First marking period has come to a close, fall sports, marching band and activities have concluded their seasons or are in the mix for state titles, the leaves are changing and we are ready for it all! We hit the ground running in August and have not slowed down!

World Kindness Day is Wednesday, November 13.

Last year we shared the information below and I thought it was relevant to share again.

Have you ever been the recipient of a random act of kindness? Maybe someone in front of you in line paid for your coffee when you were having a stressful morning or someone gave you a compliment when you weren't feeling your most confident. Have you ever done a random act of kindness? Maybe you were the person to buy the coffee or highlight something amazing about another.

Being kind has the power to influence others and ourselves in more ways than one. It can bring a smile to someone's face when they are feeling down. It can help remind others that they are seen and valued. It can be the light in an otherwise gloomy day. And the best part? Kindness is free.

Spreading kindness creates a culture of safety and belonging where individuals are celebrated and accepted. Something as small as giving a compliment can create many lasting ripples within a community. What have you done to spread kindness today?

Oct 31- End of Q1

Nov 1- In-Service

Nov 5- UHS Closed

Nov 7- Freshman Seminar- English

Nov 7- NHS Induction

Nov 15- Winter Sports Start

Nov 15 &16- Fall Play

Nov 21- Freshman Seminar- Science

Nov 21-23 - LINK Trip

Nov 22 & 23- PTO Art Gala

Nov 25 & 26- UHS has a full day schedule

Nov 27- UHS has a half day schedule

Nov 28 & 29- UHS Closed- Thanksgiving Break

Marking Period 1 ends Thursday, October 31st, and report cards will be available for viewing on Powerschool on Friday, November 15th. The 2nd marking period begins Friday, November 1st. This is a time to remind our students to continue to check with staff during lunch and learn. Our teachers, school counselors, and school personnel are here to support all our students.

• Students who provided their mobile number during digital exam setup will receive a text message when their scores are available. They’ll need their phone number to securely access the app, but no password is required.
• In addition to their scores, they’ll see a sample list of growing careers in their state that connect to the math, reading, and writing skills they demonstrated on the PSAT/NMSQT or SAT.
• Students can opt in to Connections™ to hear from institutions that may be a good fit.
• Students who can’t or don’t want to use the app can still get their scores via a PDF report from their school or by logging in to their College Board account.

Each month we are required to do an emergency response drill. Last month we practiced a lockdown situation during Lunch and Learn, which allowed our students and staff to practice their responses at a time when most students are moving freely throughout the building. Our drill included observers from East Marlborough Twp PD, the PA State Police, and Chester County Emergency Services, who provided feedback and helped us to process the drill.

In an emergency, we use a Standard Response Protocol that allows us to share a clear and consistent message. This protocol is shared below.

Unionville High School will be administering the Keystone retakes in the month of December. The dates are listed below. If your student is in need of taking the Winter Keystone, you should have received an email. The exams will be administered online this year, and students should ensure they have a working Chromebook. They must use their school issued device for the state assessment.

Monday, December 9- Algebra 1

Tuesday, December 10 - Biology

Wednesday , December 11- Literature

Thursday, December 12- Make Up

Keystone Tutoring

In preparation for the upcoming exams in December, all students retaking the Keystone exam have access to a Canvas Course with review materials to help prepare for the exam. All students have been imported into the Canvas Course. We are also offering a series of review sessions for students to supplement the Canvas Course. While not mandatory, we believe students will find them helpful in preparing for the exams. Unionville High School faculty will conduct the tutoring sessions. Each session will cover a different topic and be held during lunch and learn.

Keystone Code of Conduct

Keystone Electronic Policy

FAQ for Parents-Keystone Exams

Schedule for November 25-November 27:

Monday (11/25) and Tuesday (11/26) are full instructional days for students.

Wednesday (11/27) is a ½ day.

The half-day schedule is:

Period 1- 8:00-8:28

Period 2- 8:32-8:55

Period 3- 8:59-9:22

Period 6- 9:26-9:49

Period 7- 9:53-10:16

Period 8- 10:20-10:43

Period 9- 10:47-11:10

• Periods 8 and 9 will be an opportunity for our students to attend a faculty/student volleyball game. Please see the flyer below with information from the Student Council.
• Seniors with AM Senior Privileges must be signed in at the Main Office by 8:28 am.

TCHS: Our TCHS Pennocks Bridge, Octorara Homeland Security, and TCHS Welding and families are reminded that there is no TCHS Wednesday (11/27); it is a scheduled in-service day. Our TCHS students who have alternate transportation should arrive at UHS by 9:20 to attend their period 6 class. Students who will ride their regular bus to school will be in a study hall in the library for periods 1-3.

Students who attend the Octorara Homeland Security and the TCHS Welding and Metal Fabrication programs are also off on Monday (12/2). Students who have alternate transportation should arrive at UHS by 11:15 for their 6th-period class. Students who will ride their regular bus to school will be in a study hall in the library for periods 1-3.

Cafeteria: The cafeteria will be closed for breakfast and lunch on Wednesday. Students will not be able to purchase drinks or food in the cafeteria or cyber cafe.

Attendance: If your child will have an early dismissal, all notes should be submitted by 9 AM to uhsattendance@ucfsd.net.

All 9th grade students have attended 4 sessions of the UHS freshman seminar course. This is a time for 9th grade students to meet with administration, teachers, and our behavioral health team to provide students with strategies to be a successful student. Students have completed sessions on planning and organization, study and test taking, and self advocacy and problem solving. Students have access to all resources through the Freshman Seminar Canvas Course. If you are looking for strategies to support students at home, ask them to take a look at the Canvas Course.

Please see the information below if your student is taking an AP course. All students must register for the test by November 8, 2024.

The UHS PTO meets monthly in the small library classroom at the high school. In October Mrs. Davis, College and Career Counselor, presented on the college admissions process. The PTO also approved grants for the 2024-25 school year. The PTO is a volunteer organization that support UHS in numerous ways. Please see information below on ways to get involved and volunteer.

Attendees will enjoy live music with light refreshments and have the opportunity to purchase local art. The Art Gala showcases approximately 60 local professional artists, as well as our own truly exceptional UHS student artists. This year’s featured local artist is Carol Apicella, and the 2024 senior featured student artists for this year are Piper Coon and Sree Seshachar. Honorable mention goes to Alexandra Nguyen.

Additionally, a virtual Silent Auction will take place starting at midnight on November 14, and ending on November 24, at 6 p.m. To view and bid on items offered in the Silent Auction, click here: https://www.32auctions.com/unionvilleartgala2024.

The Art Gala is one of the top fundraisers for the UHS PTO every year and helps fund a wide variety of educational enrichment projects that enhance the overall experience for our high school students. UHS PTO will benefit from 30% of all art sales and 100% of all silent auction donations and sponsorships.

For more information, please visit the Art Gala website or check out their Facebook and Instagram.