UCPS Bond 2016 Update
Union County voters approved a bond in 2016, and most of the projects are now complete. Watch the video above for an update on the bond projects, which includes additions and renovations for six schools and a new transportation facility.

Want to learn more about each individual bond project?

Click the link below to go to the 2016 UCPS Bond website, where you can find short videos highlighting the progress of each bond location, details about the timeline for each project and more.
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And the winner of the UCPS Holiday Card contest is...
Congratulations to CATA freshman Emma Rombold, who is the winner of the 2019 UCPS Holiday Card contest!

Emma's card was selected out of nearly 500 submissions and will be used as the official UCPS holiday card. Her winning design will also be available for community members to purchase for a minimum donation of $10 for 15 cards. All proceeds will benefit the art department at CATA.
High School Programs Expo
UCPS will hold its annual High School Programs Expo on Saturday, Dec. 7.

Middle and high school families are invited to attend the expo and learn about UCPS college and career readiness programs offered throughout the district, including career readiness pathways, Advanced Placement offerings and more.
UCPS wants to hear from you!
The Communications Team is planning to release a podcast series for UCPS families. But first, we want to know how these podcasts can best meet your needs!
 
Please click the link below to complete the brief 30-second survey and provide us with your feedback by Friday, Dec. 6.
UCPS College Readiness Parent Series
Is your student interested in playing sports in college? Are you feeling nervous about the recruiting process?

During the Dec. 5 UCPS College Readiness Parent Series session, a representative from Next College Student Athlete will share information about the recruiting process, NCAA rules and regulations, and provide students with an opportunity to create a free profile.
In Case You Missed It
Spotlight on our Schools
Why learn about space exploration sitting at a classroom desk when you can actually walk on the moon?

This fall, hundreds of Cuthbertson Middle and East Union Middle sixth graders did just that, courtesy of a unique and engaging curriculum tied to the Giant Moon Map.

Click the video above to see the students in action, and click the link below to learn more about the STEAM 3 Collaborative that made it all possible. 
Check Out What's New
In partnership with the Scott Clark Auto Group, UCPS has launched a live streaming service for athletics.

Live streaming cameras have been installed in the stadiums and gyms at 10 high schools to capture football, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, volleyball and wrestling games.

The Scott Clark Auto Group is the official live streaming partner and now, friends and relatives who can’t attend local sporting events can watch them live from any device.

Each annual subscription purchased from ucpsathletics.com gives 30 percent back to Union County Public Schools to help grow and enhance athletic programs this year.
Mark Your Calendar
Thanksgiving Holiday
Wednesday, Nov. 27 - Friday, Nov. 29

6 - 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 5
Monroe High (1 High School Drive, Monroe)

High School Programs Expo
9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7
Porter Ridge Middle
2827 Ridge Road, Indian Trail

Winter Break: All Schools
Monday, Dec. 23 - Friday, Jan. 3
Did You Know?
During the 2018-19 school year, more Advanced Placement (AP) exams earned a passing score than at any point in UCPS history.

That means thousands of UCPS high school students throughout the district are developing their college-level academic skills, increasing their chances for college-specific merit aid, and potentially saving money on college tuition!

Click the link below to learn more about how our students' participation on AP exams, and the passing scores earned on those exams, have boomed in recent years.