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Mandarin Dual Language Immersion students continue to learn and thrive at Marvin Ridge Middle
This school year marked the beginning of the UCPS Dual Language Immersion programโs expansion to Sun Valley and Marvin Ridge middle schools. At Marvin Ridge Middle, teacher Yuning Pan is building on the students problem solving and multitasking skills to teach the more rigorous science and social studies content.
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State Superintendent revisits UCPS and praises districtโs safety and security initiatives
On May 13, State Superintendent Mark Johnson visited Porter Ridge High to discuss school safety and security. During his visit, he praised UCPS for being a leader and a model that other counties can follow.
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#ThanksUCPSStaff: UCPS staff members go above and beyond to support students and staff
In celebration of Staff Appreciation Week, weโre highlighting employees throughout the district whose roles contribute to the success of our students, staff and schools. Check out the bios below to learn more about the outstanding staff members in our academics, human resources and finance departments.
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#ThanksUCPSStaff: UCPS shows appreciation to staff members during Staff Appreciation Week
In celebration of Staff Appreciation Week, weโre highlighting employees throughout the district whose roles contribute to the success of our students, staff and schools. Check out this story to learn more about our #TeamUCPS staff members in our legal, facilities and technology departments.
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Union County Board of Education extends Superintendentโs contract
The Union County Board of Education voted to extend Superintendent Dr. Andrew G. Houlihanโs contract through June 30, 2023. The board approved a three-year contract extension at its May 7 meeting. The original contract approved in August 2016 ended June 2020.
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Parkwood Middle teacher Pamela Johnson selected for prestigious Kenan Fellowship
Congratulations to Parkwood Middle AIG and math teacher Pamela Johnson, who has been named a 2019-20 Kenan Fellow. Johnson, who has been teaching for five years, is among 27 teachers from across North Carolina who have been selected to participate in the 2019-20 fellowship year.
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Career Readiness All-Star banquet connects students with local businesses
During the Construction Academy All-Star Banquet, nearly 30 โall-starโ Monroe, Forest Hills and Parkwood High construction students had the opportunity to network with a dozen local industry partners that included Hinson Electric, Showalter Construction Company, Horne Heating and Air Conditioning and more. Two students also signed letters of commitment to work for two industry partners after graduating in June.
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Weddington Middle raises $29,000+ for cancer research
Weddington Middle students recently raised more than $29,000 in support of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Societyโs Pennies for Patients fundraiser. The school will now have its name linked with the LLS of North Carolinaโs Pediatric and Young Adult Cancers research grant portfolio.
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Spaces are available in UCPS Summer Camps
Want to keep your student engaged in learning experiences this summer? Youโre in luck! UCPS is offering summer camps for students in elementary, middle and high school at various locations throughout the district. Read this story to learn more about summer camp options that are available to your student.
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Spotlight on EmpowerED: New Town Elementary teacher encourages collaboration and creativity during lesson about Books and Brackets
Each month, UCPS features an EmpowerED classroom to show how teachers are transforming learners into leaders through meaningful connections, collaboration and creation. Watch this video to see how New Town Elementary teacher Ashley Hayes encourages collaboration and creation in her classroom during a lesson about infographics.
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Weddington High teacher Dr. Ben Tewolde named 2019-2020 UCPS Beginning Teacher of the Year
At the annual Teacher of the Year banquet, Weddington High teacher Dr. Ben Tewolde was named the 2019-2020 UCPS Beginning Teacher of the Year. This is the second time UCPS has honored beginning teachers, and Dr. Tewolde was selected from a pool of nominations that were provided by principals.
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Monroe High teacher Jonathan Harbin named 2019-2020 UCPS Teacher of the Year
On April 16, Monroe High teacher Jonathan Harbin was named the 2019-2020 UCPS Teacher of the Year. For winning the district title, Harbin received a one-year lease of a 2019 car, courtesy of Union County KIA, as well as $500 for his personal use. The Union County Education Foundation also awarded him $1,000.
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UCPS math tutors have lasting impact on Monroe High freshman
Launched in 2017, the UCPS intensive math tutoring program was originally offered to fourth and seventh graders at four elementary and two middle high-priority schools. The program expanded to ninth graders at Monroe and Forest Hills high schools this year, providing additional academic support for students like Monroe High freshman Jade Robinson.
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NC Agriculture Commissioner and students share their passion for agriculture at districtwide event
On April 9, as many as 100 guests milled around Weddington High's media center for a districtwide celebration of agriculture. During the event, FFA clubs from across the district educated attendees on potential careers in the agriculture industry while keynote speaker, NC Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler, discussed the importance of agriculture and agribusiness.
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#UCPSBooksandBrackets: Marshville Elementary wins the Books and Brackets championship
During a celebration held at Wingate University, Marshville Elementary was named the winner of the 2019 Books and Brackets reading challenge. UCPS students cumulatively read more than 16 million minutes in this yearโs challenge, which roughly translates to more than 260,000 hours.
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UCPS Exceptional Children's Program offers comprehensive services to help students attain their dreams
In the UCPS Exceptional Children's program, students as young as three years old to young adults as old as 22 years old are constantly being developed intellectually, physically, emotionally and vocationally. The program offers an extensive level of comprehensive services for children and young adults who have disabilities that are unmatched by other school systems in the county.
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UCPS Superintendent presents 2019-2020 Budget Proposal
During the April 2 Board of Education meeting, UCPS Superintendent Dr. Andrew Houlihan discussed his proposed 2019-2020 UCPS Budget. View his presentation and learn more items included in the budget proposal.
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#UCPSBooksandBrackets: Final Four advance to the next round of Books and Brackets reading challenge
The minutes are in! Four UCPS elementary schools are now advancing to the Final Four round of this yearโs Books and Brackets reading challenge.
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UCPS instructional coaches spark change in teachersโ professional development
When many people think of professional development, the first thing that may come to mind is an hours-long, one-size-fits-all, โsit and getโ session. They certainly wouldnโt think of continued onsite one-on-one coaching, but thatโs exactly what is offered to UCPS teachers courtesy of more than two dozen instructional coaches spread out throughout the district.
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#UCPSBooksandBrackets: Elite Eight advance to the next round in Books and Brackets reading challenge
Eight UCPS elementary schools are now advancing to the Elite Eight round of this yearโs Books and Brackets reading challenge!
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