and scores a touchdown. Junior Antonio Hudson scores the next touchdown. Senior Nathan Hock scores a touchdown making the score 30-0. Junior Ehren Smolik scores next touchdown. McCurdy... READ MORE >
Cardinals Defeat the Southwest Roughriders The Lady Cardinals had a long, tough night of playing in conferences at Bertrand, Monday night. The Cards starting strong taking the Southwest Roughriders 25-19 in the first set. The Roughriders were able to make a comeback in the second set with a final score of 25-21. The Lady Cards had a little uproar letting the... READ MORE >
FFA Land Judging in Tecumseh, NE. They scored 817 as a team. Linden Biskup scored a 327 and a purple ribbon. Delaney Seyler scored a 278 and scored a blue ribbon. Abbi Fox scored a 254 and a white ribbon. Tori Tischner scored a 212. Addison Neal scored a 162. READ MORE >
This year the Alma FFA members will be going to Indianapolis, Indiana from October 30th to November 2nd. While at the National Convention the FFA members will attend the Brett Young concert, Fair Oaks Dairy tour, the John Deere planter factory tour, numerous leadership workshops and general sessions. They will be on hand to see former FFA members get their... READ MORE >
Cross country districts happened on October 17th in Ogallala, in the mens 5,000 meter run Alma-Southern Valley got 10th place. AJ Russell finished with the time of 19:30.3 and placed 36th. Michael Edgar finished in 28th place and had the time of 20:52.7 Colton Dahlgren timed 22:01.79 and placed 54th. Following behind was Colten Fischer in 55th place and the time of... READ MORE >
The Southern Valley/Alma Softball team went to compete in districts Oct 9th and 12th in Kearney. Early Lead For Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity Sets Stage For Victory Over MindenAn early lead helped Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity defeat Minden 11-3 on Wednesday. Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity scored on a sacrifice fly by Abby Cervera, a fielder's... READ MORE >
The Lady cardinals took on the Lady Buffaloes Tuesday, October 8. This was Senior night, let's give a huge shout out to Madison Schuller, the only senior player this year! Starting off a little shy, the Cardinals lost in the first set with a score of 21-25. Kicking it all in durning the second set, the Cardinals won the set with a final score of 26-24. Not... READ MORE >
On October 10th the Cardinals traveled to Franklin and played two games. The Cardinals faced off with the defending home team the Franklin Flyers, fighting for a win in Franklins own house. The Cardinals won the first set 25-14 starting off with the lead against Franklin. The second set was close as the Flyers picked up the intensity to try to win at home. However... READ MORE >
Harlan County Health System will be administering flu shots to students at Alma Public Schools on October 22. Packets will be sent home with K-6 students today, October 9, and 7-12 students tomorrow, October 10. Please complete one entire packet for EACH student you want to get their flu shot. The completed packet must be presented before a flu shot will be... READ MORE >
On October 2, Alma FFA went to Curtis to Land Judge. The team of Linden B. Delaney S. Addison N. And Tori T. got 3rd place. The Team of Alex B. Tegan W. Connor B. and Abbi F. The team of Ethan B. Kennedy C. Kaylee B. and Tanner H. got a Blue ribbon. The team of Ryan B. JT C. Brayten O. and Tessa J. got a blue ribbon. The team of weston C. Sarah K. Lili B. and Sadie... READ MORE >
On Thursday, October 3rd, the volleyball girls had a triangular against Southwest and Overton. In the first game of the night, the girls took on the Southwest Riders. It took 3 sets for the cardinals to prevail, with scores of 25-13, 23-25, and 25-15. Leading the Cardinals was Madison Schuller with 4 aces and 18 kills and Katy Prickett with 3 ace serves. Leading... READ MORE >
Tuesday - Dynamic Duo DayWednesday - Color War DaySeniors - BlackJuniors - WhiteSophomores - OrangeFreshman - Green8th - Pink7th - YellowElementary - BlueStaff - RedThursday - Decade DayFriday - Spirit Day (wear school colors) READ MORE >
Alma was unable to find an answer for the high power offense of the Dundy County Stratton. Leading DCS offense was Serbando Diaz who scored 4 touchdowns in the first half. Quade Meyers also added to the total with 2 touchdowns. The score at the half was 42-0. The Alma defense had a much better second half holding DCS to 6 points. Corbin Horner had the only points... READ MORE >
On Monday September 30th. Alma-Southern Vally High School ran cross country at UNK. AJ Russell got 95th at a time of 20:42.80. Colten Fischer got 245th at a time of 25:27.53. Trevor Brown got 269th at a time of 26:32.56. Colton Dahlgren got 271st at a time of 26:45.71. Kristaps Drunka got 278th at a time of 27:32.41. Michael Edgar got 287th at a time of 27:56.21.... READ MORE >
On Saturday Oct 5th the highly accomplished Alma Marching Band will be in the Harvest of Harmony Parade in Grand Island, along with 102 other bands. Alma Band has been top fourth for the last 33 years, thanks to Dale Ritter the band instructor. The parade will be on NTV starting at 8:15. This is the 78th annual parade. READ MORE >
It came down to the last play, but Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity was on the wrong end of an 8-7 defeat to Holdrege on Monday. The game was tied at seven with Holdrege batting in the bottom of the seventh when an error scored one run for Holdrege.Kynlee Marquez drove in four runners in the loss. Marquez drove in runs on a grand slam in the fourth.In the first... READ MORE >
Central Valley GamePitching By Kynlee Shuts Out Centura-Central Valley, Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity Takes The Win.Kynlee Marquez didn't allow a single run against Centura-Central Valley, throwing a complete game shutout and leading Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity to a 5-0 victory on Thursday.In the first inning, Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity got... READ MORE >
Check out the latest Cardinal Chirp. Hot off the Presseshttps://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/485197/2019October.pdf READ MORE >
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Did you miss Parent/Teacher Conferences or were you unable to complete the parent surveys while you were there? If this is you, Alma Public Schools would appreciate it if any parents could complete the surveys that pertain to the ages of your children to help aid us in our school improvement process. Thanks in advance!! Alma Elementary Parent Survey (K-6th): ... READ MORE >
On Thursday September 19th. The Alma Cardinals beat The Amherst Broncos 15-13. Sophmore Carlee Stuhmer had a total of 18 kills. Senior Madison Schuller had 15 assists. Freshman Addison Neal had a total of 4 aces. Freshman Katy Prickett and C. Stuhmer had a total of 17 digs. READ MORE >
Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity Drops Game To Gothenburg After Late ScoreSouthern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity stayed in it until the end, but Gothenburg pulled away late in a 12-9 victory on Saturday. The game was tied at eight with Gothenburg batting in the bottom of the fourth when Cassy Callahan doubled on a 0-1 count, scoring two runs.Southern Valley/Alma... READ MORE >
The Cardinals Dominate The Raiders On September 24th the Alma volleyball team played 3 sets in a best of 5 against the Medicine Valley Raiders. The Cardinals entered the game with the unrelenting will to come out of this game with a flawless 3-0 for the victory. Madison Schuller was on the attack accumulating a total of 15 kills throughout the 3 sets and also... READ MORE >
The Lady Cardinals traveled to Blue Hill on September 21st. The Lady Cardinals defeated the Blue Hill Bobcats in three sets. Madison Schuller with 17 kills, 2 assists, 2 serve aces and 16 digs. Carlee Stuhmer with 11 kills, 1 assist, 2 serve aces and 17 digs. Katy Prickett with 3 kills, 13 assists, 1 serve ace, 11 digs, and 1 block shot. Jessica Pfeil with 2 kills... READ MORE >
The JV volleyball team competed in a triangular at Bertrand. The cardinal team won both games. Alma won both sets during the Bertrand game. For the Holdrege game the Cardinals beat them in three sets. Congrats to the girls on a great night. Article by Bonnie Nelson READ MORE >
Kynlee Marquez Drives In Four As Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity Wins Over Scottsbluff Kynlee Marquez was clutch at the plate with ducks on the pond on Saturday, driving in four on two hits to lead Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity past Scottsbluff 8-2 on Saturday. Marquez drove in runs on a double in the first and a home run in the second. Southern... READ MORE >
Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity defeated Centura-Central Valley 12-4 on Tuesday thanks in part to Pj Dubbs, who drove in five runners. Dubbs drove in runs on a home run in the first, a double in the third, and a single in the fifth. Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity got things moving in the first inning, when Dubbs homered on a 1-1 count, scoring two runs.... READ MORE >
The Cross Country Saints traveled to Arapahoe on 9/20/19. In the Women's 5k Run, Winona Mitchell placed 22nd with a time of 30:05, Haley Skiles placed 30th with a time of 35:47, and Aubree Warner placed 31st with a time of 37:05. In the Men’s 5k run, AJ Russel did great and placed 4th with a time of 20:35. Michael Edgar placed 23rd with a time of 23:34, Chet... READ MORE >
On Saturday September 28th, the Alma high school band will be attending pork days. The parade will start at 10:30. They have been attending every year but last year since the parade started 40+ years ago. It is non-competitive. Both the high and high school bands will be performing. READ MORE >
In the first quarter against Shelton Sophomore Ayden Molzahn ran a 2 yard touchdown thrown by Senior Daylan Russell, making the score 8-6. The score stayed that way until Junior Antonio Hudson score a touchdown from a 19 yard pass. Hudson scored two more touchdowns in the second quarter making it 32-20. In the start of the second half Molzahn score, followed by two... READ MORE >
The Alma cardinals had a Triangular Tournament on the 17th against Cozad and Arapahoe. Alma dominated both games with the score for Arapahoe 12 to 25 and Cozad with 19 to 25. The first game was the Cozad game where Carlee Stumher had 10 kills and digs, Maddison Schuller with 10 sets and Karri Christensen and Madison Wolfe with 2 blocks. In the Ararahoe game,... READ MORE >
The Lady Cardinals traveled to Culbertson on September 14th. The Lady Cardinals took the win against the Arapahoe Warriors. Maddie Ehrke with 2 kills, 4 ace serves, and 4 digs, Addison Neal with 4 digs, and 1 ace serve, Jessica Pfiel with 3 digs, and 1 ace serve, Katy Prickett with 1 kill, 7 assists, and 4 digs, Madison Schuller with 8 kills, 6 assists, 3 ace... READ MORE >
Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity Blows Out Ord (Game One) Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity easily dispatched Ord 13-2 on Saturday. Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity got things moving in the first inning, when PJ Dubbs doubled on the first pitch of the at bat, scoring one run. Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity put up three runs in the fifth inning. The... READ MORE >
Alma/Southern Valley Saints Run At Home On Monday, September 17th the Alma Southern Valley Saints host their home meet at the Alma Municipal Golf Course. The high school boys team placed 4th with one runner, AJ Russell, placing getting 12th with a time of 20:53. The next to finish is Colten Fischer coming in with a time of 24:10 and not too far behind him... READ MORE >
There will be Parent Teacher Conferences held on September 26th, from 2:30 to 7:30 p.m. There will be an early dismissal at 1:00. High school teachers will be in the gym and elementary teachers will be in their rooms. READ MORE >
Abby Cervera Shuts Out Chase CountyAbby Cervera didn't allow a single run against Chase County, throwing a complete game shutout and leading The Saints to a 10-0 victory on ThursdaySouthern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity got things started in the first inning. PJ Dubbs drew a walk, scoring one run.The Saints notched four runs in the second inning. The Saints offense in... READ MORE >
The Lady Cardinals traveled to Almena, Kansas on September 10th, and dominated in the gym. In the first game, the Cardinals played the Falcons of Wilcox-Hildreth and won in two sets. Leading in kills was senior Madison Schuller with 11, and Schuller also had 8 assists. Freshman Katy Prickett had 5 ace serves, and Addison Neal had 11 digs. Jessica Pfeil had 2 ace... READ MORE >
Alma-Southern Valley competed in the cross country meet in Cambridge on the 6th. In the mens 5k run, AJ Russell got 12th with a time of 20:43. Chet Fischer also did great, as he came out to 17th place with a time of 21:37. Kyle Johnson had the time of 22:10 and placed 25th. Colten Fischer did well, as he placed 28th and timed 22:58. Kristaps Drunka had the time of... READ MORE >
The Alma/Southern Valley high school Saints Cross Country team traveled to Lexington Tuesday, September 10th to compete in their 2nd official meet of the season. High School members include seniors - Micheal Edgar and Kyler Johnson, juniors - Andrew Russell, Colten Fisher, and Colton Dahlgren, and sophomores - Cody Wells and Kristaps Drunka. 99 total high... READ MORE >
On Friday night, Alma beat the Northern Valley Huskies 48-0. The Cardinals started off strong with Isaac McCurdy scoring a touchdown with a 24 yd pass from Daylan Russell. Russell ran the ball in for the two-point conversion. Alma’s defense quickly got the ball back in the hands of Daylan Russell, who threw a 35 yd pass to Isaac McCurdy for a touchdown. Russell... READ MORE >
On the 13th the fourth grade class will be going to UNK for their annual fitness day. The students will be leaving at 7:40 and expect to be back between 3:00 and 3:30. They get a day filled with information and hands on activities about exercise and nutrition. READ MORE >
Alma loses two close sets to Bertrand to open the Triangular in Bertrand. The scores were 25-20 and 25-22. Madison Schuller and Carlee Stuhmer led Alma in kills with 9 and 6 respectively. Addison Neal helped out in digs but Alma came up short in two sets losing to Bertrand in the first game. In the game against Cambridge, Alma suffered a beating in the first set... READ MORE >
Kynlee Marquez didn't allow a single run as Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity defeated Blue Hill 11-0 on Tuesday. Marquez allowed just four hits.Marquez led Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity to victory by driving in five runs. She went 3-for-3 at the plate. Marquez drove in runs on a home run in the first, a triple in the second, and a double in the... READ MORE >
The Alma Lady Cardinals placed third at the Axtell volleyball tournament. They went to three sets versus Hampton winning the last two, taking the win. Madison Schuller and Carlee Stuhmer both had eight kills, and Katy Prickett had 3 aces. In the next game the Lady Cardinals lost to Lawrence-Nelson in both sets with Prickett having five assists, Stuhmer with three... READ MORE >
4-Hit Day For Marquez As Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity Skirts Past Blue Hill Kynlee Marquez gave Blue Hill fits, as she bagged four hits in Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity's 9-1 victory on Tuesday. Marquez doubled in the first, doubled in the second, and doubled in the fifth. Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity notched four runs in the fourth inning.... READ MORE >
There will be a 10:00 start on Wednesday, September 11th due to Teacher In-Service. Article by Michelle Lujan READ MORE >
The “Youth Science Field Day” has been scheduled for Wednesday, September 4th at the Phelps County AG Center in Holdrege. This year’s featured focus will be “Mental Health Toughness” and “Nebraska Strong.” UNL faculty and staff will share their science based knowledge in interactive; relating lessons learned and experienced through our historic storm events. These... READ MORE >
Saints Claims Lead In The Sixth Inning To Defeat Gothenburg Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity snatched the lead late in the game in a 9-8 victory over Gothenburg on Friday. The game was tied at six with Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsitybatting in the bottom of the sixth when Kynlee Marquez homered on the first pitch of the at bat, scoring three runs.Both... READ MORE >
The Alma Cardinals took on the Bertrand Vikings on Friday, August 30th to open the 2019 season with a win. In the first quarter, Ehren Smolik gets a 13-yard pass from Daylan Russell for the touchdown. Russell runs for a two-point conversion making the score 8-0. Bertrand makes a 1-yard run and has a failed the two-point conversion to make the score 8-6 in favor of... READ MORE >
PJ Dubbs came the ballpark and meant business on Friday, driving in five on two hits to lead Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity past Chadron 10-2 on Friday. Dubbs drove in runs on a double in the third and a home run in the fourth. Chadron fired up the offense in the first inning, when an error scored one run for Chadron. Southern Valley/Alma Saints Varsity... READ MORE >
The Alma High School Band will be performing on Wednesday, August 28th at 1:45 p.m. They will be marching through the fair, and performing in front of the Pavilion and in front of the food/ eating area. The Band will be playing "The Horse" as their performance. Make sure to come down and support Alma Band at the State Fair.Article By Lillian Marshall READ MORE >
Come join the Alma football team in celebrating the start of the 2019 football season on August 22nd. The scrimmage will happen at the football field, and all you need to enter is one Gatorade Powerade sports drink. The football team is requesting powdered gatorade/powerade if possible. There will also be a parent meeting immediately after the scrimmage for... READ MORE >
The annual hamburger feed will be on Monday the 19th. There will also be a fall pep-rally and senior game night. Come out and have supper, support the fall sports teams, and have fun watching the senior game. Supper starts at 6:30 with the pep rally at 7:30. READ MORE >
Substitute Bus Drivers Alma Public Schools has openings for substitute bus drivers for the 2019-2020 school year. If the sound of children laughing, singing and playing is music to your ears, we’re interested in talking with you. We have immediate openings for Substitute Bus Drivers with a valid CDL license. Our Bus Drivers are an essential part in our educational... READ MORE >
It's the 1st of August and as you can see the Janitors at Alma Public Schools have been busy all summer getting the school all ready for students. Here are a few pictures from around the building. This crew has done an amazing job getting the building ready for the upcoming school year. Thank you for all you do!! READ MORE >
We’re thrilled to announce Alma School District’s new app! It’s everything APS, in your pocket.With the new app, you can access sports scores, cafeteria menus, news updates, and even emergency notifications. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2MQkPQ8 or iPhone: https://apple.co/2MQpiCo. READ MORE >
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