Bobcat Newsletter

UMS Updates 

UMS TEACHER/TEAM Appreciation Week

At Union Middle School, we are proud to celebrate an extraordinary team of educators who show up each day with dedication, care, and an unwavering commitment to our students. During Teacher Appreciation Week, we recognize the impact our UMS staff makes in every classroom, every hallway, and every interaction. Their work goes far beyond instruction—they build relationships, create a sense of belonging, and ensure each student has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. We are grateful for the passion, professionalism, and heart they bring to our school community.

As we continue to focus on a strong learning environment, we want to remind families and students of our Personal Electronic Device Policy. To support engagement and minimize distractions, personal technology devices—including cell phones, smart watches, earbuds, tablets, and gaming devices—should not be used during the school day. The school day runs from 7:50 AM to 2:50 PM (Monday–Thursday) and 7:50 AM to 1:10 PM (Friday). During this time, all devices must be turned off and stored in backpacks, lockers, or kept at home. This includes lunch, passing time, and all school-sponsored activities.If you need to communicate with your student during the school day, please contact our front office at 801-826-7500 or connect through ParentSquare with the attendance office, teachers, or administrators.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting a focused, respectful, and engaging learning environment for all students—and for helping us celebrate the incredible educators who make Union Middle School such a special place.

UMS Administration Team
Angi Holden, Principal
Roger Moody, Assistant Principal
Karlie Aardema, Assistant Principal

Battle of the Bobcats

Battle of the Bobcats Champions – 8th Grade!

We are excited to celebrate our 8th grade students as the winners of this year’s Battle of the Bobcats! Through outstanding school spirit, strong participation in assemblies, and consistently demonstrating respect, our 8th graders have earned this well-deserved recognition.

To celebrate, 8th grade students will enjoy a field trip to Top Golf on Monday, May 18th!

8th grade students and families—please watch for more information and a permission slip coming tomorrow.

We’re Hiring

Our cafeteria is in need of a cashier. If you’re interested, please apply online: canyonsdistrict.org.

Important Message from our Library – Please Read

All library books are due back by May 15. Keep an eye on your inbox this coming week; we’ll be sending out a list of any books your child currently has checked out. We’ll be running two separate inventories in the library—one before and one after the deadline—just to make sure every return is accounted for. While we don’t charge late fees, any books not returned by the last day of school will incur a $10 replacement fee. Thank you for helping us get these books back so next year’s students can enjoy them!

Our Chromebook and charger return day is scheduled for Thursday, May 21—just three short weeks away! Please help your child keep their device safe during this final stretch to avoid any last-minute fees for cracked screens or missing keys. Along with the laptop, please ensure your child has their original charger with the barcode still attached. Just a reminder: we cannot accept replacement chargers for any that have been lost.

8th Grade Lagoon Day Information 

ADMISSION:

Students will purchase their tickets online, in person at Lagoon, or bring a season pass. No money will be accepted at the school. 

• Online Student Tickets: We are waiting for more information about ticket purchasing and will send it out when we know. The total cost will be $55 including tax with the promo code they give us.
• The tickets purchased for the School Day discount will ONLY be valid for May 26th. 
• If students have purchased their tickets online in advance, they can go directly to the Entrance Gates with their digital tickets.
• Tickets can be purchased at the gate for $55. The lines are long, so we highly suggest purchasing online before May 26th.
• If you feel that your student needs financial assistance with their ticket, please reach out to Karlie Aardema. You can email me or send a parent square message. karlie.aardema@canyonsdistrict.org

TRANSPORTATION:

• At approximately 8:45 a.m., buses will load at the north end of the school.
•  At approximately 9:00 a.m., buses will leave for Lagoon. The park opens at 10:00 a.m.
• There is no cost to ride the school bus.
• Busses will be chosen by the teacher this year and each student will receive a colored wrist band to match the color bus they will ride.
• 5:00 p.m. buses will load for the return trip to Union Middle. Lagoon closes for students at 5:00 p.m. on this day.
• 5:15 p.m. buses will leave Lagoon. If your student is not on the bus by this time, it is the guardian’s responsibility to get them home.
• 6:15 p.m. approximate arrival at school time depending on traffic. For students who cannot walk home, please arrange transportation from Union Middle for your student.

DRESS

• Student dress must follow the school dress code.
• Students in violation of the Canyons District dress code will not be allowed to board the bus to Lagoon.

Food

• Lunch may be carried in by the student or purchased at the park.
• Please mark below if you would like a school lunch or if you will be providing your own.
• Lagoon does have lockers, students may rent for a small fee.

PLEASE COMPLETE LAGOON PERMISSION SLIP ASAP! This was sent out through Parent Square.