May Parent and Family Update

Posted Date: 05/12/26 (03:15 PM)

May Parent and Family Update

5/12/2026

ADM Families,

With the school year winding down, we are pushing strong to the finish line. These closing weeks of the school year are always vibrant; filled with the excitement of spring concerts, athletic events, and special moments to celebrate our dedicated staff during teacher appreciation week and our school board during school board appreciation month. Though May is busy, we are committed to finishing strong and ensuring that each day is meaningful for students. I am especially looking forward to our graduation ceremony on Sunday, May 24, at 2:30 PM, as we recognize a truly remarkable group of seniors. Their successes, combined with the hard work of all our students and staff, provide plenty of reasons to celebrate. Please see the updates below for more details as we conclude another great year.

Teacher Appreciation Week

Each year we deliver drinks and treats to every building during Teacher Appreciation Week for all staff. We travel through each building to hand deliver these small tokens of our appreciation and the time spent connecting with staff and with students along the way is really special! Our teachers and staff are exceptional and it was a great pleasure to talk directly with over 350 of them as we visited each building. If you have not done so, I would encourage you to write a kind note of encouragement and thanks to any teachers who have made an impact on your students while attending ADM.

School Board Appreciation Month

May is School Board Appreciation Month! Our school board members give of their time and energy to lead our district and I can’t thank them enough. Thank you to Tim Canney, Nikki West, Melissa Dohlman, Heith Hockenberry, and Becky Schrock for your leadership and dedication to the students and families of ADM!

2026 ISASP Results Delayed

The ISASP math and ELA assessments were updated by the state of Iowa for this spring’s ISASP assessments. Due to this, the results of the 2026 ISASP assessment have been delayed while the Iowa Department of Education completes a review of assessments and determines proficiency levels for the new tests. ADM anticipates that student scores with performance level indicators will not be available until late July or early August. All districts in Iowa are experiencing this same delay. When scores become available, parents will receive an email with information about how to login to an online portal to access their student’s full ISASP report.

ADM High School Student Council members pose for a photo outside their school.

Focus on Learning Board Report: High School Student Council

At the May Board Meeting, the Board received an update on the student council’s work during the 2025-26 school year. Use the following link to learn more about ADM’s High School Student Council: Focus on Learning: ADM High School Student Council

ADM DISTRICT CAREER & ACADEMIC PLAN 2025-26 School Year | Board Presentation with a cartoon man.

Focus on Learning Board Report: District Career and Academic Plan

At the May Board Meeting, the Board received an update on the District’s Career and Academic Plan. Use the following link watch a video update about the work that occurred during the 2025-26 school year: Focus on Learning: District Career and Academic Plan

ADM Community Schools Senior Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2026.

Class of 2026 Graduation - Sunday, May 24

The graduating class of 2026 will participate in commencement on Sunday, May 24 at 2:30pm. We are excited to celebrate this special young group of students on the 24th.

2026-27 School Registration Reminder: June 1- June 30

Registration for the 2026-27 school year will open on June 1 and close on June 30. Parents of returning students will receive an email on the morning of June 1 with directions for how to complete the online registration process. Parents of new families to ADM will be able to find directions for registration on the ADM website and social media starting June 1. Please look for communication about registration on June 1 and plan to complete the online registration process by June 30.

A stylized calendar with a red top and a grid of blank squares, wearing cool sunglasses.

Last Day of School Will Not Change - No Snow Day Make Ups

The last day of school for the 2025-26 school year will remain May 29, 2026. No snow days will be made up at the end of the school year. As a reminder, the ADM Board of Education approved the 2026-27 academic and staff calendars earlier this year. Parents and families can use the following link to access the approved 2026-27 academic calendar: ADM Calendars

Have a great day!

Greg Dufoe

ADM Superintendent