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August 2026
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2026-2027 Inspiring for Excellence
2026-2027 Inspiring for Excellence
Welcome Back, Bobcats!
Welcome Back, Bobcats!
Hello UCS Families,
Welcome back! I hope your summer was filled with laughter, adventure, and plenty of time to recharge. Our team has been hard at work preparing the school for another incredible year, and our halls are ready to buzz with energy once again.
As I begin another year as principal here at UCS, I am deeply grateful for this community's continued warmth and support. Last year, we built strong connections, celebrated countless successes, and fostered a culture where students feel seen, valued, and excited to learn. This year, we will keep that momentum going together!
The first day of school is always special, full of fresh starts and new possibilities. This year, you can look forward to:
Social-Emotional Support: A continued focus on strong relationships, ensuring every student feels safe, connected, and supported.
Engaging Academics: Hands-on learning experiences designed to spark curiosity and creativity.
Open Partnership: Active, ongoing communication between home and school so every child can thrive.
I can’t wait to see all the smiles, hear your stories, and watch the children grow this year. Enjoy the rest of your summer, and I look forward to seeing everyone on the 26th!
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
August 24th: Kindergarten Family Welcome Event (8:00-8:45a)
August 26th: First Student Day of School
September 2nd: PTO Welcome Back Picnic (More info to come later this month)
September 4th: NO SCHOOL
September 7th: NO SCHOOL -> Labor Day
September 9th: Student Early Release Day (2 hours earlier)
September 21st: NO SCHOOL -> Yom Kippur
September 24th: Student Picture Day
UCS INFO SURVEY
It's important that we gather information prior to the school year starting about your child's after school plans and media release information. HERE is a short form that we ask you to complete before August 21st.
UCS DAILY INFO
ARRIVAL
We will welcome students into the building beginning at 7:30 a.m. Our school day begins at 7:50 a.m. It's important that your child arrives on time so they do not miss any learning opportunities.
Arrival - Bus Drop Off
Staff will greet students arriving off the bus. Students will enter the building using the library entrance and head directly to their classrooms.
Arrival - Parent Drop Off
Vehicles will stop at the sidewalk in front of the main office entrance. Students will enter the building using the main office entrance and head directly to their classrooms.
DISMISSAL
Dismissal - Parent Pick Up (2:20 pm)
Parents will wait outside as dismissal staff radio teachers, calling students by name, allowing students to exit the school building.
Dismissal - Bus Transportation (2:20 pm)
Students will be dismissed by bus # to load buses.
Dismissal - Part2 Afterschool Program at JES (2:17 pm)
Students will be dismissed to the afterschool program by loading an afternoon bus to JES
ATTENDANCE
Consistent and regular attendance is paramount to student development and success. On time arrival provides a student with the most positive start to the day. If your student will be absent or tardy, please notify the main office and classroom teacher by 8:00am on the day of absence. If your student is absent due to illness, please copy the health office in your communication.
Main Office: 802-899-4676
Connie Arceneaux: connie.arceneaux@mmuusd.org
Health Office: ucsnurse@mmuusd.org
Our first priority is your child’s safety. If we have not been notified of absence or tardy by the family, the main office will begin contacting families at 8:15 am. If a child is not at school, and contact with family members has been unsuccessful, the principal may call the state police. Students are marked absent until they arrive and check in at the main office.
WHAT YOUR CHILD NEEDS for DAY 1
A backpack large enough to carry library books, a lunch box, and any gear that is being transported back and forth
A daily snack and lunch, unless your child is getting meals from school
A labeled water bottle
We want to ensure our families have the resources they need. Please utilize our UCS Resource Sheet, which includes helpful information for families.
BUS TRANSPORTATION
Below is transportation information for the upcoming SY. Please contact the bus garage with specific questions regarding bus routes. They can be reached at 899-4840 or their website.
2026-2027 AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM
Part2 will be providing after school programming at UCS. HERE is additional information about the program and be on the lookout for direct communication coming soon from the program director. PartAfter School programming begins on August 26th
FOOD SERVICE
All UCS students can receive free breakfast (snack) and a complete lunch every school day. Please note that all food served at school is peanut-free. To help us continue receiving state food service funding, please take a moment to complete this form. You can also review additional meal program information and FAQs for more details on our food services HERE.
FROM THE DISTRICT
2026-2027 SY District Calendar
The district has put out the SY calendar for next year over the weekend.
You can view the full 2026-27 SY Calendar HERE and it was shared in the District Happenings as well!
FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
Please follow this link to find all of the beginning of the year info from the health office. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact nurse Tara using the information below:
Tara McMahon, MSN RN
Direct number: 802-858-6316
Fax: 802-899-5173
ucshealthoffice@mmuusd.org
ONLINE SCHOOL STORE
GET YOUR BOBCAT GEAR!!!
GET YOUR BOBCAT GEAR!!!
Welcome to the UCS Bobcats Online Sideline Store, the place to score personalized Bobcat Swag and accessories from all your favorite brands 24/7/365. Get ready for the summer with new styles and brands
**Profits do go back to the UCS** Happy shopping!!!
NEWS FROM THE PTO
The UCS PTO is hosting a Welcome Back Picnic on
Wednesday, September 2nd, 5:30-7pm on the UCS Playground!
Please join us for a fun night out to play with friends, connect with families and celebrate a new school year! We'll enjoy picnicking, lawn games and playground fun while seeing old friends and making new ones. Our UCS Community is a very special one. Thank you for being a part of it!
The PTO will be selling pizza, snacks and drinks at the picnic. Your purchases will support programs like Math through Art, enrichment materials like STEAM kits and logic puzzles, field trips to places like Shelburne Farms and the Sailing Center and special supplies for our classrooms and garden. Thank you for supporting our students and teachers!
If you will be attending and want to purchase pizza, please pre-order to help us know how much to get! Pre-orders can be made for a whole pizza or a half of a pizza. There will also be slices available for purchase at the picnic until we run out. Please be sure to fill out this order form ahead of time.
STAY CONNECTED with WHAT'S HAPPENING @ UCS
Underhill Central School
Underhill Central School
Email: ucsoffice@mmuusd.org
Location: 6 Irish Settlement Rd, Underhill, VT 05489
Phone: 802.899.4676
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