Monday, December 18, 2017

Mandarino Minutes for 12-18-17

Dear Parents/Guardians,


Congratulations to the Upton Joe Bots-
We are thrilled at the performance that the Upton Joe Bots put in this weekend in Battle Creek!  This was the first time our robotics team participated in the state competition.  In the words of Mr. Zimanksi:  "Out of the 48 teams that competed in our division (96 teams total), we finished ranked #14th.  Our drive team was outstanding and our robot performed very well! It was no small task to make it this far in the state championship.
These were the 96 best teams out of over 500 middle school teams in Michigan!  The mentors and coaches are so proud of all Joe Bot Teams! All Joe Bots should be congratulated, as this was an effort by all our students! All three teams performed beyond any of our expectations." 



Choir & Orchestra Concert this week-
The Upton Choirs and 7th & 8th grade orchestras have a concert this Wednesday evening beginning at 7:00 P.M in the John & Dede Howard Auditorium at SJHS.  It is a great way to highlight your week!



Sports Meetings this week-
7th & 8th grade girls basketball will be at 7:30 A.M. tomorrow Tuesday, December 19th morning in the Maize Gym for those girls interested in going out for basketball.  This is a student only meeting.
Wrestling meeting for all 6th, 7th & 8th graders interested in going out for wrestling will come during the lunches tomorrow Tuesday, December 19th.
For both sports they will begin Monday, January 8th after school.  A physical must be on file in the office.  For more information about Upton Athletics please email Gregg Schaffer at:




No Late Start this week-
We start at our regular time this Wednesday, December 20th.  



1/2 day this Friday-
We have a 1/2 day this Friday, December 22nd.  Dismissal is at 11:04 A.M.  This will start the break.  We will return on Monday, January 8th.



Quote of the week-
"I don't think quantity time is as special as quality time with your family." -Reba McEntire






A great break-
We hope this upcoming break is filled with great family time!  We always encourage students to unplug their technology over the break.  We hope that the time is relaxing, rejuvenating, and memorable!


Enjoy your family and friends,
Mr. Mandarino


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