Today was a milestone for our seniors! For the first time, those who are 18 had the opportunity to exercise their right to vote—and they did so with pride. All of our seniors took a mini field trip to the local polling location, guided by our enthusiastic Problems of Democracy teacher, Mrs. Severson. This field trip was about more than casting a vote; it was about connecting with the community and understanding the importance of civic participation.
They were greeted warmly by polling officials, who even shared their yummy bars with our seniors. The experience turned what might have felt intimidating into something familiar and exciting. Thank you Mrs. Severson, our students stepped confidently into their roles as young citizens, ready to make their voices heard. We couldn't be prouder of these young leaders, embracing their civic duties and contributing to the democratic process!
If you have signed your student up to attend HI-5 on Friday and they will need the bus to or from, you MUST contact the office no later than Wednesday. You will also need to notify the office if your child will be riding the bus to someone else's house no later than Wednesday. *** STUDENTS WILL ONLY BE PICKED UP OR DROPPED OFF IF A PARENT HAS NOTIFIED THE OFFICE.***
There will NOT be a pep bus going to the district volleyball tournament today.
***Attention Comet Girl Basketball Parents***
If your daughter plans to play basketball this year, please have them sign up in the office. We have a pre-season event scheduled for November 7th and want to make sure everyone is included, so if you please have them sign up by Tuesday we would really appreciate it!
If you have signed your student up to attend HI-5 on Friday and they will need the bus to or from, you MUST contact the office no later than Wednesday. You will also need to notify the office if your child will be riding the bus to someone else's house no later than Wednesday. *** STUDENTS WILL ONLY BE PICKED UP OR DROPPED OFF IF A PARENT HAS NOTIFIED THE OFFICE.***
There is a possibility of a pep bus going to the district volleyball tournament tomorrow. Grades 6-12 may sign up to ride the bus. The bus will leave school at 3:15 and return to school shortly after the Comet volleyball match. Students are responsible for admission and any food purchased at the tournament.
**The pep bus is contingent on finding a driver.
Alexander School Fundraiser for the week of Nov. 04-Nov. 07:
Help us support one of our former teachers, Samantha Vaira, who taught in Alexander for two years, shaping the young minds of our current third and fourth graders. In late July, Mrs. Vaira was diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia and has since faced several rounds of chemotherapy. Recently, she was transferred to MD Anderson in Houston for more specialized treatment. As soon as Mrs. Vaira reaches remission, she will receive her sister's donated stem cells for a transplant.
Here’s How You Can Help:
Staff: Donate $20 to wear jeans all week!
Students: Donate $5 to wear your favorite hat for a week!
All proceeds will go directly to Mrs. Vaira and her family to help with medical and travel expenses during this challenging time. Let’s come together as a school community to show Mrs. Vaira the love and support she’s given to our students.
Thank you for your generosity and compassion!
A notice from the ND State Health and Human Service Department: Be aware that there is an increase in pertussis (whooping cough) cases in children. Since August 1, 2024, North Dakota is reporting 28 cases of pertussis in children, two of which have required hospitalization. While most of these cases have been identified in Cass County, other North Dakota counties are starting to see cases. Unvaccinated children are at an increased risk for severe illness. Infants are at extreme risk for hospitalization and even death from pertussis, and are often exposed by their family members, such as older siblings and parents. Please review this HHS fact sheet https://5il.co/30azh. Individuals showing signs and symptoms of pertussis should be excluded from school and activities and evaluated by their medical provider for pertussis and other respiratory illnesses. Anyone who is diagnosed with pertussis should be excluded from childcare until they have been on antibiotics for five days. Please contact ND Health and Human Service Department at 800-472-2180 with any questions about pertussis
Alexander School Fundraiser for the week of Nov. 04-Nov. 07:
Help us support one of our former teachers, Samantha Vaira, who taught in Alexander for two years, shaping the young minds of our current third and fourth graders. In late July, Mrs. Vaira was diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia and has since faced several rounds of chemotherapy. Recently, she was transferred to MD Anderson in Houston for more specialized treatment. As soon as Mrs. Vaira reaches remission, she will receive her sister's donated stem cells for a transplant.
Here’s How You Can Help:
Staff: Donate $20 to wear jeans all week!
Students: Donate $5 to wear your favorite hat for a week!
All proceeds will go directly to Mrs. Vaira and her family to help with medical and travel expenses during this challenging time. Let’s come together as a school community to show Mrs. Vaira the love and support she’s given to our students.
Thank you for your generosity and compassion!
2024 District 15 Volleyball Tournament Bracket attached below. Come cheer on our Lady Comet's for their first game in the District 15 Volleyball Tournament on October 31st at Williston State College. Go Comet's!
https://5il.co/2zjic
If you have signed your student up to attend HI-5 on Friday and they will need the bus to or from, you MUST contact the office no later than Wednesday. You will also need to notify the office if your child will be riding the bus to someone else's house no later than Wednesday. *** STUDENTS WILL ONLY BE PICKED UP OR DROPPED OFF IF A PARENT HAS NOTIFIED THE OFFICE.***
If you have signed your student up to attend HI-5 on Friday and they will need the bus to or from, you MUST contact the office no later than Wednesday. You will also need to notify the office if your child will be riding the bus to someone else's house no later than Wednesday. *** STUDENTS WILL ONLY BE PICKED UP OR DROPPED OFF IF A PARENT HAS NOTIFIED THE OFFICE.***
Registration time for JH & HS Wrestling (grades 7-12). New this school year, APS has a co-op agreement with Williston Public Schools for JH & HS wrestling. IF your child is a JH or HS wrestler, please read the following information and complete the registration process PRIOR to the start of the season. Junior High wrestling (boys in grades 6-8) starts Oct. 28th and High School wrestling (boys in grades 9-12 & girls in grades 7-12) starts Nov. 11th. You are required to complete the registration process, pay the activity fee & email the registration confirmation to Mrs. Jacobson in order for the school to allow the student to leave for practice/games. You will need a copy of your child's sports physical to upload for registration. If you need a copy, please email Nurse Heen at krista.heen@k12.nd.us to receive a copy. Williston Public School athletic registration link https://willistonhs-ar.rschooltoday.com/
If you have signed your student up to attend HI-5 on Friday and they will need the bus to or from, you MUST contact the office no later than Wednesday. You will also need to notify the office if your child will be riding the bus to someone else's house no later than Wednesday. *** STUDENTS WILL ONLY BE PICKED UP OR DROPPED OFF IF A PARENT HAS NOTIFIED THE OFFICE.***
GET YOUR PLAYOFF FOOTBALL TICKETS IN ADVANCE AND CHEAPER by going to https://gofan.co/app/school/NDHSAA . The NDHSAA is encouraging fans to buy tickets digitally in advance at rates of $10/adult & $5/student instead of at the gate for $15/adult and $5/student. After you purchase your ticket there will be a "use" button, please refrain from hitting it until you are at the gate. All digital tickets bought in advance need to be shown at the gate before entering.
GAME DAY MEDIA once again will be providing coverage of the playoff football game between the Alexander Comets and the WNG Sioux, today at 2:00.
https://www.youtube.com/live/WI4F6uxzwYA?si=PtwCO9GwPWVrOWji
GAME DAY MEDIA once again will be providing coverage of the playoff football game between the Alexander Comets and the WNG Sioux, tomorrow at 2:00.
https://www.youtube.com/live/WI4F6uxzwYA?si=PtwCO9GwPWVrOWji
GET YOUR PLAYOFF FOOTBALL TICKETS IN ADVANCE AND CHEAPER by going to https://gofan.co/app/school/NDHSAA . The NDHSAA is encouraging fans to buy tickets digitally in advance at rates of $10/adult & $5/student instead of at the gate for $15/adult and $5/student.
After you purchase your ticket there will be a "use" button, please refrain from hitting it until you are at the gate. All digital tickets bought in advance need to be shown at the gate before entering.
Halloween is approaching fast! Please remember that latex, peanuts and peanut products are not allowed in the school building IF you are sending treats or toys for your child's classroom Halloween party. Treats must be store bought not homemade. Click on this link to view acceptable treat and snack options https://5il.co/2zoo6
Halloween is approaching fast! Please remember that latex, peanuts and peanut products are not allowed in the school building IF you are sending treats or toys for your child's classroom Halloween party. Treats must be store bought not homemade.
Click on this link to view acceptable treat and snack options https://5il.co/2zoob