Congratulations to these musicians!!
Looking for a fun and engaging summer opportunity for students ages 10–14? 🌟
UNCW’s Junior Seahawk Academy is back for Summer 2026 with hands-on experiences in STEM, healthcare, and teacher education. Students will explore real-world learning through live demonstrations and interactive activities.
📅 Session 1: June 29–July 2
📅 Session 2: July 7–10
🕣 Time: 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Sayed Hall
💻 Zoom options available
💲 Cost: $25
High school students can also get involved as Junior Mentors and gain valuable leadership experience.
Apply today and learn more: uncw.edu/ed/jrseahawk
UNCW’s Junior Seahawk Academy is back for Summer 2026 with hands-on experiences in STEM, healthcare, and teacher education. Students will explore real-world learning through live demonstrations and interactive activities.
📅 Session 1: June 29–July 2
📅 Session 2: July 7–10
🕣 Time: 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Sayed Hall
💻 Zoom options available
💲 Cost: $25
High school students can also get involved as Junior Mentors and gain valuable leadership experience.
Apply today and learn more: uncw.edu/ed/jrseahawk
💜 April is the Month of the Military Child 💜
At North Topsail Elementary, we are proud to honor and celebrate the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of our military-connected students. With 160 military children in our school community, their impact is felt every single day.
Military children face unique challenges. Frequent moves, new schools, and time apart from loved ones, yet they continue to show courage, adaptability, and kindness in all they do.
Throughout the month of April, we recognize and appreciate these incredible students for their service and sacrifice alongside their families. 💜
Thank you, military children, for your strength and for being such an important part of our NTE family!
#onepender
Our 4th and 5th graders had an incredible hands-on learning experience with Ms. Kimberly from Marine CSI! 🐢🌊
Students explored how scientists identify different species by using dichotomous keys and field guides, just like real marine biologists. Through these activities, they learned to observe key characteristics, such as shell shape, size, and patterns, to identify different types of sea turtles accurately.
Who knew science could feel like solving a mystery? 🔍🐢 #MarineCSI #FutureScientists #STEMlearning #SeaTurtles #onepender
Students explored how scientists identify different species by using dichotomous keys and field guides, just like real marine biologists. Through these activities, they learned to observe key characteristics, such as shell shape, size, and patterns, to identify different types of sea turtles accurately.
Who knew science could feel like solving a mystery? 🔍🐢 #MarineCSI #FutureScientists #STEMlearning #SeaTurtles #onepender
Happy April Birthday to these Dynamic Dolphins!
Our Kindergarten and 1st grade students had an amazing learning experience with Ms. Kimberly from Marine CSI! 🌊
They dove into the fascinating world of jellyfish, learning all about these incredible ocean creatures!
And here’s a fun fact they loved…
Did you know a group of jellyfish is called??
A smack?! 😂
We are so thankful for opportunities like this that bring science to life for our students! 🐙💙
#onepender
They dove into the fascinating world of jellyfish, learning all about these incredible ocean creatures!
And here’s a fun fact they loved…
Did you know a group of jellyfish is called??
A smack?! 😂
We are so thankful for opportunities like this that bring science to life for our students! 🐙💙
#onepender
Check out what our cafeteria has planned for the Dolphins this week!
Our students have had wonderful guidance lessons with our amazing counselor, Mrs. Garrison! During SWIM time, they explored the importance of kindness and love, learning how even small acts can make a big difference in our school community.
We are so proud of our students for practicing empathy, showing compassion, and helping make NTE a place where everyone feels valued and cared for.
We are so proud of our students for practicing empathy, showing compassion, and helping make NTE a place where everyone feels valued and cared for.
📸✨ Reminder! Monday, March 23 is Spring Picture Day!
Don’t forget to send your student to school ready to smile—this is a great opportunity to capture those bright springtime photos! 🌸
We can’t wait to see all those smiling faces!
Don’t forget to send your student to school ready to smile—this is a great opportunity to capture those bright springtime photos! 🌸
We can’t wait to see all those smiling faces!
Busy schedules are here, and we know mornings (and evenings!) can get hectic!
This is a reminder that ALL students at NTE receive FREE breakfast and lunch every day! 🥞🍎
Take one thing off your plate and let us help keep your child fueled and ready to learn! No sign-up needed, just show up and enjoy.
This is a reminder that ALL students at NTE receive FREE breakfast and lunch every day! 🥞🍎
Take one thing off your plate and let us help keep your child fueled and ready to learn! No sign-up needed, just show up and enjoy.
Don't forget our dolphins receive FREE breakfast and lunch!
Our 3rd graders are diving into their NC Fraction Standards (3.NF.1–4) in an exciting way! 🎉 Using their new Newline Interactive Board, students are exploring fractions with hands-on, engaging activities that bring learning to life. From modeling parts of a whole to comparing fractions, technology is helping deepen understanding and spark curiosity every day. 💡📊
We love seeing our students so actively involved and excited about math! #FutureReady #EngagedLearning #MathInAction #onepender
We love seeing our students so actively involved and excited about math! #FutureReady #EngagedLearning #MathInAction #onepender
Teacher Tuesday: Ms. Elizabeth Fulbright — North Topsail Elementary
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Ms. Elizabeth Fulbright teaches 4th grade at North Topsail Elementary. A former student shared how much of an impact she had during their time in her class.
The student said Ms. Fulbright taught them the importance of being quiet, respectful, and working hard. They described her as one of the most inspiring teachers they’ve had.
In their nomination, the student reflected on how they look back on 4th grade as a time when school felt easier and enjoyable. They remembered Ms. Fulbright’s kindness and the way she made learning fun while still setting clear expectations.
Thank you, Ms. Fulbright, for the difference you’ve made for students at North Topsail Elementary. 💛
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Ms. Elizabeth Fulbright teaches 4th grade at North Topsail Elementary. A former student shared how much of an impact she had during their time in her class.
The student said Ms. Fulbright taught them the importance of being quiet, respectful, and working hard. They described her as one of the most inspiring teachers they’ve had.
In their nomination, the student reflected on how they look back on 4th grade as a time when school felt easier and enjoyable. They remembered Ms. Fulbright’s kindness and the way she made learning fun while still setting clear expectations.
Thank you, Ms. Fulbright, for the difference you’ve made for students at North Topsail Elementary. 💛
Don't miss out on your chance to purchase a 25-26 NTE Yearbook! Deadline to purchase is March 31st! Scan the QR code, or visit www.strawbridge.net and enter code YB34212
A huge thank you to author and illustrator Timothy Young for visiting our school on Friday! Our students loved hearing about his books and learning about the creative process behind his amazing characters. Watching him bring drawings to life right in front of them was such a fun and inspiring experience!
If your student missed the opportunity to order a book during his visit, you can still purchase one using the link below:
https://creaturesandcharacters.com/Book_Sales-Carolinas/
If your student missed the opportunity to order a book during his visit, you can still purchase one using the link below:
https://creaturesandcharacters.com/Book_Sales-Carolinas/
🐬✨ Celebrating Excellence at North Topsail Elementary! ✨🐬
We are proud to announce our 2026 North Topsail Elementary Teacher of the Year and Instructional Assistant of the Year!
🍎 Teacher of the Year: Mrs. Stephanie White
🌟 Instructional Assistant of the Year: Mrs. Valeria Gallagher
Both of these incredible educators represent the very best of what it means to be a Dolphin. Their dedication to students, commitment to learning, and positive impact on our school community make North Topsail Elementary a place where students truly thrive.
Every day they demonstrate our SWIM expectations by creating classrooms that are safe, engaging, and full of opportunity for students to grow and succeed.
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding members of our Dolphin family! 💙
#OnePender
We are proud to announce our 2026 North Topsail Elementary Teacher of the Year and Instructional Assistant of the Year!
🍎 Teacher of the Year: Mrs. Stephanie White
🌟 Instructional Assistant of the Year: Mrs. Valeria Gallagher
Both of these incredible educators represent the very best of what it means to be a Dolphin. Their dedication to students, commitment to learning, and positive impact on our school community make North Topsail Elementary a place where students truly thrive.
Every day they demonstrate our SWIM expectations by creating classrooms that are safe, engaging, and full of opportunity for students to grow and succeed.
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding members of our Dolphin family! 💙
#OnePender
Our 5th graders wrapped up their Biome Box projects as part of learning standard LS.5.2: understanding the interdependence of plants and animals within their ecosystem! 🌎🌿 Students explored different biomes and showed how living things rely on one another to survive. Their creativity and hard work really brought these ecosystems to life! Great job, 5th grade! 👏📦
We are excited to meet our rising Kindergarten students and families!
Congrats to our Battle of the Books team! #onepender
No School on Tuesday, March 3rd
