🧢💙 APS Hat Week Fundraiser for the Family of Riley Woods 💙🧢

Next week, the Alexander Public School High School Student Council will be hosting a Hat Week Fundraiser in memory of Riley Woods, an APS graduate who passed away unexpectedly.

Students may participate by paying $2 per day to wear a hat or $5 for the entire week. All proceeds will go directly to the Woods family to help with funeral expenses and any other needs they may have during this difficult time.

If you would like to contribute but do not wish to wear a hat, donations are also greatly appreciated.

This is an opportunity for our Comet family to come together and show support, compassion, and kindness for one of our own. Thank you for helping us honor Riley's memory and support the Woods family.

💙 $2 per day
💙 $5 for the week
💙 All proceeds benefit the Woods family

Please keep the Woods family in your thoughts during this difficult time. ☄️

#APSComets #CometFamily #HatWeek #CommunityStrong #TogetherWeRise #GoComets 💙☄️
1 day ago, Sheila Cockerham
Flyer promoting a Hat Week fundraiser in memory of Riley Woods. The design features a light blue and white background with illustrations of hats at the top. Large blue text reads “HAT WEEK.” Beneath it, the flyer states “$5 for the whole week” and “$2 a day.” Additional text reads, “In remembrance and for the family of Riley Woods.” The name Riley Woods is displayed prominently in blue script near the bottom with a heart icon underneath. The flyer encourages students to participate in Hat Week to support the Woods family through donations.
📣 BOO BAG REMINDER! 👻🎃

Don't forget! Boo Bags are due Monday, October 26!

Please make sure your Boo Bags are completed and turned in by the deadline so they can be distributed on time. Thank you to everyone who is participating and helping spread some Halloween fun and Comet spirit!

🎃 Due Date: Monday, October 26
👻 Turn in your Boo Bags before the end of the school day
☄️ Thank you for helping make this a fun event for our students!

❤️🖤 Go Comets! ☄️

#APSComets #BooBags #CometSpirit #GoComets #HalloweenFun
1 day ago, Sheila Cockerham
🏐 District 5 Volleyball Tournament Bracket Released! 🏐

The District 5 Volleyball Tournament kicks off October 27 at Williston State College's "The Well"!

⚠️ Please pay close attention to the game order on Day 1 (Thursday, October 29). The matches are not arranged in the traditional top-to-bottom bracket order, so be sure to check the schedule carefully to avoid confusion.

📅 Alexander Comets (#6 seed) will face Kenmare-Bowbells (#3 seed) in Match 2 on Thursday, October 29, beginning approximately 25 minutes after Match 1.

📍 Tournament Dates: • October 27 (Play-In Matches) • October 29 • October 30 • November 2

Good luck to our Comets as they begin postseason play! Let's fill the stands and show our support! ❤️☄️🏐

#APSComets #District5Volleyball #CometPride #RoadToState #GoComets
1 day ago, Sheila Cockerham
Tournament bracket for the 2026 District 5 Volleyball Tournament at Williston State College "The Well," scheduled for October 27, 29, 30, and November 2. The bracket shows team seedings, match numbers, dates, and times leading to the championship match and regional qualifier games. Alexander is the #6 seed and is slated to play #3 Kenmare-Bowbells in Match 2 on Thursday, October 29, approximately 25 minutes after Match 1. A note on the bracket indicates that the game order on the first day differs from the traditional top-to-bottom bracket format. Additional information includes play-in matches, tournament officials, admission prices, participating District 5 teams, and tournament management details.
APS Comets volleyball tournament spirit graphic on a black background featuring a large red, white, and gray comet with the APS Comets logo at the top. Bold athletic text reads “VOLLEYBALL DISTRICT TOURNAMENT” above a red, white, and gray volleyball. Large red script lettering says “GO COMETS!” followed by “Cheering On Our Girls All the Way!” and “Let’s Go Ladies!” The design includes volleyball nets, stadium lights, red paint splashes, stars, and school spirit messages including “Comet Pride,” “In This Together,” “Pride • People • Purpose • Comets,” and “Play • Believe • Compete • Together.” The graphic uses bright red, gray, and white APS colors to create an energetic postseason atmosphere supporting the Comets volleyball team.
team photo
🎃☄️ Trunk or Treat Is Coming to Alexander! ☄️🎃

Get ready for a fun-filled evening of costumes, candy, and community!

The Alexander High School FTC Robotics Team #9963 is excited to host a Trunk or Treat event for families and community members of all ages. 👻🍬🚗

📅 October 29
⏰ 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Alexander Public School Front Parking Lot

Come enjoy: 🎃 Creative trunk displays
🍬 Plenty of candy
👻 Halloween fun for all ages
🤖 Support for our FTC Robotics program
🧡 Time with friends, family, and community members

Think you have a trunk that can wow the crowd? There will be five trunk awards presented for:

🏆 Most Creative
🏆 Scariest
🏆 Spookiest
🏆 Funniest
🏆 Best Overall

🚗 Trunk registration deadline: October 28

Whether you're decorating a trunk, dressing up in costume, or simply stopping by for treats, this is an event you won't want to miss!

🎃👻 We hope to see you there, Comets! 👻🎃

#APSComets #CometPride #TrunkOrTreat #FTCRobotics #CometCommunity #HalloweenFun #AlexanderND #StemEducation #CommunityEvent #GoComets ☄️🎃🍬🤖👻🚗
1 day ago, Sheila Cockerham
Halloween-themed Trunk or Treat flyer for Alexander High School FTC #9963 Robotics Team. The flyer features a large orange and purple “Trunk or Treat” title surrounded by pumpkins, candy, bats, glowing lights, and decorated vehicle trunks. One trunk displays Halloween decorations and treats, while another features a robot and STEM-themed decorations.  Event details include:  October 29 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Alexander Public School Front Parking Lot  The flyer promotes five trunk awards: Most Creative, Scariest, Spookiest, Funniest, and Best Overall.  Additional information states that trunk registration closes on October 28, with registration available by contacting Mrs. White. The flyer highlights costumes, candy, community, and fun for all ages and includes messages such as “Robots Build Communities Too!” and “STEM Creates Brighter Tomorrows.” The design uses bright orange, purple, black, and yellow colors with a festive Halloween atmosphere.
🏀 APS Is Looking for Basketball Coaches! 🏀

Alexander Public School is seeking to add coaching staff to our Boys 7-12 Basketball Program.

Coaching level assignments will be based on experience and qualifications. This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact on our student-athletes while helping build a strong and successful basketball program.

📞 Interested applicants should call 701-828-3334 for more information.

📧 Please send an application letter to Mrs. Jacobson at terrille.jacobson@k12.nd.us.

⏰ Please respond within the next two weeks.

Join the APS Comets and help inspire the next generation of student-athletes! ☄️🏀

#APSComets #CoachingOpportunity #JoinOurTeam #CometPride #YouthDevelopment
1 day ago, Sheila Cockerham
Graphic on a black background featuring a large red, white, and gray APS Comets-themed comet above a basketball. Bold athletic text reads "BOYS BASKETBALL COACHES WANTED" in white and bright red lettering. Additional text says "Join the APS Comets Coaching Team" and "Contact the School Office for More Information." Red and gray accents, basketball graphics, and school spirit elements create a high-energy sports recruitment design.

📢 Attention Alexander Students, Staff, and Community Members!

The Upper Missouri District Health Unit will be at Alexander Public School on Monday, October 26, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. to provide flu vaccinations.

Alexander Public School parents: If you would like your child to receive a flu shot during the clinic, please email Nurse Heen to request the necessary consent forms and information.

Help protect yourself and your family this flu season by getting vaccinated!

2 days ago, Krista Heen
Flu shot
📣 Calling All Future Lady Wrestlers! 🤼‍♀️

Are you a girl in grades 6-12 interested in wrestling this season? Join us for the Girls High School Wrestling Parent Meeting on Tuesday, November 3 in the WHS Commons Area!

🕔 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Team Wrestling Mindset Session

🕕 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Parent-Athlete Meeting

All girls interested in wrestling are encouraged to attend both sessions along with a parent or guardian.

This is a great opportunity to learn about the program, meet coaches, ask questions, and prepare for the upcoming season!

📧 Questions? Contact Michelle Romans at michelle.romans@willistonschools.org

#GirlsWrestling #FutureWrestlers #WrestlingSeason #StudentAthletes #GoComets 🧡🖤🤼‍♀️
2 days ago, Sheila Cockerham
Flyer with a black background and orange and white text promoting a Girls High School Wrestling Parent Meeting. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 3rd in the WHS Commons Area. A Team Wrestling Mindset Session runs from 5:00-6:00 PM, followed by a Parent-Athlete Meeting from 6:00-7:00 PM. The flyer states that all girls in grades 6-12 interested in wrestling should attend both sessions. Contact information for Michelle Romans (michelle.romans@willistonschools.org) is provided for questions. An orange and white coyote logo appears in the upper right corner.
📸 Picture Retake Day Reminder! 📸

Picture Retakes are scheduled for October 27 from 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM.

✅ If you are having your pictures retaken, please bring: • Your original picture package
• The $10 retake fee

✅ All students and staff who were absent or did not have their picture taken during the original picture day must have their picture taken, even if they are not ordering photos.

Please arrive on time and be ready for your picture. We look forward to seeing those smiling faces! 📷✨

#APSComets #PictureRetakes #SchoolPhotos #CometPride
2 days ago, Sheila Cockerham
Graphic announcing Picture Retakes on October 27th. The design features a large camera illustration centered at the top with bold white and red text reading “Picture Retakes.” A red banner near the bottom displays “Oct 27th” in large white lettering. The background is black with red, gray, and white paint-stroke accents and splatter effects, creating a bold athletic-style design consistent with Alexander Public School branding.
🤼 Attention Future Comet/Coyote Wrestlers! 🤼

Any Alexander students in grades 9-12 who are interested in participating in boys' wrestling this season should attend the upcoming Parent/Student Wrestling Meeting with a parent or guardian.

📅 Monday, October 26
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 WHS Commons

This meeting is for all students planning to wrestle this year and will cover important information about the upcoming season, expectations, schedules, and program details.

If you are planning to join the wrestling team, please make every effort to attend with a parent or guardian.

💪 Get ready for another exciting season on the mat!

#APSComets #WrestlingSeason #CometPride #CoyoteWrestling #GoComets
3 days ago, Sheila Cockerham
Flyer for the Williston Coyotes Boys Wrestling Parent/Student Meeting for students in grades 9-12. The flyer features a black and orange design with bold white lettering that reads "Parent/Student Meeting." Information states that a parent/player meeting will be held on Monday, October 26, at 6:00 PM in the WHS Commons for all students interested in Coyote Boys Wrestling this year. Contact information for Head Coach Devan Williams (devan.williams@willistonschools.org) is provided for questions. The bottom of the flyer displays a coyote mascot graphic and the hashtag #CoyotePride.
🗳️🇺🇸 Students Want YOU to Join Them at the Polls! 🇺🇸🗳️

Our students are learning about civic engagement, voting, and the importance of participating in our democracy, and now they're inviting the community to join them! 🇺🇸

If you're eligible to vote, we encourage you to make your voice heard on Election Day. By voting, you help set an example for our students and show the value of being an active and informed citizen.

🚗 Need a ride to the polls? You're welcome to join our student voting trip!

📅 Tuesday, November 3
⏰ Meet at 10:15 AM
📍 Alexander Public School Front Parking Lot

Students and community members can vote at polling locations in Cartwright or Watford City, or by absentee ballot if eligible.

Let's show our students that civic participation extends beyond the classroom and into our communities.

🇺🇸 Our students are voting. Will you join them? 🇺🇸

#APSComets #OnTuesdayWeVote #StudentVoice #CivicEngagement #Vote #FutureVoters #CometPride #MakeYourVoiceHeard ☄️🇺🇸🗳️🚗
3 days ago, Sheila Cockerham
Student voter information flyer featuring a hand-drawn patriotic design with red, white, and blue colors. The flyer shows Uncle Sam pointing toward the viewer beside large text that reads, “Students Want You to Vote at the Midterms!”  The flyer lists accepted forms of identification, including a passport, driver's license, tribal ID, ID card, or long-term care certificate.  Event details include:  Tuesday, November 3 Voting hours: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM CT  Information explains that voting centers are located in Cartwright and Watford City, and that absentee voting by mail is also available.  A section titled “Need a Ride?” invites students and community members to join a ride to the polls, meeting at 10:15 AM in the front parking lot.  A box on the right directs viewers to the North Dakota Secretary of State elections website for additional election information. The flyer uses bold lettering, patriotic colors, and civic engagement themes to encourage community participation in voting.
🤼 Wrestling Season is Almost Here! 🤼

Any Alexander students in grades 6-8 who are interested in wrestling this season, along with a parent/guardian, should plan to attend the upcoming MS Boys Wrestling Parent Meeting.

📅 Wednesday, October 21
🕕 6:15 PM
📍 Coyote Neighborhood Lunchroom (Enter through Door 5)

This meeting is important for athletes and families to learn about the upcoming season, expectations, schedules, and other important information.

If your student plans to wrestle this year, please make every effort to attend!

💪 Let's get ready for another great wrestling season! #APSComets #CometPride #WrestlingSeason #AlexandernD
3 days ago, Sheila Cockerham
Flyer for the Williston Junior Coyotes Middle School Boys Wrestling Parent Meeting. The design features a black, white, and orange wrestling theme with a wrestling headgear image in the upper left corner and a wrestling mat at the bottom. The Junior Coyotes logo appears at the top above the headline, “MS Boys' Wrestling Parent Meeting (6th-8th).”  Meeting details include:  October 21 at 6:15 PM Coyote Neighborhood Lunchroom Enter through Door 5  The flyer also lists a contact for questions: William Hall at william.hall@willistonschools.org. Orange and white text with paint-stroke graphics create a bold athletic design throughout the flyer.
📚✨ We Need Your Help to Bring the Scholastic Book Fair to APS! ✨📚

The Scholastic Book Fair is just around the corner, but we need parent volunteers to help make it happen!

📖 Mrs. Gowing is looking for volunteers to help run the Book Fair. Without enough volunteers, we may not be able to host this exciting event for our students.

🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ We need YOU!

Please be on the lookout for a volunteer sign-up sheet coming home soon. If you are interested in helping or would like more information, please contact the school office at 701-828-3334.

Volunteering at the Book Fair is a great way to support our students, promote a love of reading, and be involved in our school community.

Thank you for helping make this event possible for our Comets! ☄️❤️

#APSComets #ScholasticBookFair #CometFamilies #VolunteerOpportunity #ReadersAreLeaders 📚☄️❤️
3 days ago, Sheila Cockerham
Graphic with a black background featuring bold red, white, and gray athletic-style lettering that reads "VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY." A red, white, and gray comet graphic appears in the center. Red and gray paint-stroke accents frame the design along the top-right and bottom-left corners, creating a dynamic school spirit look inspired by Alexander Public School branding.
📚 Parent-Teacher Conferences Reminder 📚

Conference sign-up forms were sent home with students yesterday. Please use the code provided on your form to sign up online for your conference time.

🗓️ Conference Dates: • Tuesday, November 3 | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Thursday, November 5 | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Middle School and High School conferences will be held in the gym from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM and are first-come, first-served. No appointment is necessary for middle or high school conferences.

We look forward to connecting with families and sharing your student's progress. Thank you for partnering with us in your child's education!

❤️🖤 #APSComets #InThisTogether
3 days ago, Sheila Cockerham
Promotional graphic for Alexander Public School Parent/Teacher Conferences. The design features a large red, white, and gray comet across the top on a black background. Bold text reads “Parent/Teacher Conferences.” Conference dates and times are listed as Tuesday, November 3, 4:00 PM-7:00 PM, and Thursday, November 5, 4:00 PM-7:00 PM, with calendar and clock icons beside each date. A red brushstroke banner near the bottom reads “Reserve Your Conference Time Online Today!” Additional text includes “Comets Learn Grow Succeed Together” and “Stronger Together.” The graphic uses Alexander Public School colors of red, white, gray, and black with athletic-style lettering and paint-stroke accents.
🤼☄️ Wrestling Season Is Fast Approaching! ☄️🤼

It's almost time to hit the mat! Students interested in wrestling should take note of the upcoming start dates and make sure they are registered and ready to go.

📅 Wrestling Start Dates: • Boys Grades 6-8: October 26
• Boys Grades 9-12: November 9
• Girls Grades 6-12: November 9

✅ Register online at: www.willistonschools.org

📋 A current sports physical must be on file before participation.

Wrestling is a great opportunity to build strength, discipline, confidence, and teamwork. We are excited to see our Comets compete this season!

If you have questions about wrestling registration or participation, please contact the school office.

Good luck to all of our future wrestlers as the season gets underway! 💪☄️

#APSComets #CometWrestling #GoComets #WrestlingSeason #CometNation 🤼☄️💪
4 days ago, Sheila Cockerham
Flyer from Williston Public School with a black background and orange-and-white school branding. The headline reads "Upcoming Dates" and includes wrestling registration information. Two coyote logos appear near the top of the flyer.  Upcoming dates listed:  Boys Grades 9-12: November 9 Girls Grades 6-12: November 9 Boys Grades 6-8: October 26  The flyer instructs families to register online at www.willistonschools.org and notes that all participants must have a current sports physical on file. Orange accents and scattered orange dots appear throughout the design.
UPDATE TIME:

🏈☄️ Junior High Football Update ☄️🏈

Please note that today's Junior High Football game is an AWAY game at Tioga.

📍 Tioga 🕔 5:30 PM Kickoff

Good luck to our Junior High Comets as they hit the road today! Safe travels to our athletes, coaches, and fans.

Go Comets! ❤️☄️🏈

#APSComets #JuniorHighFootball #CometNation #GoComets #InThisTogether
4 days ago, Sheila Cockerham
Sports-themed graphic with a black background featuring bold red, white, and gray text. A large red, white, and gray comet graphic stretches across the center of the design. The text reads: "Junior High Football Is Away at Tioga Today at 5:30 PM." A football is displayed in the lower left corner, and "Go Comets!" appears in the lower right corner. The graphic uses Alexander Public School colors and a high-energy football design with red paint streaks and bold lettering.
📚 AR Point Reminder for Grades 6-12 📚

Attention students in grades 6-12!

All students must have 15 Accelerated Reader (AR) points earned by 4:00 PM on Tuesday, October 20.

Please complete your AR quizzes and ensure your points are recorded before the deadline. Don't wait until the last minute. Check your progress now and finish strong!

Let's keep reading, Comets! ☄️📖

#APSComets #AcceleratedReader #ReadersAreLeaders #CometPride
8 days ago, Sheila Cockerham
🎃☄️ Trunk or Treat Is Coming to Alexander! ☄️🎃

Get ready for a fun-filled evening of costumes, candy, and community!

The Alexander High School FTC Robotics Team #9963 is excited to host a Trunk or Treat event for families and community members of all ages. 👻🍬🚗

📅 October 29
⏰ 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Alexander Public School Front Parking Lot

Come enjoy: 🎃 Creative trunk displays
🍬 Plenty of candy
👻 Halloween fun for all ages
🤖 Support for our FTC Robotics program
🧡 Time with friends, family, and community members

Think you have a trunk that can wow the crowd? There will be five trunk awards presented for:

🏆 Most Creative
🏆 Scariest
🏆 Spookiest
🏆 Funniest
🏆 Best Overall

🚗 Trunk registration deadline: October 28

Whether you're decorating a trunk, dressing up in costume, or simply stopping by for treats, this is an event you won't want to miss!

🎃👻 We hope to see you there, Comets! 👻🎃

#APSComets #CometPride #TrunkOrTreat #FTCRobotics #CometCommunity #HalloweenFun #AlexanderND #StemEducation #CommunityEvent #GoComets ☄️🎃🍬🤖👻🚗
8 days ago, Sheila Cockerham
Halloween-themed Trunk or Treat flyer for Alexander High School FTC #9963 Robotics Team. The flyer features a large orange and purple “Trunk or Treat” title surrounded by pumpkins, candy, bats, glowing lights, and decorated vehicle trunks. One trunk displays Halloween decorations and treats, while another features a robot and STEM-themed decorations.  Event details include:  October 29 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Alexander Public School Front Parking Lot  The flyer promotes five trunk awards: Most Creative, Scariest, Spookiest, Funniest, and Best Overall.  Additional information states that trunk registration closes on October 28, with registration available by contacting Mrs. White. The flyer highlights costumes, candy, community, and fun for all ages and includes messages such as “Robots Build Communities Too!” and “STEM Creates Brighter Tomorrows.” The design uses bright orange, purple, black, and yellow colors with a festive Halloween atmosphere.
📢 Correction: No Hi-5 or Intervention This Friday

We would like to apologize for the incorrect information that was previously posted.

There will be NO Hi-5 or Intervention on Friday, October 16. There is no school on Friday.

We apologize for any confusion this may have caused and appreciate your understanding. Thank you for helping us share accurate information with our school community.

#APSComets #InThisTogether
8 days ago, Sheila Cockerham
Graphic for Alexander Public School featuring red, gray, and white school colors. The APS logo and a comet appear at the top. In the center, a red prohibition symbol covers two raised hands, indicating cancellation. Large text reads, “No Hi-5 or Intervention,” with a red banner at the bottom that says, “Friday Oct 16th.” The design emphasizes that Hi-5 and Intervention will not take place on October 16.
📰 The Comet Newspaper is Looking for Business Sponsors! 📰

Support student journalism and help make the Comet Newspaper a success! We are currently seeking local business sponsors who would like to partner with our student publication and support opportunities for our students.

Sponsorship is a great way to promote your business while investing in education and our school community.

For more information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Pam Albright at 701-828-3334.

Thank you for supporting APS students and helping the Comet Newspaper grow!

#APSComets #SupportOurStudents #CometNewspaper #CommunityPartners #InThisTogether 🚀📰
9 days ago, Sheila Cockerham
Front page of the September edition of the Comet News student newspaper from Alexander Public School, displayed on a wooden table. The headline highlights “Summer Staff Spotlights!” and recognizes school staff for their work preparing for the new school year. A featured article titled “Student Opinion” by Brooklynn Linseth discusses classroom music and includes student perspectives from Lily VanWhy and Madeline Brownfield. The Alexander Comets logo appears at the top center of the newspaper.
Page 8 of the Comet News student newspaper featuring a “Business Sponsors” section. The page invites local businesses to advertise in the Alexander Public School newspaper and support student journalism. An advertisement explains sponsorship opportunities and lists ad size options, including business card, quarter-page, half-page, and full-page ads, along with dimensions and pricing information. The page is photographed on a wooden tabletop.
🏈☄️ Comet Fans, It's Time to Gear Up for the Playoffs! ☄️🏈

Playoff football apparel orders will be collected tomorrow afternoon through Friday at noon.

Available items include:
✅ T-Shirts
✅ Crewneck Sweatshirts
✅ Hoodies

Sizes will be available in both youth and adult options.

💲 Pricing information will be available soon.

If you're interested in placing an order, please contact Terrille Jacobson at 701-828-3334.

Let's pack the stands in Comet pride and cheer on our team this playoff season! ❤️🤍🏈
#APSComets #CometPride #PlayoffFootball
9 days ago, Sheila Cockerham