Falcon Feature

12/9/24

Connect with Dr. Hartloff

Hello Falcon Families!

Parent communication and connection between home and school is one of our top priorities here at UMS. This newsletter is your one-stop-shop for all things UMS. We recommend you take a few moments each Monday as a family to review the contents for upcoming activities and information to help you navigate each week.

Take care,

Dr. Hartloff, Principal

#UMSConnects

UMS Snowball Dance 12/18

Help make the UMS Snow Ball Dance an unforgettable evening for our students! We are seeking donations from the community for refreshments. Every contribution, big or small, will bring extra sparkle to this cherished event. Donations can be dropped off at the front office to be delivered to Room D-12. Thank you for your support!

To make a donation click this LINK

8th Grade Class Picture

We will take our annual 8th grade class picture on January 8 during the school day. Please encourage your 8th grader to wear UMS spirit wear or UMS colors on that day.

If you have any questions, please visit the Sumner Photography website, email, or call them directly. Their contact information can be found on their Website (www.sumnerphotography.net).

Rotary Club Event

The Rotary Club of Tustin Santa Ana is a long-time community partner, supporting our teachers, students and programs through their Educator Good Idea Grants, Students of the Quarter recognitions, Arbor Day presentations for our third graders and annual participation in Read Across America events on our campuses.

To support their Educator Good Idea Grants, the Rotary Club of Tustin Santa Ana is hosting their First Annual Recognition Ceremony on January 11 at the Santa Ana Elks Club. In addition to honoring Rotarians Carl Greenwood and David Smith, the event includes a concert by Brian O’Neal and the BusBoys. Enjoy their music from the movies 48 HRS and Ghostbusters.

Proceeds from the event will support Educator Good Idea Grants, providing grants for the development of innovative educational programs in our classrooms and schools. Good Idea Grants fund both new concepts and enhancements to existing programs.

Tickets are available for sale here. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.

And, the Rotary Club is offering TUSD employees $10 off each ticket with code TUSDROTARY10.

For more information, and to purchase tickets, visit https://www.tickettailor.com/events/tsarotary/1417421.

UMS School Tours

We will host in-person school tours at UMS on Thursday, January 16 for incoming and interested families. Call the office to schedule your appointment today! We have two time slots available: 9 AM and 11 AM. Tell your friends!

TPSF Pickleball Tournament

“Get ready for some fun on the court! 🏓 Join the Tustin Public Schools Foundation for their Inaugural Pickleball Tournament on February 1, 2025. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner, this event has something for everyone! Proceeds support programs benefiting Tustin students. Visit https://tustinpsf.schoolauction.net/pickleball/homepages/show to learn more and register. Let’s rally for a great cause! Registration opens Sunday, December 8th at 8AM!”

Thank you for helping us promote this exciting event. Together, we can make it a huge success for our schools and community. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like additional information at pickleball@tpsf.net.

International Baccalaureate Program at Foothill High School

The International Baccalaureate program is a rigorous college preparatory program known worldwide for cultivating the skills students will need to be successful in university study. Foothill High School is the only school in Tustin Unified with the IB program.

If you are interested in learning more about the IB program, please join us at our information night on Monday, January 13th at 6pm in the Little Theater at Foothill HS. You can also visit our website, Foothill International Baccalaureate Program.