We are off to a great start to the school year!! We were fortunate enough to receive the Kansas Preschool Pilot grant again this year. Huge thanks to the grant writer and Preschool Director, Mrs. Reazin. This grant helps pay for many things like school supplies, manipulatives, furniture, toys, equipment, cabinets and so much more. “It has been a blessing to receive the grant again,” said Kate Walker, lead Preschool Teacher, “the first year we did not have much to start with, so with this grant we can build a great program up and update many things as well.” Mrs. Walker also noted, “I think I am most excited about the new cabinets and cubbies. They give us so much more storage and they look so much better than the old cubbies.” With the grant the preschool is not only updating the classroom inside but getting an outdoor classroom incorporated as well. The preschoolers have enjoyed getting new toys, activities and play equipment throughout the year. This grant is awarded to many preschools across Kansas and this is the second year for Altoona to receive it. Mrs. Reazin said ”The KPP grant will insure that our preschool stays updated and our three and 4-years-olds are socially, emotionally, and academically ready for Kindergarten.”
The unofficial Board Meeting minute for July and August are now available on the website.
AMES First Day of School.
AMES 2019-2020 First Day of School Photos
AMES first day of school 2019-2020!
AMES first day of school - check out these happy little faces!
AMES first day of school and look at all these happy little faces!
Reminder: MS/HS athletic practices begin today. The activity bus will also begin today.
Volleyball and football practices will begin Monday, August 19th. This is for both HS and MS students. MS volleyball practices will take place in Altoona at our elementary school. Transportation will be provided as it has been in the past. Call 620-537-7711 for more information.
First day of school activities.
The FFA bbq is on Friday, August 16th.
The FFA will have a back to school bbq for kids and parents interested in FFA. It will be from 6-8:00 P.M. out front of the VoAg building.
The USD 387 regular monthly board meeting scheduled for Monday, August 12th at 7:00 P.M., has been changed. The meeting will be on Wednesday, August 14th at 7:00 P..M..
CORRECTION: 2019 Back to School Newsletter https://5il.co/99mf
Enrollment reminder:
“Night Out.” August 6th @ 6:00 P.M.. Free hamburgers, hotdogs and chips. Water also provided.
Enrollment reminder:
PTO Back To School Bash!
Reminder: We are still serving summer meals this week at AMES. Breakfast and lunch.
AMES summer academy!
