Spirit Days for UMS!
Wildcats Running will now be Wednesday, December 4th! We postponed due to today’s freezing temps. Anyone in 6th-8th grade wanting to run can join us at 3:20-4:30 this Wednesday and again on the next two Mondays (12/9 & 12/16).
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!
8th Grade UMS Tournament begins Monday, December 2, 2024
7th Grade St. James Tournament begins Monday, December 2, 2024
Staff and Students enjoyed turkey bowling last week ! The proceeds raised will be going to the Union Food Pantry!
W.O.W.'s were chosen this week by English Language Arts.
Looking for a fun new way to show your school spirit?
Want to support the Wildcat Resource Center in the process?
Order your U or Wildcat Croc Charm today!
Charms are $5 each and orders are due by December 13th. Charms will be delivered before Christmas Break.
Do you need a shirt with the new Wildcat? You can help out the Junior class, the class of 2025, by purchasing swag from https://uhsclassofstoreapparel.itemorder.com/
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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
Congratulations to our UMS student of the month for November, Isaac Morgan. He was recognized at the Board of Education meeting last night.
Congratulations to our UMS student of the month for November, Katie Klenke. She was recognized at the Board of Education meeting last night.
Congratulations to our UMS student of the month for October, AJ Spurlock . He was recognized at the Board of Education meeting last night.
*Thanksgiving Break*
No school, Wednesday, 11/27 - Friday, 11/29
All schools are back in session on Monday, 12/2
#Uproud
There will be no tutoring next week, with it being a short week.
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FFA members got to take a trip to the farm. They participated in stick horse rodeo competition!
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Join our Running Wildcats afterschool tomorrow 11/19 for a group run. Anyone in 6th-8th grade interested in track or cross country can join the UMS Cross Country team for off-season conditioning. Run with your friends, see what cross country is all about. Bring your running clothes & shoes (dress for the weather).
What: Running Wildcats Group Run
Where: Meet @UMS track
When: 3:20-4:30
11/19 12/2 12/9 12/16
(Unless it is raining)
Pickup: parents please pickup at 4:30
Contact Coach Ayers
stacey.ayers@unionrxi.org
