On Thursday after our early release, some of our elementary students spent the afternoon at Riverman Clubhouse! They had fun decorating cookies and enjoying them for a snack. Next, they got to watch how popcorn is made in the concession room. After that, they enjoyed popcorn and a movie. They also spent time making some fun fall crafts!
It was a fun afternoon at Riverman Clubhouse!
about 13 hours ago, Olivia Austin
Veterans Day is here! In honor of all those who have served our country, Alma is hosting its annual Veterans Day program, beginning at 9 AM on Wednesday, November 11th in the Alma Area Schools Gymnasium. Come show your support and pride for everyone who has served in the United States Armed Forces and attend the program, supported by the American Legion Post 224, Sons of the American Legion, Alma Legion Auxiliary, Quilts of Valor Foundation, Alma-Pepin High School Band, Alma-Pepin High School Choir, Alma Student Council, and Alma Area Schools Administration.
Thank you to all veterans and other military personnel who serve us and our country.
Grace Blank, sophomore at Alma Area Schools and granddaughter of two veterans says, “They loved [the Veterans Day program]. When they got the information that they were selected to receive Quilts of Valor, my grandparents were honored and felt recognized by their community. I have never seen them so happy and proud of their service to our country. They even hung those quilts on the wall.”
about 13 hours ago, Olivia Austin
On November 7th at the Majestic Oaks Golf Club in Ham Lake, MN the Riesgraf brothers: Griffin and Fritz, competed in the Boys 5000 Meter Class A Championship. Representing our own Wabasha-Kellogg-Alma-Pepin (WKAP) Falcons, they led the team to their historically best season. Fritz Riesgraf placed 64th with a second best time of 17:14. Griffin Riesgraf, with also his second best time of 16:16, placed 12th, thus winning him All-State Honors! This was the final meet of the season. Congratulations to the Riesgraf brothers as well as all of the WKAP runners who participated this season!
about 19 hours ago, Olivia Austin
Congratulations to the following Alma and Pepin Senior Band students for being selected to the UW-Eau Claire Honors Band on Saturday, November 7 at the Pablo Center: Alma: Olivia Austin, clarinet, and Lorna Lisowski, oboe. Pepin: Roark Rundquist, percussion. Excellent job!
1 day ago, Joan Draxler-Ruff
Join the Child Care Partnership at the Alma Public Library this Wednesday for another Play & Learn session.
2 days ago, Steph Noll
Freshman Liam Kosik is this week’s high school student of the week. Congratulations! An outdoorsman and athlete, Liam spends his time either hunting or on the field. Currently, he participates in deer and duck hunting, though he looks forward to hunting elk and bear as well. Liam is also a quad-sport athlete: basketball, baseball, football, and golf. Otherwise, he plays the alto saxophone in our high school band. In school, he enjoys Phy. Ed. the most since, as previously established, he is highly active. Otherwise, Liam is prepared to get through his freshman year and is excited to be in high school. He has a large family, which includes his parents: Heather and Royce, two siblings: Shea and Finley, and their pets: River, Lottie, and three cats. Additionally, Liam loves medium-rare steak and Dr. Pepper along with the color blue and dogs. Congratulations Liam!
2 days ago, Olivia Austin
This week's elementary school student of the week is kindergartener Gianna Meyers. Gianna is the daughter of Jada Meyers and Adam Clark. She has six other siblings she gets to play and spend time with. At school, Gianna's favorite classes are the ones with Mrs. Mueller. She is also very happy to be back in school and to play with her friends. After school, she likes to do arts and crafts and play with her mom, her biggest influence. She says her mom is the best mom ever because she always plays with her. Gianna loves playing, but she knows she wants to be a doctor when she grows up, so she can help people and make them feel better. Congratulations, Gianna, and keep up the good work!
2 days ago, Emma McMahon
3 days ago, Alma Area Schools
Storytime at the Public Library will be Friday, November 13.
5 days ago, Steph Noll
Congrats to this week's elementary Alma Pride: Shaelynn, Ensley M., Emmett, Connor, Bryer, Ben O!
5 days ago, Olivia Austin
Thanksgiving is the season of selflessness, so come and give blood here in Alma next monday! Blood donations help save millions of lives each year, all over the world. No matter your blood type, even if you don’t know it, any pint helps.
Anyone the age of 17 and up, over 110 pounds, and in general good health can give blood. In the state of Wisconsin, 16 year olds can also give blood with parental permission. While the donation itself varies per person, it only takes an average of five to eight minutes to fill a pint.
Get into the season of giving by donating blood at the Alma Lutheran Church (709 S Second St, Alma, WI 54610) on Monday the 9th. Schedule today at
www.redcross.org or on the Blood Donor app!
8 days ago, Olivia Austin
A special shout out to Junior Lorna Lisowski for her participation in the Wisconsin School Music Association (WSMA) High School State Honors Project! This is her fourth time being accepted into this prestigious program, which includes a four day summer camp in June and continuous practice, all leading up to a high-profile performance within the UW-Madison campus as a part of the Wisconsin State Music Conference. The concert was on the 29th of October this year. For instrumentalists, a position in either the band, jazz band, and orchastra were available, and Lorna has been a part of both the band and orchastra. Congratulations on this amazing accomplishment Lorna and thank you to all her family, friends, and mentors who support her!
8 days ago, Olivia Austin
It's almost the end of the Trimester! That means that parent-teacher conferences are quickly coming up. Make sure you sign up for meetings with your children's teachers this week on Thursday the 5th from 3pm to 8pm or Friday the 6th from 8am to 11am.
Sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/8 days ago, Olivia Austin
Thursday, October 29th, the MSHSL Section 1A meet took place at the Northern Hills Golf Course in Rochester, Minnesota. After all the hardship, the Wabasha-Kellogg-Alma-Pepin Falcons pushed through one of the argueably toughest sections in Class A cross country and finished at 4th place with 128 points. This is the highest level in Falcon cross country history. The top three were as follows: LARPH and Winona Cotter tied for 1st with 72 points, and Pacelli was 3rd with 99 points.
Within this race, two WKAP runners qualified for state: Griffin Riesgraf, 5th place with an overall of 16:38, and Fritz Riesgraf, 11th place with 17:15 in the 5000 meter course. Following them were Bryson Hoolihan (17th in 17:37), George Christianson (35th in 18:27), Maddox Bork (60th in 19:33), Collin Walstrom (96th in 21:10), and Evan Becker (108th in 21:55).
Contratulations boys! We'll be watching the Riesgrafs compete at the state level on Saturday November 7th at the Majestic Oaks Golf Course in Ham Lake, Minnesota at 1 o'clock.
8 days ago, Olivia Austin
Congratulations to Eric, Murphy, Josie, Ollie L., Drew, and Eli for winning Alma Pride!
9 days ago, Olivia Austin
"Lorna's Crew" traveled to Madison with Mrs Burrow on Thursday, October 29 to attend Lorna's state honors concert. They had a great day filled with the UW experience and met up with Mrs Draxler-Ruff and Alma Alumni, Isabella Olson. Pictured with Lorna are: Brynn Midtovne, Olivia Austin, Victoria Austin, Sarah Burrow, Emma Olson, and Isabella Olson.
9 days ago, Joan Draxler-Ruff
Congratulations to Lorna Lisowski, daughter of Pat and Amp Lisowski, for participating in the 2026 Wisconsin State Honors Orchestra! This is Lorna's 3rd year participating in the state honors program. She was selected after preparing an extensive audition consisting of memorized scales, an etude, class A oboe solo, and sight reading. Lorna was chosen as one of the best oboists in the state!! Congratulations Lorna. You represented yourself and Alma High School with great pride. We are all so proud of you!
9 days ago, Joan Draxler-Ruff
Rivermen Clubhouse has availability for more families to join our after school care program! We run from after school until 5:30 PM on days when school is in session. We'll also be open 1:00-5:30 PM on Thursday, November 2 to coincide with early release. Please reach out to Steph at nollst@alma.k12.wi.us for more information and to sign up.
9 days ago, Steph Noll
Congratulations to third-grader Murphy Curtis. Murphy is the daughter of Joe and Sam and the sister to three siblings. Going to her grandma's to play with the cats and catching frogs are some of her favorite pastimes, especially with her little sister Piper. This year, Murphy is moving to her new house by her grandma's and can't wait. When she's at school, she loves Phy Ed. with Mr. Ruff, and to stay active outside of school, Murphy likes to play softball in the summer. When she grows up, she wants to be a photographer and take pictures of all the beautiful things around her. Murphy looks up to her hard-working and caring aunt, even calling her her biggest influence. She says her aunt has done a lot of very hard but cool things, like moving from Wisconsin to Texas. Way to go, Murphy, and keep up the outstanding work!
9 days ago, Emma McMahon
Congratulations to junior Imani Lopez-Elliott for winning high school student of the week! Daughter of Addie and Gabriel, Imani has a full year in front of her. With the aim to study early education, she looks forward to her goal of attending a four year college and taking a semester abroad in Europe. She is also interested in tutoring younger children. As of right now however, her favorite class is yearbook, and she is excited for Christmas break. Imani is in both volleyball and dance, specifically pom and kick, and she has a lyrical solo that she hopes to take to state competition. Despite her favorite color being purple, Imani favors the deep red coat of a fox. She also loves Alfredo and hot chocolate. Great job Imani! We look forward to seeing your future achievements.
9 days ago, Melissa Krzoska
