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October 9th Family Newsletter
Dear Union Mill Families,
Thanks to all the children and families who participated in National Walk and Roll to School Day today. Thank you to Michelle Orban, Jenny Murray, and Manda Tirado for their support.
As a reminder, tomorrow we have our Family Life Education Preview and Advanced Academic Services Screening Process Meeting.
Monday, October 14th is Indigenous Peoples' Day and Student Holiday. Staff will be on site at Union Mill engaging in professional learning.
Upcoming Dates
October 10th - Family Life Education Preview
-Advanced Academic Services Screening Process Meeting
Friday, October 11th - Pajama Day
Monday, October 14th - Indigenous Peoples' Day (Student Holiday)
October 28th - 3-hour Early Release (12:30pm)
October 29th - Picture Retakes
Friday, November 1st - Diwali (student and staff holiday)
Monday, November 4th - School Planning Day (student holiday)
Tuesday, November 5th - Teacher Workday (student holiday)
November 12th - Family Math & Science Night
& Veterans' Chorus Concert
October 28th 3-Hour Early Release
Earlier today we sent out a message to families regarding their current early release preference for Monday, October 28th. If you need to update your preference, please complete the form included in the letter. This will allow us to plan for staffing and student safety for our next early release.
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Indigenous Peoples’ Day
On the second Monday of October and the month of November, people all over the United States celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day and Native American Heritage Month.
Monday, October 14, is a student holiday and staff development day for Indigenous Peoples' Day.
See the complete school year calendar
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Custodian Appreciation
Last week our students and staff celebrated our amazing custodians for Custodian Appreciation Week. Our custodians do an amazing job each day to keep Union Mill safe and clean. We are grateful for all they do.
Check out some of our Union Mill Bears taking part in National Walk and Roll to School today, third grade releasing their butterflies and kids participating in our Sports and Hobby Spirit Day last week!
🌟 Spotlight on Mrs. Rucker's Class! 🌟
We are thrilled to share that students in Mrs. Rucker's class are actively showcasing their Portrait of a Graduate (POG) skills! They’ve been leading discussions on crafting powerful introductions, rehearsing their topic statements, and brainstorming ways to make their essays even more compelling. It was fantastic to witness their collaboration as they provided each other with constructive feedback. Their commitment to effective communication and collaboration truly embodies the spirit of the POG skills! Keep up the amazing work, students! 🎉✍️
Upcoming Spirit Day
Our Union Mill Bears worked hard to meet their log in and fundraising goals for our Fun Run and have earned Pajama Day on Friday, October 11th.
Advanced Academics Overview
We have an 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.
Early Release Mondays
Our next early release is Monday, October 28th at 12:30 pm.
As a reminder, 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.
- October 28
- December 9
- February 24
- March 17
- April 28
- May 19
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.
Math and Science Night
We are excited to announce our upcoming Math and Science Night at Union Mill on November 12th from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM! This event will be a fantastic opportunity for our students and their families to explore the wonders of math and science through engaging, hands-on activities.
To make this event a success, we are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help facilitate the activities. Volunteer opportunities will begin at 5:00 and end at 7:30.
The best part? No prep is required! All materials will be provided by Mathnasium of Centreville and The Children's Science Center. Your role will simply involve guiding families through the various stations and ensuring everyone has a great time.
To volunteer use this link, https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4FAFAE28A1FD0-51906240-union
Order Your Yearbook Now!
 It's time to order your 2024-2025 yearbook! Families may place orders at www.buytheyearbook.com (with school ID# 725178) or use the QR code below. Yearbooks are $15.70 each.
Don't miss your chance to order this year’s yearbook! There will not be extras available at the end of the year.
The deadline to order is April 22, 2025.
Union Mill PTA
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.
Tickets now available for Family Paint Night - October 18
Registration is now open for our next Union Mill Family Paint Night hosted by Union Mill Elementary School PTA and The Purple Hayes Gallery on Friday, October 18 in the cafeteria from 5:00-7:00 pm.
Ticket includes canvas and all art supplies needed to create a fall-themed painting, instruction from local, professional artist Rebecca Hayes (owner of The Purple Hayes Gallery), and pizza dinner.
Register: https://app.givebacks.gives/umesfamilypaintnight2024
One (1) ticket per person attending is required (to paint and eat dinner). Parents may choose to accompany their child but must purchase a ticket for themselves as well if they also plan to participate. If they just want to stay and watch that's ok! Drop-off is also an option. Open to students in grades K-6.
Hearing & Vision Screening Volunteers Needed - Friday, October 25
Our wonderful School Health Team needs adult volunteers during the day on Friday, October 25 to help with hearing and vision screening of our students. Volunteers available the entire screening time are ideal but any amount of time you can come in will help greatly! Sign up here: https://forms.gle/boQbcvHYwnA3TjsG7
Office Hours
Monday - Friday - 8:00 am - 4:15 pm
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