Advanced Learning Center

The Advanced Learning Center (ALC) successfully hosted its first Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) night on November 7th, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. Building on its success, a second event was organized on February 7th, from 4:30 to 8:30 PM, featuring an exhilarating pirate theme. Participants were transformed into pirates exploring the seas, ensnaring the Kraken, and overthrowing the Royals. The event was uniquely designed to be interactive; A special acknowledgment is extended to Justin Ostler, whose dedication and meticulous planning were pivotal to the event's success. Thank you, Justin, for your time and effort in making this night memorable!

We are excited to announce that the Advanced Learning Center will be hosting its annual Open House on February 4th & 5th from 3-6 p.m. This event is a fantastic opportunity for you to explore the diverse educational opportunities and programs we offer to help your student advance in their education and future endeavors!

We are excited to announce upcoming Career Nights for students (8th-12th grade) and parents. Please join the ALC and UVU staff as we: 'Explore the possibilities, Discover possible careers, promising jobs, and earning potential associated with 'Computer Science, Information Systems, and Digital Media'. This event will be held at the ALC, 161 E 400 N. Salem, on Monday, 1/27/2025 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 27 January - (UVU) Computer Science, Information Systems, and Digital Media 24 February - (MTECH) Service/Technology Programs, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Computer Programs 24 March - (MTECH) Trades Programs Apprentice, Transportation Welding/automation 21 April - (UVU) Criminal justice, Emergency services, and Public Health

Concurrent Enrollment Registration It's that time of year again! Concurrent Enrollment (CE) registration for the second semester is now open. This is an exciting opportunity for students to enroll in UVU-CE classes and earn college credits while still in high school. Resources Available: CE Information Table: Our counselor at the Advanced Learning Center (ALC) has set up a CE table at the front of the school. Here, you will find all the necessary information your student will need to register for their CE classes. Classroom Support: Teachers have been discussing the registration process and providing information during class sessions to ensure all students are informed. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to reach out. Our staff is ready to support you and your student through the registration process. Important Deadline: Thursday, January 23rd: This is the last day to register for any CE class your student is interested in for this semester. Don't miss out! We encourage all students and parents to take advantage of this opportunity to enhance their educational experience. Let's make this semester a great success!

No School on January 20th- Martin Luther Jr. King Day. Advanced Learning Center January 14, 2025 Please be reminded that there will be no school on Monday, January 20th at the Advanced Learning Center in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This holiday provides a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the powerful impact and legacy of Dr. King. Classes Resume on January 21st: Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 21st, and it will be an "A" day schedule.

In a delightful twist of fate, our Principal, Jo Lynn Ford, and Assistant Principal, Kali Brown, both arrived at school last Friday morning sporting matching Band T-shirts. This unexpected but charming coincidence brought smiles to everyone’s faces and reaffirmed the old saying, "Great minds think alike." Our leaders demonstrated not only school spirit but also the wonderful camaraderie that exists within our learning community. Their twinning moment brightened up Band T-shirt Friday and showed that sometimes, the best plans are the ones that aren't planned at all. Let's give a round of applause to our "Queen” B's" for setting the tone for a fun and connected school atmosphere!

We are excited to announce that the Advanced Learning Center will be hosting its annual Open House on February 4th & 5th from 3:00pm-6:00pm. This event is a fantastic opportunity for you to explore the diverse educational opportunities and programs we offer to help your student advance in their education and future endeavors. Please save the dates and join us to learn more about how the ALC can support your student's academic journey. We look forward to welcoming you here!

Explore Career Possibilities with ALC and UVU! We are excited to invite you to join the ALC and UVU as we explore a variety of career opportunities in Computer Science, Information Systems and Digital Media on Monday, January 27, 2025 at the ALC!!

The ALC is thrilled to announce that Adam Barlow has been honored with the prestigious Crystal Apple Award. This accolade recognizes his unwavering dedication to fostering student success in engineering. Adam's innovative teaching methods engage students in hands-on projects such as building trebuchets, creating automata, prosthetic arms, developing skills in CAD design software, and so much more! Through his commitment to the engineering process, Adam ensures every student reaches their full potential. His classroom is a hub of creativity and exploration, where students are encouraged to think critically and solve complex problems. Adam's passion for engineering and education inspires students to push boundaries and explore new ideas, preparing them for future challenges in the field. Join us in celebrating Adam's outstanding contribution to our students' learning journey and his dedication to shaping the engineers of tomorrow!

Congratulations to all our students for completing their finals! We know how hard you've worked, and we are incredibly proud of each and every one of you. As a special Christmas gift from all of us at the Advanced Learning Center to our amazing students, we hosted our 2 Days of Waffles! This is a tradition we all look forward to every year, where we get to show our appreciation for our students through delicious waffles. Our students deserve it! The students love it, the faculty loves it, and it's a wonderful way to celebrate the holiday season together. Thank you for being a part of our school community. We are grateful for the opportunity to support and educate such wonderful students. Merry Christmas to All! We wish you and your families a joyous holiday season filled with love and laughter. Warmest wishes, The Faculty and Staff at the Advanced Learning Center

Due to the half day schedule there will be no classes held here at the ALC on Friday, December 20. Classes will resume Jan.6fh, 2025 , and it will be an "A" Day schedule. We will see you after the long Christmas break. Enjoy!

The Nebo School District is pleased to recognize five outstanding employees with the Positive Energy and Kindness (PEAK) Award for the month of December. These individuals were nominated by their peers, students, and community members, for consistently demonstrating exceptional positivity, kindness, and a strong work ethic. Congratulations to our very own, Natalie Grant, from the ALC!

Every year, NASA hosts an App Development Challenge (ADC) that is focused on getting middle and high school students excited about programming, technology, and space exploration. For this year’s challenge, teams were given 10 weeks to create an application that visualizes the flight path of Artemis II, while indicating which of NASA's antennas are available to communicate with Earth in real-time. The top teams from the challenge will have an opportunity to present their app to a team of Subject Matter Experts at NASA, as well as being invited to the Johnson Space Center in Houston as part of the culminating event in April 2025. We enjoyed working on the application and hope to be invited to the Johnson Space Center in April 2025!

The Teaching as a Profession classes have had an incredibly busy and productive month! Here are some of the exciting activities and preparations they've been involved in: Creative Teaching Techniques: Our students have been learning innovative ways to integrate holiday themes into their lessons. A standout example is their "Turkey Math Solving Lesson," which creatively combines math skills with holiday crafts. This approach not only enhances their teaching repertoire but also makes learning more engaging for their students.

We Love Our Aviation Classes! At the ALC, we are thrilled to offer a variety of aviation-related courses that cater to students with a passion for aviation and aerospace: Private Pilot Training: Aviation History: Unmanned Aerial Systems (U.A.S.) - Drones: Flight Simulator: If aviation grabs your curiosity, we invite you to come and check out what the ALC has to offer!

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, we at the Advanced Learning Center would like to extend our warmest wishes to you and your families for a very Happy Thanksgiving. This is a perfect time to reflect on the things we are grateful for, and we are incredibly thankful for the wonderful students and dedicated faculty that make up our ALC community. Thanksgiving break will be November 27th- 29th. We hope that you enjoy a restful and joyous break with your loved ones. Classes will resume on December 2nd, and it will be an "A" day schedule.

Our Travel and Tourism class had the opportunity to visit the Provo Airport. Students learned about air travel, flight details and toured the facility. They learned about the business side of air travel. Thank you, Provo Airport, for letting us come visit!

Mr. Ford's Contract Law class learned all about the six parts of a valid contract, as well as which element "duress" falls under. Instead of just memorizing definitions, they were able to participate in a mock trial: Rumpelstiltskin vs. The Queen. Each of the students portrayed a different member of the court: judge, jury member, defendant, prosecutor, etc. Who do you think won?

In our Computer Science Principles class, students explored the concept of "functions"—blocks of organized, reusable code that execute only when it is called. The students did a great job creating amazing drawings that demonstrated both their coding skills and artistic creativity!

On November 14, the ALC held its first biennial speech contest. Participants gave a 4-5 minute speech on the topic of their choice and were judged by a panel of three speakers. Great work, students!