Dear Families 🖤💛 We are excited to announce that we adopted a new form of school-to-home communication at ALVA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. ParentSquare is designed to keep parents informed and facilitate participation at school. It provides a safe way for the school principal, teachers, staff, and parents/guardians to: •Send and receive school and class information •Share pictures and files •See calendar items •Sign up to volunteer and much more . . . all in one centralized place! All school/grade level and classroom information will now be sent to your computer or phone via email and/or text or you can download the free App. Make sure to download the app to join in and not miss out on information!

AMS Info! We are excited to hand out student schedules! Before a schedule can be released, the student’s enrollment must be fully completed by a parent or guardian. If you have not yet enrolled your student, please complete the enrollment process before coming to pick up their schedule. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back for a great school year! 🖤💛

AHS Class Schedules will be ready for pick up next week!

Alva Public Schools is excited to welcome Mia Wade as a 4th Grade Teacher at Lincoln Elementary! Mia brings 10 years of experience in education and holds a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education.
She and her husband, Ronnie, have been together for 11 years and have a 13-year-old son, Weston. Their family stays busy with three dogs and a farm full of cows, pigs, chickens, ducks, a goose, turkeys, and cats! Mia is looking forward to meeting new faces, building relationships, and working with students and staff throughout the school year. Welcome to the Goldbug family, Mia!

The 2026–2027 school year is quickly approaching!

Be sure to mark your calendars for Meet the Teacher! This is a great opportunity to visit your student’s school, meet their teachers, and get ready for another great year at Alva Public Schools.

We’re looking forward to welcoming our students and families back and seeing you soon!

Alva Public Schools is Hiring!
We are looking to fill a few paraprofessional positions for the upcoming school year!

We’re searching for individuals who have a positive, compassionate outlook and a heart for supporting students. If you’re dependable, caring, and would love the opportunity to make a difference each day, we’d love to have you join our team!

Come be a part of the Goldbug family!

Apply Online Today!
https://www.alvaschools.com/page/employment-at-aps

Alva Public Schools is excited to welcome Ronda Martin as a Speech-Language Pathologist at WECC! Ronda brings 19 years of experience and holds a Master of Science degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Oklahoma State University.
A graduate of Alva High School with family in the area, Ronda is excited to be back in the Alva community. She is looking forward to getting to know the staff and students and making connections throughout the school year.
Welcome to the Goldbug family, Ronda!

Miss Alva • August 22nd

Join us for a fun and exciting evening as we come together to support and celebrate our outstanding teens! We look forward to a wonderful night showcasing these incredible young ladies and all their hard work.

Alva Public Schools is excited to welcome Jadyn Fields as a new 6th and 7th Grade ELA teacher at Alva Middle School! Jadyn earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Southeastern Oklahoma State University and is excited to begin her first year in education.
Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Evan, and their chocolate Labrador, Rebel.
Jadyn is looking forward to building great relationships with students and staff and having a fun and memorable school year!

The 2026–2027 Alva Public Schools Enrollment is NOW OPEN! It’s time to enroll for the upcoming school year! We can’t wait to welcome our students back for another great year. New APS Students: https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/5044/Aps/a7adfddc-369c-4725-b9ec-0b77794447b3/Sylogisted__WenGage__user_accoutn_request.pdf?disposition=inline Returning APS Students: https://oked.sylogist.com/Alva/account/login?ReturnUrl=%2fAlva Enroll today to ensure your student is ready for the first day of school. If you have any questions during the enrollment process, please contact your child’s school site, and they’ll be happy to assist you.

Alva Public Schools is excited to welcome Daniel Riojas to Alva Middle School as the 7th Grade Geography teacher and coach. Originally from Laverne, Oklahoma, Daniel earned his bachelor's degree in Health and Sports Science Education from Northwestern Oklahoma State University. He and his wife, Edna, who also graduated from NWOSU with a bachelor's degree in Psychology, are excited to begin this new chapter. As he starts his first year in education, Daniel is looking forward to meeting his students and fellow educators while learning something new every day. Welcome to the Goldbug family, Daniel!

Alva Middle School is excited to welcome Lanae Love as the new Secretary at AMS for the 2026–2027 school year!

Lanae is excited to begin this new chapter at Alva Middle School. She and her fiancé, Brandon, have a one-year-old son named Kai, who keeps them busy and smiling.

Lanae is looking forward to getting to know the students and staff, building relationships, and making many great memories throughout the school year. Welcome to the Goldbug family, Lanae!

Alva Public Schools 2026-2027 Calendar

Our Alva High School TSA students recently traveled to Washington, D.C., to compete at the National TSA Conference after qualifying for nationals. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community and everyone who donated, these students were able to have an unforgettable experience while representing Alva on the national stage.

National Competitors & Results
▪️Daisy Ceniceros – Top 10 National Finalist in Photography
▪️Kynlee Murrow & Kayla Maier – National Qualifiers in Forensics
▪️Daisy Ceniceros & Jozlin Campbell – National Competitors in STEM Mass Media
▪️Daisy Ceniceros, Jozlin Campbell & Kynlee Murrow – National Competitors in On-Demand Video

Congratulations to these outstanding students on their hard work, dedication, and accomplishments. We are proud of the way they represented Alva High School and our community on the national stage.

Alva Public Schools 2026–2027 Enrollment Opens July 22! Enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year opens Wednesday, July 22! The enrollment link will be available that day. We are looking forward to another wonderful school year and can’t wait to welcome our students back! If you have any questions during the enrollment process, please contact your child’s school site, and they’ll be happy to assist you.

Alva Public Schools is excited to announce Mr. Dalton Beeler as our Alva High School Interim Principal for the 2026-2027 school year! A proud Alva native and AHS Class of 2010 graduate, Mr. Beeler earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Northwestern Oklahoma State University. Entering his 12th year in education, he has experience teaching, coaching, and serving as Assistant High School/Middle School Principal and District Athletic Director. Mr. Beeler and his wife, Emily, are proud parents to Sutton, Grady, Townes, and Ruthie, and are excited to continue serving the Alva community. Please join us in congratulating Mr. Beeler as he begins this new role. We look forward to a great school year ahead!

Have a safe and happy 4th of July!

Pre-K Screenings for the 2026–2027 School Year! •Will be held July 7, 8, and 9. 📅 Choose the date and time that works best for your family by signing up using the link below or by scanning the QR code. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4BACA629ABF85-64633747-2026

Thank you to everyone who participated in today's election. No matter how the election turns out, Alva Public Schools is grateful to this community for your engagement and your time.

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