Cougar Nation

Great first week of Cougar Speed and Strength! Been so much fun to watch the students put the work in, in the weight room and in the gym!

Season opener for AGWSR football! Cougars travel to Lake Mills, kickoff is at 7. If you cannot make it KIOW will stream the game: https://kiow.com/live/lake-mills-sports/ Go Cougars!

Exciting Start for AGWSR Middle School Computer Science (CS) Students! This year, our CS students kicked things off by exploring what we need to experience in our surroundings to succeed in various areas of life—at home, in school, in our class, at work, and as individuals. We uncovered key themes like collaboration, networking, teamwork, and building trust—essential ingredients for the problem-solving skills needed in computer science. We then asked ourselves: if these are the attributes we need to succeed, shouldn’t we also strive to embody these qualities for our classmates, friends, teachers, and families? The discussions were incredibly positive, motivating, and filled with amazing ideas! We’re excited for what’s ahead!#CScanbefun #CougBlue

➕🟡🔴We're adding integers in 7th grade! The students LOVE the new desks which have plenty of space and are whiteboards! 🔴🟡➕

Cougar Volleyball Home Opener

Fall 2024 Cougar Booster Club Online Store Available now! Use the link below shop for many different Cougar apparel items and accessories, store closes on September 15! https://cougars24-25.itemorder.com/shop/home/

8/29 Home HS Volleyball: Hardin Street between 4th and 5th Avenue will still be closed to vehicles for tonight's games. We will still use the activity entrance on the west side of the school, you may walk on the newly paved road to get to the doors, just no vehicles.

2nd graders practicing words on their new white board tables and learning a new Illustrative Math game!

K-5 Parents and Guardians - Please join us for our first Cougar Connection meeting of the year! We will meet on September 10th at 6:30pm in the media center. We hope to see you there!

Next week is a big week for AGWSR FFA and you're invited to be a part of it! Join us Tuesday, September 3rd for our annual Test Plot Night from 5:30-7:00 pm at the FFA building to learn more about our chapter test plots and enjoy a free meal. Then on Friday, September 6th, during the home football game visit the west side of the football complex to enjoy a delicious BBQ meal that supports our Alumni Chapter. We hope to see you there!

Don't forget Homecoming Shirts and Class Shirts (for Powder Puff and Aftershave) are on sale right now! The order closes Monday, September 2 at 11:59pm. There won't be any extras ordered and there won't be any late orders accepted! Looking forward to a great 2024 Homecoming with the theme Cougars Assemble! https://agwsrhoco24.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Your voice is needed. Click the link for a reminder about the Grade Configuration Survey. t.ly/3fGdk

Thanks to all that came out to watch tonight's scrimmage with East Marshall. And thank you to Cougar and Mustang fans for bringing items to donate to the local food pantry.

Friday 8/23: HS football scrimmage with East Marshall at 6:00 PM in Ackley Admission: non-perishable food items for the Food Pantry

Back to school night is August 21 from 4-8 PM. A few items of note pertaining to Cougar Activities: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RPDebuH3KQUiAbBGIScIrlf2KBl2gZUjwAlLru2jMy0/edit?usp=sharing

Congrats to AGWSR FFA members on a successful Iowa State Fair! Many hours and a lot of hard work went into their projects. We are proud of all your accomplishments!

Cougars Assemble! Homecoming 2024 Homecoming Shirt orders AND class Powder Puff/Aftershave shirts are all on this order. The store closes on September 2!! There will be no extras ordered. Students are NOT required to have a class tshirt to participate in Powder Puff / Aftershave. https://agwsrhoco24.itemorder.com/shop/home/

🌟 Welcome Mr. Jonathan Nederhoff - Our New High School Science Teacher! 🌟 We're thrilled to welcome Mr. Nederhoff to AGWSR! 🎉 With a diverse and impressive educational background, including a BA in Digital Media from Dordt University, a BS in Chemistry Education from the University of Northern Iowa, and an MS in Physical Organic Chemistry from Iowa State University, Mr. Nederhoff is ready to bring his passion for science to our high school students. Beyond the classroom, Mr. Nederhoff enjoys building computers, launching model rockets, leading the church praise team, and playing and singing instrumental music 🎶🚀. He's also an avid follower of the latest in Chemistry news. 🌟 Fun Facts About Mr. Nederhoff: ✨ Favorite Place Visited: Innsbruck, Austria - where he enjoyed the Alps and explored central Europe Favorite Candy: Mike & Ikes Favorite Color: Azulene Blue Mr. Nederhoff is most excited to show students that science is much more than just “facts.” We are glad to have you as a part of our AGWSR team. Looking forward to making this an amazing year ahead!

🌟 Meet Mrs. Ashley Sires - Our New PK-5 Cougar’s Den & Ackley Elementary Principal! 🌟 We are excited to welcome Mrs. Sires to the AGWSR team! 🎉 With a rich educational background from Luther College and the University of Northern Iowa, she brings extensive experience in Psychology, Elementary Education, Early Childhood, and Special Education. Mrs. Sires has served in various roles, from Special Education teacher and Director at Dunkerton CSD to Regional Administrator at Central Rivers Area Education Agency. When she's not leading students and staff, you'll find her enjoying the great outdoors—whether it's golfing, gardening, running, or spending time on the river 🌳⛳. She's also an avid Iowa Hawkeyes fan, especially during basketball season, and loves traveling to the mountains or the beach. 🌟 Fun Facts About Mrs. Sires: ✨ Favorite Place Visited: New Zealand 🍬 Favorite Candy: Skittles 🖤💛 Favorite Colors: Black and Gold (Go Hawkeyes!) Mrs. Sires is most excited about building relationships with the students and staff at AGWSR, and we can't wait to see the positive impact she'll make. Join us in giving her a warm welcome! 🌟

🌟 Meet Mr. Kyle Whalen - Our New High School Business Teacher! 🌟 We're excited to welcome Mr. Whalen to the AGWSR team! 🎉 With a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Management from Oglala Lakota College and completing the Regents Alternative Pathway to Iowa Licensure (RAPIL), Mr. Whalen is eager to bring his expertise to our high school students. In his free time, Mr. Whalen enjoys sports, spending quality time with his family, and volunteering in the community 🏀👨‍👩‍👧‍👦. This school year, he's most excited about getting to know the community and students. 🌟 Fun Facts About Mr. Whalen: Favorite Place Visited: Mexico City, Mexico Favorite Candy: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups Let's give Mr. Whalen a warm welcome and look forward to a fantastic year together!