High Accountability, High Support
At Aldridge Elementary School, we embrace a balanced approach to education, that combines high accountability with ample support. We set challenging academic goals and hold scholars, teachers, and administrators accountable for meeting them. At the same time, we offer personalized assistance, additional tutoring, and small-group instruction. Our nurturing environment also focuses on social-emotional development, promoting excellence while recognizing individual needs. This comprehensive approach ensures every scholar has an equal opportunity to thrive academically and reach their full potential.
Our Approach to Education
Emphasis on Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
We understand the importance of emotional intelligence and its impact on overall well-being. Our curriculum strongly emphasizes social-emotional learning, equipping scholars with essential skills to navigate challenges and build positive relationships.
Differentiation In Small Group Instruction
Differentiation enables us to address diverse learning styles, abilities, and interests, ensuring that every scholar can engage with the curriculum at their level of understanding. In small group settings, scholars receive individualized attention, allowing for more meaningful interactions and fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
Restorative Approach
At Aldridge, we prioritize a restorative approach, fostering growth and learning through multiple opportunities. Engaging in ongoing conversations with our scholars, we encourage them to explore different perspectives and challenge their thinking. By nurturing this mindset, we believe we are continuously planting seeds of curiosity and personal development.
Strong Community Partnerships
We value collaboration with community organizations, businesses, and parents. These partnerships provide enriching opportunities for our scholars and enable us to offer a comprehensive education that prepares them for real-world challenges.
The Field Museum
Involving scholars in community-focused projects, our partnership with the field Museum allows our scholars to explore various issues. They previously tested water safety and now focus on city planning due to the Redline train extension. Encouraging scholars to think about community changes, empowering them to shape their future.
Fine Arts
At Aldridge, fine arts thrive through our partnerships with organizations like "Game Changers." Our scholars delve into music, theater, poetry, dance, and more, embracing diverse creative opportunities.
STEM
Our middle school scholars participate in STEM class as part of their regular school day and thanks to the FUSE grant, our STEM lab now boasts state-of-the-art 3D printers. Additionally, the grant provided engaging kits, empowering scholars to delve into exciting STEM projects involving robotics and coding.
Diverse Learners
At Aldrige, we passionately believe in inclusive education. We're committed to ensuring every scholar feels understood and supported. Our dedicated special education program is tailored to meet individual needs, ensuring every child thrives in a nurturing environment that celebrates their unique abilities and potentials.
After School Programs
Activities
We offer a wide range of extracurricular activities and clubs that cater to various interests and talents. Students have ample opportunities to explore their passions, develop leadership skills, and make lasting friendships outside the classroom.
Basketball
Track
Cheerleading
Volleyball
Football
Tumbling
Hair Braiding
Cardio
Culinary
Art
STEM
Boxing
Ballet
Get your Student Involved In Our
Scholar Council
Additionally, we offer an active Scholar Council, which plays a pivotal role in the decision-making process, ensuring that scholars' voices and needs are consistently represented. For more information about these organizations, please contact:
Sports at Aldridge
We have a dedicated athletic director who ensures our scholars are exposed to a variety of sports. Through these experiences, they learn valuable lessons in sportsmanship, game structures, and competition.
Learn more about our sports program below
Our Resources
STEM
Lab
Computer Lab
Chrome books
Game
room
Two Courtyards
Outside Garden
Our Resources
STEM Lab
Computer Lab
Chrome books
Game
room
Two Courtyards
Outside Garden
Additional Scholar Supports
We provide mentoring opportunities for boys and girls. Regardless of their community or economic background, mentoring empowers them to be the best version of themselves.
Mentoring
Anger Management
Grief Counseling
Every Student Deserves A Champion
Our program, "Every Child Deserves a Champion," connects each scholar with a trusted adult—a big sister or buddy—for support. We check in a few times a week, ensuring their well-being and offering help when needed.
Celebrating Student Success
Recognizing scholar achievements and special events is an integral part of our school culture. Celebrations not only boost morale but also create lasting memories that motivate scholars to excel further.
Special Programs and Activities
Spelling Bee & Knowledge Bowl
Our scholars enthusiastically participated in and dedicated themselves to our annual spelling bee and knowledge bowl. This year's knowledge bowl, focused on famous African American figures during Black History month, showcased their teamwork and collaboration. Their eagerness to study together on weekends and their impressive knowledge made choosing a winner a challenging task as they answered questions with remarkable accuracy.
