
Check out the Beauty and the Beast Facebook page! They've been working SO hard - come support them at showtime!! https://www.facebook.com/394209667307037/posts/pfbid028sGN5dRtPsbrVk2kdjWYu4Lg5wz4WjV9MCu3Ah34kjLKhQZ8yrGe3CAMGDaYTzzal/?d=n

Registration is now open online!! UTMS registration will be from July 26-29. All new enrollment students should call our office to set an appointment.
Dates to remember:
August 8th: Open House, 5-7
August 10th: First day of School!!
August 11th: Parent Night, 6 pm (strongly recommended to attend)
**New information**
Bus routes and times will be changing from years past. Take special note to enter your transportation needs in registration and changes to pick-up/drop--off.

Are you looking for work? Do you know someone who is looking for employment? Union Township School Corporation currently has both part time and full time opportunities available. We have an immediate/critical need for bus drivers, cooks, dishwasher/servers, aides, and custodians. Need training? No problem, we will provide training! Visit our website: www.union.k12.in.us or call us today!

2022 SUMMER SOFTBALL CAMP
2 nd Call June 15, 2022
WHS Varsity Softball will again conduct a “Summer Softball Camp” for Union
Township girls who are entering 6 th , 7 th or 8 th grade in the Fall of 2022. All Union Township girls, regardless of skill level, are invited to attend.
Practices will begin in mid-July on dates and games can be found below.
A fee of $70 will include a T-shirt umpire fees and insurance. Every game will also have a gate / entrance fee of $4.
Our schedule currently includes the following games
August 1- 5:30pm River Forest at WHS
August 10- 5:30pm At Hobart
August 12-6pm Munster at WHS
August 15-5:30pm At Munster
August 16-5:30pm At Hanover
August 18- 5:30pm Hobart at WHS
August 20- Time ? Round Robbin at River Forest with North Newton
Please respond with the grade your daughter will be entering and the shirt size
Youth small, Youth Med, Youth Large, Youth XL, Youth XXL, Men’s Small or Men’s Med.
If interested, feel free to email at mark-becker@hotmail.com or (219) 712-0864.
Please respond by July 1, 2022
Coach Mark J Becker
Varsity Softball Coach
Wheeler High School

UNION TOWNSHIP SCHOOLS NEED YOU!
Now Hiring!
Bus Drivers (Need Three)
Cooks (Need Two)
Bus Aide
Teachers
Head Groundskeeper
Custodians
Aquatics Director
Dishwasher/Servers
Coaches
Www.union.k12.in.us - Employment for more information.

ATTENTION TRACK: Our Conference Meet scheduled for tomorrow, May 6th, has been rescheduled to Monday, May 9th. Same time and location.

TIE-DYE SALE!
Don't miss this chance to save on our entire Union Township Middle School tie-dye lineup! All tie-dye short sleeves, tie-dye long sleeves and tie-dye hoodies are $5 off now though May 8th.
Also, be sure to check out our new line of "Class of" designs. They can be personalized for any graduation year. Shop Now!
https://1stplacespiritwear.com/schools/IN/Valparaiso/Union+Township+Middle+School/collection_detail.html?utm_source=customer-db&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=spring

TRACK ATHLETES: Tonight's track meet has been postponed due to the cold - date TBA.

ATHLETIC PICTURE DAY! Picture Day is: April 08, 2022
Order Code is: 68250H (Middle School Code)
Your link to order is: https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/68250H

Union Township Schools will be on a two hour delay today, March 11, 2022 due to slick road conditions and a winter weather advisory.

Baseball Tees On Sale
Spring is just around the corner, so we are featuring our 3/4-length sleeve baseball tees. The price will be marked down from $26.99 to $21.99 for the next two weeks. They are available in regular fit, slim fit and youth sizes.
Store link: https://1stplace.sale/35409
Use this link to view your baseball tees: http://1stplacespiritwear.com/collection/35409/?style=Baseball+Tee

On Saturday March 5th the UTMS basketball team traveled to Kankakee Valley MS to play in the KV Shootout. In the first game the Bearcats were defeated by the Kankakee Valley Kougars 54 – 8. The offense was led by Anika Villarruel with 2 points, Mackenzie Campbell 2 points, Aralynn Lawson 2 points and Izabela Schumacher 2 points.
In the second game the Bearcats were defeated by the Thomas Jefferson Vikings 35 – 23. The Offense was led by Izabela Schumacher with 10 points, Faith Kromray 6 points, Ava Lukawski 3 points, Allie Bushey 2 points, Delaney Kimberlin 2 points, Reese Luedtke, Anika Villarruel, Mackenzie Campbell, Aralynn Lawson, Madden Parris and Taylor Rowe.
The Bearcats finished the 2022 season with a 3 – 7 record. Coach Hogan, Coach Stickann and Coach Schumacher would like to thank all the parents, staff and fans for their tremendous support throughout the entire season.

ATHLETIC PICTURES: Girls Basketball and Wrestling - Monday, March 7th after school. Coaches will have more information.

On Wednesday February 16th the UTMS basketball team traveled to Hebron and defeated the Hawks 26 – 4.
The offense was led by Ava Lukawski with 10 points, Izabela Schumacher 10 points, Allie Bushey 2 points, Mackenzie Campbell 2 points, Faith Kromray 2 points, Delaney Kimberlin, Reese Luedtke, Anika Villarruel, Aralynn Lawson, Jenna Click, Madden Parris and Taylor Rowe. The defense was led by the entire team which was in lockdown mode holding the Hawks to 4 total points.
The Bearcats next game is Saturday February 26th at Hanover Central MS against the Wildcats in the opening round of the GSSC tournament. Game time is 9:00 am.

All after school events have been canceled for today, due to our eLearning day and the weather conditions. Be safe!

UTMS, JSE, and UCE will have an eLearning day tomorrow due to the winter weather warning. WHS teachers will complete grades remotely.

On Wednesday February 9th the 8th grade girls basketball team was defeated by the Hobart Brickies 27 – 25. The offense was led by Izabela Schumacher with 10 points, Ava Lukawski 5 points, Reese Luedtke 2 points, Allie Bushey 2 points, Aralynn Lawson 2 points, Faith Kromray 2 points, Delaney Kimberlin 2 points, Anika Villarruel, Mackenzie Campbell and Taylor Rowe. The defense turned stingy in the second half helping the Bearcats to overcome a 10-point deficit. Unfortunately, the Bearcats were unable to finish the comeback and lost by 2. The Bearcats next game is Thursday February 10th at home against the Hanover Central Wildcats. Game time is 5:30 pm.
The 7th grade girls had a tough fought, nail-biter game! The girls fought to the very end but came up short vs the Brickies. Outstanding games were put in by all girls!! Tough as nails!!

National School Counselor's week!!
We want to take a moment to thank our counselor, Mrs. Sims for all she does!
Not only does Mrs. Sims meet with our students, she plans meaningful presentations, creates fun and impactful school activities and is dedicated to our staff, students and community!
THANK YOU!
BEARCAT PROUD!!

Union Township School Corporation will be on an eLearning day tomorrow, Friday, February 4, 2022. Assignments will be posted by 10:00 a.m.

All UTSC Schools will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, February 3, 2022. We will use an instructional time waiver and therefore will not do eLearning or make the day up. Enjoy the day off, be safe, and build a snowman!

Porter County is under a Winter Storm Warning and as such all buildings will be closed. We will be having an eLearning day on Wednesday, February 2, 2022. All assignments will be posted by 10:00 a.m.

All UTMS after school events have been canceled due to poor travel conditions this evening.
Stay safe and warm!

On Monday January 31st the UTMS basketball team defeated the Morgan Township Cherokees 24 – 13. The offense was led by Izabela Schumacher with 12 points, Ava Lukawski 8 points, Allie Bushey 2 points, Faith Kromray 2 points, Reese Luedtke, Anika Villarruel, Mackenzie Campbell, Delaney Kimberlin, Aralynn Lawson, Jenna Click, Madden Parris and Taylor Rowe. The defense was stingy the entire game holding the Cherokees to 13 total points.
The Bearcats next game is Tuesday February 1st at home against the Hanover Central Wildcats. Game time is 5:30 pm.

Full-Zip Hoodies on Sale
Our inventory of full-zip hoodies was just refreshed in both youth and adult sizes and we've slashed the price by $10! This week only, all full-zips just $34.99. There is a custom ad below and here is a direct link to view all of your full-zip options: https://1stplacespiritwear.com/collection/35409/?style=Full+Zip

On Tuesday January 25th the UTMS basketball team traveled to Whiting and defeated the Oilers 38 – 1. The offense was led by Ava Lukawski with 10 points, Izabela Schumacher 10 points, Allie Bushey 4 points, Mackenzie Campbell 4 points, Delaney Kimberlin 4 points, Reese Luedtke 2 points, Anika Villarruel 2 points, Faith Kromray 2 points, Jenna Click, Madden Parris and Taylor Rowe. The defense was in complete lockdown holding the Oilers to 1 point.
The Bearcats next game is Monday January 31st at home against the Morgan Township Cherokees. Game time is 4:45 pm

Union Township School Corporation updates their COVID-19 response aligning to the updated guidance from the Indiana State Department of Health. More information can be found https://5il.co/14a97

Please follow this link for some important reminders on our return to school.
https://5il.co/13qb4

Congratulations to our 6th, 7th, and 8th grade boys basketball teams. All are in the semi-finals tomorrow for the JR-GSSC Tournament championships. Good luck to our young men.

Please see the CORRECT link for the School Safety Information for UTSC. Apologies.
https://5il.co/13a9j

Please see an important letter from Union Township Schools
https://5il.co/139rv

UTMS and WHS continue to be without power. All events for Sunday, December 12, 2021 are cancelled and the Fieldhouse is closed.

Unfortunately, the 6th grade basketball game vs Whiting tomorrow, 11/23, has been canceled due to a Whiting quarantine.
We are working on a possible reschedule date.

UTSC reopens fieldhouse for community use. Please visit our website: www.union.k12.in.us for details.

ATTENTION 8TH GRADE BOYS BASKETBALL PARENTS: There will be a parent meeting tomorrow after practice at 5:00pm in the middle school gym.

UTMS Bearcats out score Hanover 30-25!

Registration for Wheeler Youth Basketball is open now and until October 15. Discounted early registration ends October 10th - save $5 and register now! The recreational league is for students grades K-6 and will host 8 Saturday games at the Wheeler High School fieldhouse between November 13 and February 12.
The Wheeler Little League has graciously allowed us to share their website and registration portal so basketball participants can enjoy the ease of online registration this year.
Parents should visit:
www.wheeleryouthbaseball.com (yes, baseball) to register before October 15th and before October 10th to take advantage of the early registration rate.
Visit our Facebook page at Wheeler Youth Basketball for further details on season and schedule

Registration for Wheeler Youth Basketball opens Friday! The recreational league is for students grades K-6 and will host Saturday games at the Wheeler High School fieldhouse. The Wheeler Little League has graciously allowed us to share their website and registration portal so basketball participants can enjoy the ease of online registration this year.
Parents should visit:
www.wheeleryouthbaseball.com (yes, baseball) to register before October 15th.
Visit our Facebook page at Wheeler Youth Basketball for further details on season and schedule.

This week, we are happy to offer one of our most popular promotions: Free Shipping on Orders Over $60 with code FALL60-FS. We are also highlighting our Hearts and Rainbows collection in this week's ad.
Store link: https://1stplace.sale/35409

Please be advised that 475 W. (Sedley Road) is closed this morning between 300 N. and 400 N. Please use an alternate route.

Please be advised that 475 W. (Sedley Road) is closed this morning between 300 N. and 400 N. Please use an alternate route.

ATTENTION VB PARENTS: Lake Ridge canceled the match scheduled for this evening. Coaches have decided to hold practice until 5:00pm after school. Thank you!

Bearcat News! Follow link for video :)
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Hq5G2L3HHt5hEUvKSmqvzbQ2tNC2zHIV/view?usp=sharing

DRAMA CLUB will start on Wednesday September 15th from 3 - 4pm in the auditorium! All are welcome to join! We will be discussing plans for the year; and planning of the Halloween Dance!

Explore, see the world, and earn 3 college credits! Come with Sra. Kincaid and World Strides this summer to Spain, Italy, France and Monaco from June 7-19 in 2022. Please attend the informational meeting on Wed., Sept. 15th at 6 PM in WHS room 203 to learn more. You can also contact Sra. at dkincaid@union.k12.in.us or call and leave a message at ext. 1301.

Boys Basketball: Open Gym is starting! Please contact Coach McCammack with any questions: emccammack@union.k12.in.us

Today's UTMS football game vs River Forest has been postponed due to the heat advisory. We will announce a reschedule date once we have confirmed.
Thank you

Union Township School Corporation currently has nine positive cases of COVID-19 in our schools. We have re-posted our dashboard on our website and will update it daily at Noon. As a reminder, masks, although not required, are recommended.

FALL ATHLETIC PICTURES ONLY: Picture Day is: Aug 23, 2021 - Order - Code is: 61511Z - Your link to order is: https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/61511Z

PICTURE DAY ONLINE ORDERING: Picture Day is: Aug 25, 2021 - Order Code is: 60057T - Your link to order is: https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/60057T

REMINDER: Cross Country and Volleyball will begin practice this MONDAY, August 16th! Cross Country will be from 3:05 - 4:00pm. Volleyball will be from 3:30 - 5:30pm. You must have a physical on file to participate. Thank you!

Union Center Elementary has employment opportunities available as a building aide and as a noon aide. Please contact Mr. Gabriel, Principal for additional information (219) 759-2544.

BACK TO SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR BLOWOUT!
Now is the time to stock up on Union Township Middle School spirit wear! Our fall sale features the best savings of the year, including discounts of 30% or more on all items and free shipping over $100.
https://1stplacespiritwear.com/schools/IN/Valparaiso/Union+Township+Middle+School?utm_source=coord-db&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=fwd
Example savings:
Tees from $16.99 ($22.09)
Hoodies from $29.99 ($38.99)
Sweatpants from $27.99 ($36.39)

ATHLETIC UPDATE: Fall Athletic Pictures will be on Monday, August 23rd. If your student athlete is participating in cross country, volleyball, football, or cheer - please plan on them attending. More information to follow.

ATTENTION CAR RIDERS!!
We have relocated our car drop off and pickup. We feel this is a safer and smoother process than what has been in the past.
Please drop-off and pick-up your UTMS student in the circle drive/Grand Hall entrance. Times do not change. The circle drive is located on the Northeast end of the building.
THANK YOU!

A reminder that Porter County Health Department will be offering Pfizer and Johnson and Johnson COVID vaccine at UTMS gym tomorrow from 1:00-5:00 pm. Walk-ins welcome!

Interested in our COVID 19 vaccine clinic? Our clinic is scheduled for Thursday, August 5 from 1-5 p.m. in the UTMS gym for anyone ages 12 and older. Please follow this link to sign up so we know how much vaccine we will need. https://forms.gle/hBVDvBXwDDG6kFWQ9

UTSC is partnering with the PCHD to offer a COVID 19 vaccine clinic on Thursday, August 5 from 1-5 p.m. in the UTMS gym. Please see your email for additional information.

UTSC learned today of upcoming road closures, August 5- early October. Hwy 130 closed to they traffic, Salt Creek Bridge on 130 east of 325w, 130 and 450W, and the tracks on 600N just south of 130. Buses will be RE-routed.

UPDATE Breakfast and Lunch will continue to be free for ALL students again for the 21-22 school year! If you are considering and qualified for Textbook Assistance, you will still need to file appropriately. Thank you1

ATTENTION MIDDLE SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY STUDENT-ATHLETES! Practice begins MONDAY, August 2nd at 7am. Meet by the outdoor track. Please make sure you have plenty of water and your IHSAA physical form. See you there!

WELCOME NEW STUDENTS! Please join us for our Open House on Monday, August 9th from 5 - 7pm. We welcome you to come to our building during the week Monday - Thursday between the hours of 8 - 2pm if the Open House date does not work for you. We look forward to meeting you!

UTSC is partnering with Porter County Health Department to offer the Pfizer and Johnson and Johnson COVID vaccine for anyone ages 12 and older on August 5th in the UTMS gym from 1:00-5:00 pm. Watch for additional information.

Interested in COCID-19 vaccine? Pfizer vaccine will be available on August 5th at UTMS gym from 1:00-5:00. Watch for more information. Open to all 12 years old and older.

Have you registered for school? UTSC is currently registering students for 2021-2022. See our website for information.

Please visit the following link for access to our UTMS Football letter from Coach Hogan. Thank you! https://5il.co/ujg2

Interested in boys basketball? The boys basketball team is hosting open gym from 1 to 3 in the high school gym. Boys entering grades six through 12 are encouraged and welcome to participate.

Good morning,
Please mark your calendars, we now have registration dates for the 2021-22 school year!
Online registration will be available from July 19-23rd!!
If online registration is a difficulty for you, appointments can be made in-person at the UTMS office beginning Tuesday, July 27th.

Correction- Fourth in their flight/heat.

Bearcats Sectional Baseball Champs over Illiana Christian 2-1!

Lady Bearcats Sectional Champs! Beat Illiana Christian 7-3!

Bearcats out hit Whiting Oilers, 11-6!

UTMS Whitney Anderson is the 1600 State Champ! Bearcat Pride!

UTMS Boys place third in State Meet in 4x1! Bearcat Pride!

Our 5th grade orientation is now available on our website! On our menu, under "Students", then 6th grade. Enjoy!

REMINDER: Physicals will be offered in the HS gym and girls' coaches office TOMORROW from 3:30 - 5:30pm. The cost is $20.

IMPORTANT DATE: Athletic Physicals will be provided in the HS Gym on Tuesday, May 18th - the cost is $20.00. It's an easy opportunity to make sure you're cleared and ready to go for the next school year! More information to follow soon.

UTMS did a great job at the Indiana Junior Super Bowl finals for Division 3! These results are out of 42 schools!!
English- 5th in State
Math-8th in State
Interdisciplinary-13th in State
Science-20th in State
Social Studies-32 in State

Please visit and check in with our Live Link to tonight's track meet! Stay up to date with heat sheets and results as the events finish. https://live.athletic.net/meets/9334

ATTENTION TRACK FAMILIES: Please note that the meet tonight is being run at Lake Ridge's HS building - Calumet at 5:00pm. Thank you!

ATHLETIC UPDATE: The middle school track meet that was scheduled for April 28th has been rescheduled to Tuesday, May 4th at Lake Station at 5:00pm. Thank you!

ATHLETIC UPDATE: The track coaches have canceled practice. All track athletes will be going home after school.

ATHLETIC UPDATE: The middle school track meet scheduled for tonight at Lake Station has been canceled due to incoming weather. The rescheduled date is TBD. There WILL be track practice as usual tonight in the field house.

Bearcat Brag!!
The Indiana Department of School Programs held a contest, as they do annually, called the Martin Luther King Jr. Essay contest. Each school is able to submit 5 essays, across the state. The essays are evaluated by the faculty of Ball State University.
We are very proud to announce that our very own 7th grader, Louay Zeitoun has won 3rd place! Way to go Louay! He will receive a scholarship award for his essay!
Bearcat Proud!!

REMINDER: The track meet scheduled for this evening has been canceled. Practice as usual tonight. River Forest will be traveling to Hanover with us on Monday the 26th to make up for the canceled meet on the 19th.

ATHLETIC UPDATE: The middle school track meet scheduled for today has been postponed to a later date TBA. There is practice as usual tonight after school for track athletes. Thank you!

I'd like to take a moment to brag on and share some awesome news about one of our UTMS Bearcats, Hannah Gish!
Hannah is a passionate and dedicated BMX athlete. Recently, she qualified to represent the USA in the BMX championships, taking place in August!
This is a huge accomplishment and a testament to Hannah's motivation and determination!!
We are so incredibly proud of our Bearcat! Way to go Hannah!!!

ATHLETIC UPDATE: The Valpo Relays were rescheduled to a different date which created a conflict for our coaches and we'll no longer be competing on Saturday, April 17th.

Reminder for Spring Athletic Pictures:
Picture Day is: Friday, April 9, 2021 Order Code is: 58161W
Your link to order is: https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/58161W

Reminder for Spring Athletic Pictures: Picture Day is: April 9, 2021
Order Code is: 58161W
Your link to order is: https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/58161W

Fish and Chicken Fry tonight 3:30-7:00. Drive up to Grand Hall, place order and pick up! Come out and support Bearcat Softball.

FYI: Spring athletic pictures will be taken on Friday, April 9th. More details to follow.

Don’t miss Bearcat Theatre Company’s “The Pitch”. Streaming now through Sunday. Visit bearcattheatre.org for streaming information!

WINTER ATHLETIC PICTURES: Tuesday, March 2nd in the middle school gym after school. Your coach has your allotted time slot. Please use the following link and code to order online: Order Code is: 57812X
Your link to order is: https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/57812X

Yearbook pictures for clubs and groups will be tomorrow during the school day! They will be announced over the intercom to attend the shoot in the commons, then return to class. Be sure to listen for your group!

ATHLETIC UPDATE: The wrestling meet with Lake Station and Hanover has been rescheduled to Thursday, February 25th at Lake Station at 5:00pm.

ATHLETIC UPDATE: The 7th/8th grade basketball game vs. Hebron scheduled for tonight has been canceled - no reschedule date as of today. The girls will have practice. The wrestling match vs. Hanover and Lake Station scheduled for tonight has also been canceled - no reschedule date as of today.

CORRECTION - 7TH AND 8TH GIRLS BASKETBALL: Griffith is only allowing 25% capacity for spectators, please use the following link to preorder...https://griffithathletics.com/panther-box-office-tickets/

Follow link for Bearcat Newsteam:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DRVRAviHcTiBHxBxwxdm_bIeJFvBQ5ZH/view?usp=sharing

All after school practices, rehearsals and events have been canceled due to incoming weather and poor roads conditions.
The girls basketball game has been rescheduled for Thursday, Feb 11th.
Stay safe!

ATHLETIC UPDATE: All basketball games - 6th/7th/8th - scheduled for this evening have been POSTPONED. Coaches asked for practice time with all students being out of the building since the 18th. The reschedule date is TBD.

ATHLETIC UPDATE: The 7th/8th girls basketball game scheduled for Monday, February 1st, has been canceled. No reschedule. ALSO - Hanover is only allowing PARENTS to attend the basketball game on Tuesday, February 2nd. They will be livestreaming on their website.

Good morning UTMS families,
If you have not seen your email yet, attached is the letter from Mr. Hunter regarding our virtual status, beginning tomorrow, Friday, Jan 22nd.
I have also emailed all parents and students with our virtual schedule, as well as the virtual links.
Thank you. Stay safe and healthy!

ATHLETIC UPDATE: The 7th/8th grade basketball games scheduled for today vs. Lake Ridge and on Wednesday, January 27th, vs. Boone Grove have been canceled.

ATHLETIC UPDATE: The 6th grade game vs. Lake Station scheduled on February 4th has been canceled by Lake Station - they do not have a 6th grade team.

Follow link for Bearcat news:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1A64l_8SLSPz-1-ZtOJI3EF1kFAQILQM5/view?usp=sharing

ATHLETIC UPDATE: The 6th grade basketball vs. Lake Ridge scheduled for Thursday, January 21st has been canceled due to Lake Ridge not having a team.

ATHLETIC UPDATE: All girls basketball games with Whiting scheduled for Tuesday, January 26th have been canceled due to low numbers on Whiting's teams.

ATHLETIC UPDATE: Washington Township canceled the 6th grade game scheduled for 2/16 due to a scheduling conflict. No reschedule this year.

Follow the link for Bearcat News:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1h8u7Yga53zb_eVHkhNi6FLL8_yYBU00w/view?usp=sharing

NO LATE START TOMORROW, January 6th!!

Follow the link for Bearcat News:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1825fosQmgDkcPtzvPp5nFrgp_C6ltftd/view?usp=sharing

Follow the link for today's Bearcat News:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BXSF1NQ6r11aZkxBNDK8YX_F3sangK3E/view?usp=sharing

An announcement from the Indiana Dept of Eduation:
The Indiana Department of Education has updated guidance from the USDA Waiver for School Food Authorities to extend the program which provides free breakfast and lunches to children from December 31, 2020 to June 30, 2021. Therefore, Union Township School Corporation will extend this benefit until the end of the school year.

ATHLETIC UPDATE:
The 6th grade game scheduled for Monday, the 14th, has been removed from the schedule.

Follow the link for today's Bearcat News!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1U0r5b1ql-HmBDZWcjifoj2lgwdFoRrLp/view?usp=sharing

ATHLETIC UPDATE:
6th grade boys basketball @ Griffith on Thursday, the 10th, has been canceled by Griffith.
8th grade boys basketball vs. River Forest on Tuesday, the 15th, has been canceled by River Forest. Our 6th and 7th grade teams will play River Forest at home at 5:00pm with 6th grade playing first.

Lake Ridge has canceled all basketball games scheduled for this evening.
No reschedule as of now. Hang in there - Bearcat Tough!

Good morning UTMS family,
With our current virtual status and Porter County's RED phase, I wanted to take a moment to clarify regulations for athletic events. Tomorrow we host a game vs Lake Ridge 5pm.
--Face masks MUST be worn at all times
--Attendance is limited to participants, essential workers and parents/guardians/siblings.
--When you arrive at the game you will be asked which athlete you are representing. Only immediate family will be admitted into the event.
--Both sides of bleachers will be opened to enhance social distancing.
--No concessions will be available.
Thank you for your understanding, cooperation and safety!

UPDATED ATHLETIC EVENT GUIDELINES
Dear Parents:
With the Executive Order effective November 15, 2020 and Porter County in "Red," the following restrictions will be enforced:
1. Attendance for K-12 winter sports events is limited to participants, support personnel, and parents / guardians.
2. Concessions will NOT be sold.
3. Masks must be worn at all times.
4. Social Distancing will be enforced.
We will keep you informed when changes occur.

UPDATE - The 7th grade basketball game scheduled for tomorrow vs. Hebron has been CANCELED.

Happy Veterans Day!! Please follow the link for our virtual Veterans Day Program, along with announcements: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N1UEOa0DPtxDjcO5OiW_bpAQ8aJlQoCM/view?usp=sharing

Bearcat Newsteam! Follow link for video:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sB7h02fLI43KhOoJ23jpa4_DFirLXcF-/view?usp=sharing

Follow the link for Bearcat News video!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1x15aRZ7ZdDBXJZrakoLQUU_YXcFYZFls/view?usp=sharing

Follow the link for Bearcat News!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hUCjXiSxJHvkAMuBSUL4m7q4Gjl0Oyn7/view?usp=sharing

We would like to wish our outstanding custodian staff a happy Custodian Appreciation Day! And thank them for the incredible job they do, day in and day out to keep our building beautiful. They've also gone above and beyond during our re-opening to keep students & staff safe!
THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO!!

Links to our Daily Announcements are now available on our website! Go to Menu, then under "About the School" you can select "Daily Announcements"

Football game today has been postponed until Sept 22nd. The Cross Country meet as also been postponed until Sept 14th.
Football and Cheer will not practice today.
Cross country and volleyball will still practice.
Thank you!

Here is a one stop shop for online picture orders! Picture day is today!
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/50292T

Hello my virtual kiddos!
Today I was able to put all my virtual kids in a group so I can email you easily! You all should be super proud of me that I learned how to do this! Technology and I are learning to get along pretty well with each other!
The reason for my email is just to say hello to you guys and see how things are going now that you just about FINISHED your first 3 days of virtual! The teachers have said that you all are doing a FANTASTIC job! Please keep up the good work.
Since I will not be able to see you in advisory, I wanted to remind you, that you can contact me whenever you need for help. This can be if you wanted to talk about anything that is bothering you, if you need help with an assignment, or if you just wanted to say hello! We can either talk over email, do a google hangout ( which means we are pretty much direct messaging back and forth like a text message on the computer) or we even video conference!
I will be emailing you to check in, so please, please write me back and let me know how you are doing. Even though you are not physically here in school, I am still your counselor and I am here for YOU!
Take good care, keep doing AWESOME and enjoy your weekend!!!

Please take a moment to view our slideshow with some helpful information to help us through day 1!
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1d4zfbZW2UNZ78EqhboqZ8zx_Eo67K3JCaNCpPaS-agM/edit?usp=sharing
See you tomorrow!

Good afternoon UTMS families, Please read through this email as it applies to your student(s). There is a lot of important information.
All class schedules are now complete and finalized! They can be viewed through Harmony. Every Advisory teacher will have a hard copy ready to deliver to students who need one.
Be sure your student knows who is their Advisory teacher!All staff will be out in halls to assist students find & open lockers, find classes and teachers. We understand that these unprecedented times have caused some uneasy about our start.
UTMS is ready to open doors and help all students to a great start!
Virtual Learners:
Virtual class periods have been set for all virtual learners. Core classes only.Teachers will be emailing students information next week before August 12th to review expectations, schedule and attendance for class.
Materials (textbooks, workbooks, chromebooks, etc) will need to be collected on August 11th between 1-3pm. Students, with masks, will be welcomed to enter the building through the main entrance and visit each classroom to see their teacher & collect materials. If you or your student are uncomfortable entering the building, please email me directly and I will prepare items for collection at the front door.
Please read and complete our UTSC virtual learner parent/student contract. https://forms.gle/3xdKLFHXWCeokbYPA
Thank you everyone for your patience and understanding through this time!
Can't wait to start Wednesday!

Good morning UTMS family,
We are constantly working towards the safety of our students, staff and community during these times. Additionally, working with the Porter County Health Department to monitor cases in the area.
As a preventative measure to protect our community, we have chose to cancel our open house on August 10th.
In light of the cancellation, please use our virtual orientation available here:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1E1nh_jR8QgAnzbkmdMB35-ThsQnt3oEgMy0syxh1868/edit?usp=sharing
Also, do not feel required to bring all supplies on day 1. We understand that may feel overwhelming! We will all be out and about to help students on that first morning, find & open lockers, classrooms, teachers, etc.
I truly appreciate your understanding and flexibility during this time. We will all get through this together and have a wonderful school year!
Thank you,
Mr. Goeringer

Items from lockers that were not cleaned out in May are still bagged in our office. They will be donated if not picked up/claimed by Friday, August 14th.

Hello UTMS family!
This week are opening registration for our 2020-21 school year! We are very excited to get started this year, however some processes have changed. Please review the below documents. We can't wait to see you all!
Registration information:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ce_SSY0TC4kUOUhIqtcbCayMQ4pNJeFaqaNbVEmX6mw/edit?usp=sharing
Virtual Learning option information:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1at4iPZG5X6_wzDlEmeQBxMhItMMReLjtwLjCzoQfs50/edit?usp=sharing
If online registration from home is an issue, please contact our main office to arrange accommodations.
All the best,
Mr. Josh Goeringer
Principal

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Most appreciative to Gov Holcomb for maintaining funding for K-12 schools and to Dr. McCormick for her relentless passion for public education.