Principal’s Message
Hello UMS Community!
PTSA Halloween Fun Run/Walk October 31st
The Union Middle School PTSA will hold a No-Fuss Fundraiser for a Halloween Fun Run! From Oct. 14th to Oct. 31st. The event will culminate in a fun run during the last hour of school on Halloween, Thursday, Oct. 31st in the green space outside. Everyone is encouraged to wear their Halloween outfits! Parents will volunteer to run stations and hand out treats. We’re tracking donations by team, with prizes for the most participants. Kids can have sponsors donate per lap, but participation is our main goal. Let’s come together and make a difference!
Union MS Halloween Costume Dress Code PolicyOn Thursday, Oct. 31st students may wear Halloween costumes if they choose to. When working with your student to select a costume, please remember that dress code expectations will still be in effect.
Here are some guidelines:·
- No full face paint or costume masks allowed. We need to be able to identify students even in costumes. We love to see your face!
- Costumes that are provocative, revealing, sexual in nature or employ questionable props are not permitted.
- Costumes that depict violence, alcohol, or drugs are not permitted. Fake (or real) weapons are not allowed.
- Costumes that can be offensive or perpetuate a stereotype of someone’s culture, gender, heritage or religion are not permitted.
- Costumes should not hinder the ability to participate in classes, including PE or hinder the ability to move through the hallways in a safe manner.
As always, costumes or dressing up is optional. Students wearing questionable costumes will be asked to modify their costumes to make them appropriate for school.
If you have any questions regarding the appropriateness of your costume idea, we encourage you to speak with a teacher, counselor or administrator before the 31st.
Thank you for taking the time to help your student understand Union MS expectations.
Angi Holden
This Week:
Picture Re-takes 10/22
If your student was absent for picture day or you’d like your student to get their school picture retaken, Bell photographers will be back right after fall break on 10/22. Click here to order online. The prepay code is unionmsfall24. The teacher name is not required. There are also flyers in the main office.
Digital Citizenship Week
Canyons School District recognizes the importance and wants to celebrate Digital Citizenship for students of all ages as they navigate this increasingly digital world! To highlight this essential skill set, Digital Citizenship Week will take place October 14-16, 2024. This year, students will be engaging in activities and discussions that empower students to seek balance in their technology use and be aware of their online actions. Stay tuned for some activities that students can participate in next week to earn some treats. More information to come!
Fall Clothing Drive 10/1 – 10/25
Bring in new or like/new clothing to help us support students in need. The drive will run 10/1 – 10/25. Items will be collected in the main office. See this post for details.
Thanksgiving Heroes
Thanksgiving Heroes is providing Thanksgiving meals to those who need one. You can fill out an application in the main office or contact Dinitri Jackson to fill out an application over the phone.
Ph: 801-826-7504
dinitri.jackson@canyonsdistrict.org
Message via ParentSquare
ones it will be teriyaki chicken.
Please remember:
Pumpkin Book Character Decorating Contest
Remember that the pumpkin book decorating contest is in high gear. If your pumpkin character is ready, bring it to the library so we can start displaying all the wonderful pumpkins for the school to see. All pumpkins are due by Monday, October 28 and judging will happen October 30 so we can announce our winners on October 31st.
Tutoring Schedule:
Please note that there is no tutoring on October 21st. It is a No Student Day
Ways to Get Involved:
Families:
Click the following links to sign up to volunteer:
Click here to complete the district required background check before signing up.
Helping with MLL classes (all year)
Helping at lunch time (all year)
Help with Hearing Screenings (Oct 29)
WATCH D.O.G.S. ® (Dads Of Great Students) is a family and community engagement educational initiative. There are 2 primary goals of the WATCH D.O.G.S. ® program. 1) To provide positive male role models for the students, demonstrating by their presence that education is important. 2) To provide extra sets of eyes and ears to enhance school security and reduce bullying.
Sign up here to volunteer 1 day of the school year. https://signup.com/go/dZJmYXR
For more information, email unionwatchdogs@gmail.com
Students:
After school Clubs and Activities:
Inklings (Creative writing club) | Next meeting 10/9, 3 pm – 4 pm Then every other Wednesday after that.Robotics club | First meeting TODAY, 10/7, after school
Upcoming Dates:
Oct. 17th – 21st | No School – Fall recess
Oct. 22nd | Picture re-takes
Oct. 23rd | Fall Family Engagement, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Oct. 25th | End of quarter
Oct. 31st. | PTSA Halloween Fun Run
Nov. 5 | Mobile Vision Clinic
