For Retro Rocker and Cassette Crew students who did not attend the party last Friday, please reach out to president@alderwoodpta.com to receive their gifts. We want to ensure everyone can join the fun, and your feedback will help us plan accordingly.

Time: During recess, lunch, and for one hour after school each day

Where: Library 

We will also have two special events for parents/families:

Parents/Guardian’s Shopping Morning

Wednesday, November 8

Window #1: 8:30 –9:45 a.m.

Window #2: 10:30 -11:30 a.m.

*No current Alderwood students may attend this. If you are a parent with a non PK-12 school age child you may bring them if you wish/need to.

PK/Kinder Storytime + Shopping

Thursday, November 9th

PM PK/Kinder 9:30 am

AM PK/Kinder 11:30 am

*Students must be supervised by a parent/guardian to attend as these are for before school for the PM cohort, and after school for the AM cohort.

eWallet Reminders

Say goodbye to cash and hello to eWallet—your child’s digital payment account. Before the Fair, set up eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases. Anyone can contribute! Share each child’s eWallet so friends and family can add funds and give your kids more books to enjoy.

If your child has remaining funds from a previous Book Fair’s eWallet or a Scholastic eGift card, you must create a new eWallet for each new Book Fair (and one for each child). When you set up your eWallet for this Fall’s 2023 Book Fair, look for the option to apply your current balance to a new eWallet! 

If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Book Fair online. All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $25. Every online purchase will also benefit our school.

Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more and get started with eWallet and online shopping:

https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/alderwoodelementaryschool

Purchase a $14 Krispy Kreme Gift Card and treat yourself to a dozen famous glazed donuts. These delectable delights are typically sold for $17.99 in stores, so this is your chance to enjoy the same mouthwatering goodness at a special price. Don't miss out on this tasty offer –  Get your gift cards today from our PTA Store

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!

Shoutout to our 5th/6th-grade girls' team for their outstanding performance at Volley Fest. A special thanks to Coach Sonny Keanu, Team Admin Jenny Keanu, and all the parents for their tremendous support!

Attention PTA volunteers! Kindly update your Raptor volunteer information for the 2023/2024 school year. Last year's data has been cleared from the system. Access the application here: {Raptor Volunteer Application}.

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.