ALMS Weekly Update
May 6, 2022 - Information and updates for our families
Note from the Principal's Desk
Dear ALMS Families,
Please take a look at our upcoming dates and our end of week updates and important information as much was added to this iteration of our newsletter!
We would like to remind you that students are required to have MetroCard's in order to ride the Bus. And to please make sure students arrive to school on time as classes start promptly at 8:30am.
As always, remember that you can always stay up-to-date by checking our website.
Mrs. Edwards-Thomas
🕺6th Grade Spring Celebration Dance💃
Tuesday, May 10th the Student Council will host a 6th grade Spring Celebration dance.
The dance will be in the gym periods 8 and 9.
Admission is free.
Snacks and ALMS sweatshirts and sweatpants will be for sale.
📆 Important Dates
May Dates:
- 6th Grade Dance - Tuesday, May 10
- ALMS PTA - Wednesday, May 11
- ALMS Book Fair - Wednesday, May 11 - Click here for more information
- Student/Faculty Volleyball Game - Thursday, May 12
- Showbiz Kids - Thursday, May 12 @ 7pm / Friday, May 13 @ 7pm / Saturday, May 14 @ 3pm / Saturday, May 14 @ 7pm
- Poetry Out Loud Returns! - Monday, May 16
- School Budget Vote - Tuesday, May 17
- 7th Grade Dance - Wednesday, May 18
- 6th & 7th Grade Spring Concert - Thursday, May 19
- 8th Grade Science Performance Test - Monday-Wednesday, May 23-25
June Dates:
- 8th Grade Dance - Wednesday, June 1
- 8th Grade Spring Concert - Thursday, June 2
- 8th Grade Science Assessment - Monday, June 6
- 8th Grade Visit to NRHS - Tuesday, June 7
- 8th Grade Awards Night - Wednesday, June 8
- 7th Grade Field Trip to Playland - Thursday, June 9
- 8th Grade Field Trip to Holiday Hills - Thursday, June 9
- 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony - Wednesday, June 22
- Karen Johnson Library Dedication - Thursday, June 23
See our School Calendar for more events
🍃Spring Fest was a Roaring Success!🌱
Check out the gallery of the gorgeous event.
A special thank yo tot eh ALMS PTA for hosting this fun event to welcome spring to Gerada Lane. A speical shout out to Ms. Deluca and Ms. Goldstein for organizing today.
🏫Upcoming 8th Grade Activities🎒
PAVE Updates: Coming to ALMS on Friday, May 20th
🏀New Rochelle Basketball Update🏀
🗒️ALMS Finals Schedule🗒️
If you would like to learn more about SEPTA Meetings and Events please click the button above.
ALMS Book Fair
Join us at the ALMS Book Fair on Wednesday, May 11th outside the main entrance!
Parents, to assist at the Book Fair, please sign up using this link.
For Students:
This is only ONE DAY during your lunch period. Be sure to make note of it in your agenda so you remember to bring cash or the code for your e-wallet. We also accept credit/debit cards. NO CHECKS from parents. This is a good time to buy some books for SUMMER READING.
See you there!
P.S. - online shopping is open May 10 - May 23. This is a good way to make sure you get the books you really want if they are not in the fair or if you were absent.
Chromebook Responsibilities
To ALMS Parents and Students,
As a Middle School student, you are required to come to school with your district-provided chromebook charged. The district-provided chromebook is also your responsibility; if it's in your backpack, locker, on a bus, or at home, you must keep it protected from being damaged or lost/stolen.
Please refer to the Device Loaner Form, which you have signed with your parent/guardian, and review the terms and conditions listed on the form both inside and outside of school (scroll down to the bottom of the form to see all terms and conditions).
To all parents/guardians, please speak with your child regarding Chromebook care and responsibilities. Some of the computers are damaged due to students spilling liquids, tossing them to the ground during recess, getting knocked around in a backpack, or dropping them. Damaged Chromebooks are subject to fees. You may want to consider purchasing a case as was indicated on the school supply list.
Tutor.com Details below:
Tutor.com is available for free to all City School District of New Rochelle students and has proven to be an essential tool for students in all school district schools. At the community meeting, we will outline Tutor.com’s numerous benefits and academic support services, and provide information for both new users and those already familiar with the service.
The program will be available in English and Spanish and will be hosted by Executive Principal John Barnes. Edward Castro, City School District of New Rochelle Director of Family and Community Engagement and Kara Hall, Senior Director of Customer Success for Tutor.com, will do presentations at the meeting.
Math and Science are the most common subjects for which help is requested. Students have been tutored in a variety of subjects, including Spanish and French, Advanced Placement U.S. History, Poetry, Statistics, and many more. New Rochelle students also receive help with studying and life skills, such as taking notes and managing time.
During sessions, students connect with live, one-to-one tutors in English or Spanish, and can receive assistance in:
Homework
Extra-credit projects
Critiques of written reports before submission in class
Practice tests to gauge mastery on subjects or prep for standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT or Advanced Placement exams
If a student is absent but well enough to do schoolwork, and doesn’t have access to a teacher, Tutor.com can help
Tutors can guide students regarding best practices for studying or how to best understand and tackle an assignment
Students can access Tutor.com 24/7 by signing into their school district devices, accessing the school district’s launchpad, and clicking the Tutor.com icon. Students using a non-district-provided device must sign into Launchpad (https://launchpad.classlink.com/nredlearn) first, then click the Tutor.com icon.
Students and parents love having the support of Tutor.com. Here is some of the feedback received:
“This is a parent’s best friend. This is the most amazing thing the district has offered and allows everyone the same opportunity and access to help, which gives every student an opportunity to thrive no matter their socio-economic status. I'm so grateful as a parent; this has been an answer to my prayers. It's a fortune to pay tutors, and now, she has one right at home right at her fingertips. THANK YOU!!!!” – Parent
“I think this service really helps a lot of students who may be struggling and offers a great way for students to get help if they aren't able to go to extra help after school.” – Algebra student
“This tutor recommended things I never thought of… These tips, I believe, are going to help tremendously! Thank you, Tutor.com!” – Student seeking studying tips
For more information, email Executive Principal John Barnes at johnbarnes@nredlearn.org.
Law Enforcement as a Career? Apply to Youth Academy
The New Rochelle Police Department, in collaboration with the New Rochelle Youth Bureau, will be conducting a Mentors in Blue Learn & Earn Police Academy. New Rochelle residents ages 14 to 17 are welcome. Learn more by clicking on the flyer, and apply at newrochelleny.com/youthjobs.
🌳Planting Trees at ALMS🌲
In honor of the 150th anniversary of Arbor Day, Almstead Tree Company donated a Sugar Maple Tree. We planted it in the Huguenot courtyard with the help of Ms. Bryant, Dr. Olander and Ms. Ceglio-Chillemi's classes.
About us
Please feel free to click on the links above and below to learn more about our school.
Website: https://albertleonard.nred.org/o/alms
Location: 25 Gerada Ln, New Rochelle, New York 10804, USA
Phone: (914) 576-4339
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newrochelleschools/
Twitter: @NewRochelleEd