Join us as we welcome That Altus Band Directors Adam and Eryn Pool to our Bulldog family! #ALLIN #BulldogDNA #AltusProud
Please help us welcome Eryn Pool, band director of Altus Junior High for the 25-26 school year. Eryn Pool studied at Arkansas Tech University and the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Music Education. Mrs. Pool is a woodwind specialist with saxophone being her primary instrument, and she has had extended study in clarinet and oboe. Mrs. Pool has served as the associate director at Muldrow Public Schools, where she oversaw all aspects of the junior high bands, conducted the high school concert band, and taught beginning woodwind classes. Mrs. Pool is an experienced colorguard instructor and led the guard in Muldrow’s back-to-back state marching band championships. Outside of her career, Mrs. Pool loves spending time with her husband, Adam, and their two children, Addison and John David. She also loves being a member of her church and playing in the church’s worship team. She enjoys disc golf, discovering new music, attending concerts, and reading a good book! Mrs. Pool can’t wait to discover what is in store for “That Altus Band”.
Altus Public Schools is excited to welcome Adam Pool as the Director of That Altus Band!
Adam Pool is a graduate of Arkansas Tech University, where he received his Bachelor of Music Education. Mr. Pool has previously served as Director of Bands at Cedarville, AR, Waldron, AR, and Muldrow, OK. While at Muldrow, Mr. Pool’s bands have received many honors and awards, including winning back-to-back Oklahoma Bandmasters Association State Marching Band Championships in 2023 and 2024. Mr. Pool was honored as Muldrow Public School’s Teacher of the Year in 2024 as well as Masonic Teacher of Today. In 2025, Mr. Pool was honored by the Oklahoma Alliance for Arts Education in conjunction with the Oklahoma Department of Education with an Oklahoma Education Award for Arts Excellence. Mr. Pool’s professional affiliations include Oklahoma’s Eastern District Band Directors Association, where he served as President, Oklahoma Bandmasters Association, Oklahoma Music Educators Association, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia. In his free time, Mr. Pool enjoys spending time with his wife and fellow director Eryn and their two children, Addison and John David, being an active member of his church’s worship team, and playing disc golf whenever he gets the chance. Mr. Pool and his family are excited to join their new Bulldog family and continue the long history of excellence of “That Altus Band”.
Don't forget to wear your purple tomorrow, Tuesday, April 15!
Let's show our support for our military students.
Post your pictures and tag us in your photos!
National Assistant Principals Week, April 7–11, is a celebration of the unsung heroes in our education system. AHS appreciates Mr. Jeff Burchill, Dean of Students, Mr. Delao, Assistant Principal, and Mrs. Janet Harms, Director of Bulldog Academy and AHS Virtual School. We celebrated them with their favorite Sonic Drink ! From left to right: Mr. Burchill, Mrs. Harms, and Mr. Delao.
Seniors and Senior Parents,
Did you know completing the FAFSA is a graduation requirement?
Kennedy House with GEAR UP is here to help! Stop by on April 23 and let her simplify the process for you. Can't make it on April 23?
Email Mrs. House at khouse@altusps.com to schedule a meeting.
#ALLIN #BulldogDNA #AltusProud
Altus High School Blood Drive is Tuesday, April 8 from 8:00am-2:30pm in the gym lobby. Make an appointment or walk in to give blood!
AHS National Honor Society is hosting a Blood Drive on Wednesday, April 8th, in the Gym Foyer from 8:30 am - 2:00 pm.
Congratulations, Coach Mike Torres! He was recently selected as the Region IV Girls Wrestling Coach of the Year! #ALLIN #BulldogDNA #AltusProud
Altus Tennis Coach Shelly Vinyard was selected as the 2025 Region IV Coach of the Year. Congratulations, Coach Vinyard! #ALLIN #BulldogDNA #AltusProud
Congratulations to the AHS April Top Dogs!
Seniors: Garrett Gribble, Neely Bonds
Juniors: Taidyn Redieck, Melissa Fiorrito
Sophomores: Carter Miller, Lesley Allemeier
Freshmen: Om Patel, Melynn Bush
Congratulations, Coach Linda Wiginton! She was recently selected by her peers as the Region IV Swimming Coach of the Year! #ALLIN #BulldogDNA #AltusProud
Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, celebrated on the first Wednesday of April, recognizes the valuable contributions of those who assist teachers in the classroom. Teacher's aides and classroom assistants are an integral part of our students' education. We appreciate all they do to assist in and out of the the classroom. #ALLIN
Seniors: Please look closely at the Senior Checklist to ensure you are completing all the tasks on the list.
Congratulations to Ms. Jessica Robinson, the ASEA Teacher of the Month for March. Teachers are nominated by members of the Altus High student body, and each month ASEA members choose a teacher to be honored based on the students' recommendations. Ms. Robinson teaches AP English IV and AP Government at AHS. Presenting her with a gift basket are ASEA members Tapanga Tolson, Abigail Reyna, and Aubrey Santana.
Congratulations to Jacob Rapp for being named Academic Team All-State! We are very proud of you!
*Bulldog Cheer Tryouts*
Mandatory Parent Meeting Monday, March 24.
Cheer Clinic 3/27 & 3/31 & 4/3
Tryouts 4/6
Congratulations to our Bulldog Powerlifters who participated in the State Meet today. Congratulations Kelby Bates! He placed 4th in 220 weight class. Also,
AJ Hughes placed 7th in 242 weight class.
Daniel Becerra and Cooper Poe were state qualifiers. #ALLIN #BULLDOGS
Altus High School has openings for a Spanish Teacher and a Math Teacher for the 2025 -2026 School Year. Apply online today! www.altusps.com. #ALLIN #BuildingBulldogs
Congratulations Cindy Castro the 2025 Altus Public Schools Support Employee of the Year. Cindy is the cafeteria manager at Altus High School. #ALLIN
