November and December dates added for 7th & 8th Grade Scholars interested in learning more about their secondary schools options. Download the schedule in English Descargar la carta en … [Read more...] about Virtual Secondary School Fair Schedule Extended!
Press Release
Alma welcomes Alicia Cortez to Board of Trustees
Para Español utilice el botón “Seleccionar Idioma” en la esquina superior derecha de la página. NEW BEDFORD - The Alma del Mar Board of Trustees is thrilled to welcome Alicia Cortez to its team. … [Read more...] about Alma welcomes Alicia Cortez to Board of Trustees
State Education Officials share Special Education letter with families
The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has developed a letter for families of students with disabilities as our schools reopen. The letter, along with translated versions, can be … [Read more...] about State Education Officials share Special Education letter with families
Alma announces school reopening plans
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
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