November 10, 2025 | Issue 8

It’s November, and there’s a lot to celebrate. As turkey season begins, we’re reflecting on teamwork, gratitude, and the creative spirit that makes AlphaBEST special.

We’re spotlighting Halloween highlights from across our sites, sharing ways you can post local team wins in your State Community Stream, and offering tips on how to share through AB Connections for a chance to be featured in The Pulse Check.

Let’s keep the season of thanks going by celebrating one another and the amazing work happening across the nation!

🎉 Congrats to September's New Hires and Promotions! 🎉

📍 Regional & District Leadership

Darlene Alcantara, Area Manager, California

Yulisa Angeles, Area Manager, California

Ashley Powell, Area Manager, Alabama

Rhyan McDowell, Regional Manager, Texas

🛠️ Operations & Support

Danielle Bovill, HR Recruiter, Massachusetts & Rhode Island

Lizbette Gonzalez, Office Manager & Executive Assistant, North Carolina

Courtney Thalasinos, Timekeeping and Labor Specialist, North Carolina

🏫 Site Leadership & Educators

Site Directors: 40

Group Leaders & Assistants: 200

For all AlphaBEST Staff

IT Asset Audit Due · Fri, Nov 14 · End of Day

Workshops

Community Circle · Tue, Nov 11 · 1:00 ET | 12:00 CT | 11:00 MT | 10:00 PT

Employee Spotlight: Halloween Highlights

Sites across the country got into the spooky spirit this Halloween and the creativity did not disappoint. From Doodlebob to Mario, we saw costumes that spanned every character and imagination level.

Thank you for bringing the magic to life for our students and families.

Featured Sites: McGraw Elementary School, Colorado • Poudre and Tozer Elementary Schools, Colorado • Mullen, Virginia • Seven Hills, Texas

Click here to view Halloween highlights in AB Pulse

Get Spotlighted in the Pulse Check Newsletter!

We want to show off the amazing things happening across our sites. Share updates from your location. Celebrate a team win. Lift up a teammate’s success.

Posting on AB Connections in AB Pulse gives you the chance to be featured in our upcoming employee newsletter when you follow the guidelines.

💬 Add your site location

🗣️ Share what is happening at your site

🌈 Keep content supportive, respectful, and fun

Submit your post to AB Connections

This Month's Poll: What are you thankful for?

This season, we’re celebrating gratitude and we want your input!

Take a moment to fill out our “What Are You Thankful For?” poll and share what brings joy, inspiration, or pride to your work and life.

Your responses will help us highlight the things that make our AlphaBEST community special.

Take the Poll

AB Ascend: Growing Our Site Directors

We’re investing in our Site Directors with a new program that combines education, career coaching, and real-world internships.

Ready to grow with us?

👉 Check out the full FAQ on AB Pulse

Job Openings

Explore new opportunities and find your next step toward professional growth.

View AlphaBEST Careers

📲 Download AB Pulse to share local wins with your team!

You now have the ability to share shout-outs and success stories directly in your State Communities on AB Pulse!

Celebrate great moments, spotlight teammates, and help positivity spread across your program.

If you haven’t downloaded the app yet, now’s the perfect time to join the conversation and keep the good news flowing.

👉 Download AB Pulse today on Apple or Android.

Or use the web app!

📧 Email i nternalcomms@alphabest.org for your login credentials.

Share Your Career Story

At AlphaBEST, your role is the start of something bigger — a launchpad for your career. Tell us how you’ve learned, grown, and launched along the way, and inspire others with your journey.

Share your story here.

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