Eagle Weekly for Oct. 26-31

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about 4 hours ago, Alma Area Schools
Eagle head logo in blue, white and red
Eagles football plays Bangor at Pepin tonight for round one of playoffs. Good luck Eagles and play hard!
about 6 hours ago, Emma McMahon
A maroon-and-red football poster featuring a player adjusting a red helmet with a bright blue face mask and a team logo. Large white and dark maroon lettering reads “GAME DAY.” Text in the upper-left corner announces Pepin-Alma vs. Bangor at Pepin High on Friday, October 23, with kickoff at 7 p.m., alongside both teams’ logos.

Tuesday the 20th was the day to come hear some music! Both band and choir's sixth, seventh, and eighth grade performed in their first concert of the year. From the vocals of the fall season such as "Stick Season" to the upbeat tempo of "Happy", the middle school shared their best music to all families and friends who attended in support of the students and Alma's music program. We're looking forward to the next performance, see you there! Go Eagles!

about 22 hours ago, Olivia Austin
Lorna Lisowski and Joan Draxler Ruff posing in front of the Eagle logo.
Choir students preparing to sing.

Cant make it to the volleyball Regional game tonight? That's okay! The Volleyball game tonight at Columbus Catholic will be live streamed. Go Eagles.


https://youtube.com/live/PsMRCUn3Pfo?feature=share

about 22 hours ago, Emma McMahon

Monday the 19th was a beautiful day for the elementary's Track and Field day! From high jump to relay racing, the entire elementary student body was given the opportunity to participate in some friendly competition and enjoy the day outside. Split up into grade groups, each student was able to choose the events they wanted to compete in, including high jump, long jump, jump rope, softball throw, frisbee toss, hurdles, 50 meter dash, 100 meter dash, 400 meter dash, and relay. Congratulations to all our event winners as well!

This event was a blast, all thanks to Phy. Ed. teacher Tim Ruff, paraprofessional Hailee Mcquistion, student aide Melanie Inglett, student volunteers: Hunter Schmalzriedt, Garret Krause, Max Carothers, Kevin Bauer, Anders Johansen, Macy Stewart, Nessa Noll, Alivia Elliott, Emma McMahon, Alexis Koch, Olivia Larson, and many more. A huge thank you to all those who took time off their day to come out and watch too! It truly does make all the difference.

We would like to give special shout-outs to all the organizations and people who contributed as well: Dairyland Power, the Alma P.I.E. Club, Chippewa Valley Sporting Goods, Betty Glander and Rivermen Industries, and more.

1 day ago, Olivia Austin
Softball throw.
Students jumping hurdles.
Kindergarten through first grade holding up their ribbons.
A girl jump-roping.
Four students racing against each other.
Two students petting a golden retriever.
A girl mid-jump.
A boy mid jump, ready to land on a thick red mat.
Two girls standing front of a sign that says "long jump".

Last week the junior high class took a trip to the Alma Public Library to pick out some books to read and to enjoy the new space. There, they were able to browse among the available titles in both the young adult and adult sections to find books. They also were given the chance to ask one of the library staff to search for a specific book or series that was of interest to them and request to hold it. All such amazing things at the library! A special shout-out and thank you to the library director: Laura, and all of the library staff who collaborated with the school to make trips like these possible!

1 day ago, Olivia Austin
Five boys sitting together under a rainbow mural all with books in their hands.
Two boys sitting together on a purple couch with blue cushions, both holding books. One holds a swan plush and the other has multiple on his chest.
The Lady Eagles head to Marshfield to take on Columbus Catholic for Regional Level two. Good luck ladies and play hard. Go Eagles!
1 day ago, Emma McMahon
Volleyball game promotional graphic announcing the Eagles versus Columbus Catholic in a Regional Level 2 match on Thursday, October 22, at 7 p.m. A volleyball player wearing a black Eagles jersey with number 22 is pictured from behind, reaching up to block a volleyball. The design features bold red and navy lettering, an Eagles logo, and a white background with subtle geometric patterns.
The Lady Eagles head to Eleva-Strum tonight. Good luck Eagles and play hard!
3 days ago, Emma McMahon
Regional game day volleyball poster featuring a female player in a white jersey and black shorts bumping a volleyball against a royal blue background. Bold white text reads “REGIONALS GAME DAY” and “EAGLES VS. CARDINALS.” The poster includes an eagle mascot logo, red and blue accents, and the event details: Tuesday, October 20th, varsity at 7, at Menomonie High School.
6th-8th grade has a concert tonight, Monday, October 19th. Tune in to this link to watch our amazing middle schoolers perform!

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4 days ago, Melissa Krzoska
Congratulations on the elementary student of the week for this week: Elouise Green! The only daughter of Kiera and William "Bill" Green, Elouise has begun third grade this year and has been greatly enjoying switching classrooms throughout the school day for a change of scenery. With two dogs, one goldfish, and two turtles---one baby and one adult---Elouise's family has plenty of action. She enjoys challenging her mind by solving complex 100-piece puzzles in her free time, though TV and YouTube time are also appreciated. Despite her favorite class being mathematics, Elouise looks forward to achieving her dream job of either a dance instructor or singer. Due to this, she hopes to hone her vocal skills in choir in middle school. Her favorite food is the mini pancakes that her father makes, and her favorite drink is flavorful lemonade that doesn't have too much sugar in it. Otherwise, her favorite color and animal are as follows: teal and elephants. Great job Elouise! We look forward to seeing you succeed!
4 days ago, Olivia Austin
A smiling child stands against a tiled hallway wall in a bright floral dress, black cap, and pink sneakers, creating a cheerful, confident mood.
This week's student of the week is sixth grader Finnian Smith. Finn is the youngest son of Matt and Marcy Smith and the younger brother of Josh. Finn has three dogs and five cats. He really enjoys spending his free time out in nature camping; he also enjoys playing basketball, baseball, football, and also playing the drums. Finn's favorite class is Social Studies, and this year he's most looking forward to the last day of school festivities. When Finn grows up, he wants to be a cartoonist. Congratulations, Finn, and keep up the good work.
4 days ago, Emma McMahon
A student stands smiling in a school hallway beside an open classroom door. He wears a green T-shirt over a blue long-sleeve shirt, black pants, and tan shoes. Colorful decorative skull banners hang above the doorway, and desks and chairs are visible inside the classroom.
Sorry for the late posting. Here is the Eagle Weekly for this week! Good luck to the Eagles Volleyball and Football as they start playoffs this week and XC at their conference meet!

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5 days ago, Alma Area Schools
Eagle head logo in blue, white and red

Congratulations to this week's high school Alma Pride winners!

7 days ago, Olivia Austin
Six students pose for a picture, all holding a prize.
Big congratulations to our very own Joan (DR) Draxler Ruff on receiving the 2026 Wisconsin Award for Excellence in Teaching Music. Were so greatful to have you!

WSMA and WMEA congratulate Draxler-Ruff on receiving this award and extend their gratitude for her service to music education.


For more information about WSMA and WMEA, go to wsmamusic.org and wmeamusic.org.
7 days ago, Emma McMahon
Black and gold congratulatory graphic honoring Joan Draxler-Ruff, music educator for the Alma and Pepin School Districts, as the recipient of the 2026 Wisconsin School Music Association and Wisconsin Music Educators Association Award for Excellence in Teaching Music. The design features her portrait in a gold frame, musical notes and staff lines, gold flourishes, and sparkling accents. The text recognizes her nearly 40 years of instrumental music teaching, dedication to inspiring students, and achievement of 55% student participation in her music program.
The WKAP Cross Country Team had an outstanding meet at the Plainview-Elgin-Millville Invitational. Griffin Riesgraf continued his high level of running excellence as he finished 2 nd overall with his fastest time ever. Riesgraf covered the 5000 meters in 15:47 to establish new school records for Wabasha as well as for Alma-Pepin. The time ranks 5th in Minnesota in the Division 3 class. Following Riesgraf in the meet were: Fritz Riesgraf (Pepin), 12th in 16:51, a PR; Bryson Hoolihan (ALMA), 15th in 17:12, a PR; Collin Walstrom (Alma), 43rd in 19:31, a PR; and Maddox Bork (Alma), 45th in 19:37. The Falcon Girls and Boys teams will compete next in the Three Rivers Conference Meet at St. Charles on Thursday, October 22.
7 days ago, Melissa Krzoska

The Eagles head to Auburndale in tonight's last regular season game. Good luck Eagles and play hard!

7 days ago, Emma McMahon
A football player wearing a blue jersey and red helmet reaches to catch a football against a vibrant orange sunset in a packed stadium. Large white text reads “GAME DAY.” The poster advertises a Friday, October 16, 7:00 PM football game between Pepin-Alma and Auburndale, with both teams’ logos displayed near the bottom.

Fall clean-up has come! This Wednesday, the juniors and seniors assisted their community in enhancing and tidying their space as winter is quickly approaching. On Wednesday the 14th, students assisted Enhance volunteers in outdoor maintenance, weeding, and other yard work around the Alma town. This included both the cemeteries, the main street, and the 2nd Street wall. Thank you to all the volunteers, including our very own students, who helped keep their community orderly and ready for winter!

7 days ago, Olivia Austin
A large group of students and adults pose together for a photo outdoors on a sidewalk at the base of a hillside. Behind them are a green building, stone retaining walls, trees, and a long concrete staircase with white railings. Several people are smiling, and some are holding water bottles, snacks, and personal belongings.
Our thoughts, prayers, and heartfelt condolences go out to the family, friends, and loved ones of the Brion family during this devastating time.

As a tight-knit Rivermen family, our hearts remain tied to those who have walked our halls. A loss like this reaches deeply into the heart of our entire Alma community.

We stand together in grieving this unimaginable loss and holding the Brion family in our hearts.
#RivermenFamily #AlmaPride
9 days ago, Alma Area Schools
A person that looks like a Riverman holding an ax on his white shoulder and an anchor in his left arm. He has a black and red checkered shirt with a red tassel hat.
St. Elizabeth’s Auxiliary is hosting a gently used jewelry and Halloween costume sale on Friday, October 16, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Sister Gerina Room at Emplify Health by Gundersen, 1200 Grand Blvd. W., Wabasha. The sale is open to the public, and proceeds will support the newly added chemotherapy department by helping provide patients with port access shirts.
9 days ago, Steph Noll
The top of the flyer features Halloween-themed graphics including cobwebs, bats, and spiders. Two photos show beaded jewelry displays on mannequins and trays alongside a rack of children's Halloween costumes, including a witch outfit and a plastic pumpkin bucket. Flyer Text Details:Event Title: St. Elizabeth's Auxiliary Presents Gently Used Jewelry & Halloween Costume Sale. Shop a great selection of gently used jewelry and Halloween costumes for all ages! Date & Time: Friday, October 16 from 8 A.M. to 4 P.M. Location: Sister Gerina Room, Emplify Health by Gundersen, 1200 Grand Blvd. W., Wabasha. Event Details: Open to the public — everyone is welcome! Cash or check payment only (payable to St. Elizabeth's Auxiliary). Great Finds Include: Jewelry, costumes for all ages, accessories, and more. Cause: Proceeds will go towards our newly added Chemotherapy Department to provide patients with port access shirts. The bottom is decorated with fall leaves and pumpkins.
Big shout-out to our seventh- and eighth-grade volleyball teams as they wrapped up their season on Monday. Congratulations, girls, and go Eagles.

9 days ago, Emma McMahon
The volleyball team poses for a group photo in a gym, with players wearing red and blue jerseys and black shorts alongside their coach in a blue polo shirt. They stand and kneel in front of blue wall padding with an eagle logo and senior volleyball posters displayed above them.
Six young volleyball players pose together in red jerseys and black shorts on a gym floor. Three players stand in the back row and three kneel in the front, smiling in front of blue wall padding featuring the school's eagle logo.