UMMS News & Updates
Middle School SUMMER Office Hours: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM (the office is closed on Fridays)
June 24, 2024
Important Dates:
June 18-July 18: Summer Arts Camp
- Performances: July 16 (Ensembles) & July 17 (Theater)
June 24: Summer Office Hours Begin (Monday thru Thursday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM)
July 4: District Closed (Independence Day)
August 29: 6th Grade & New Student Orientation @ 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (Save The Date - More Information to Come!)
Wishing all students and families a happy, healthy and safe summer!
8th-grade Promotion: June 7, 2024
Congratulations to our 8th-grade students! The 8th-grade Promotion was recorded and is available for viewing and download on the District website.
Summer Reading & Math
Summer Reading
Upper Moreland Middle School's theme for summer reading is “Books as Windows, Mirrors and Sliding Glass Doors." Students are encouraged to choose books with this “windows, mirrors, and doors” theme that are of interest to them. When students are engaged in reading books they choose, reading becomes an empowering part of their lives.
Summer Math (NOT Mandatory)
Summer math practice is available to all students. It is not mandatory but can help to maintain skills!
6th-grade Orientation
Save the Date: Thursday, August 29 @ 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
6th-grade students and their families are invited to Upper Moreland Middle School for a welcome orientation.
During this session, students will:
- receive a copy of their 6th grade course schedule
- complete a scavenger hunt of the building
- walk through their 6th grade course schedule
- learn from UMMS students about what to expect during grade 6
- meet the UMMS administrative team
During this session, parents/guardians/caregivers will:
- learn about the middle school experience
- participate in a break-out for parents/guardians/caregivers session
- meet the UMMS administrative team
As students and their families prepare for the transition to grade 6, the administrative team is gathering a list of follow up questions from the 5th-grade visit which was held on May 28, 2024.
Students are encouraged to submit questions about Upper Moreland Middle School here. Responses will be provided in the July 15th newsletter. Thank you!
Looking for Summer Fun?
Then come on over to the Upper Moreland Swim Club! We have three pools, swim lessons, the Gator Grille, weekly activities, outdoor games, and so much more! It’s fun for the whole family!
2024 Memberships Available:
Aldersgate Summer Programs
Counseling and Social Services for Children, Teens, Adults, and Families.
Virtual Summer Series for Grandparents
- Social Media Savvy
- Is That Your Grandchild?!
- Don’t Say That!
- Mental Health 101
- Drug & Alcohol Awareness
- Suicide: From Fear to Prevention
Tuesdays in June & July : 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM. See website for full information and to register.
Sessions are $50 each OR $240 for all six sessions ($40 each).
Early Bird Special: $200 for all six sessions if purchased by May 15, 2024. Purchase includes recording of each session. Receive the information even if you cannot make the live session.
Summer Programs for 'Tweens & Teens
- Is Your Child Starting Middle School in the Fall?
- Two 90-minute sessions will get them ready!
- Choice of in-person or virtual
- $50 for two-session program
- Handle Big Emotions through Theater Exercises!
- 90-minute session with a theater pro!
- In-person only
- Separate sessions for ages 8-12 & 13-16
- $30
FREE Virtual Support Group for Parents
- Has your child or teen been struggling with mental health concerns?
- FREE, VIRTUAL Support Group Sessions
- Thursday evenings beginning June 20, 2024 7:00 - 8:30 pm
- Use QR Code for Zoom Link
Vaccination Requirements
ATTN Current 6th-grade Families:
- All students entering 6th-grade must have a physical examination, submitted by May 15, 2024.
- All students entering 7th-grade must have a MCV & Tdap, submitted by September 3, 2024.
- All students entering 6th-grade must have a dental exam.
UMMS Support
UMMS Bears, Empathy, Achieve, Resiliency
Scan QR codes on the Conference Resource below to assist and support our students and families.
Nurse Dismissals
Students should not be calling or texting parents/guardians to pick them up when not feeling well during the school day. All students are required to see our school nurse, Ms. Nally who will determine if there is a need to send the student home. Then the nurse will contact parents/guardians to pick up the student.
Student ID Cards
Students are expected to have their ID cards out and ready to scan at the cashier for breakfast, lunch and snack purchases. If students are in need of a replacement student ID card they can get a new one by stopping by to see tech aides in room CAO3. New cards cost $5.00 and can be paid through the obligations online portal.
Food Services
- BREAKFAST and LUNCH MENUS
- Breakfast is FREE for ALL Students during the 2023-2024 school year.
- Lunches are at cost. Visit our website for meals and snacks price list.
- Free / Reduced Meals information and application is available on our website.
Summer Meals Program (2024)
Join us this summer for free breakfast & lunch for all children 18 years and younger! No registration necessary.
Upper Moreland High School
3000 Terwood Road
Willow Grove, PA 19090
July 8, 2024 - August 8, 2024
Monday through Thursdays (Closed on Fridays)
Breakfast: 8:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Lunch: 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Questions? Contact UMTSD Food Service at 215-830-1519
¡Únase a nosotros este verano para recibir desayuno y almuerzo gratis para todos los niños menores de 18 años! No es necesario registrarse.
Upper Moreland High School
3000 Terwood Road
Willow Grove, PA 19090
8 de julio de 2024 - 8 de agosto de 2024
Lunes a jueves (Cerrado los viernes)
Desayuno: 8:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Almuerzo: 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
¿Preguntas? Comuníquese con el Servicio de Alimentos de UMTSD al 215-830-1519
Middle School Reminders
- Attendance: Please email MSattendance@umtsd.org for student absences, late arrival, or if you need to sign your student out early for the day.
- School Nurse: Visit our website to learn about health and dental requirements & to access the medication permission form.