Para Español utilice el botón "Seleccionar Idioma" en la esquina superior derecha de la página. August 10, 2020 Alma Community, We hope you are enjoying your summer and staying safe. We know … [Read more...] about Alma announces school reopening plans
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Results Posted: 6th Grade Enrollment Lottery
Please find the results of our 2020-2021 6th Grade Enrollment Lottery. Applicants will be notified of any available spots for the 2020-2021 school year. MORE INFORMATION BELOW: Our special … [Read more...] about Results Posted: 6th Grade Enrollment Lottery
Letter to Families Regarding Violence Against Black Americans
Alma Families, We write to address the recent murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and the sickening history of violence against Black Americans. This is particularly painful … [Read more...] about Letter to Families Regarding Violence Against Black Americans
Alma offers 4-day work week for ‘master teachers’
NEW BEDFORD - Alma del Mar will offer a new incentive to top teaching talent next fall in an effort to attract, develop and retain great educators for the high-performing urban charter public … [Read more...] about Alma offers 4-day work week for ‘master teachers’
7th Grade Scholar Wins Public Speaking Competition
Scholars at Alma del Mar: Sarah D. Ottiwell Campus honored the life and work of Frederick Douglass with a public speaking competition on Friday, Feb. 14, Douglass’ birthday. Seventh grade scholar … [Read more...] about 7th Grade Scholar Wins Public Speaking Competition
Alma scholars celebrating Frederick Douglass with public speaking competition
NEW BEDFORD - Scholars at Alma del Mar will honor the life and work of Frederick Douglass with a public speaking competition scheduled for Feb. 14, Douglass’ birthday. “This competition is meant to … [Read more...] about Alma scholars celebrating Frederick Douglass with public speaking competition
Sixth Grade is new entry point at Alma
NEW BEDFORD - Nearly 100 new sixth grade scholars, along with 100 new kindergarten-aged children, will join the Alma del Mar community in August 2020. The two grades will serve as the primary entry … [Read more...] about Sixth Grade is new entry point at Alma
Alma purchases land in New Bedford North End
NEW BEDFORD - Alma del Mar has purchased four acres of land in the Far North End of New Bedford as part its plan to serve more than 1,000 children within the next four years at two campuses in the … [Read more...] about Alma purchases land in New Bedford North End
Scholars continue strong showing on state assessments
NEW BEDFORD - For the eighth straight year, Alma del Mar scholars have had a strong showing on state assessments. Of particular note this year, Alma’s third grade scholars were among the … [Read more...] about Scholars continue strong showing on state assessments
Alma del Mar to host mobile farm stands beginning June 7
Alma del Mar announces partnership with Coastal Foodshed Pair to focus on healthy food access with weekly Mobile Farm Stands NEW BEDFORD - Alma del Mar is thrilled to announce it will partner with … [Read more...] about Alma del Mar to host mobile farm stands beginning June 7
Alma del Mar recognizes two educators as ‘Master Teachers’
NEW BEDFORD - Two educators at Alma del Mar were recently recognized for their mastery in teaching at the K-8 inclusive public charter school located in the North End of New Bedford. Alma educators … [Read more...] about Alma del Mar recognizes two educators as ‘Master Teachers’
Two Alma educators to travel the world to fuel passion for learning
ALMA DEL MAR ANNOUNCES ALMAZING FUND GRANTEES NEW BEDFORD - Two teachers at Alma del Mar Charter School were recently awarded grant funds for their proposed trips to further their learning around the … [Read more...] about Two Alma educators to travel the world to fuel passion for learning