❌Multiplication Fact Practice at Home – A MUST!❌

It is ESSENTIAL that third and fourth graders practice their multiplication facts at home to build fluency and confidence in math. Students should be able to say the answer to a multiplication fact in three seconds or less. Knowing these facts automatically is a critical skill that allows them to solve more complex math problems efficiently. Regular practice at home is NECESSARY to reinforce what we are learning in class.

Here are some great ways to practice:
🔢 Use the Math Facts app for quick and engaging practice! Download it here
🎲 Play multiplication games with flashcards or dice. Here are some ideas
📝 Print and use flashcards at home.
🎤 Challenge your child to a multiplication fact race against you or a sibling
🎶 Watch or sing along to multiplication fact songs

A few minutes of practice each day makes a huge difference! Thank you for your support in helping your child strengthen this essential math skill! 🎉

Nurse Tara has been coming to classrooms to teach various health topics.  Here are some things she has been teaching: 

Germs

The students learned about different types of germs.  The students also learned how germs are spread and how to prevent the spread of germs.  We spoke about the importance of not touching other people's blood. Please see this handout for additional information. What Are Germs_ (for Kids) — Print Version - Nemours KidsHealth.pdf

Sun Safety

The students learned about the importance of protecting their skin while outside in order to prevent skin cancer. Please see this handout for additional information.  How to Be Safe When You're in the Sun (for Kids) — Print Version - Nemours KidsHealth.pdf

Tick Safety

The students learned about the importance of tick bite prevention. 

The best way to prevent tick bite illnesses is to prevent tick bites. 

Before heading outdoors, protect yourself from tick bites:

• Avoid areas where ticks live.

• Wear protective clothing and gear

• Use insect repellent

• Protect and check your pets.

Please use the following link from the Vermont Department of Health to learn more: Prevent Tick Bites & Tick Bite Illnesses

Hello All - 

It's hard to believe, but UCS will soon be starting the process for class placement for the 2025-2026 school year! This is pertaining to any child entering grades 1-4 for next SY. The goal of the placement process is to honor your child's unique strengths and needs as a learner, and to create balanced classrooms in which all students can be successful and learn from one another as dynamic individuals. Your participation in this survey gives us important, key information for determining placement. We thank you in advance for your thoughtful participation.

• Family Letter

• My Child as a Learner form (for students entering grades 1-4)

We appreciate your trust in our educators to provide a supportive and enriching experience for all students. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out! Have a great weekend!

The Vermont Comprehensive Assessment (VTCAP) is happening again this spring. This is the third year of the statewide VTCAP assessment, and will be conducted similarly as last  year. VTCAP is required by the State of Vermont Agency of Education (VT AOE). UCS Students in grades 3 & 4 will be taking the assessment during the week of April 7th; and will be assessed in both English Language Arts & Mathematics. A parent/caregiver letter was sent home in your child's folder earlier this week. An electronic version of the letter can also be found HERE.

Kids on Bikes

When: Tuesdays after school from 2:25pm to 4:00pm on May 6th, May 13th, May 20th and May 27th (rain date June 3rd)

Where: Underhill Central School

Cost: $20 (T-shirts and one snack per day included)

Sign Up by April 1: HERE

We Need Volunteers! This program is solely run on volunteer effort. If you can help out (any skill set welcome!), please indicate on the sign-up form

Contact: Email Nick Tanner at KidsOnBikesVT@gmail.com with any questions

Calling all 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade UCS students who want to ride their bikes and explore Underhill! Our goal is to expose 2nd-4th graders to mountain biking to develop safety and technical skills, build confidence, have fun, and gain an appreciation for the great outdoor resources right here at UCS. 

Each participant is required to have a bike in working order, a helmet and water bottle. If your child would like to participate and any of these are a barrier, please contact Nick Tanner at KidsOnBikesVT@gmail.com – the goal is to get every kid on a bike who wants to ride.

 IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

• March 31st ~ NO SCHOOL 

• April 1st - April 4th ~ UCS Spring Book Fair 

• April 7th - April 10th ~ VTCAP Testing at UCS

• April 11th ~ PTO Donuts at Drop-Off

• April 21 - April 25 ~ Spring Vacation