University School Weekly Update

We think our teachers make the whole school shimmer, and we can't wait to show them how much we appreciate all that they do for our children during Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week (Taylor's Version). As in past years, the Foundation Hospitality Committee has planned a special treat for every day of the week May 6 - 10. In order to make it truly special we are asking for your help! Here is a link to a thank you letter that your child can fill out (or have them write one of their own). We are also looking for some candy donations for our Tay's Treats Candy Buffet - here's the sign-up. We hope you'll join us in our teacher appreciation era as we celebrate all of the great work that our teachers and staff have done all year! If you would like to volunteer to join our committee for the week, please reach out to Christine at hutchinson.christine@gmail.com.

Here are the links in case they don't copy over:

Sign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B44AEA92CAAFF2-49372324-tays

Thank You: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1opE7Yk83FcYUDBHWAtt5xhYknd3Fd6ld/view?usp=sharing

The University School Foundation is open to all parents interested in attending. The meeting dates are listed below and are scheduled to begin at 3:30 PM in the school library on each of the designated days. Immediately following the meeting, all executive officers will remain to vote on pending requests.

May 6th

June 3rd (tentative time. The last meeting of the year is typically used for voting members to vote on any requests needed for the summer, as well as to vote on the 24-25 board and budget).

University School T-shirts and Window Clings available for purchase in the office

The Foundation has U School T-Shirts and window clings available for purchase in the front office. Quantities and sizes for the shirts are limited, so visit the office now and grab your shirt to show your U School pride! T-shirts are $20 and window clings are $5

If you are looking for a place to volunteer, the University School Foundation would love to have you join the team. Opportunities to serve along with additional information can be found below:

Congratulations to the University School Boys' and Girls' Tennis Teams on winning the District Title and Individual and Doubles Championship on Friday, May 3rd. Good luck to all the individuals, doubles and team competitors as the prepare to advance on to the sectionals match this week!

Boys Team

• District Champions

• Brady Weems Individual District Boys Champion

• Gavin Olsen Individual District Boys Runner Up
• Kyryl Hnatusko and Graham Mefford Individuals Doubles Winner

Girls Team

• District Champions

• Jordan Havert Individual District Girls Champion

• Lily Mefford Individual District Girls Runner Up

The University School Track Team on an outstanding weekend on the track and field during the DC/TC Relays in Kingsport. During the meet, we saw outstanding top-three school record (*) breaking performances clocked by Harry Harker and Dalencia Kittrell.

Alex Boynewicz has been named to the All-Tournament and All-Conference teams for the 2024 middle school softball season. Alex has continued to impress with her dedication, motivation and leadership as a pitcher, third baseman and occasionally second baseman for the Lady Bucs. Her sportsmanship and drive to be better has lead the Lady Bucs to continue to grow as a team.

Way to go, Alex!

Registration for Washington County’s K-8 Summer Academy is now taking place. Space is limited, so please register now if you want to reserve a spot for your child(ren). Although not stated on the main page, University School students may register for either location.

Jr. Blazers location – Gray Elementary

Jr. Pioneers location – Jonesborough Elementary

Dates: June 3-28

Time: 9:00-3:00 Monday – Thursday (extended day childcare options available for a fee)

Transportation: Parents must provide transportation to/from location – US kids are not eligible for bus transportation.

MEDICATION PICK-UP: All medications in the Nurse Clinic need to be picked up prior to or on the last day of school, May 31, 2024, by a parent/guardian. The medications must be disposed of after this date. Parents may stop by anytime during the school day to collect any medications or supplies for their child.

The Tennessee Department of Health requires all students starting Kindergarten, all upcoming 7th Graders, and new enrollees to submit mandatory immunizations before the first day of school. A physical health examination is required before entering a Tennessee school.

Kindergarteners & New Enrollees must be up to date on all the mandatory vaccines including 2 doses MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), 2 doses Varicella, Hepatitis B series (3-4 doses), 2 doses Hepatitis A, DTaP series (4-5 doses) and Polio series (3-4 doses) with last dose after 4th birthday.

7th Graders must have a single dose of Tdap before entry in the new school year. This requirement is met if Tdap is given any time after the 7th birthday.

Those without up-to-date immunizations will be excluded from school until submission of: 1) The official Tennessee Immunization Certificate with completed vaccinations, or
2) A scheduled vaccination appointment document, or
3) A valid temporary immunization certificate, or
4) A valid exemption documented on the Tennessee Immunization Certificate.

Tennessee Department of Health Immunization Requirements
https://www.tn.gov/content/tn/health/cedep/immunization-program/ip/immunization- requirements/childcare-12th-grade-immunization-requirements.html

TN Immunization Requirements Summary Table
https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/health/documents/immunizationrequirements/tenniis/TN_Immuniza tion_Summary_Table.pdf

TN Immunization Certificate Sample
https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/health/documents/immunizationrequirements/tenniis/TN_Immunization_Certificate_Sample.pdf

University High School girls basketball will be having open gyms on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Lower Brooks from 3:30-5:00pm throughout the month of April. Current students in grades 8-11 that are interested in playing high school basketball next season are encouraged to attend. Please contact Coach Hazelwood at hazelwoodbud@gmail.com with any questions.

The University High boys basketball team will be having off season workouts every Wednesday & Friday 3:30pm-5:00pm for the months of April & May. This is open to any high school or 8th student interested in tryouts out for the high school team. If interested, please report to the boys locker room in brooks gym after school. If you have any further questions, please email me at bucscoach55@gmail.com

Hi Senior Class Parents,

The week of Graduation is known as "Senior Week" at UH. This year it will be Monday, May 20th - Friday, May 24th. Graduation will be Friday, May 24, 2024. During this week there are several special events scheduled for all Seniors. We will be sending out a formal schedule of events next week.

In the meantime, we need help with planning, decorations, set-up and tear-down, food, activities, door prizes, etc. for all of these events. Please reach out to the following people if you are willing and able to help with anything regarding these events.

Senior Class Trips and Luncheon after Graduation Rehearsal are being coordinated by Bridgette Ward, please let her know at bridgetteward1@gmail.com or 423-440-5885 if you would like to help with these activities.

The Baccalaureate Ceremony is being coordinated by Laura Willard. If you would like to help with this event, please let Laura know at uhclass2021@gmail.com or by phone at 423-483-2414.

• An honored tradition at UH is the Baccalaureate Ceremony. This is a formal ceremony held one evening during Senior Week. Historically, this ceremony has been held at a local church; it is a non-denominational, secular service. This ceremony is a time where you and your family gather to pause, reflect on this rite of passage, and celebrate your achievements and perseverance.

Project Graduation is being coordinated by a group, Jessica Rogers, Bridgette Ward, Mysty Underwood. Please reach out Bridgette Ward at bridgetteward1@gmail.com or 423-440-5885 if you would like to help with Project Graduation.

• Project Graduation, an all-night event for graduates, begins the evening of graduation and concludes the next morning. This event is held in the CPA on ETSU's campus. Food, door prizes and activities are planned for the entire evening/morning.

Please see the attached pdf showing the extents of the city's road construction along University Parkway this summer. It is also our understanding that the entrance to Stout Drive may be blocked from University Parkway to help deter detours through our campus.

Applied STEM foundation is a 3-week experiential program that covers, computing, digital media, engineering, and other STEM concepts. The program is for high school students interested in a STEM major. Each week students will be given the opportunity to explore areas and careers in STEM through the use of classroom lectures, hands-on experiences various, field trips, and speaker presentations.

(3 -weeks, from 9 – 3pm, Cost - $25, lunch included)
June 3 - 21, 2024, enroll by May 15th to secure your spot

Structured intense program that allows students to sample college curriculum to find their passion

Students will work with two of the department's outstanding faculty to explore concepts in environmental and occupational health and safety science.

• Well water simulation and stream water sampling and characterization
• Measurement of indoor air quality
• Other hands-on activity in the lab
• Learn how environmental health impacts what we eat and drink

(1 Week, 9 am to 3 pm, Cost - $25, lunch included)

June 3 – 7, 2024

3D Youth Leadership introduces rising juniors and seniors to leadership development exercises, communication skills, and teaches them how to develop and recognize their strengths and weaknesses. Youth Leadership gives students an opportunity to participate in an empowering and productive experience that concentrates on developing strong leadership skills and promotes community involvement.

The mission of 3D Youth Leadership is to equip, empower, and inspire selected high school juniors to become more engaged and impactful leaders in their school and community.

Since 1998 , the program has developed young leaders and exposed them to the various elements that form a strong, dynamic community. The program covers a variety of topics designed to ensure students have fun while learning skills that will serve them well for a lifetime. Some of these include Team Building; Communications; Community Service; Leadership Skills, etc. Sessions are held one Saturday a month, August through April.

Rising juniors and seniors from Science Hill, Daniel Boone, David Crockett, University School, and Providence Academy, you will meet numerous business and community leaders. These are valuable relationships that could assist you in the future.

You are required to attend and participate in all sessions of the program.

You will be required to complete a volunteer group project at a non-profit organization as part of the 3D Youth Leadership program in March.

You must maintain a minimum of a “C” average in all classes to continue your participation in the program.

You and your family are responsible for transportation to and from 3D Youth Leadership activities.

You are responsible for appropriate demeanor during 3D Youth Leadership activities. Inappropriate demeanor will result in your dismissal from the program.

Tuition is $100.00.

The Chamber of Commerce
Attn: Elisa Britt
602 Sevier Street, Unit 101
Johnson City, TN 37604

Phone: 423-461-8000

britt@johnsoncitytnchamber.com

Discover the exciting world of STEM learning this summer by joining our STEM summer camps! We have designed several new camps this year that are aimed at providing a fun and engaging experience for students interested in science, technology, engineering, and math. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, we've got something for everyone. So don't miss out on this opportunity to explore and learn about the fascinating world of STEM!

Where: ETSU Valleybrook Campus

122 Pickens Road

Kingsport TN 37663

Cost: $150.00 per week

Are you ready for the ultimate STEM adventure this summer? Look no further than our immersive and exciting STEM camp! With an array of topics, including robotics, underwater robotics, coding, and much more, you'll be sure to expand your knowledge and skills in STEM. Our hands-on projects will challenge and inspire you, allowing you to learn about the latest technologies in the field. Whether a beginner or an experienced coder, this camp perfectly fits you. Plus, you'll have the chance to explore and learn about other summer camps that complement this program. This enriching and fun-filled experience is one to take advantage of! Join us for an unforgettable summer of learning and growth.

At the forensics camp, we get to learn cool stuff about solving crimes using science! We learn how to analyze fingerprints and other types of evidence to figure out who the bad guys might be. We also use fun techniques like DNA analysis, ballistics, and forensic photography to help us solve cases. By doing hands-on activities and simulations, we become super-sleuths and learn to combine all the clues to solve tough mysteries. It's like being a real-life detective!

6: HS Baseball District Championship Game (5:00 PM @ Sullivan East HS)

6: HS Softball District Tournament vs North Green HS (5:00 PM @ Unaka HS)

6: HS Boys Soccer vs. Cumberland Gap HS (6:30 PM @ ETSU - Summers-Taylor Field)

7: HS Softball - District Tournament vs TBD (8:00 PM @ Unaka HS)

8: HS Boys Soccer (If win on Monday) vs Gattlinburg-Pittman HS (6:00 PM @ Gattlinburg-Pittman)

8: HS Track - TSSAA A East Sectional (9:00 AM @ Eagleton College & Career Academy

9 - 11: HS Baseball - Regional Tournament vs TBD @ Washburn HS

9 - College Signing for Chloe Ganger (ETSU Cheer)

9 - Spring Choral Concert (6:00 PM @ Bud Frank Theater)

10 - Girls On the Run 5K (6:00 PM @ New Jonesborough Elementary)

10: HS Tennis Regional Team Tournament (3:00 PM @ TBD)

13 - HS Tennis Regional Individual and Doubles Tournament (Time and Location TBD)