April is World Autism Month! 💙 This month is about supporting those on the autism spectrum by spreading awareness & learning more about autism. We are #UMproud to be a school district that prioritizes meeting the needs of all learners. #AutismAwarenessMonth #CelebrateDifferences
🌟 Introducing our UMHS Rotary Club Student of the Month for March, Ava Cleary! Ava has consistently demonstrated an outstanding commitment to excellence, both academically and in her extracurricular pursuits.
Academically, Ava has maintained straight A’s throughout high school and is recognized by teachers as a standout student. Her dedication is evident in her challenging course load, including multiple AP classes where she excelled, even delving into advanced subjects like AP Physics C Mechanics without prior coursework.
Ava also excels musically and is a member of our Marching Band and Jazz Band, first chair in flute for Concert Band, and lead flute for the MontCo Band. She was also a PMEA District 11 and Region 6 band member last year and a member of the Montgomery County Honors Band this year.
Ava is also dedicated to her school and community, with involvement in various clubs and organizations, including NHS, CPESA, Student Government, Art Club, E Club President, Superintendent Advisory Council Member, and Envirothon participant. After high school, Ava plans to study Biology and attend Graduate school. Congrats, Ava! 🐻🎉
On Sunday, Upper Moreland Jazz One performed at the SteelStacks High School Jazz Showcase Finals in Bethlehem, delivering another crowd-rousing performance that earned them a Superior rating and an award for Best Rhythm Section. 👏
The SteelStacks Finals event featured the top 5 bands selected from the 20 bands that entered the preliminary round events in February. - this is UM Jazz One's 7th consecutive Finals appearance!
Congratulations, UM Jazz One! 🎉
#UMProud #Jazz #SteelStacks
Get ready for an electrifying performance! 🎭✨ Join us as our High School Drama Company brings "Freaky Friday" to life!
📅 Mark your calendars for TONIGHT, Friday, & Saturday @ 7:00 PM, with a Saturday matinee @ 2:00 PM.
Tickets are available at the door, so bring your friends, family, and all your excitement!
🎟️ Ticket Prices:
🔹 $15 Adults
🔹 $12 Students
🔹 $12 Senior Citizens
#UMProud #FreakyFriday #UMHSDrama
Last week UMIS students celebrated St. Patrick's Day by wearing green and building leprechaun traps! 🍀 #UMProud #StPatricksDay #Lucky
To celebrate Read Across America Week, students from Mr. Thompson's class at UMMS visited Kindergarten classes at UMPS & read their favorite stories by Dr. Seuss. Students had a blast visiting their former school & sharing their love for reading! 📚🌟
#UMProud #ReadAcrossAmericaWeek #DrSeuss
We're excited to introduce and welcome our newest appointed School Board Member, Mr. Grant Rounds! 🎉
Congratulations on your appointment, Mr. Rounds! Thank you to our community, staff, and board members for your continued support.
#UMProud #UMTSD #GoldenBears
It's #NationalSchoolSocialWorkWeek! THANK YOU to our K-12 Social Worker, Melissa Montella, for your outstanding support to our students, families, & district team. We appreciate your continued commitment & efforts to support student success! #SSWW2024 #UMProud
Today was an extra magical day for the second-graders of UMPS! Our UMMS students gave them an enchanting preview of their upcoming musical, "Beauty and the Beast". 🌹🎶
The full performances will take place this week on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings at 7 PM. Show your support for our incredible theater program by coming out to see the show!
Tickets will be available at the door - don't miss out! #UMProud #BeautyAndTheBeast
🌟 We are thrilled to announce Cambrie Richmond as our UMHS Rotary Student of the Month for February!
Cambrie has shown dedication to education, friendship, and community service, which brings her immense fulfillment. Her positive attitude and inquisitive nature make her stand out in class, always asking thoughtful questions and doing extra research.
At UMHS, Cambrie is Vice-President of the National Honor Society and captain of the Golden Bears field hockey team. She's also involved in Mini-Thon, raising funds for pediatric cancer, and coaches field hockey for the Doylestown Athletic Association, where she loves teaching young girls the sport she's passionate about.
Beyond academics and sports, Cambrie volunteers at the UM Booster Club snack stand and None Such Farm events, and works part-time at Aerie while interning with Mr. Andrew Broske. After graduation, she plans to pursue an Honors Biology program at Monmouth University.
Congratulations, Cambrie! 👏
UMMS 6th-graders in Mr. Feldman's Social Studies class brought history to life as they traveled to Ancient Mesopotamia, with their culminating event being the Marshmallow Catapult War Games. Students became members of ancient city-states, strategized, and battled it out in three challenges: Distance, Accuracy, and the Knock Out Round!
Students also researched and constructed Ziggurats - each city-state built its temple with unique touches that reflect their personality and identity.
Hats off to Mr. Feldman and his students for turning learning into an immersive experience and unforgettable adventure! 👏
#UMProud #HandsOnHistory #ImmersiveLearningExperience
Happy Public Schools Week! 🎉 We're grateful for the privilege to serve as the public school system for the UM Community. A big THANK YOU to our dedicated teachers & staff, and our UM families & community members for your incredible support. 💜 #UMProud #PublicSchoolsWeek #PSW24
This afternoon, award-winning author & illustrator, Javaka Steptoe, spoke to UMMS 6th-graders about his creative process, drawing from his own life to inspire his art. 📚
Come see Javaka TONIGHT, as well as local authors Karema Farmer & Jonathan Marshall, at our 2nd Annual African American Read-In Event at Upper Moreland Middle School, from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. All families and ages in our community are welcome!
⭐ Learn more here!: https://cdn.smore.com/u/thumbs/5102/thumb-1d43238b71b45e3efc86512c2534fcf8.png?fbclid=IwAR2lbYIZ7ex2rmPmYLUOLKqjgtEOvJhoAeEEFBRyKE0hE9IIV0yKQTt4xuo
#UMProud #BlackHistoryMonth #Community
Reminder: School Board Vacancy Applications are accepted through Thursday, February 29!
⭐ Click here for more information: https://www.smore.com/xt9ms
🎾 UMHS Spring Sports & Activities Reminder: All physicals, sports-related forms (on the portal), and activity fees are due this MONDAY, February 26, 2024.
⭐ Click here for more info: https://www.smore.com/m8c2y
Join us for our second annual Read-In at UMMS! All families and ages in the community are welcome!
📅 Thursday, February 22 @ 6 PM - 8 PM
📍 Upper Moreland Middle School
This event will feature award-winning author and illustrator, Javaka Steptoe, as well as local authors Karema Farmer & Jonathan Marshall. The evening will also include creative stations to explore, a dance team performance, raffles for giveaways, and more!
⭐ Click here to view the event flyer!: https://cdn.smore.com/u/thumbs/5102/thumb-1d43238b71b45e3efc86512c2534fcf8.png
The National African American Read-In (AARI) is an event to encourage communities to read together, centering African American books and authors. It was established in 1990 by the Black Caucus of the National Council of Teachers of English.
#UMProud #BlackHistoryMonth
Students in UMPS & UMIS spread the love this month 💕. Check out some ways students celebrated Friendship Day & Valentine's Day!
#UMProud #ValentinesDay #BeKind #FriendshipDay
Ms. Valentine's Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) students at UMMS celebrated Valentine's Day with "Minute to Win It" style games. Through these activities, students honed important skills such as teamwork, communication, & problem-solving. 💜
#UMProud #ValentinesDay #Teamwork
Mr. Scheuren's physics students at UMHS celebrated Black History Month by researching & discussing the inspiring story of Edward Bouchet.
Students learned Dr. Bouchet was the first African American to graduate from Yale College in 1874; continuing his education at Yale, he earned his Ph.D. in Physics in 1876, making him the first African American to attain a doctoral degree from an American university. After graduation, Dr. Bouchet dedicated 26 years to educating young minds as a chemistry & physics instructor at the Institute for Colored Youth in Philadelphia.
#UMProud #EdwardBouchet #BlackHistoryMonth
Last month at UMMS, our 8th-graders met with Heather Sliwinski, CEO & Founder of a local nonprofit, the Honor and Courage Foundation. Their mission is to support Veterans and First Responders suffering from PTSD and physical battle scars through mentorship and advocacy. Heather shared her insights, answered student questions, and left everyone feeling inspired. 💜💛
#UMProud #HonorandCourage
