District News
Unionville-Chadds Ford School District • May 2024
Celebrating a Century of Excellence in Education
We were honored to have been joined by 400+ guests at Longwood Gardens on April 13 for the Centennial Gala! This once-in-a-century event culminated our 100th anniversary and raised approximately $28K in proceeds for the UCFSD Community Scholarship and Education Foundation. Our heartfelt thanks goes to everyone from every corner of our community who made this celebration a success!
Promoting Wellness for Our Staff
UCFSD educators show that they care for each member of our school communities every day. It was our privilege to help them prioritize caring for themselves on Staff Wellness Day April 23. Special thanks to the many partners who made the day possible!
Unionville High School
Strengthening Our Safety
We extend our sincere thanks to the staff and public safety partners who participated in our Active Shooter Exercise on April 10.
Excelling at World Championships
Congratulations to the UHS Indoor Color Guard on attending Winter Guard International (WGI) World Championships, ranking 21st out of more than 100 competitors! The UHS Indoor Percussion Ensemble placed 14th in the WGI World Championships in Dayton, Ohio! Congratulations to the performers of the ensemble's piece, "Pollock"! See their award-winning performance.
Video courtesy of Winter Guard International
Charles F. Patton Middle School
Rallying Around the Hawk
CFPMS hosted a spring sports rally on May 2 in honor of their mascot throwing out the first pitch at the softball and baseball games. Students also cheered on their fellow Hawks as they took to the fields to face their competitors!
Elementary School
Contributing to Society
Hillendale Elementary School recently constructed a solar-powered pavillion. Huskies helped to create their new outdoor classroom by collecting recycled plastic bottles to be made into picnic tables. Thank you to the HES PTO, Former Hillendale Family Donor, E. Kneale Dockstader Foundation and Stroud Water Research Center for their generous contributions!
Watching in Wonder
UCFSD elementary students had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view the solar eclipse on April 8! Students were left with awe and wonder from this stellar experience.
Three Things to Know
Going Miles for Mental Health
On Sunday, May 19, help UCFSD as we make a meaningful stride during Mental Health Awareness Month! We hope you will join us for the Miles for Mental Health 5K Run/Walk beginning at 9 a.m. in the Charles F. Patton Middle School Parking Lot (760 Unionville Road Kennett Square, PA 19348).
Registration is $20 and proceeds will benefit the Family Outreach Committee of the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District (FOCUS) and its 2024-25 programming.
Questions? Contact Hall of Fame Track Coach and Patton Assistant Principal James Smith at jjsmith@ucfsd.net.
Getting Set for Standardized Tests
The window for PSSAs is still open (April 22 - May 10) and the window for Keystone Exams will be open soon (May 13 - May 24). While your child has been working diligently with their teachers, there are ways that you can help your child test their best!
On the night before
- Set an early bedtime
On the day of
- Provide nutritious breakfast
- Ensure they attend school
- Remind them to ask questions if they do not understand
- Advise them to do their personal best
Good luck to our test takers - you've got this!
Celebrating School Lunch Hero Day
Celebrate School Lunch Hero Day by sharing your feedback! Complete this survey by Friday, May 17.
Save The Date
UCFSD PSSA Testing Window (continued)
May 6 to May 10
All UCFSD Schools
UCFSD Educator Appreciation Week
May 6 to May 10
All District
UCFSD Board Budget Meeting
May 6 at 7 p.m.
UCFSD District Office
UCFSD Board Budget Meeting (As Needed)
May 7 at 7 p.m.
UCFSD District Office
CFPMS Spring Choral and Handbell Concert
May 8 at 7 p.m.
Charles F. Patton Middle School
PES Open House
May 9 at 5 p.m.
Pocopson Elementary School
PES Chorus Concert
May 9 at 6:30 p.m.
Pocopson Elementary School
CFES May Fair
May 10 at 2 p.m.
Chadds Ford Elementary School
Keystone Exam Window
May 13 to May 24
Unionville High School
UCFSD Board Curriculum and Instruction Meeting
May 13 at 4:30 p.m.
UCFSD District Office
UCFSD Board Work Session
May 13 at 7 p.m.
UCFSD District Office
CFPMS Spring Orchestra Concert
May 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Charles F. Patton Middle School
UES Open House
May 15 at 6 p.m.
Unionville Elementary School
UHS Instrumental Concert
May 15 at 7 p.m.
Unionville High School
UES K-3 Spring Concert
May 16 9:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Unionville Elementary School
CFES Open House
May 16 at 6 p.m.
Chadds Ford Elementary School
HES Open House
May 16 at 6 p.m.
Hillendale Elementary School
PES K-3 Spring Concert
May 17 at 9:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Pocopson Elementary School
UES 4/5 Spring Concert
May 17 at 1:30 p.m.
Unionville Elementary School
Unionville High School Prom
May 18
Chase Center on the Riverfront
Mental Health 5k
May 19 at 9 a.m.
Charles F. Patton Middle School
Regular Board Meeting
May 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Pocopson Elementary School
HES K-3 Spring Concert
May 21 at 1:30 p.m.
Hillendale Elementary School
PES Elementary 4/5 Concert
May 21 at 7 p.m.
Pocopson Elementary School
HES 4/5 Spring Concert
May 22 at 1:30 p.m.
Hillendale Elementary School
CFPMS Spring Band Concert
Jazz and 6 grade band
May 22 at 7:30 p.m.
Charles F. Patton Middle School
CFES 4/5 Spring Concert
May 23 at 1:45 p.m.
Chadds Ford Elementary School
UHS Senior Awards Night
May 23 at 6 p.m.
Unionville High School
CFPMS Spring Band Concert
Jazz and 7/8 grade band
May 23 at 7:30 p.m.
Charles F. Patton Middle School
UCFSD Closed for Memorial Day
May 27
All District
CFES Field Day
May 30
Chadds Ford Elementary School
UES Field Day
May 30
Unionville Elementary School
CFPMS 5th Grade Family Tours
May 30 at 4 p.m.
Charles F. Patton Middle School
HES Field Day
May 31
Hillendale Elementary School
PES Field Day
May 31
Pocopson Elementary School