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!
Recently, Mr. Powell's Advanced Digital Media class held an exciting contest to design an alternate logo for the Advanced Learning Center (ALC). Students submitted their creative entries, showcasing their talent and creativity. After careful consideration and multiple rounds of voting, we are thrilled to announce that Emmett Ford's design was chosen as the winner! Congratulations, Emmett! Your design captured the essence of our school's spirit and will be proudly displayed as part of our school identity. Thank you to all students who participated and shared their incredible designs.
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!
We were so excited to welcome MORE Elementary Principals to the ALC for lunch and a tour of our amazing campus! Our visitors were able to visit classrooms and see the awesome learning happening here at the ALC.
Mr. Ford's business students recently had the unique opportunity to visit the Adobe Headquarters in Lehi, an experience that expanded their horizons and inspired creativity. This trip was not just a tour but an immersive journey into the world of digital innovation, offering insights into how technology is reshaping industries.
Career Night Success!** We had a fantastic turnout for our Career Night last evening! We were thrilled to feature the Business, Automotive, Aviation, Construction, and Collision Repair classes. The event was a great success, offering insightful information and showcasing the diverse career paths available to our students. A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who helped make the night such a success. Your support and dedication are truly appreciated and have contributed immensely to making this event memorable for our students and community. --- Thank you for your continued support and involvement in the Advanced Learning Center community!
Medical Forensic Class: CSI Experience
Our students in the Medical Forensic class recently had a unique opportunity to put their crime scene investigation (CSI) skills to the test. They participated in an engaging and educational mock crime scene activity.
Investigation Skills: Students were tasked to find, classify, document, and reconstruct a crime scene. This hands-on experience allowed them to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting.
Team Collaboration: Working in groups, students took on various roles and responsibilities of a Crime Scene Investigator, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
This activity not only enhanced their forensic science skills but also encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Health Science Classes Tour Weber State University. Our Health Science students recently had an incredible opportunity to visit Weber State University's Health Science department. This exciting educational trip allowed them to dive into the world of health sciences through hands-on experiences.
The tour provided a fantastic glimpse into the academic and career possibilities at Weber State University. Our students thoroughly enjoyed exploring the facilities and learning about the diverse opportunities available in the health sciences field.
We are excited to see the enthusiasm and interest this visit has sparked in our students. Thank you Mrs. Hartvigsen for providing experiences like these that broaden their horizons and inspire future healthcare professionals.
What a fun and busy day at the ALC! Good times building a house with Mr. Hawks. Drones in Mr. Nielson's Aviation class. Waffle Day in Mr. Ford's class! Keep up the great work, students!!!!
We were so excited to welcome MORE Elementary Principals to the ALC for lunch and a tour of our amazing campus! Our visitors were able to visit classrooms and see the awesome learning happening here at the ALC!
