Exciting News!
Mrs. Whipple and Mrs. Williams are thrilled to announce that 14 of our talented students have been selected for publication in this year’s Oklahoma Council of Teachers of English (OKCTE) Young Writers Anthology! With over 300 entries—an incredible achievement!
The Oklahoma Council of Teachers of English (OKCTE) is a professional organization dedicated to supporting English and language arts educators across the state. Each year, they
celebrate young writers and artists by publishing exceptional student work in their annual anthology.
The students will be recognized at the OKCTE Spring 2025 Awards Ceremony on Saturday, April 5, at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater. As part of the celebration, published students will have the opportunity to share an excerpt from their work. Additional copies will be available from the University of Oklahoma Press after the celebration.
Please join us in congratulating the following students:
Short Story- Emma Eckhardt, Emma Keller, Josie Melton
Personal Narrative- Harper Williams
Art- Lyra Keigley
Descriptive Paragraph- Joplin Bradt, Julie Odell, Aspen Stauffer, Emma Keller
Poetry- Maci Lehr, Ariana Dominguez, Cord Heaton, Chloe Louthan, Madi Kern, Avaleigh Brinkley
Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!
Mrs. Sutter and the Gold Rush! show choir would like to extend a tremendous thank you to our school administration and board members, sponsors, booster club, and all community members who helped send the HS show choir to Branson this year! These experiences for our students last a lifetime, and without community support, they wouldn’t be possible.
The AHS Show Choir, Gold Rush! took a trip to Branson over spring break! The group performed before the 8:00 PM showing at Pepsi Legends Theater on Sunday March 16th. The group was able to see several shows throughout the trip including Legends, Presley’s Country Jubilee, The Haygoods Show, and Showboat Branson Belle! These shows offered amazing educational experiences and memories for the group. In addition, they also spent time learning about the fish hatchery at Shepherd of the Hills, and of course fun was had at Silver Dollar City.
🎶 Gold Rush! & Gold Rush! Jr. Shine at Edmond Santa Fe Show Choir Contest! 🎶
On Tuesday, March 11th, Gold Rush! and Gold Rush! Jr. took the stage at the Edmond Santa Fe Show Choir Contest, delivering outstanding performances and securing spots in the Top Ten!
🌟 Gold Rush! Jr. (AMS Show Choir) placed 7th in the Middle School division.
🌟 Gold Rush! (AHS Show Choir) placed 4th in the High School division.
Congratulations to both groups on their hard work and amazing performances!
Attention Junior Girls!
You're invited to an informational meeting where you'll receive important details, get your questions answered, and pick up a Miss Alva Information Packet to take home. Don't miss out on this opportunity!
📢 Save the Dates! 📢
Here are the 2025 Spring Testing Dates for each building!
Mark your calendars! 📝
📌Pre-K Enrollment opening March 24th!
🌟Congratulations
Washington Top Gotcha Winners for the month of February
SPRING BREAK!
Exciting News!
We are thrilled to announce that Avery Goss, a junior at AHS, will be singing the National Anthem at the State Tournament this Thursday afternoon! She will take the court just before the 4:30 PM game, showcasing her incredible talent on this big stage.
Congratulations, Avery—we can’t wait to hear you!
🎶 Thank You for Supporting Spuds & Sounds! 🎶 We appreciate everyone who joined the AHS & AMS Band for a fantastic evening of music and community! It was a fun night filled with great performances, all while raising funds to support our band program.
🎶 Congratulations! This weekend, these talented musicians earned the prestigious honor of making and participating in the Red Carpet Honor Band in Woodward. Their hard work and dedication truly paid off! 🌟 Lyla Schmidt – 8th Grade 🌟 Taytum Schlarb – Sophomore 🌟 Trenton Parker – 7th Grade Way to represent Alva with talent and excellence! 🎵👏
Reminder! Today is the deadline to order to help support the AHS Library.
Alva Public Schools activities schedule and cafeteria menus for the week of March 14
🎉 Congratulations to Evan Ferguson!
Evan has been selected for the University of Oklahoma President's Leadership Class for 2025-26—an incredible honor! Out of 10,000 applicants, he is one of just 125 incoming freshmen chosen for this prestigious program.
This opportunity will allow Evan to continue his leadership journey at the college level and includes a $2,500 scholarship. Well done, Evan!
Congratulations to Our 2025 Write to Win Contest Winner!
We are thrilled to announce that Zoe Hall, a talented 9th-grade student, has won the Poetry
Division of The 2025 Write to Win Contest, sponsored by the Oklahoma Writing Project.
Her award-winning poem, "Evolution of Fear," captivated the judges with its depth, creativity,
and powerful imagery. This outstanding achievement is a testament to her dedication, talent,
and passion for writing. Her English teacher, Mrs. Murrow, submitted the writing piece to the
Oklahoma Writers Association on Zoe’s behalf.
As a published author, we are incredibly proud of Zoe Hall and we can’t wait to see more of her
writing accomplishments!
Congratulations 🌟
Firefighter Adam Grimlsey, Bryson Kreiman, Praleigh Fraire, Caitlynn Gragert, Firefighter Spencer Burns, Firefighter Sage Lamunyon
Alva Middle School Concert Choir Shines at OSSAA District Contest! 🎶
The Alva Middle School Concert Choir competed at the OSSAA District Contest at NWOSU on Tuesday, February 25th, earning a "Good" rating for their performance!
In addition to the choir’s success, three junior high soloists showcased their talent in individual performances:
Joplin Bradt – Superior Rating
Fern Evans – Superior Rating
Lyla Schmidt – Excellent Rating
Congratulations to all these talented singers for their hard work and dedication!
📢 Goldbug Apparel Fundraiser– Support the AHS Library! 📚
The AHS Library is kicking off a Goldbug apparel sale starting today, March 4th! Grab your t-shirts ($20) or sweatshirts ($25) and show your Goldbug pride! 💛🖤
✅ Order forms are due by noon on Tuesday, March 11th at the front office of Washington, Longfellow, Lincoln, AMS, or AHS.
✅ Community members can pick up forms at the AHS or AMS front office
✅ All proceeds support the AHS Library!
Don’t miss out—get your Goldbug gear today!
Alva Senior Harper Houston Named Prestigious OSU Thoma Scholar
Alva High School senior Harper Houston has been selected as an Oklahoma State University Thoma Scholar, one of the most prestigious scholarship and recognition awards in the nation. Each year, only 20 students from across the country earn this incredible honor.
Harper's selection followed an extensive application process, requiring outstanding academic achievement, selection as a finalist, and a rigorous interview process. Her dedication and excellence have set her apart, and this award reflects her hard work and talent.
The Thoma Scholarship covers full attendance costs at OSU, including tuition, fees, housing, meals, books, and other educational expenses. It also provides scholars with the opportunity to study abroad, personalized mentorship, and access to OSU’s nationally recognized Honors College. This means Harper will be able to pursue her undergraduate degree at OSU completely debt-free!
Harper is beyond deserving of this incredible opportunity and has been an outstanding representative of Alva High School. The AHS community is extremely proud of her accomplishments and excited to see all she will achieve as she joins the Cowboy family!
⏳ Reminder: Longfellow Spell-A-Thon Ends Soon! ✏️📢
There's still time to support our students! The Spell-A-Thon runs through March 7th, helping fund field trips, AR prizes, PBIS incentives, and more!
💰 Donate per correct word or give a flat donation
📲 Online donations – Use the QR code & add your student’s name! No student? Just type "donate" when prompted.
Thank you for your support—every donation makes a difference! 💙
