Algona High School

School picture day for the majority of ACSD students will be this Friday, September 11th!

REMINDER- There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 14 due to Staff Development.

Greg Stewart always does a fantastic job of researching Algona's history and his induction of the 1916 State Champion Football Team is a testament to his work. You can read the full transcript of his speech by clicking the link- https://www.algona.k12.ia.us/article/3119638

The fall session of Driver's Ed through Drive Wise is approaching soon. Please see the flyer or PDF for more information.

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Our last installment of "New Teacher Feature" for 2026 focuses on Ms. Stephanie Metz! She is joining our math team at the high school, teaching geometry and pre-algebra. Learn more about her by viewing the graphic or PDF.
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Reminder- there will be a 1 hour early dismissal on Friday, September 4 and NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.

The Wall of Fame Class of 2026 was inducted on Friday evening prior to the first home football game. The Class of 2026 included-
- Mackenzie (Siefken) Kollasch
- Craig Espe
- 1966 Boys Basketball Team
- 1975 Class 2A Wrestling State Champions
- 1916 State Championship Football Team
Please enjoy this video recap of the ceremony- https://youtu.be/nqW5JpMC1Pc

The Wall of Fame has become an annual celebration that celebrates alumni and their accomplishments. This year's ceremony will take place at 5:00 PM in the AHS Commons. Follow the link to learn more about the Wall of Fame Class of 2026!
https://simplebooklet.com/walloffame2026

Our first home Football game of the season is Friday night vs. Spirit Lake! We will also acknowledge our 2026 Wall of Fame Inductees! Come cheer on the Bulldogs!

Our next installment of "New Teacher Feature" spotlights Mrs. Abby Wolf who will be teaching Business classes at AHS! Learn more about her by viewing the graphic or PDF.

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Get ready for Homecoming with Dawg Pride Spirit Bags! 🐾 Support the Junior Class (Class of 2028) After Prom fundraiser.

Each $10 bag includes:
- Homemade face/hair glitter (2 oz)
- Paw print eye black stickers
- Sheet of 4 Dawg temporary tattoos

Orders and payments (cash or check payable to "Algona High School After Prom") are due September 16th. Return your order form to your student's school. Spirit Bags will be distributed during Homecoming Week!

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Thank you to the Algona Hy-Vee for supporting the Algona Community School District.

Hy-Vee recently provided a donation of Gatorade for our fall sports programs. Hydration and nutrition are a major focus for our athletic department this year, aligned with the work of our new district dietitian.

In addition, Hy-Vee is continuing its Sacks for Sacks program this season. For every sack recorded by our football team on Friday nights, Hy-Vee will make a donation to the local food pantry.

We appreciate Hy-Vee's ongoing support of our schools and community.

Algona will once again be running a parking lot fundraiser during the football season. The fundraiser helps fund the Brad Heitland Scholarship to two AHS graduates annually. A pass costs $25 for the season and be available at the back parking lot entrance on game night.

Student safety is always a priority at Algona CSD. Please view the Pick Up/Drop Off procedures so all our students can have a safe start and end to their day.
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We have two great events happening Friday night! Parking for "I Hear America Singing" in the Wilcocx PAC will be in the West (student) lot and Football Scrimmage parking will be in the North (main entrance), gravel or East (Fieldhouse) lots.

With school starting next week, now would be a great time to talk with your child about walking to school safely! View the graphics or PDF to learn more about pedestrian safety!
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Spanish PDF- https://aptg.co/z9nlV-

Join us for a Sports Nutrition Kick-Off presentation led by Ellen Davis, RD CSSD LD from The Performance Collective! This event is open to parents, caregivers, and all community members who want to support our student-athletes. It will take place on Wednesday, August 19th, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the High School Gymnasium. Ellen will cover practical strategies to enhance athletic performance, optimize recovery, and reduce injury risk through proper fueling. Attendees will learn how athletes should fuel before and after training, how parents can best support their athlete's goals, and how our community can foster a positive fueling culture. Free fueling samples will also be provided for all athletes who attend.

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ACSD welcomes four new teachers to our district this school year and today we meet Mrs. Kara Arrowood who will be teaching in the AHS Science Department! Learn more about her by viewing the graphic or PDF!
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