Alma del Mar is announcing a new application deadline of July 31 for 6th grade only. After all students on the waitlist from the February lottery have been offered a spot, it is possible that … [Read more...] about New 6th Grade Application Deadline
Press Release
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
Alma Board of Trustees approves agreement with City of New Bedford
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 19, 2019 NEW BEDFORD - Alma del Mar’s Board of Trustees voted Monday evening to approve a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the City of New Bedford to open a new, … [Read more...] about Alma Board of Trustees approves agreement with City of New Bedford