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Good morning families,
If you have not yet, please complete the intent to return form so that we can accurately plan for next year. All feedback is welcome. Thank you to those that have already responded.
We've got an exciting week coming up, with a rising 6th grade night and a Diploma Program introductory meeting for our batch of 2028. ACT for juniors on Wednesday and then Middle School dance on Saturday! Add on a guest speaker for HS business, team photos, two soccer games, and a track meet - our campus is a bustling place. Make sure you and your students are staying up to date on what is relevant to them.
You have always been, and always will be, our best source for new families. Know a family that would be a good fit at UDS? Encourage them to reach out and come by for a tour, we would love to add them to the community for the 26-27 school year.
As always, make sure to read the whole-school newsletter.
Thanks,
-Foster
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
March
3/19 - Staff vs Student Basketball Game 6p UFCA
3/20 - Teacher Workday
3/30 - End of Q3
April
4/3 to 4/10 - Spring Break
4/30 - Cultural Celebration Night
End of April - Spring MAP assessments
May
5/25 - Memorial Day (no school)
5/27 - EOG, EOC, and CTE exams begin
June
6/4 - Fifth grade promotion
6/5 - Twelfth grade graduation (all are invited)
6/9 - Last day of school, last day for EOG, EOC, and CTE exams
IB Middle Years Program
IB Middle Years Program
Meet the new IB MYP Coordinator, Ms. Graham
Meet the new IB MYP Coordinator, Ms. Graham
Ms. Kamille Graham - former IB MYP/DP student in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County schools, graduate of North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University (Aggie Pride!), educator, author, engineer, plant mom
When not working, I can be found between the pages of a good book or likely reciting a spoken word poem and/or inspirational quote!
I will be responsible for ensuring that UDS is honoring the expectations of the International Baccalaureate Organization with fidelity. Please feel free to email me for ANY questions related to IB MYP, Toddle, etc.: Kamille.Graham@uniondayschool.com
Updates for the Week of March 9th
Updates for the Week of March 9th
Rising Juniors: Join us March 10th at 5pm (online or in person) to learn important information about the Diploma Program
Community Project (8th grade) students should be in the 'Taking Action' portion of their project and evidencing (photos/videos) their progress in Toddle via the Process Journal.
February/March is Part 4 of the Community Project timeline where 8th grade students are expected to be carrying out their service action, recording 5-7 process journal entries in Toddle, and preparing for upcoming Community Project Showcase.
The Community Project Showcase will be Thursday, April 30th and will be open to the community. 8th grade students will have a 5-10 time slot to present their project and must have a poster and presentation prepared!
Personal Project (10th grade) students should be preparing for their next Advisory Meeting by finalizing their Personal Project Report and Presentation:
10th grade students should be finalizing their report and bibliography for their Personal Projects.
The Personal Project Showcase will also be Thursday April 30th and open to the community. We encourage everyone to come and see what our IB students are doing!
Attention Parents/Families: Applications for IB Student Ambassadors are live! Students interested in becoming an IB Student Ambassador must be in good standing with their Community Project (8th grade) or Personal Project (10th grade) and other IB requirements. IB Student Ambassadors will be responsible for positively representing the IB program at UDS and will serve as mentors to younger students. In order to be eligible, applicants must have parent/guardian signature and project supervisor signature.
Check out some of our student Community Projects below!
IB Diploma Program
IB Diploma Program
Updates for the Week of March 9
Updates for the Week of March 9
Rising Juniors: Join us March 10th at 5pm (online or in person) to learn important information about the Diploma Program
CAS Opportunity: Spring Festival in St. John's Forest --> Contact Ms. Goodson for more information
March IB Seminar: The focus for March is on being knowledgeable and self-care.
New Junior to Sophomore Mentoring Program to Kick off Next Week
New Junior to Sophomore Mentoring Program to Kick off Next Week
Next week all of our sophomores will be assigned a mentor. 10 of our IB Diploma Programme Juniors will serve as Mentors to our sophomore students. They will meet with them regularly about assigned topics to ease anxiety and offer real life experiences . Our Junior to Sophomore program is being designed Jemma Elliott and led by Captains Madeline Siegel and Collin Perrera.
All 11th and 12th grade students at UDS are either DP certificate students or full DP candidate students. We welcomed our second class of Diploma Program students with a Year One informational meeting this past week, and are looking forward to their journey over the next two years.
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IB Learner Profile for March is Knowledgeable
IB Learner Profile for March is Knowledgeable
From Ms. Goodson
The IB Learner Profile for the month of March is Knowledgeable. Being knowledgeable means learning new information, asking questions, and understanding different ideas. By being knowledgeable, we can make better choices and help our community smartly and positively.
You can show knowledge by:
Exploring concepts, ideas and issues that are important to where I live, and in the world
Learning many different things, and using what I know to solve problems in life
Throughout March, teachers will be looking for students who demonstrate knowledge in and out of the classroom. Those students will be recognized at the end of the month!
Counselor's Corner
with Mr. Shuford
College Acceptance Update
Acceptance and Scholarship Update: As of Friday, March 6th : 15 Seniors have completed 75 applications to 44 different schools with 42 acceptances. 12 Students have been offered a total of $2,215,400 in Merit based scholarships. Way to go Gryphons!
Prom Tickets
Prom Tickets
Tickets Now on Sale for $45 ....
Tickets Now on Sale for $45 ....
February 16th-March 23rd $45 UDS Student
March 24th-April 18th $50 UDS Student
Only students in grades 11-12 may purchase tickets.
Guests Tickets for Guests Outside of UDS please add $10
UDS Students in Grade 9 and 10 May be Guests
Guests outside UDS Must Complete Guest Application on Student Services Website and be approved before Tickets are Purchased
Payment Must be Made using UDS Venmo and Must Include Code: PROM Tickets (Student Name)
Limited Tickets Available
Must Have Purchased Ticket to be nominated or Vote for Prom King/Queen
Pre Registration Underway
Pre Registration Underway
Mr. Shuford has visited every grade level and discussed the following
Distributed a Transcript
Reviewed Graduation Requirements
Discussed Course Sequences and available options
Discussed the overwhelming advantage of the IB Program
Distributed PreRegistration Cards that are DUE FEBRUARY 20th
Reminded students how to make an appointment through Google Classroom
Answered all questions
To Make an appointment to discuss PreRegistration call Mr. Shuford or have your child make an appointment in Google Student Services Classroom
Quiz for Juniors
Quiz for Juniors
What do these notable people have in common??????
Taylor Branch ('68): Pulitzer Prize-winning author of the "America in the King Years" trilogy.
Francis Collins ('77): Former director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and leader of the Human Genome Project.
Roy Cooper ('79): Former Governor of North Carolina.
Karen Stevenson ('79): First Black woman from the U.S. to win a Rhodes Scholarship; U.S. magistrate judge.
Sallie Krawcheck ('86): CEO and founder of Ellevate Network; former CEO of Citigroup.
Frank Bruni ('86): Author and New York Times columnist.
Jonathan Reckford ('84): CEO of Habitat for Humanity International.
Alan Murray ('77): CEO of Fortune and former Washington Bureau Chief of CNBC.
Jerry Blackwell ('84): Prosecutor in the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Danae Ringelmann ('00): Co-founder of crowdfunding platform Indiegogo.
Shilpi Somaya Gowda ('92): Best-selling novelist.
Ned Sharpless ('88): Former acting director of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Anthony Harrington: Former U.S. ambassador to Brazil.
SEE MR. Shuford if you have the answer
Competitive Scholarships...Full Rides to Great Schools
Competitive Scholarships...Full Rides to Great Schools
Highly Competitive Full Scholarships at Prestigious Institutions
Deadlines in the Fall of 2026
Morehead-Cain at UNC Chapel Hill
Belk Scholarship at Davidson College
Levine Scholars at UNC Charlotte
Jefferson Scholars at the University of Virginia
Robertson Scholars UNC and Duke
Cornelius Vanderbilt Scholars at Vanderbilt
40 Acres Scholarship Univ of Texas
Woodruff Scholarship Emory University
Gabelli Scholarship Boston College
Trustee Scholarship Boston University
NCAC National College Fair Comes to Charlotte March 21st
NCAC National College Fair Comes to Charlotte March 21st
Would you like to visit with hundreds of college admission reps, gather information and learn about scholarships in one place, under one roof for free except for parking...
Info: https://www.nacacattend.org/26Charlotte?_gl=1*sa5wa0*_gcl_au*MjAwOTE4NjIyMS4xNzczMzE3MDY3*_ga*NDUxNTQzNzIyLjE3NzMzMTcwNjg.*_ga_VBBSWPK81X*czE3NzMzMTcwNjgkbzEkZzAkdDE3NzMzMTcwNjgkajYwJGwwJGgw
Practice for Your Interview
Practice for Your Interview
Any Senior who has scholarship or admissions interviews planned, please see Mr. Shuford. The Scholarship Committee would like to help by hosting a mock interview with you to help you prepare. Gather valuable experience and feedback to help you advance.
Email Mr. Shuford for November Scholarship Newsletter
Why Everyone Should fill Out the FAFSA
Why Everyone Should fill Out the FAFSA
Everyone should complete the FAFSA because it's the only way to access federal student aid like Pell Grants, work-study funds, and loans, and many states and colleges use it to determine eligibility for their own aid. It provides a clearer picture of your potential costs and financial options, even if you don't think you'll qualify for aid, as some scholarships and grants require it and the benefits can be surprising.
Key reasons to complete the FAFSA
Access to financial aid: It is the application for federal grants, work-study programs, and loans, which are the largest source of student aid.
Eligibility for state and school aid: Many states and individual colleges use FAFSA data to determine eligibility for their own grants and scholarships.
Opens up opportunities: Completing the form doesn't commit you to anything. It simply provides possibilities and a clearer picture of your costs once all potential aid is factored in.
No income cutoff: There is no income cutoff to qualify for some forms of aid, and many scholarships are based on financial need, not just high grades or test scores.
It's free: The "F" in FAFSA stands for "free," so it costs nothing to submit the application.
It's quick and easy: For most families, the application can be completed in under 30 minutes.
https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Mr. Shuford serves as counselor for grades 7-12. His office is located in room 203 in the high school hall. He can be reached at barry.shuford@uniondayschool.com
or Ext. 9000
Music
Music
Week of 01/20-01/23
Class Learning:
6th grade students are working their way through the Primer Level Piano Adventures Book! We have learned the two and three black key groups and are completing exercises on the musical alphabet (white keys).
7th and 8th grade continue to work through their current level piano books! Students range from Level 1 to Level 3A. We have discussed the basics of ukulele in class this week, which includes soprano ukulele standard tuning, how to tune each string, and how to hold the ukulele to strum with a felt pick. Next week, students will start working on piano and ukulele in tandem within small groups.
My maternity leave begins within the next two weeks. Please welcome my long-term sub, Ms. Ungaro! She will keep students on track with the plan for continued work as singers, piano players, and ukulele players (7th/8th).
SAVE THE DATE: MYP Spring Concert Tuesday April 28, 2026
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