Your weekly update on what's happening at UPMS!
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Hello Econ Families!
I hope that you had a wonderful weekend! It's hard to believe that we're already nearing Winter Break! We close out the first semester with a 4-day week that is highlighted by our
Winter Chorus Concert this Wednesday at 7:00 in the Cafetorium. Here are a few announcements about what else is happening at Union Park MS:
- Please be aware that there are no bookbags or laptops on campus this Thursday, December 20th. Teachers will be planning a non-digital lesson for the students that day.
- Also remember that there is no YMCA after school program this Thursday, December 20th.
- This Wednesday, December 19th, we will be hosting a guest speaker who will be talking to all students about responsible choices. A letter detailing the topics discussed was sent home with students on Friday. If you do not want your student to take part in the assembly, please sign the form and send it back with your child.
- Winter Break for students begins this Friday, December 21st. School offices will be open that Friday, but will be closed for the remainder of the break. We will reopen when the students return to school on January 7th.
- Remember that basketball tryouts begin Monday, January 7th. Students who are interested in trying-out must have a completed athletic physical. Contact Coach Wofford for more information.
We have lots of other things going on at UPMS as well! Please scroll down to see great information about athletics, ways to get connected at our school such as SAC and PTSA, and some information about our school partners in education.
Thank you and have a great break!
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Our SAFE Ambassadors are sponsoring two important events this month!
Holiday Toy Drive!
- Donate a new, unwrapped toy and bring a smile to a child's face this Holiday season!
- Appropriate toys will be collected beginning December 5th until December 17th. This event will benefit children from our school community who are between 2 to 13 years of age. Your generosity would be greatly appreciated! (Ex: puzzles, play balls, dolls, tools set, animated figures, coloring books, crayons, ear buds, art-related items)
Pajama Day!
- On December 20th, we will be wearing pajamas to school!!
- Participate by purchasing your ticket for only $2! Ms. Galiber will be selling tickets beginning on December 17th!
- Pajamas MUST follow OCPS Dress Code
Canvas assistance
for students is offered every other Friday during the 2
nd
period in the Media Center.
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12/17 - Last day Holiday Toy Drive
12/18 - School Advisory Committee (SAC) Meeting @ 5:30 pm
12/19 - Winter Chorus Concert
12/20 - Pajama Day
12/21 - 1/4 - Winter Break
1/7/19 - Students return to school
1/7/19 - Basketball Tryouts begin
1/12 - Parent Academy @ Olympia HS: New Year, New You: Healthy Choices for Home and School
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We are looking to fill the following positions:
- Historian
- Vice President 6th grade
- Vice President 7th grade
- Vice President 8th grade
- Box Tops Coordinator
Your $10 membership help with the funding of the following activities:
- 8th Grade End of Year Event
- 6th | 7th Grade Fun Day Events
- Teacher Appreciation Week
- Counselors Appreciation Week
- National Nurses Week
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Parent & Family Engagement
- Our next SAC / PTSA meeting will be on Tuesday, 12/18, at 5:30 pm, in the Media Center. Your participation is important!
- For new parent orientations or If you need assistance with Canvas Parent, I-Ready, LaunchEd, or ProgressBook, please contact our Parent and Family Engagement Liaison to schedule an informational session.
- Remember to register as an OCPS Additions Volunteer and be ready to leave your mark! Get involved and help make this year unforgettable!
- Join PTSA!
- Support our Athletes by attending tournaments!
- Help Counselors during Award ceremonies!
- Share ideas and talents!
- Help plan and organize events!
Coming Soon!
- 1/12 - Parent Academy @ Olympia HS
- Digital Library
- WiDA Assessment Informational Session | ELL
- 504 and Individualized Health Plans
- IEP's: F.A.Q. and Effective Advocacy
- Coffee with the Mr. Serianni
- Mathnasium Family Night
- Literacy Family Night
- STEAM Family Night
- Scholastic Book Fair @ UPMS
- Career Night
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A big thank you goes to
Horace Mann and
AXA for coming in and helping make our school year a successful one. We also want to recognize
Publix Charities for their support to the Parent and Family Engagement Program. We are always looking for more partners in education, so if you or anyone you know would like to become a partner with Union Park Middle School, please contact our coordinator, Ms. Carrasquillo at
crystal.carrasquillo@ocps.net. We are looking for partners who are interested in supporting supplemental programs for students, student recognition programs, and teacher appreciation efforts.
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If you are interested in participating in or coaching a UPMS team, please contact our Athletic Director, Mr. Wofford at
david.wofford@ocps.net.
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Union Park Middle School
Orlando, FL 32817
407-249-6309
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