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Union Academy Newsletter Friday, Mar. 8—Friday, Mar. 15 Page 1 www.unionacademy.org Newsleer Created By: Madison Slater Friday, Mar. 8th—Friday, Mar. 15th Fri. 03/08 [UC] HS Student Council Social [UC] MS Scavenger Hunt (3:00—4:00pm) [UC] (4) — James K. Polk [UC] (6) — Red Badge of Courage [UC] (8) — Red Badge of Courage End of 3rd Grading Period Sat. 03/09 [UC] SAT Mon. 03/11 Teacher Workday Wed. 03/13 [LC] (4) — (Hinson) C.S. to Animal Shelter [UC] Band Concert Fesval (Wingate Univ.) Thu. 03/14 [LC] (4) — (Hinson) C.S. to Animal Shelter [LC] (1) — C.S. [UC] (6) — Growing Up Talk [UC] Chandler’s AP Eng & Taylor’s HS Band to Wicked Fri. 03/15 [UC] (5) — Growing Up Talk [UC] 9th & 10th Career/Industry Day Dress Down to Build Up—Bring $1 Kate’s Skate Family Night (3:30—8:00pm) ACTIVITIES Mon. 03/11 [V] Baseball—(A) vs. Northside (4:00pm) [V] Golf—(A) at Rolling Hills (3:30pm) [V] Soccer—(A) vs. Forest Hills (6:30pm) Tue. 03/12 [MS] Soſtball—(H) vs. Marvin Ridge (5:00pm) [V] Baseball—(H) vs. North Stanly (4:30pm) [V] Soſtball—(H) vs. North Stanly (4:00pm) Wed. 03/13 [MS] Soccer—(A) vs. Holy Trinity (4:30pm) [MS] Track—(A) vs. Country Day (4:00pm) [V] Soccer—(H) vs. N. Stanly (6:00pm) Thu. 03/14 [MS] Soſtball—(H) vs. Cuthbertson (4:30pm) [V] Soccer—(H) vs. Parkwood (6:00pm) [V] Soſtball—(A) vs. West Stanly (4:30pm) [V] Tennis—(A) vs. Sun Valley (4:00pm) [V] Track—(A) vs. North Stanly (4:00pm) Fri. 03/15 [MS] Baseball—(A) vs. West Stanly (6:00pm) [MS] Soccer—(H) vs. Queens Grant (4:30pm) [V] Baseball—(A) vs. West Stanly (6:00pm) ATHLETICS IN THIS EDITION: Pg. 2 ................ Important News Pg. 3 ..............................LC News UC News Upcoming Tests Pg. 4 .......................... Club News Pg. 5 ............ Club News (cont.) Community Service Pg. 6 ................. Looking Ahead Pg. 7 .................. In the Spotlight Pg. 8 ........................ Gift Baskets Pg. 9 ....................... LC Book Fair Pg. 10 .................. MS Book Club Pg. 11 ... Foundation Fundraiser Pg. 12 ......Community Carnival Pg. 13 .............................. 5K Flyer Pg. 14 .................5K Registration Pg. 15 ................ 5K Sponsorship Pg. 16 ..............Camp Invention Pg. 17 ............. T-Shirt Challenge Pg. 18 ............Doodle 4 Google Pg. 19 ....................... Support UA Basket Donaons extended to March 15th! Check Pg. 8 for more info The Union Academy Board is now accepng nominaons! Please contact Bill Heisner ([email protected]) by April 30th with your nominaon.

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[UC] HS Student Council Social [UC] MS Scavenger Hunt (3:00—4:00pm) [UC] (4) — James K. Polk [UC] (6) — Red Badge of Courage [UC] (8) — Red Badge of Courage

● End of 3rd Grading Period

Sat. 03/09 [UC] SAT

Mon. 03/11 ● Teacher Workday

Wed. 03/13 [LC] (4) — (Hinson) C.S. to Animal Shelter [UC] Band Concert Festival (Wingate Univ.)

Thu. 03/14

[LC] (4) — (Hinson) C.S. to Animal Shelter [LC] (1) — C.S. [UC] (6) — Growing Up Talk [UC] Chandler’s AP Eng & Taylor’s HS Band to Wicked

Fri. 03/15

[UC] (5) — Growing Up Talk [UC] 9th & 10th Career/Industry Day

● Dress Down to Build Up—Bring $1 ● Kate’s Skate Family Night (3:30—8:00pm)

ACTIVITIES

Mon. 03/11 [V] Baseball—(A) vs. Northside (4:00pm) [V] Golf—(A) at Rolling Hills (3:30pm) [V] Soccer—(A) vs. Forest Hills (6:30pm)

Tue. 03/12 [MS] Softball—(H) vs. Marvin Ridge (5:00pm) [V] Baseball—(H) vs. North Stanly (4:30pm) [V] Softball—(H) vs. North Stanly (4:00pm)

Wed. 03/13 [MS] Soccer—(A) vs. Holy Trinity (4:30pm) [MS] Track—(A) vs. Country Day (4:00pm) [V] Soccer—(H) vs. N. Stanly (6:00pm)

Thu. 03/14

[MS] Softball—(H) vs. Cuthbertson (4:30pm) [V] Soccer—(H) vs. Parkwood (6:00pm) [V] Softball—(A) vs. West Stanly (4:30pm) [V] Tennis—(A) vs. Sun Valley (4:00pm) [V] Track—(A) vs. North Stanly (4:00pm)

Fri. 03/15 [MS] Baseball—(A) vs. West Stanly (6:00pm) [MS] Soccer—(H) vs. Queens Grant (4:30pm) [V] Baseball—(A) vs. West Stanly (6:00pm)

ATHLETICS

IN THIS EDITION:

Pg. 2 ................ Important News

Pg. 3 .............................. LC News

UC News

Upcoming Tests

Pg. 4 .......................... Club News

Pg. 5 ............ Club News (cont.)

Community Service

Pg. 6 ................. Looking Ahead

Pg. 7 .................. In the Spotlight

Pg. 8 ........................ Gift Baskets

Pg. 9 ....................... LC Book Fair

Pg. 10 .................. MS Book Club

Pg. 11 ... Foundation Fundraiser

Pg. 12 ...... Community Carnival

Pg. 13 .............................. 5K Flyer

Pg. 14 ................. 5K Registration

Pg. 15 ................ 5K Sponsorship

Pg. 16 .............. Camp Invention

Pg. 17 ............. T-Shirt Challenge

Pg. 18 ............Doodle 4 Google

Pg. 19 ....................... Support UA

Basket Donations extended to March 15th!

Check Pg. 8 for more info

The Union Academy Board is now accepting nominations!

Please contact Bill Heisner ([email protected])

by April 30th with your nomination.

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Important News

Lost and Found

Lost and Found will be cleaned out by March 28th. Please remind your child to check for any lost

possessions before this time!

Get ‘Em While They’re Hot!

The Red Rocket Closet is phasing out the junior and adult-sized uniforms. Take advantage of this opportunity to use your store credit for those sizes before they’re all gone! The closet is conveniently open at the LC during

morning car line on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and during afternoon car line on Tuesday and Thursday.

Donations Needed for Prom

We are looking for: A Free-standing decorative archway A quote for potentially building a folding,

five-panel presentation board

If you can help, please contact Brenda Grigston at [email protected]

UA Students Adopt a Soldier

The students of UA have adopted a soldier, and are collecting items and letters to send. We will be

collecting items like protein shakes and bars, beef jerky, cup noodles, blankets, ice cube trays, Styrofoam cups, coffee, creamer, movies, and car magazines. The items can be brought to Mrs. Koonce in room 205 at

the UC. Sgt. Juan Jiminez

40th MAC FOB Ghazni

APO AE 09364

UA Relay for Life Team

Relay for Life is having an event on Friday, May 3rd. The UA team has a lot to do to get ready for this event! If

there is anyone who would like to Co-Captain or help out in other ways, please contact Melissa Linker.

Kate’s Skate Family Night

Friday, March 15th 3:30—8:00pm

Catered Lunch

The April menu is now open. It will close on Sunday, March 24th. All outstanding balances must be paid in full prior to ordering. No late orders will be accepted!

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Lower School News

Upper School News

Help Nominate for Perseverance

Click Here to nominate a Middle School student or staff member for exemplifying Perseverance.

MS Parent’s Book Study

Please check Pg. 10 for more information!

Prom tickets are now on sale! Details to follow!

Book Fair

Check Pg. 9 for information about the upcoming Book Fair at the Lower Campus!

Donations Needed

Stars & Champs is in need of candy donations for student rewards! Please contact Krista Griffin.

Student Conferences

Middle School student-led conferences will be held on Wednesday, March 20th. All students are required to

participate. Phone Conferences will no longer be available. You should receive an email or letter from your child’s assigned conferencing teacher by Friday, Feb. 22nd with information on scheduling a time for the conference. If you have not received an email or

letter by this time, please email Kelly Brun, the Middle School Counselor. If you can’t meet on March 20th,

additional times are available by request.

Attention: If you plan to take the SAT at the UA location, register early

for your seat! We have a limited number! Be sure to read the

registration changes and photo requirements from each test.

You MUST have ID to take either test!

Test Date Reg. Deadline Additional Info

Mar. 9 Feb. 8 SAT Only

May 4 Apr. 5

Jun. 1 May 2 Not given at UA

SAT Fee: $50 / Subject Test Fees: $23 per test Register at www.collegeboard.org

Test Date Reg. Deadline

Apr. 12 Mar. 8

Jun. 8 May 3

Jun. 1 May 2

SAT Fee: $50.50 www.actstudent.org

Math and Science Competition

On Monday, March 4, 2013, 31 students attended and competed at the UNCC Math and Science Super

Competition. They participated in a day of academic competitions for high school students. Our Algebra 2

team and our Comprehensive Math team both won 1st place for the "public schools outside of Mecklenburg

county." All of the students did exceptionally well and we are so proud of all of them.

MS Scavenger Hunt

There will be a Middle School Scavenger Hunt Social on March 8th from 3:00—4:30pm. Students will enjoy a

snack and then go on a hunt for clues around the school. Join us for this new and unique social with your friends!

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CURRENT CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS MIDDLE SCHOOL CLUBS: Battle of the Books Competition Team (6th – 8th): Meets Thursday 3:00—4:30 until competition in March with Mrs.

McLaughlin Book Fair Crew (7th – 8th): Meets Friday during lunch with Mrs. McLaughlin Chess (5th – 8th): Meets Monday 3:30—4:15 with Mrs. Dowd in Mr. McCauley’s room MS Junior Civitan (6th – 8th): Meets Thursday’s at 7:30 am as called (listen to announcements) in Mrs. Newton’s Room with

Mrs. Cosentino and Mrs. Gilliard. At our next club meeting we’ll be planning a spring service project in addition to our fundraiser booth at the Spring Carnival. Any questions, comments or suggestions, email Amy Gilliard or Samantha Cosentino, Co-Advisors

Kapla Club (5th – 8th): Meets Thursdays 3:00—4:00 PM in Mr. Ashlock’s room with Mrs. Hess Museum and Display Club (5th – 6th, 7th and 8th on request): Meets Monday during lunch with Ms. Blair Running Club (5th – 6th): Meets Tuesday and Thursday after school 3:15 to 4:15 with Rachel Siler, Sarah Dyer, and Mrs.

Fresina Teens for Christ (5th – 8th): Meets Thursday at 7:30 AM with Mr. David Beale in Mr. McAuley’s Room HIGH SCHOOL CLUBS: Anime/Manga Club (9th – 12th): As called (listen to announcements) with Grace Pressley and Mrs. McLaughlin Bible Club: Meets Tuesday’s after School from 3:00—4:00 with Mr. McVicker in Mr. Pertz’s room Chess (9th): Meets on Mondays 3:30 to 4:15 in Mr. McAuley’s room Current Issues (9th – 12th): Meets as called (listen to announcements) with Mr. Frattini DECA – A Business Club for Marketing Students: Meets Fridays during lunch with Mr. Henderson

Next Event – State DECA Competition in Greensboro to observe competition Dungeons & Dragons (11th – 12th): Meets on Wed. 3:10—4:30 with Mr. DeChant in Mrs. Kirk’s room The Crochet Club (9th – 12th): Meets Friday during lunch with Mrs. Thomas Friends of Rachel (9th – 12th): Meets Thursday during lunch with Mrs. Grigston Hebrew Club: Meets on Monday during lunch with Mr. Nunez HS Junior Civitan (9th – 12th): Meets every other Wednesday at 7:30 am with Mrs. Rebekah Smith National Art Society (10th – 12th): Meets Fridays during lunch with Mrs. Aldridge The Rally (9th – 12th): Meets Tuesdays during lunch with Mrs. Quinn Rotary Interact Club (9th and 12th): Meets Monday during lunch with Mrs. Glenn and Mrs. Kroeger Spanish Club (9th – 12th): Meets as called (listen to announcements) with Mrs. Bradley TRI-M Honor Society (Honor Band Students): Meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month with Mr. Taylor

March 9, 2013 All-State Honors Band Auditions (for exceptional All-District students) March 14, 2013 WICKED – The Musical (HS students) March 15, 2013 Band Concert Festival @ Wingate University (7-8 Band) March 18, 2013 Band Booster Meeting 6:30PM March 19, 2013 Modern Music Masters Honor Society Meeting 3-5 (Select HS students) April 15, 2013 Band Booster Meeting 6:30PM April 16, 2013 Modern Music Masters Honor Society Meeting 3-5 (Select HS students) April 19, 2013 Carowinds Music Festival band members (7-8 Band) April 20, 2013 Community Carnival May 5, 2013 All-State Honors Band Clinic @ UNCG (for students that pass auditions)) May 6, 2013 After School Rehearsal for ALL UA Band Members 3-5PM (6-HS) May 7, 2013 BAND CONCERT. Call-Time-6:00PM; Performance-7:00 (6-HS) May 11, 2013 Solo and Ensemble MPA @ Hough HS May 18, 2013 Music Awards Banquet 6:00PM (6-HS) May 20, 2013 Band Booster Meeting 6:30PM May 21, 2013 Modern Music Masters Honor Society Meeting 3-5 (Select HS students) June 15, 2013 (TBD) Graduation (Select 7-HS students)

Club News

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There next Parent Council meeting will be Tuesday, April 9th at the Upper Campus. The next UA Board Meeting will be Thursday, April 11th.

————————————————————————————————–————————— Parents:

If you are in need of UA Volunteer hours, join a service team on the Parent Council, or contact Dana Kerr to establish where your talents may be used. There are plenty of tasks to be completed during and after school. We will work with your schedule!

Volunteers needed to assist with the UA Oyster Roast. Contact Marianne Wescoat if you are interested in helping. Assistance is needed in clean-up before and after the event.

Any parent who would like to chaperone an Upper Campus community service trip in March, please contact Dana Kerr.

Help is needed for both campuses with cleaning, raking, spring clean-up, etc., as well as snow/ice removal. Please contact Scott Grier or Martha Blake.

Cardinal Athletic Club (CAC) has opportunities for various duties such as scorekeeping, concessions, etc. Please contact Janel Bitgood

Help with the Community Carnival on April 20th! Contact Brenda Grigston, Jennifer Mattison, or Jamie Hunter.

High School Students: Lots of opportunities to gain service hours preparing and working at the Community Carnival on April 20th! Contact

your club advisor(s) or Brenda Grigston for more available volunteer positions. Susan Houchins, LC receptionist, is collecting donations of umbrellas and rain ponchos for the homeless. If you

have an extra item to share, please send it to school for delivery to Mrs. Houchins. Upcoming service leadership applications to expect: The application deadline for Ronald McDonald House Teen

Volunteer Board is Wednesday, May 15th. Stop by Mrs. Kerr’s office for details. Stop by Mrs. Kerr’s office for more information on these and many other volunteer projects!

Community Service

OTHER ORGANIZATIONS:

HS Student Council: Meets Wednesday’s during lunch with Mrs. Grigston Upcoming Events – March 16th, NCASC State Convention

MS Student Council: Meets Wednesday’s during lunch with Mrs. Grigston Upcoming Events – March 16th, NCASC State Convention

HS Advisory Board for Character Education: Meets with Mrs. Yoran as called (listen to announcements)

9th grade class officers: Meets as called (listen to announcements) with Mrs. Kerr

10th grade class officers: Meets as called (listen to announcements) with Mrs. Grigston

11th grade class officers and Prom Committee: Meets every Friday during lunch with Mrs. Grigston

12th grade class officers: Meets every Tuesday during lunch with Mrs. Grigston

National Honor Society: Meets Friday’s during HS lunch (approximately once a month—listen to announcements) with Mrs. Hagler and Mrs. Tracy

National Junior Honor Society: Meets Friday’s mornings (approximately once a month—listen to announcements) with Mrs. Quinn and Miss Foreman

National Senior Beta Club: Meets Friday’s during HS lunch (approximately once a month—listen to announcements for details with Mrs. Hagler and Mrs. Tracy

National Junior Beta Club: Meets during middle school lunch (approximately twice a month—listen to announcements) with Mrs. Fresina

Club News (Cont.)

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Dress Down to Build Up

March 15

April 12

April 26

May 10

May 24

Spring Break

March 29—April 7

8th Grade Bridging

June 6th, 2013

HS Graduation

June 8th, 2013

4th Grade Bridging

June 6th, 2013

To see a complete calendar of UA’s events, visit:

Driver’s Ed March 4—21 3:30—6:30pm

May 6—21 3:30—6:30pm

June 10—21 8am—12pm

Socials—HS Mar. 8 TBA

Apr. 13 Jr/Sr Prom @ Rolling Hills

Apr. 20 Community Carnival

Socials—MS Apr. 20 Community Carnival

May 24 Honor Roll Dance

Trips—Upper Campus Apr. 4-7 [11th]—New York City

Mar. 7 [8th]—”Red Badge of Courage”

Mar. 8 [6th]—”Red Badge of Courage”

Mar. 14 [Taylor] - “Wicked”

Mar. 14 [Chandler] - “Wicked”

Mar. 27 [7th]—Catawba Science

Trips—Lower Campus Mar. 8 [4th]—(Hargett & Ellise) to James K. Polk

Mar. 13 [4th]—(Hinson) C.S. to Animal Shelter

Mar. 14 [4th]—(Hinson) C.S. to Animal Shelter

Mar. 14 [1st}—(Anthony) C.S. to Woodridge

Mar. 22 [4th]—(Hinson & Jones) James K. Polk

Mar. 28 [2nd]—Fred Ingold Music Festival

Apr. 12 [4th]—Raleigh

Looking Ahead

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Check back every week for more staff profiles!

Jenny Aldridge is the Chair for the Fine Arts Department. She teaches Art II, III, IV, AP, Photography and Graphic Design. She has been at Union Academy for 9 years. Before UA, she was the art teacher at East Union Middle School for 10 years. She did work for a computer software company called Computing Solutions, Inc. after graduating from East Carolina University with a B.A. in Art History. She returned to Wingate University to get her education credentials.

If Jenny wasn’t in education, she would like to be in the photography field shooting on location for sporting events, family, friends, and fun! The person who had the largest impact on Jenny’s career was Diana Gagne. She believe in her and made her feel that the art department was important. She did all that she could to make sure the department was more than just an elective that students were required to take. She cared about the students who wanted to take her class and found suitable alternatives for those who did not. She was always encouraging and she gave her the confidence to be a better teacher.

Jenny has one son, Christian Aldridge (14), who is a freshman at UA. She is also engaged to Frank Bellini who has two children of his own, Frank (14) and Rose (11). Jenny will be married on June 23rd, 2013.

JENNIFER ALDRIDGE

FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT CHAIR

Favorite Color: Purple Favorite Restaurant: P.F. Chang’s Favorite Movie: Pee Wee’s Big Adventure

Favorite Movie: It’s a Wonderful Life Favorite Restaurant: Koumi Favorite Color: Green

SANDEE THOMAS

AFTER SCHOOL DIRECTOR

Sandee Thomas is the After School Director for Union Academy, and has worked here for 10 years. Before working at UA, she was the Program Director at Monroe Aquatics and Fitness Center. Sandee says if she weren’t working in education, she would love to be an event planner or buyer for a large retail store.

Sandee says Kathy Henderson has had the largest impact on her career. “She showed me that a strong woman can achieve goals despite adverse conditions.”

Sandee has been married to her husband, Larry, for 32 years. Larry is a Charlotte fireman, and they have two daughters. They love amusement parks and baseball.

In the Spotlight

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DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FRIDAY, MARCH 16TH!

Lower School Parents – Help your child win a FREE ice cream party and see them smile!

Middle & High School Parents – Your child is hungry! Help them win a FREE Bojangles

breakfast!

Staff & Parents – Send in item for any theme and help raise funds for UA! Kindergarten: Helms ................. “Writer’s Paradise” – stationary, paper, pens, journal Long ................... “My Little Princess” – dress up clothes, tea set, fairy tale books Puckett ............... “It’s Tee Time” – golf balls, tees, golf towel Swicegood ......... “Time to Get Fit” – health foods, healthy recipes, exercise equipment

1st Grade: Anthony ............. “Let’s Bake” – cake pans, cupcake wrappers, cookie mixes Gross .................. “Sew Much Fun” – sewing supplies Hudson .............. “Got Coffee?” – coffee, coffee themed items Mitchell .............. “Fun in the Sun” – things needed for beach/pool

2nd Grade: Brown ................ “Spoil Thy Pet”- pet toys, collar, leash bowls Henson............... “A Day at the Spa” – bath salts, sponges, relaxation items Pigg .................... “Family Fun Night”- bowling coupons, movie tickets, restaurant gift cards Schaefer ............. “Choc-o-holic” – chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate

3rd Grade: Echols................. “Put Some Spring in Your Garden” – gardening items Kothera .............. “Scent-sational” – lotions, candles, air fresheners Rogers ................ “It’s Game Night” – board games, card games, etc. Simpson ............. “Lights, Camera, Action!” – movie rental coupons, popcorn, candy

4th Grade: Ellise ................... “Kiss the Cook” – any kitchen related items Hargett ............... “Scrapbooking Fun” – scrapbooking supplies, albums, stickers Hinson ................ “Auto Care” – automobile cleaning supplies, oil change coupons Jones .................. “Let’s Go to the Race” – any NASCAR item or supplies for race day

5th Grade: .......... “Panther Pride” – Click Here to View SignUp Genius

6th Grade: .......... “UA Pride” – Click Here to View SignUp Genius

7th Grade: .......... “It’s a Boy!” – Click Here to View SignUp Genius

8th Grade: .......... “It’s a Girl!” – Click Here to View SignUp Genius

Freshmen: ......... “GO Wingate!” – Click Here to View SignUp Genius

Sophomores: ..... “GO Appalachian Mountaineers!” - Click Here to View SignUp Genius

Juniors: .............. “GO UNC Chapel Hill!” - Click Here to View SignUp Genius

Seniors: .............. “GO NC State!” – Click Here to View SignUp Genius

Along with themed items we will also need donations of: A container/basket

6 yards of 1 to 2 inch wired ribbon

Plastic wrap to cover the container/basket (can be found at dollar store)

Questions? Please contact Jennifer Mattison at [email protected]

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March 13th—March 25th Lower Campus Media Center

3828 Old Charlotte Hwy Monroe, NC 28110

Everyone at UA is so excited about our upcoming Book Fair! An amazing selection of books is headed our way. At the Book Fair you will find the latest and finest titles for kids, as well as books of interest to parents.

Mark your calendar for our Family Event, a time when the whole family can join in the fun. You can also contribute books to your child’s classroom library. The Book Fair is a great way to get everyone excited about

reading. Click Here for a brief video that highlights the big dreams that can be realized through family reading.

Wed. March 13 3:30—4:30pm No Shopping This Day Teacher Preview: Faculty invited to preview and make wish lists.

Thu. March 14 8:00am—2:30pm No Shopping This Day Student Preview: Students come with class to make wish lists

Fri. March 15th 8:00am—2:30pm No Shopping This Day Student Preview: Students come with class to make wish lists

Mon. March 18th 8:00am—5:00pm Open for Shopping

Tue. March 19th 8:00am—5:00pm Open for Shopping Grand Event: Shopping, contests, door prizes

Tue. March 19th (cont.) 3:45pm—5:00pm Grand Event: Shopping, contests, door prizes

Wed. March 20th 8:00am—6:00pm Open for Shopping

Thu. March 21st 8:00am—5:00pm Open for Shopping 6:00pm—8:00pm Evening Family Event: Open late for families. Refreshments/Door Prizes 8:00am—11:00pm Online Fair available

Fri. March 22nd 8:00am—5:00pm Open for Shopping Last chance to shop! 8:00am—11:00pm Online Fair available

BOOK FAIR VOLUNTEERS Love books? Volunteer to help at the Book Fair. You can decorate and set up, help kids select books, work on refreshments, give a book talk, or

help pack up. There are lots of ways to participate! Contact

[email protected]

Not able to make it to the book fair? Online ordering will be available when the

fair closes. Our school will still get credit for sales! Stay tuned for more information

about online ordering.

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How to Hug a Porcupine:

March 15 @ 2:05.

Union Academy Upper Campus

The Middle School Parent Book Club presents:

Get more information and RSVP by clicking here!

“You never listen to anything I say!”

Yesterday, your child was a sweet, well-adjusted eight-year-old.

Today, a moody, disrespectful twelve-year-old. What happened?

And more important, how do you handle it? How you respond to

these whirlwind changes will not only affect your child's behavior

now but will determine how he or she turns out later. Julie A.

Ross, executive director of Parenting Horizons, shows you exactly

what's going on with your child and provides all the tools you

need to correctly handle even the prickliest tween porcupine.

Find out how other parents survived nightmarish tween be-

havior--and still raised great kids

Break the “nagging cycle,” give your kids responsibilities, and

get results

Talk about sex, drugs, and alcohol so your kid will listen

Discover the secret that will help your child to disregard peer

pressure and make smart choices--for life

Join other middle school parents as we read and discuss books

related to parenting through the middle school years. You can join

the book club at anytime EVEN IF YOU HAVEN”T READ THE BOOK!

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Check-In & Package Pick-Up: 7:30 am

5K Race Time: 9:00 am

LOCATION:

Union Academy

Upper Campus

675 N MLK JR. Blvd

Monroe, NC

ENTRY FEES:

T-Shirts available for first 200 registered runners

Pre-Registration:

$20—Adults

$15—UA students and

children 16 & under

Race Day:

$25—Adults

$20—UA students and

children 16 & under

Timing & results provided by RMS Sports

Awards for Male & Female Overall AND

Top Male & Female in Age Groups: 8 & under 26 to 35 9 to 12 36 to 45 13 to 16 46 to 55 17 to 25 56 to 65

66+

T-Shirts donated

Sponsorships Available! Please call

(704)-289-7545 if interested

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Union Academy 5K Trail Run Entry Form

May 11th at 9:00am - UA Upper Campus

Pre-Registration Fee on Race Day

____ Adult $20 $25

____ Child (16 & under) $15 $20

____ UA Student $15 $20

Method of Payment: ____ Cash ____ Check (make payable to Union Academy)

Name: ________________________________________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________________________

City: _________________________________ State: _______________ Zip: _______________

Email (optional): ________________________________________________________________________

Age (as of race day): _____________________

Sex: ____ Male ____ Female

T-Shirt Size: ____ Youth S ____ Youth M ____ Youth L ____ S ____ M ____ L ____ XL

(T-shirts available to the first 200 registered runners. Size selection not guaranteed after April 26th.)

In consideration of this entry being accepted, I, intending to be legally bound, hereby for myself, my heirs, next of kin, executors and administrators, waive and release and all rights, claims, actions, causes of actions and demands for damages I may have against the organization holding this event (Union Academy Cardinal Club), its agents, representatives, directors, officers, successors and assigns, as well as the sponsors,

promoters, and volunteers of this event for any and all injuries suffered by me or arising from my participation in the race for which I am registering. I understand that there are numerous risks inherent in any running event, including but not limited to injuries from falls, slips,

collisions with persons or vehicles of all kinds, dog bites and insect stings, and that I am aware of such risk and specifically assume such risks and the like. I also give my permission for the free use of my name and picture in any written account, broadcast or telecast of this event for any

legitimate purpose. I certify that I am physically fit and sufficiently trained to participate in the race. Unregistered runners, running with dogs, rollerblades, strollers and bicycles are prohibited on the race course at any time to ensure runner’s safety and to comply with liability insurance

standards. I understand that if the race is canceled because of any circumstances beyond the control of the race committee and sponsors including, but not limited to, hazardous weather conditions, my entry will not be returned. I understand that my entry fee will not be refunded.

I certify I have read the foregoing and have full understanding of the contents.

Signature of Runner: ___________________________________________ Date: ___________________ Signature of Parent (if runner under 18): ______________________________ Date: ___________________

MAIL REGISTRATION TO: Union Academy

675 N M.L. King Jr. Blvd., Monroe, NC 28110 Drop Off at UA Campus: 3828 Old Charlotte Hwy or 675 N M.L. King Jr. Blvd

Online Registration available at www.rmssports.com Questions: Call Ashley Sabo at 704-238-8883 or email [email protected]

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9th Annual Union Academy 5K Run/Walk

Sponsorship Level Opportunities

Cardinal Gold Level: $750 Company name will be included in email blast promoting event Company name and logo will appear on Union Academy race website Company banner (if provided by company) will have prominent display at event Five complimentary race registrations and race t-shirts Company name will be featured on signage at event Large company name/logo printed on the back of race t-shirts Public recognition at event Cardinal Silver Level: $500 Company name and logo will appear on Union Academy race website Company banner (if provided by company) will have prominent display at event Three complimentary race registrations and race t-shirts Company name will be featured on signage at event Medium company name/logo printed on the back of the race t-shirts Public recognition at event Cardinal Bronze Level: $250 Company name printed on the back of race t-shirts Two complimentary race registrations and race t-shirts Company name featured on signage at event Public recognition at event Mileage Markers: $100 each (Individuals Only) Mileage markers will be placed along the course with personalized message One complimentary race registration and race t-shirt

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Back by popular demand!

Union Academy will offer the new

GeoQuest

program at our Lower Campus

June 17th—21st from 9:00am—3:30pm.

Open to ANY current K—5th graders

Log on to: www.campinvention.org or

Please contact Erika Holmes at 704-283-5678 or [email protected] with questions.

Limited Financial Assistance Available

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Link your MVP Card to UA!

Code: 214711

Please click picture for link.

Link your VIC Card to UA!

Code: 4148

Please click picture for link.

Link your REDcard to UA!

Code: 116683

Please click picture for link.

Shop at Office Depot and UA gets 5% from qualifying purchases

towards a merchandise card to use for supplies.

School ID: 70114864

Please click picture for link.

Scrip is a year-round fundraiser where you purchase gift cards. Union Academy purchases Scrip gift cards at

discount between 2-15%. Families buy the Scrip gift cards at face value—UA keeps the difference.

Retailers include: Wal-Mart, Food Lion, Lowe’s, Chick-Fil-A, Olive Garden, Gap, Amazon, and 100’s more.

Last year, total sales of $87,000 generated $4,376 of profit. Only 10% of UA families participated! Just imagine, if

only 200 families spend $110/month and our school earns an average of 5% on those purchases, we could make

$15,000 in one year!

How to Order Scrip Gift Cards:

1. Fill out the Scrip order form (found on the Scrip page on the UA website)

2. Attach payment to form and send with your child or drop off at either campus.

3. If cards are available immediately, they will be given to you that day or the next. If cards need to be ordered,

they will be available by the end of the week.

Support UA