Mandarino Minutes for 10-21-22

 Dear Upton Middle School Families,

Powerful Assembly Today -

This morning our students had the opportunity to hear and learn from Daniel Ament. It was a powerful assembly and important message. I would ask your daughter/son to tell you more about it!

UMS Students of the Week -

Upton staff votes each week on students that go above and beyond in the classroom.  This week’s students of the week are: 

Oliver Strait, Micah Maier and Thomas Rennhack

*This is also found on Twitter at @SJUptonBears.

Unity Day at Upton-

Our students in advisory on Wednesday had a discussion on being a good Upton citizen, anti-bullying education, being a bystander that takes action to assist getting someone assistance, and students participated in activities.  Our students signed a banner to indicate their commitment to this.  This was a national day (as I put in last week's blog post) and the whole month is also dedicated to this.  

This Coming Week at Upton-

Bear Pride recipients this week-

Two Weeks from Today-

The first marking period ends on Friday, November 4th. Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, November 10th. More information will follow soon on conferences. 

Chess Club a Huge Success-

We had so many students participate in chess club this week!  It was a new record with 40 students matching their wits on the board!

Wednesday Late Start-

We will have a late start next Wednesday, October 26th.  School begins at 8:45 AM with breakfast available at 8:15 AM.  Buses also run one hour later.

Hot Lunch Next Week -

Monday - Cheeseburger on a bun and french fries

Tuesday - Mac and cheese, green beans, dinner roll

Wednesday - Cheese Bosco Sticks w/Marinara

Thursday - Mashed potatoes & gravy, popcorn chicken and corn

Friday - Cheese/Pepperoni French Bread Pizza & Caesar Salad

*All hot lunches are served with choice of milk, fruit, and salad bar.

Quote of the week -

Have a great Friday and weekend,

Mr. Mandarino