Wisconsin Remembers: A Face for Every Name at the American Legion Post 224 on September 23 and 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Learning to read is a lot of fun especially with a partner! 2nd graders have been having fun practicing their reading skills.
Alma Homecoming Volleyball Game
The energy was soaring at the Alma High School as the Alma-Pepin Eagles and the Boyceville Bulldogs faced off for Alma’s homecoming on Monday night. Both the Eagles and the Bulldogs came in off a loss, hoping to get back on the right track. The Eagles had to change their lineup last minute as their setter, Bella Post, went down with an ankle injury during warmups. The Eagles didn’t let that stop them as they came out strong winning the first set 25-19. Even though the Bulldogs are a young team, they rely heavily on their underclassmen. The Bulldog’s sophomore Chelsi Holden had 11 kills and freshmen Aubrey Malean had 19 digs. Alma-Pepin’s stats are just as impressive, with senior Wallice Helmen having 14 kills, and junior Allidiah Luff having 17 digs. The Eagles weren’t settled with just winning one set; they went on to win the second set 25-19 and the third set 25-17. Alma-Pepin is excited to have a win in their record and hope to carry this winning energy on to their next game on Tuesday at Alma-Center Lincoln.
The Sophomore Science Class went on a field trip to Riecks Lake Park. Even though it is a mile down the road, students still gained a lot of knowledge. The goal was to get soil samples and to make a grid search. The class did this to learn how Scientists do their research.
Eagles Keep Rolling
Pepin-Alma has been one of the most prolific offenses in the state through the early part of the 2023 football season. Friday night in Augusta, the Eagle defense took center stage, as the defending Dairyland conference champions blanked the Beavers 39-0. The Eagle offense showed some signs of their early season dominance, yet at the same time, endured some penalties, allowed 2 sacks, and had the team’s first turnover in four games that led to adversity that this year’s squad had not yet dealt with. “We missed out on a couple of scoring opportunities in the first half,” said Eagles head coach Mike Olson. “Our mistakes kept us from executing. We came back with two very nice drives in the second half. Our defense was solid all night,” Olson added. It was not all doom and gloom for the Eagles offense, that outgained the Beavers 409 to 102 on the night. Demetrius Bergmann rushed for 189 yards on 18 carries and scored 3 TDs. Madox Stewart found fellow senior Evan Olson for an additional 3 scores through the air. Stewart was a very efficient 11-15 passing for 152 yards and also added 36 rushing yards and a 2-point conversion run after PA’s 1st TD. Olson hauled in 10 receptions for 126 yards. On defense, Stewart and Bergmann combined for 28 tackles from their inside linebacker spots. Defensive end Jameson Riesgraf recorded 9 stops, and sophomore linebacker Jake Komisar added 7 tackles. Defensive coordinator Troy Ingli was happy with his team’s performance. “This was our best performance on the defensive side of the ball. We are still learning and need to keep improving, but we are heading in the
correct direction as we near the halfway point of the season,” Ingli said. Other players weighed in on the team’s performance. “I think we have great leadership on this team,” said center and defensive lineman Grant Hoffer. “When you are a leader, younger players look at you and gain confidence. We are playing with confidence right now.”
Bergmann, who has scored 12 touchdowns through four games, is looking forward to the challenges that lie ahead for the season. “We took care of business tonight, but we need to keep improving.” The Eagles will host Independence/Gilmanton on Friday. It will be Homecoming in Alma and kick-off is set for 7 p.m.
By Screech McNeil
Thank you Briar Golden from Land Management for coming to visit with the fifth graders. They had a lot of fun learning about the land and making soil with your secret recipe!
See the attached flyer for details about the Music Club's Tailgate Party
Here are 10 more photos from the 2nd ANNUAL ALMA AREA COMMUNITY FEST.
2nd ANNUAL Alma Area Community Fest
The Community Relations Committee, the School Board and the administration from the Alma School District sincerely 'THANK' the community organizations, the school personnel and ALL who volunteered for the 2nd Annual Community Fest. The pictures show some of the fun but not all because this app limits the pictures to a total of 10 uploads per post.
The B4 class jumped right in with their learning on how to use scissors, glue, crayons, and using their own imagination to create alligators for their first alphabet craft of the year!
Reminder-Alma Community Fest Tomorrow-Sunday, Sept. 10 from Noon - 3:00 at the Alma Rod and Gun Club!
The Alma Area Community Fest will have a 'Music Walk' at the end. Do you remember the traditional "Cake Walk?" This Music Walk at the Community Fest is similar. Our music is the school song, "The Notre Dame Victory March" and the prizes are t-shirts --instead of cakes. Thank you, Kori, for holding up one of the t-shirt designs.
The Out of School Time program called 'Rivermen Quests' began on Sept. 7th after school. The students started on a project called "I've Got that Geometry Bug." Students are learning about insects, analyzing the geometrical aspects of various insect bodies, naming attributes of geometry shapes AND, in the end, the project based result will be a student 3D designed insect. Each will be named, and the students will write about a day in the life of this geometry bug. Here are few pictures of the students using shapes to create insects.
Alma Homecoming 2023 week Schedule
Lady Eagles Lose Season Opener To Spring Valley
Eagles opened up the season against the Division 3 Cardinals on Tuesday Night in Pepin. The Spring Valley Cardinals started hot with number 8, Mara Ducklow, and number 11, Charli Vanasee, leading the way. Mara Ducklow had an outstanding 13-kill game, as well as Charli Vanasee with 11 kills. The Eagles’ number 7, Lundyn Carlson, had a phenomenal 17 digs. The Cardinals won the first set 25-15. The Cardinals continued to march. They won the second set 25-11 as well as the third 25-13. After interviewing some students from Pepin-Alma one said, “There is plenty of room for improvement.” Senior Lundyn Carlson said, “There is a lot of room for improvement, we just need some time.” Lundyn also said, “We need to get more blocks.” The Cardinals play against Baldwin Woodville on Thursday, September 7. The Eagles are ready to come back strong on Thursday, September 7, against Eleva Strum at Alma for their first conference game of the season.
Pepin-Alma Eagles First Conference Victory
The Friday night lights were shining at Pepin on September 1st for the first conference matchup between the Pepin-Alma Eagles and the Eleva-Strum Cardinals. The Pep band and dance team added to the excitement with their exceptional performances. Senior Jackson Riesgraf started the Eagle's opening drive off strong with a 36-yard touchdown. Jackson continued to have a great performance throughout the game as he added two more touchdowns in the first half. The Cardinals answered back as Alex Anderson ran the ball into the endzone. The Cardinals junior quarterback, Brennen Hanner scored Eleva-Strum a touchdown in the second quarter as well. Evan Olson responded by completing a 40-yard run on a counterplay. By halftime, Pepin-Alma built the lead up 40-14. Eagles senior quarterback Madox Stewart states, “The first half was tough. They ran the ball and hit harder than we were expecting, but in the second half we made an improvement and came ready to play”. Although up by 37, the Eagles weren't done yet. Demetrius Bergmann, went on to score with a 62-yard run. Evan Olson added to the fun with another 35-yard run to the endzone. As the lead grew, the Eagle's defense began to incorporate some of their younger players including sophomores Nash Komisar with a fumble recovery and Cole Mcquiston with an interception. Pepin-Alma secured the win with a 54-14 final score. On Friday, September 8th, the Eagles will travel to Augusta for their next conference game.
Article written by Tori Creighton and Maven Coey
Photo courtesy of Heidi Stewart
Volleyball Live Stream for Thursday, September 7
Eagle Volleyball tonight @ Alma vs Eleva-Strum starts at approximately 6:00 p.m.
Pep Band will perform during pregame.
Live stream can be found at the following link:
https://fan.hudl.com/United-States/WI/Pepin/organization/12456/Pepin-Alma-High-School/video
When you get to the page, look for the broadcast(s) for tonight labeled Eleva Strum. There will be a separate JV and Varsity broadcast.
Go Eagles!
Thank you to our Streaming sponsors:
Bank of Alma
Dairyland Power
Lake Pepin Real Estate
Greater Insurance
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The Alma FFA will host an animal exhibit at the Alma Area Community Fest this Sunday. What type of animals will be there? At least one of each of the following have been signed up: goats, pigs, calves, sheep, poultry and a dog. Mark your calendars. It's Sunday from noon to 3:00PM at the Alma Rod & Gun Club.
