The Soaring Eagle News

What another Terrific week at Alderman Elementary! Our hallways were filled with smiles, positivity, and kindness as our students and staff celebrated World Kindness Day! It was wonderful seeing our Eagles spread joy and remind one another that even the smallest act of kindness can make a BIG difference! We also hope everyone enjoyed a little midweek break as we honored our veterans for their courage, sacrifice, and service to our country. We are especially grateful for the veterans within our Alderman community and thank them for all they have done to protect our freedoms! 🇺🇸

Next week is shaping up to be another BUSY and EXCITING one! Our 3rd and 4th graders will take their Math NC Check-In on Wednesday, giving them another opportunity to show off what they've learned and how much they've grown! Families, you can help set your Eagle up for success by ensuring they get a good night's sleep, arrive before 7:40 AM, and have time to enjoy breakfast before starting their day. Remind them to take their time, give their best effort, and remember that they CAN do hard things! We've got this, Eagles!

And speaking of things to be thankful for… we can't wait to welcome our Alderman families for our Holiday Meal this Thursday, November 19! There's nothing better than bringing our school community together to share a meal and make special memories! If you plan to join us, please RSVP using the form linked below and be sure to check your child's scheduled lunchtime so you know when to arrive. We're looking forward to seeing so many of our Eagle families!

Then, to finish the week with some FUN, it's time for our annual ALDERMAN TURKEY TROT! Join in the excitement Friday, November 20, beginning at 1:15 PM, as our swift Eagles race for a chance to take home a HOLIDAY TURKEY! Get ready for some fast feet, big cheers, and plenty of laughs as we celebrate this fun Alderman tradition!

To our incredible Eagle families, THANK YOU for your continued encouragement, partnership, and support. We have SO much to be grateful for, and having such a caring, connected school community is at the top of our list! Let's keep spreading kindness, celebrating growth, and making memories as we SOAR into another amazing week!

• Grade 3-4 Math Check-ins: This coming Wednesday, Nov. 18 students will complete their Math check-in to assess their progress towards Q1 standard proficiency. Be sure students are well rested, have a good breakfast and are at school before 7:40am ready to ace their 1st Math Benchmark of the year.
• Holiday Meal: We would like to invite all parents to come enjoy a holiday meal with your child Nov. 19 during lunch. The cost is $6.25. Please RSVP HERE by Nov. 12
• Turkey Trot: Our annual Turkey Trot is this coming Friday @ 1:15pm on the soccer field. Come out and cheer on our super sonic Eagles as they race for a turkey!
• GRADE LEVEL NEWS: This week's edition of the Soaring Eagle includes newsletters from the grade levels, support staff introductions, arrival and dismissal information and much more...

This Wednesday, Nov. 18, is PINK OUT DAY! Our amazing art teacher Ms. Topping will be ringing the bell this week as she marks the end of her cancer treatment and we want to celebrate her!!! Please have your child wear pink that day and right any notes of encouragement as we celebrate Ms. Topping for reaching an incredible milestone.

Click the image or the button below to share your feedback.

We were able to get 2 more days toward our goal so we now have 6 days of 10 or fewer tardies, just 14 more days to go! Remember, students who enter the building at 7:40 AM or later are tardy, so please adjust your morning routine to get out the house a few minutes earlier and plan to arrive a few minutes early.

Wear pink to celebrate Ms. Topping reaching the end of her Cancer Journey!!!

Come enjoy a holiday meal with your child during lunch. The cost is $6.25. Please RSVP HERE

• Grade Level Lunch Times:
• Kindergarten - Lunch: 10:45

• 1st Grade - Lunch: 11:20
• 2nd Grade - Lunch: 10:55
• 3rd Grade - Lunch: 11:25
• 4th Grade - Lunch: 11:35
• 5th Grade - Lunch: 11:05

Come enjoy some fun and fitness.

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Enjoy time with loved ones.

Joining the PTA is a fantastic way to make a big impact by advocating for our students, teachers, and school! Your membership supports a variety of school activities and programs helping to create a fun, engaging, and positive community. Plus, there’s no obligation to volunteer or attend monthly meetings when you become a member. Your involvement, whether active or simply through membership, makes a significant difference.

JOIN THE PTA!!!

Volunteers are the backbone of our success.

Come to our next meeting on

Nov 10, 2026 at 5:30pm in the school cafeteria!

Meetings are generally the first Tuesday of each month at 6pm

• Volunteers help Alderman SOAR higher! Whether you want to assist in a classroom, lead a small group, chaperone a field trip, or simply help in an area around the school, we need you to complete the application process to ensure you are either a Level 1 or Level 2 volunteer!

  
  

  Level I Volunteers

  Our Level I volunteers work under the continual supervision of school staff. If willing to serve our school as a Level I Volunteer, you will need to complete the following steps:

  • Read all of the information in this presentation, Volunteer Orientation, and the NHCS Volunteer Handbook (we will get this to you as soon as it becomes available).
  • Complete the Volunteer Orientation Assessment with a score of 80% or higher.

  
  

  Level II Volunteers

  After completing Level I certification, in order to be a Level II Volunteer your will need to complete a Background Check Application. Background checks cost $22.50 and are valid for three (3) years. Our Level 2 Volunteers may work alone with students and may not always be with a staff member. **The Alderman PTA will reimburse the cost of the background check.

  
  

  General Guidelines after receiving district clearance to serve as a volunteer:

  • Please have your photo ID ready when coming to campus to either sign in.
  • When volunteering, please respect the instructional day and stay within your volunteer area.

The following link will take you to the NHCS guide to the Parent Bill of Rights which provides you insights into your rights as a parent and a way to voice your thoughts and concerns.

Parent Bill of Rights

Meals, foods and beverages sold or served at schools meet state and federal requirements which are based on the USDA Dietary Guidelines. NHCS's Child Nutrition Department provides students with access to a variety of affordable and appealing foods that meet the health and nutrition needs of students.

Principal: Bobby Garcia

Website: https://alderman.nhcs.net/

Location: 2025 Independence BLVD., Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: (910) 350-2031