Alex Public Schools Wellness Center will be closed today due to APS hosting the Class C FB Semifinals.
Thank you.
Alex cheerleaders, Sage Heldermon and Cale Beckham, are in New York City this week to be part of one of the Big Apple's most time-honored Thanksgiving traditions. They were named All Star at cheer camp and given the opportunity to join cheerleaders from across the country to perform in the 97th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. They are part of the Spirit of America performance. Keep an eye out for them! We're proud of you, ladies!
Don't forget! If you would like to be a secret fan, please email Diana Boatwright at [email protected] as soon as possible! More information will be emailed as it comes available.
Congratulations to the 7th Grade Boys BB Team and Coaches Hollingshed and Byrne. They went 3-1 this week in the Dibble Tournament to finish 3rd. Their only loss was in OT.
7th Grade Girls and Coach James went 2-2. They battled hard and gained valuable experience.
Very proud of our teams!
Students and staff were recognized for attendance and accomplishments today during Longhorn Pride! Attached are pictures of HS and JH Academic teams, JH students, HS students, and teachers with perfect attendance, Mr. Tolson with Abby Pettijohn, who placed 9th at the National FFA Convention, and Mr. Tolson with Kenzie Beauchamp while Rocky Byrd and Oliver Selzer led 6-12th grade students in "Happy Birthday."
Coffee cart Friday is happening this week! Our life skills kids will have donuts (while supplies last) and coffee available for purchase Friday morning!
It's SECRET FAN TIME! If you would like to be a secret fan, please email Diana Boatwright at [email protected]. More information will be emailed once secret fans are arranged!
Alex Freshman Marleigh Rodriguez, submitted an essay over pecan production to the Pecan Festival in Ardmore. She won second place in their competition and was awarded a $1,000 scholarship. Congratulations Marleigh - we are very proud of your initiative and success!
Tuesday's pictures from JH Basketball vs. Pioneer have been posted online at alexyearbook.smugmug.com! Support the Yearbook team by purchasing a picture or two of your favorite player!
CONGRATULATIONS! The Alex 7-8th grade Academic Teams competed at the district meet today and walked away as District Champion and District Runner-Up! We are so incredibly proud of these kids!
Thursday, November 16 basketball:
Maud at Alex: there will be 4 total games. A girl 5/6 and boy 5/6. A jh girls, a jh boys.
5/6 girls @ 4:30
5/6 boys to follow
Jh girls
Jh boys
Alex 7th grade @dibble tourney
Girls 4:30
Boys 5:30
Both games in Dibble MS gym
Don't forget this Friday is an early release day. Elementary car line will begin at 2:10, MS/HS will be released at 2:20, buses will leave the HS at 2:25 to load the elementary students. We hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving Break.
Abby Pettijohn received runner-up in the Extemporaneous Speaking Division at the Southwest District AFR Youth Speech Contest yesterday evening. This qualifies her to compete at the state contest in December. Congratulations Abby!
JH basketball Monday, Nov 13th:
Alex at Fletcher. 4 games. 4:30 start
7/8 girls
7/8 boys
Jh girls
Jh boys
Tuesday, Nov 14th, JH basketball:
7th grade boys/girls play at dibble in HS gym. 4:30 girls, 5:30 boys.
JH is home vs Pioneer. 3 games only.
Games will go in this order:
8th boys
Jh girls
Jh boys.
This is a 4:30 start.
Thanksgiving lunch times for Friday, November 17th--10:50-11:20 (PK, K & 5th grade); 11:15-11: 45 (6th-12th grades); 11:40-12:10 (1st, 2nd, 3rd, & 4th grades).
CONGRATULATIONS!!! The Alex High School Academic Team are REGIONAL CHAMPIONS! Abby Pettijohn, Ryan Northcutt, Jacob Morales, Joseph Morales, Maurice Gray, Rheanna Montalbo, Quinn Blankenship, and Coach Mr. Goyne (APS Alum) are headed to the Area Tournament.
Let the junior class serve you pancakes and sausage for lunch tomorrow! 11am - 1pm
Next Friday, November 17th will be an early release day as we head into Thanksgiving Break. The elementary car line can begin at 2:10. At 2:20 the middle school and high school students will be released to load buses; buses will leave the high school for the elementary at 2:25 to pick up the elementary students. We hope you all have a safe and blessed Thanksgiving Break.
Hello Parents and Guardians,
Our food drive ends on Monday, November 13th, and we are still in need of the following items to complete our baskets for families in Alex:
Boxed Dressing
Mac 'n Cheese
French Fried Onions
Instant Mashed Potatoes
Cream of Mushroom
Gravy
Chicken Broth
Canned Cranberry Sauce
