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Neale Bayly speaks to Leadership class
โI invent my life,โ quoted by Neale Bayly who recently came to UCEC and spoke to Mrs. Bellโs Leadership class about an upcoming school-wide fundraiser they will be sponsoring. Mr. Bayly is the founder of Wellspring International Outreach, a charity which focuses on helping abandoned children around the world. Wellspring has done work in Peru, Southern Africa, and is currently working in Ukraine to support a local children's hospital during their time of war. Bayly has a genuine passion for helping others and has been doing so for the past 12-14 years.ย Neale says, supporting Ukraine at this time can be characterized as micro-macro, meaning the small should be given the same priority as the large. Therefore, our small school is as important in his efforts to support the children in Ukraine as a large group of people with greater financial resources. As a result, Union County Early College has decided to raise money for this childrenโs hospital in Ukraine during its fight against Russia, as they are inadequately prepared to treat war-time injuries such as shrapnel wounds, missing limbs, and burns in young children.ย We are excited for Neale Bayly to return to UCEC on Sept. 9 and speak to the entire student body in order to kick-off our fundraising for his current mission in Ukraine.
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Scholarship Recipients
Two of our 2022 graduates, or Super Seniors in UCEC vernacular, Dominic Done and Jahnia Harrigan, each received a โStudent of Success Scholarship,โ provided by State of Success, Inc. This scholarship will help light the path of their bright futures. Here is what Jahnia had to say about receiving the award, โI'm so beyond grateful! It was really unexpected, especially because this year has been so hectic, but it was a welcome surprise. I think it made it extra special that there were people I look up to, like my mom, that got to see me accept the award, too! Now Iโm just looking forward to putting the scholarship towards my education.โ Dominic said this about the scholarship, โReceiving the Student of Success Scholarship came with great surprise and honor; I am very grateful! Iโm glad that my service towards improving our community is appreciated and it has encouraged me to continue to appreciate the value that our community has to offer!โ UCEC extends its congratulations to Jahnia and Dominic.
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UCEC Freshman Makes an Impact!
Mrs. Lashleyโs book club gathered 210 books for Promising Pages, a Charlotte-based, non-profit organization. Freshman, Will Ross, took the lead and organized the book drive at UCEC. Will told us he has a family member who donates books every year and that he strives to follow in his footsteps. Will is also interested in collecting books from students in public schools that have a larger population. Promising Pages collects new and gently used books, and donates them to those living in areas around Charlotte where there is a dearth of books. Will and the book club are amazing student leaders and we are proud to support this great cause.
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Teacher of the Year
Mrs. Lashley was voted UCEC Teacher of the Year. She was chosen by her fellow teachers who all enjoy working with her. Mrs. Lashley has taught English at UCEC for 7 years, but has also taught at other UCPS schools, and in Florida. She absolutely loves Shakespeare, working with the best faculty/staff, and teaching the best students ever at UCEC. She is a great teacher who educates in such a way that you are left understanding the assignment inside and out. As one of her students shared, โshe is one of the best English teachers I have ever had.โ
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Second Harvest, Atrium Health, and UCPS are working together to provide a mobile food pantry on Oct. 6 at Monroe Middle School.
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Grade Choice Form
The Grade Choice Form has been sent to students and asks for students and parents to complete to indicate their choice for each course grade (numeric or code) and submit that to the school for processing. Teachers have sent this form with more information to students to help with decision-making. We stress that it is best for students to access this form on their computer and with their school credentials because the form requires verification of student account. Please let us know at school if you have questions, or would like to discuss options. UCEC Grade Choice Form
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Stay Connected
Union County Early College is proud of our students and staff. We invite you to stay connected to our school by liking our page on Facebook, Union County Early College, follow us on Twitter, @UCEarlyCollege, and on Instagram, ucec_monroenc .
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Peachjar Digital Flyers
We have launched a new electronic flyer communication tool called Peachjar.
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2023 UCPS graduation schedule available
Union County Public Schools 2023 graduation schedule is available. Graduations will be held in May and June. For more information, view the schedule. In addition, all traditional high school graduations will be live streamed on the schoolโs YouTube page for public viewing.
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UCPS to hold six bond information meetings
On Nov. 8, Union County voters will decide on $134,405,000 million in school bonds. UCPS will hold six informational meetings about the 2022 bond package and explain the bond history in the county, why we need this bond and the 10-year plan to address capacity, new construction and facility upgrades and renovations.
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UCEC leadership class organize fundraiser to benefit Ukrainian childrenโs hospital
Impactful leaders can motivate others, communicate clearly and effectively and have strong people skills. Students at Union County Early College enrolled in a leadership course are using these and other skills through a service project.
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Union County Public Schools announces 2021-2022 accountability results
Union County Public Schools (UCPS) and the North Carolina State Board of Education has announced academic and school accountability results for the 2021-2022 school year.
