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Weekly Letter
Weekly Letter
Good morning families,
Thank you to all of those that visited us this past week at Curriculum Night - it is always great to see so many familiar faces. The laughter, learning, and conversations that I heard throughout the night are indicative of the strong relationships and common goals we share as we work towards students earning their IB Diplomas and Certificates. Next week we also have our Fall Family Festival on the 25th, with our Fall Book Fair opening the very next morning on the 26th - I hope to see you at both events.
Progress reports for students "go home" (digitally) on Wednesday the 23rd. Take time this weekend to work with your students and ensure they do not have missing assignments.
We had a great visit from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, and (as much as it hurts my Tiger soul) we are looking forward to seeing University of South Carolina Columbia on Wednesday morning as they visit with our 11th and 12th grade students.
Make sure to check out the Counselor's Corner and our Athletics page. Mrs. Ross and Ms. Simmons have a lot of great information to share as our programs and extracurriculars continue to thrive and expand beyond the classroom.
As always, please make sure you have read the all-school newsletter.
See you Monday.
-Foster
All students at UDS will be participating in a book study of The Wild Robot together, culminating in Spirit Week activities the week of October 5th. While all students will be reading the same book, their activities and classroom discussions will vary widely by grade. Look to your ELA teachers newlsetters and posts in Toddle for more informaiton on the specifics for each grade level.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
September
9/21 - Lower School MAP Testing Begins
9/23 - Q1 Progress reports (halfway there!)
9/24 - IB Personal Project (10th grade) Information Session
9/25 - Last Day for Lower School MAP Testing
9/25 - Fall Family Festival
9/26 - Book Fair Family Shopping Day 10:00-2:00
9/28 - 10/2 Book Fair Shopping During the School Day
9/29 - PTO Meeting 6:30p In-Person at UDS
October
10/03 - High School Homecoming 7p (Details Below)
10/06 - Fall Picture Day (K-8 Students Must Be in Uniform)
10/23 - Teacher Workday No School for Students
10/26 - End of Quarter One
From the PTO
From the PTO
UDS FALL FESTIVAL!
Join us for an evening of family fun at Hall Family Farm!
Hall Family Farm
Friday, September 25th
4:00–7:30 PM
The PTO has rented a pavilion area just for UDS families to gather, relax, and enjoy the evening together!
VERY IMPORTANT!
Please complete the Hall Family Farm entry waiver BEFORE arriving at the farm. This will help cut down on wait times and get your family into the fun faster!
https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/btgop4x183h4msfs4x9o5n/web/
Families will purchase their farm admission tickets directly from Hall Family Farm.
We can’t wait to see our UDS families there!
Come enjoy an evening of fall fun, fellowship, and Gryphon spirit!
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KINDERGARTEN–5TH GRADE AGENDAS ARE STILL AVAILABLE!
If you haven’t purchased your student’s mandatory agenda yet, now is the time!
Agendas are $10 each.
Agendas are still being sold, but sales will end October 30th.
Please purchase your agenda now on the PTO website to avoid missing the cutoff date on October 30th
https://uniondaypto.membershiptoolkit.com/
Thank you for helping your student stay organized and ready for a successful school year!
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PTO GENERAL MEETING
September 29th at 6:30 PM
In Person on Campus
Come join us for our PTO General Meeting and hear all the latest news, updates, and what’s coming up at Union Day School!
We’d love to see you there!
All families are welcome!
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Parents, It’s Time to Get Their Tickets!
The countdown to UDS High School Homecoming 2026: The Great Gatsby is on!
It’s a night for our students to dress up, celebrate, make memories, and enjoy an unforgettable Homecoming experience with their friends.
The Great Gatsby
Saturday, October 3rd
Weddington Swim and Racquet Club
7:00–10:00 PM
$40 UDS Students | $45 Non-Students
Light refreshments will be served
Parents, don’t wait until the last minute! Tickets are limited, so make sure your student has their ticket and is ready for a night of glitz, glamour, dancing, and Gatsby-style fun!
Let’s make Homecoming 2026 one they’ll remember!
Purchase tickets on the PTO website
https://uniondaypto.membershiptoolkit.com/home
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LOOKING FOR A WAY TO HELP?
Help Us Fuel Our Amazing Staff!
Our Staff Coffee Cart has been such a special treat for our teachers and staff each month — and we need your help to keep it going strong through the end of the school year!
You can sponsor an entire month with a $350 donation, or donate any amount to help contribute toward a month of the Coffee Cart. Every dollar makes a difference and is so appreciated!
Let’s show our staff how much we value all they do for our students every single day.
Please go to the PTO website in the comments to donate.
https://uniondaypto.membershiptoolkit.com/
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Event Committee Requests:
Help Us Decorate & Stretch Our PTO Budget!
Our PTO Events Committee is gearing up for an incredible lineup of events this year—from homecoming and themed dances to holiday celebrations.
To maximize our budget for student activities, we are looking to gather recycled, gently used, or loaned decorations before purchasing new supplies.
If you have any of the following items sitting in attics or closets, please consider donating or loaning them to our PTO:
1920s / Roaring Twenties: Gold, black, and silver metallic decor, faux pearl strands, feather accents, art deco signage, and photo booth props.
Vintage & Wedding Items: White/neutral tablecloths, faux greenery, battery-operated fairy lights, lanterns, wooden crates, and glass vases.
ALL Holiday Decor: Artificial trees or wreaths, menorahs, LED string lights and candles, , oversized bows, winter greenery, and all seasonal tabletop displays.
Drop-Off Details:
Where: Main front office collection bin.
When: Weekdays during normal school hours.
Loaning an item? Please label it securely with your name, phone number, and student’s homeroom so we can return it promptly after the event!
Please contact Crystal Durham with any questions.
Thank you for helping us create magical events for our students.
go tigers
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