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Alder Avenue Middle School

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Alder Weekly 2-1-26

Posted Date: 02/06/26 (03:50 PM)


I AM...THE ALDER WEEKLY

Week of February 1, 2026

 
The entrance to Alder Avenue Middle School is visible on a cold, snowy day.
 

Principal's Message

Hello Alder Families, 

As we come to the close of the 2nd marking period, I want to take a moment to thank you for your continued partnership and support. This time of year is always an important opportunity to pause, reflect, and celebrate the progress our students have made academically, socially, and emotionally.

I was especially grateful to see so many of you at Parent-Teacher Conferences. Your presence, thoughtful questions, and collaboration with our teachers truly makes a difference. When families and schools work together, students benefit the most, and your involvement reinforces how much their growth and success matter. As grades are finalized and shared, I encourage you to review them with your child and have open conversations about goals for the next marking period. 

Thank you again for being such an engaged and supportive school community. We look forward to finishing the school year strong together.

Sincerely,  
Ms. Cunningham
 
The text 'Eagles Show Kindness' is displayed prominently on a soft, watercolor background with floral accents.
 
February school calendar with events like Parent Teacher Conferences, Valentine's Day, and an 8th-grade Career Fair.
Alder Avenue Middle School announces students accepted into the 2026 All South Jersey Junior High Band.
 
A yellow school bus is depicted with the text 'Celebrate Love the Bus Month' and 'February 11, 2026'.

I am...SOARing

Positive SOAR Referrals

A smiling young person holds a pink paper in front of a bulletin board with inspirational messages.
A young person stands in front of a bulletin board with colorful inspirational messages.
A smiling person holds a certificate in front of a bulletin board with inspirational messages.
A young person smiles while holding a yellow paper in front of a bulletin board with positive affirmations.

Thank you Counselors

Four individuals stand in front of a vibrant mural featuring an eagle and the word "SOAR".
 

Amazing Alder Happenings

Student Achievement

Students work on a craft project at tables in a library, with bookshelves in the background.
Three students work on a project at a round table in a library, surrounded by bookshelves.
Two people in costume, one in a regal robe and wig, the other in a casual outfit with a wig, stand in a classroom.
 

Winter Sports

I am...a student athlete

The Alder boys basketball team improved their record to 6 and 2 this week beating Davis by a score of 36 to 31. In a back and forth battle, though defense and determination were the key to victory. 

  • Enoch Ragland led all scores with 14 points including 8 for 8 in foul shots in the 3rd and 4th quarter to help seal the win.
  • AJ Nellom scored 8 points including a clutch 3 pointer in the 4th quarter to take the lead. 
  • Other scorers: 
  • Jahwan Jackson 6 points
  • Parker Haney with 2 points
  • Jordan Hare and Anthony Adams with 3 points each. 

Great job Alder! 
A group of young basketball players in black and white uniforms huddle together indoors.
A young basketball player in a black EHT jersey holds a basketball, looking intently on the court.
 
A stylized eagle logo with the text 'EHT' and 'Alder M.S.'

Climate, Culture #EHTPRIDE

 
Poster promoting the Alder's Middle School yearbook, featuring a megaphone graphic and school logo.

Community Partnerships

Poster for a 'Pizza & Paint' event hosted by the EHT Silver Eagles Marching Band Booster Club.
 
Poster for EHT Soccer REC program, featuring a dynamic illustration of a soccer player in action.
 
Promotional poster for EHT Soccer REC program, featuring a cartoon child kicking a soccer ball.
Four smiling girls pose together, promoting Girl Scouts with the text 'Where Adventure Grows'.
A promotional poster for a 4-H Model United Nations program, featuring text and colorful illustrations.
 

Master Bell Schedule

A school bell schedule with periods and times listed in a table.
 
An infographic highlights the importance of school attendance, showing the impact of missed days.

Attendance Reminders

A friendly reminder that all absences and doctor notes can be emailed to CHASES@eht.k12.nj.us

Students must be present for 4.5 hours to receive full credit for the day. 

They must: 
  • Sign in no later than 10:15 am 
  • Sign out no earlier than 12:45 pm 
  • Students cannot be late or leave early on half days or two hour delay.
 
An advertisement for EHT Transportation, seeking bus drivers, aides, and substitutes, with a school bus in the background.
A graphic promoting the Infinite Campus Parent Portal, with contact information.
 
A graphic with a stylized eagle and the words "Stand Tall Fly High" and "Say No to Bullying".
 
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Contact info

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Alder Avenue Middle School
609-383-3366 x. 1408
cunningt@eht.k12.nj.us
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