As the holiday season unfolds, it brings us closer in celebration and togetherness! Whether you celebrate or not, may this season be filled with happiness and cherished moments. Our diverse community shines brighter this season, highlighting our shared bonds and the beauty of our differences.

At Alderwood, we treasure the tapestry of traditions and cultures that enrich our identity. Each family adds a unique shade to our vibrant mosaic, representing unity. Join us for a special Meet the Board event on Friday, December 15th, at 8:00AM! It's a fantastic opportunity to connect with the current Board members and learn more about our school initiatives and events and how you can get involved.

We're looking for three more volunteers to join our team for the upcoming Jogathon! Your help is crucial, and your participation will make a big difference in making this event a success. If you're interested, please get in touch via email: volunteer@alderwoodpta.com

In celebration of the holiday season, students can enjoy shopping for their friends and family at our holiday boutique. It's a wonderful way to instill the spirit of giving in our children, and all proceeds will go to support the nonprofit Irvine Public Schools Foundation (IPSF). Join us in assisting the students as they shop and check out presents for their loved ones and friends during boutique hours.

We are excited to announce the 2024 Alderwood Talent Show, brought to you by the Alderwood PTA and produced by Irvine Theatre Company. This year's Talent Show promises to be a fantastic showcase of our talented students, and we appreciate your commitment to making it a memorable event.

SIGN UP INFORMATION:

To sign up for the Talent Show, as a performer, stage crew, or Emcee, sign up here:https://bit.ly/AWTalent. By signing up to participate in the Talent Show, you are committing to all of the following guidelines, dates and times:

Cost:

• $30 performer registration fee, performer siblings $25. You will be directed to pay once you fill out required information on this sign up. *
• Emcee fee $5, Stage Crew $5. Emcees and Stage Crew can also perform in the talent show (5th & 6th graders only). 
• Each performer whether in a group and/or solo will pay one registration fee. The fee is a one time participation fee, regardless of whether you are in one or two acts. 
• Performers may present one main act (solo or group) and/or one group number (duet, trio, large group). 
• *Scholarships available. Please contact irvinetheatreco@gmail.com

Deadline:

• Sign up by 12-15-2023
• Submit your audition videos by 12-22-2023
• LOWER GRADE FILE REQUEST LINK https://www.dropbox.com/request/81Zy8ZhPku5T6rve4iC9
• UPPER GRADE FILE REQUEST LINK https://www.dropbox.com/request/1hKsktxrzZv83z5O1etR

Music and Time Limits:

• All Performances shall have a maximum duration of 2 minutes and 15 seconds.
• All performers must submit their music files, cut and edited up to 2 minutes and 15 seconds. Music files should be in MP3 format and should adhere to clean and appropriate content guidelines (no explicit language). Parents are kindly requested to review and ensure the appropriateness of their child's music before submitting their auditions.

Please email the music file to irvinetheatreco@gmail.com and include your child's name and grade in the subject line by January 12, 2024. If you require music editing services, feel free to inquire.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR IMPORTANT DATES:

Save The Talent Show Performance Dates:

February 1-2, 2024 

Dress Rehearsal: (This is the only rehearsal on the stage- You are expected to be ready and practicing beforehand and up to the performance):

January 19, 2024, at 2:30 PM start. 

Stage Crew and MC's:

Stage crew and MC's must be present for all dates and performances. They can also be a performer if they have an act or in a group number. 

Should you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact us. Irvinetheatreco@gmail.com

We look forward to a spectacular 2024 Alderwood Talent Show, showcasing the amazing talents of our students. Thank you for your support and enthusiasm!

Congratulations to the following students for winning the 2023-2024 Reflections:

Edward Stevens - 2nd Grade Ms. Kuo - Dance Award of Excellence

Danila Ten - 1st Grade Ms. Montgomery - Film Prod. Award of Excellence

Neel Prem - 5th Grade Ms. Mulvany - Music Comp. Award of Excellence

Maddox Tsai - 6th Grade Mrs. Ozguz/Sinclair - Photography Award of Excellence

Sara Liang - 4th Grade Mrs. Edgar - Visual Arts Award of Excellence

Kira Liang - 2nd Grade Mrs. Ford - Visual Arts Award of Excellence

Arav Shah - 6th Grade Mrs. Mowers - Dance Award of Merit

Diana Ten - 4th Grade Mrs. Tomberlin - Film Prod. Award of Merit

Preston Tsai - 4th Grade Ms. Edgar - Visual Arts Award of Merit

Shyla Khabrani - 1st Grade Mrs. Flores/Marques - Visual Arts Award of Merit

Zander Ling - 4th Grade Ms. Bower - Visual Arts Honorary Mention

Claire Pau - 1st Grade Ms. Buckingham - Visual Arts Honorary Mention

Awards ceremony is slated for January 26, 2024 at 5PM in the MPR.

We have many great workshops and presentations set up for the parents/ caregivers of Irvine students. Below you will find the links to our workshops and other district wide parent/guardian presentations for the month of December.  

Irvine Parent Education Programs (IPEP) are FREE seminars and educational workshops offered to Irvine parents/caregivers throughout the school year. Our goal is to empower parents/guardians with the skills and strategies necessary to become active participants in their student’s education. 

We invite you to register for one or more of the IPEP Parent Workshops.

If you have any questions please contact Kim Bates, Coordinator or Family Outreach and Student Engagement, at kimbates@iusd.org or (949)936-5283.

Did you know that Alderwood PTA offers local businesses sponsorship opportunities at various levels? Sponsors make a major impact on our community through their support of PTA programs -- and they can qualify for benefits such as having a logo showcased on the school marquee and website, or hosting a booth at popular schoolwide PTA events. Plus, the sponsorship is tax-deductible!  

Alderwood PTA offers a special discount to Alderwood parents for the entry-level Bronze Partnership -- a $250 sponsorship for just $100!

Visit {alderwoodpta.com/sponsor} to learn more and become a sponsor, or email sponsorship@alderwoodpta.com if you know a local business that might be interested.