Dear #unionrxi parents/guardians:
Temperatures are falling and with that comes wintery weather. The Union R-XI School District recognizes the challenges that result from school being canceled due to inclement weather. As such, we want to share some information to keep you informed about our district's procedures for school closings and delays due to weather.
In the case of inclement weather:
1). The district administration will make a decision as soon as we can. In general, school officials will not cancel school based on a forecast. However, there are occasional instances where decisions could be made when inclement weather appears to be inevitable.
2). When possible, the decision to cancel school may be made the night before, usually by 9:00 pm. However, in most situations, a decision isn’t made until the following morning. An early morning decision is typically made by 5:00 a.m. A decision to cancel school will be shared in the following ways: automated phone call, email, text, notification through our mobile app, district social media sites, and local news television stations.
3). In the event we need to have an early dismissal once students have already arrived at school, we will use the same communication means as listed above.
4). In order to receive the above listed communications, you’ll need to ensure your Campus Parent Portal has been updated in addition to opting into receiving district text messages. If you have questions about updating your Parent Portal, please contact your child’s school.
As we look ahead, we ask that all parents/guardians:
1). Create a plan for unexpected school closures and share the plan with your student. School cancellations due to weather are unavoidable and will happen at some point.
2). Please watch our district website, mobile app, and social media pages for information related to school closures. We will post periodic updates about the decision making process. We will not respond to questions submitted on social media asking if we plan to have school.
3). Recognize that snow itself rarely closes school. Snow in the forecast is not our primary concern. Rather, safety, visibility, road conditions, ice build-up, and the status of plowing are more important issues to consider. In addition, the capability of our staff to safely travel to school and for our custodial/maintenance departments to clear sidewalks and parking lots have a large impact on our ability to have school.
As always, the highest priority for our district is the safety of our students and staff, for whom we will always err on the side of caution. We appreciate your understanding as we focus on doing what’s best for both our students and staff.
Thank you and #Uproud!
5 days ago, Union R-XI School District
Today is substitute teacher appreciation day!
Our substitute teachers play a critically important role in our district and do a wonderful job helping us when we are most in need. Give a big shout out to our awesome substitute teachers and thank them for all they do!
#Uproud
16 days ago, Union R-XI School District
*Thanksgiving Break*
No school, Wednesday, 11/27 - Friday, 11/29
All schools are back in session on Monday, 12/2
#Uproud
17 days ago, Union R-XI School District
**New substitute teacher and paraprofessional pay rates!**
Have you heard!?
1). We increased our substitute teacher rate of pay from $115 per day to $135 per day. Retired teachers (from any district) who substitute teach will be paid $150 per day up from $135 per day.
https://tinyurl.com/unionrxipay
If you enjoy working with students and wish to make a positive difference in the lives of students, please consider applying. If you have any questions about becoming a substitute teacher, contact Mrs. Nickie Voss, Human Resources Specialist: 636.583.8626 (
vossni@unionrxi.org)
2). We also increased our district paraprofessional hourly rate of pay. Our paraprofessionals fill a variety of roles throughout our district. If you have 60 college credit hours or you’ve passed the paraprofessional exam, please check out our current openings. If you have any questions about these positions, contact Dr. Justin Tarte, Executive Director of Human Resources: 636.583.8626 (
tartej@unionrxi.org)
https://tinyurl.com/unionrxipara
Employment page:
https://unionrxi.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
We look forward to working with you!
#Uproud
23 days ago, Union R-XI School District
Thank you to all those who have served our great country. Today is your day, Veterans!
#Uproud
27 days ago, Union R-XI School District
No school - Friday, Nov. 1
Have a wonderful and safe Halloween!
#Uproud
about 1 month ago, Union R-XI School District
**New substitute teacher and paraprofessional pay rates!**
Last night at our regularly scheduled BoE meeting, there were two agenda items approved that we’d like to bring to your attention. The changes below are not effective until Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
1). We increased our substitute teacher rate of pay from $115 per day to $135 per day. Retired teachers (from any district) who substitute teach will be paid $150 per day up from $135 per day.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fZb77qp86J3e3yKPXlumw9EuqFxH1e4U/view
If you enjoy working with students and wish to make a positive difference in the lives of students, please consider applying. If you have any questions about becoming a substitute teacher, contact Mrs. Nickie Voss, Human Resources Specialist: 636.583.8626 (
vossni@unionrxi.org)
2). We also increased our district paraprofessional hourly rate of pay. Our paraprofessionals fill a variety of roles throughout our district. If you have 60 college credit hours or you’ve passed the paraprofessional exam, please check out our current openings. If you have any questions about these positions, contact Dr. Justin Tarte, Executive Director of Human Resources: 636.583.8626 (
tartej@unionrxi.org)
https://drive.google.com/file/d/17DwU1L-glqS687XfwAQfpREggc5Bkvnx/view
Employment page:
https://unionrxi.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
We look forward to working with you!
#Uproud
about 1 month ago, Union R-XI School District
Today we show appreciation to all our amazing custodial team members. Thank you for going above and beyond each and every day ensuring our schools are clean and safe!
#Uproud
2 months ago, Union R-XI School District
Today is custodian appreciation day!
Thank you to all our wonderful custodial team members who work tirelessly to ensure our schools are both clean and safe. You all are amazing!
#Uproud
2 months ago, Union R-XI School District
Today is IT Professionals Appreciation Day!
Thank you to our wonderful team of IT professionals who take care of all our technology needs. We appreciate you keeping us 'connected!'
#Uproud
3 months ago, Union R-XI School District
#Unionrxi is hiring substitute teachers!
If you're looking for a way to positively impact our school district and you enjoy working with kids, then substitute teaching may be for you.
Our substitute teachers earn $115 per day ($135 for retired teachers)
Learn more and apply here:
https://unionrxi.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=629
If you have any questions about what you need to be a substitute teacher, please contact our district office: 636.583.8626
#Uproud
3 months ago, Union R-XI School District
Friendly reminders...
Friday, 8/30 - one hour early release day (this happens every Friday)
Monday, 9/2 - no school in observance of Labor Day
Have a great rest of your week!
#Uproud
3 months ago, Union R-XI School District
Good evening, Union R-XI Families:
We hope everyone is having a great school year thus far! We’d like to take a moment to share some information about the state testing that occurred this past spring.
The Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) Grade-Level Assessments and End of Course (EOC) exams evaluate students’ progress toward the Missouri Learning Standards. The MAP Grade-Level Assessments include assessments in the subject areas of Communication arts (grades 3-8), Mathematics (grades 3-8), and Science (grades 5 and 8). The EOC, End of Course Assessments include assessments in the subject areas of Algebra I, Biology, English II, and Government. These assessments provide important information that contributes to decisions concerning individual students, groups of students, and educational programs.
We have recently received your child’s Individual Student Report (ISR). This report includes an Achievement Level, which will describe his or her performance for the grade level and content area as Below Basic, Basic, Proficient, or Advanced. The report will also include a short description of the knowledge and skills that are typically demonstrated by students in each Achievement Level for their grade level and content area.
We plan to send these reports home at the Middle School and High School with the first round of progress reports, as well as share them at the elementary schools at parent/teacher conferences. If you would like your child's report prior to that time, please reach out to your building counselor for the report.
We deeply value our students and know that they are SO much more than a test score on paper; however, we are also extremely proud of the hard work they put in. We are excited to share in their accomplishments on these state assessments as their hard work pays off. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or we can help in any way!
Dr. Kendra Fennessey - Assistant Superintendent
Union R-XI School District
4 months ago, Union R-XI School District
*Early release Fridays*
Starting this Friday, 8/23/24, all schools will dismiss one hour early.
The one hour early release is EVERY Friday to provide time for staff professional development.
#Uproud
4 months ago, Union R-XI School District
Hopefully everyone had a wonderful first day of school. There were so many smiling faces and excited students all across our district!
We know there were some delays today with dismissal, so we most certainly appreciate your patience. Please know we are making adjustments and modifications and hope to minimize delays over the next few days.
Thank you again for your continued partnership and have a wonderful rest of your week!
#Uproud
4 months ago, Union R-XI School District
We still have several positions open for the 24/25 school year. If you're looking to be part of a student-centered and team-oriented work environment, check out our current openings. Be sure to spread the word too!
https://unionrxi.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
#Uproud
6 months ago, Union R-XI School District
Our new Parent Portal is LIVE!
7 months ago, Nicole Westrup
Today is National Speech-Language Pathologist Day! Thank you to all our SLPs for everything you do for our students. We appreciate you!
#Uproud
7 months ago, Union R-XI School District
*23/24 calendar update*
Our Board of Education approved a slight adjustment to our current 23/24 school year calendar. Our last day of school, Thursday 5/23, is now going to be a half day (previously it was scheduled to be a full day).
This means on Thursday 5/23 our elementary schools will dismiss at 11:45 am and our secondary schools will dismiss at 12:20 pm.
Thank you and #Uproud!
https://tinyurl.com/rxicalendar7 months ago, Union R-XI School District
Good morning, #unionrxi families:
As you may be aware, there is a strong likelihood of inclement weather today. We have been monitoring and discussing the forecast with a focus on student and staff safety. At this time, the forecast includes the potential for severe thunderstorms, strong winds, hail and even possibly tornadoes.
Due to the potential danger related to the impending weather forecast, we are canceling ALL after-school activities for today, Wednesday, 5/8/24. This includes ALL sports, practices, events, clubs and activities after school.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to keep our students and staff safe.
#Uproud
7 months ago, Union R-XI School District