September 18 Family Newsletter
Dear Union Mill Families,
We are super excited to kick off UMES PTA Boosterthon and can’t wait for all the fun it will bring to our school! There are so many exciting things happening around Union Mill, and this event is just the start. Stay tuned for more updates and join us in the fun
As we approach our first 3-hour early release on Monday, September 23rd, we kindly ask that all students follow their regular routes home. To ensure student safety and smooth dismissal, please complete this form to confirm your plans for each student if you have not already done so.
Thank you for your attention to this matter!
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday, September 18th - AAP Continuum of Services Information Night
- PTA Meeting
Monday, September 23rd - 3-hour Early Release -12:30pm dismissal
Thursday, September 26th - Union Mill Boosterthon Fun Run
Friday, September 27th - Centreville HS Homecoming Parade
September 27th - SCA Spirit Day – Wear UMES spirit wear or red and black
Monday, September 30th - Picture Day (rescheduled)
October 3rd - Rosh Hashanah (student holiday)
October 4th - Teacher Workday (student holiday)
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October 9th - Principal's Coffee
October 10th - Full-time Services Screening
Process Meeting
October 28th - 3-hour Early Release (12:30pm)
October 29th - Picture Retakes
November 12th - Family Math & Science Night
& Veterans' Chorus Concert
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Communication and Collaboration at Work
This week students in Mrs. Lins' class continued fostering a strong sense of community and building meaningful relationships as they engage in their language arts work stations. They continue to develop their Portrait of a Graduate skills, collaborating and communicating effectively to solve tasks together while supporting one another’s growth!
CPR in PE
PE is excited to have 4th-6th grade students learning about and practicing the life-saving act of hands-on CPR. Last week students learned about the circulatory system and the differences between a heart attack and cardiac arrest. This week students will be learning how to check the scene and perform RAB-C: Check for Responsiveness, Activate EMT (911) and AED, Check for Breathing, and Compressions). Thank you for Centreville High School and the Health and PE office for letting us use your mannequins.
SCA Spirit Day
September 27th - SCA Spirit Day – Wear UMES spirit wear or red and black
Advanced Academics Overview
We have two upcoming parent information sessions regarding Advanced Academics. In addition, click here to checkout the Fall Newsletter.
Full Time Services Screening Process
Join Mrs. Paris-Hutchens our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher on Thursday, October 10th at 5:45 pm for a presentation of information on the FCPS Full Time Screening process for referrals due December 15th. This session will include information on the school’s role in Full Time Screening, optional parent contributions to the screening portfolio, and the holistic screening process itself.
FLE Parent Preview
You are invited to attend an evening session to preview the Family Life Education (FLE) media and lessons, and to engage in conversation with school staff about the program. The meeting will take place on Thursday, October 10 at 5:15 pm in Room 108. During this time, all program materials and media for every grade level will be available for your review.
Parents/guardians who do not wish for their child to participate in FLE instruction can opt them out of any or all lessons. For students in general education classes, opt-out forms are available through the Parent Digital Consent (PDC). For students in special education or those using the modified FLE lessons for the 2024-2025 school year, a paper opt-out form is required. These forms can be accessed at: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/curriculum/subject-area/family-life-education-fle/fle-opt-out-request-forms.
If you decide to opt your child out but later wish for them to participate, please notify the school principal or assistant principal in writing before instruction begins in December.
Centreville High School Homecoming Parade
Centreville High School will be hosting its annual Homecoming Parade through the Little Rocky Run neighborhood on Friday, September 27th. The parade runs from 5:00 - 5:30 pm along the following route. Please note: the parade route is significantly different than prior years' routes.
Early Release Mondays
The Centreville Pyramid, which includes Union Mill Elementary, will have the following three-hour early release days. On these days, students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.
- September 23
- October 28
- December 9
- February 24
- March 17
- April 28
- May 19
To help us plan for childcare needs during our early release Mondays, please fill out this form for each of your children enrolled at Union Mill Elementary. This form will cover the first two early release Mondays, scheduled for September 23, 2024, and October 28, 2024. If you have multiple children, please submit a separate form for each one. We’ll follow up with you to confirm the after-school supervision plan for your child. Thank you for your help in making these days smooth and enjoyable for everyone!
Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email ESPlanning@fcps.edu.
*Students requiring adult supervision due to hardship will be overseen by instructional assistants, school monitors, school staff, central office personnel, and/or volunteers. Your child will not be with their teacher due to required professional development. Time will be allocated for students to complete STMath, Lexia, MyOn, independent reading, and other similar supervised tasks.
Union Mill PTA
Union Mill Fun Run Fundraiser is Here!
Union Mill Families,
We are excited to announce the kickoff of our Union Mill Fun Run fundraiser! Our goal is to raise $50,000 to enhance our school’s resources and provide our students with the best possible educational experience.
This year we are raising funds for classroom technology needs, Math & Science Night, seating and carpet replacement. Additionally, if we hit our $50,000 goal, we will have a school-wide PJ Day!
We encourage all families to…
- Sign up TODAY at MyBooster.com.
- Share about our fundraiser with friends and family.
- Donate if you are able.
Thank you in advance for your generosity!
Questions? Email Juliet Prillaman at waysandmeans@unionmillpta.org.
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Fun Run Volunteers
If you are interested in volunteering at the Fun Run on September 26th, click here!
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Membership
PTA Memberships are only good for one year. Members get PTA information first, discounts and benefits at PTA-sponsored events, and are the first to know about volunteer opportunities at the school!
Why Join?
Membership is only $15/year for a family and $7.50/year for an individual or staff member and shows you value our school community - students, staff and your fellow parents and caregivers. It’s a small investment - you spend more than that on Starbucks or gas every week! Show your love and support of Union Mill and click here to join today.
Office Hours
Monday - Friday - 8:00 am - 4:15 pm
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