ALEXANDER COMETS WEEKLY UPDATE - May 18 - 24, 2026
📅 LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Presented by Mass Media
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🍽️ BREAKFAST & LUNCH MENU
📅 Monday, May 18
Breakfast: Cook’s Choice
Lunch: Cook’s Choice
📅 Tuesday, May 19
Breakfast: Cook’s Choice
Lunch: Cook’s Choice
📅 Wednesday, May 20
Breakfast: No Hot Breakfast
Lunch: Slushburgers & SunChips
📅 Thursday, May 21
Breakfast: No Hot Breakfast
Lunch: Burgers or Hot Dogs & Chips
“END OF YEAR BBQ” – Sponsored by the PTO
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📚 FINALS WEEK – Grades 6–12
Students in Grades 6–12 are reminded that Finals Week begins Monday, May 18. The Lewis & Clark Trail Museum has graciously opened quiet study areas FREE of charge for APS students preparing for finals. Students may utilize:
Quiet study spaces
Free WiFi
Staff support if needed
🕔 Open daily until 5:00 PM (except Wednesdays)
Thank you to the Lewis & Clark Trail Museum for supporting our students during finals week!
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📅 MONDAY, MAY 18
💛 5th Grade Kindness Project
Students in Grades 4–6 are invited to attend a special field day organized by our 5th-grade students!
🕑 2:00 PM – 3:20 PM
📍 Playground Area
Please see the attached flyer for additional details.
📅 MONDAY, MAY 18
🏆 Annual Activities Awards & Senior Scholarship Program
🕡 6:30 PM
📍 APS Old Gymnasium
We look forward to recognizing our students, athletes, activity participants, and scholarship recipients for their accomplishments throughout the school year.
📅 MONDAY, MAY 18
🏈 Sports Physicals for Students Entering Grades 6–12
🕣 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Students entering grades 6–12 for Fall 2026 may complete their required annual sports physical at school. Please refer to the flyer for additional information or contact Nurse Heen at krista.heen@k12.nd.us.
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📅 TUESDAY, MAY 19
🚌 FIELD TRIPS
🏞️ 3rd Grade – Medora
🕣 Depart: 8:30 AM
🕒 Return: 3:00 PM
🏛️ 4th Grade – Bismarck Heritage Center
🕗 Depart: 8:00 AM
🕠 Return: 5:30 PM
⛳ Varsity Golf Meet @ Tioga
🕢 Depart: 7:45 AM
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📅 WEDNESDAY, MAY 20
🚌 FIELD TRIP
🐾 1st Grade – MonDak Animal Shelter
🕗 Depart: 8:15 AM
🕞 Return: 3:30 PM
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📅 THURSDAY, MAY 21
🏅 ELEMENTARY AWARDS CEREMONY
Parents, guardians, family members, and community supporters are invited to join us as we celebrate the accomplishments, growth, and hard work of our elementary students throughout the 2025–2026 school year!
We look forward to recognizing our students and closing out another great year together. ❤️🖤
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☀️ END OF SCHOOL YEAR INFORMATION
📅 Last Day of School: Thursday, May 21, 2026
📅 First Day of School 2026–2027: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
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🏫 ELEMENTARY TEACHER ASSIGNMENTS – 2026–2027
As we begin preparing for the next school year, we are excited to share updated elementary teaching assignments. These changes were made thoughtfully to best support student learning, staff strengths, and the continued growth of our school community.
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🥤 POP TAB COLLECTION RETURNS!
Our pop tab collection competition was such a success this year that we are continuing it again next school year!
Students may begin collecting pop tabs over the summer.
🏆 The homeroom that turns in the most quart-size bags of pop tabs by August 27 will receive a special prize!
Additional prizes will also be awarded throughout the school year.
All pop tabs will be donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities to help support families with children receiving medical care.
Thank you for helping our students make a positive impact in the lives of others!
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🚗 DRIVER’S EDUCATION – FULL
Driver’s Education at Alexander Public School is officially FULL.
Requirements:
✔️ Must be 14 years old
✔️ Must have a valid driving permit
✔️ Must attend class daily
📅 Classroom Dates: June 22 – June 26
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Mr. Allard will serve as the instructor this year and will schedule behind-the-wheel instruction individually with students and families following classroom instruction. More details will come out in the first week of June, including driving schedules, driver's education fee, curriculum, Alive at 25 presentation information (scheduled for June 25), etc.
A waiting list has been created for any additional interested students.
📧 Questions? Contact: aaron.allard@k12.nd.us or at 701-828-3334
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💳 SCHOOL MEAL ACCOUNT REMINDER
As the school year comes to a close, families are kindly asked to ensure meal accounts maintain a positive balance.
Please note:
⚠️ Outstanding balances not paid by July will be sent to collections.
Thank you for your continued support and attention to this matter.
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📢 COMMUNITY FEEDBACK REQUEST – APS STRATEGIC IMPROVEMENT PLAN
Alexander Public School is inviting ALL parents, guardians, alumni, community members, and supporters to help guide the future of APS!
Our draft Strategic Improvement Plan was developed collaboratively by:
✅ Teachers
✅ Administration
✅ Board Members
✅ Support Staff
✅ Parents
✅ Students
Now we want YOUR feedback before the plan is finalized!
📖 Review the Draft Strategic Plan:
📝 Complete the Feedback Survey:
https://forms.gle/BB6b7hbG4GuGXDiP9
Your feedback matters as we continue building meaningful opportunities, strong programs, and student success at Alexander Public School.
Thank you for supporting our students, staff, and Alexander Comet community! ❤️🖤
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📅 UPCOMING EVENT
🎓 Senior Graduation Ceremony
📅 Sunday, May 24, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM
📍 APS Old Gymnasium
Congratulations to the Alexander Public School Class of 2026! We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with our graduates, families, staff, and community members. ❤️🖤