Dear Parents and Staff,
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to inform you of a change in plans for our upcoming Field Day events due to inclement weather. Unfortunately, the weather forecast predicts conditions that are not suitable for outdoor activities, and ensuring the safety and enjoyment of our students is our top priority. Therefore, we have made the decision to reschedule Field Day for our 4th grade from Monday, May 13th and Tuesday, May 14th to Wednesday, May 15th and Thursday, May 16th. The following teams will have field day on Wednesday, May 15th from 9-11: Treadway, Chitwood, Channin, Pogue, Montano and Horn. The following teams will have field day on Thursday, May 16th from 9-11: Holloway, English, Broom, Whatley, Gravitt and Smith. We understand that this change may cause inconvenience, but we believe it is in the best interest of everyone involved. Please stay tuned for further updates and details regarding the rescheduled Field Day. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to Upson-Lee Elementary School. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
PBIS PRIZES- 100 Noble Knight Passes
The Thomaston-Upson School System will be closely monitoring the weather throughout the school day. Current reports do not predict severe weather during school dismissal times this afternoon. Please review our district protocol for student dismissals during a tornado watch or warning:
1. Students may be checked out or picked up at school during a Tornado Watch.
2. Students may NOT be checked out or picked up at school during a Tornado Warning.
3. If a Tornado Warning occurs during release time on a school day, students will be held at school until it is deemed safe by the National Weather Service or the Georgia Emergency Management Association.
This protocol is in effect to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and parents/guardians/others who may be picking up students at the end of the school day. This information is also available on the T-U School System's Severe Weather Guide webpage at: https://www.upson.k12.ga.us/page/severe-weather-guide
Upson-Lee Elementary School will be offering a STEM summer camp for current 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students. There are a limited number of openings. Please feel free to contact Mrs. Fouts for a camp application.
Dear Parents and Staff,
I am reaching out to inform you about a change in plans regarding our upcoming 3rd grade field trip due to inclement weather conditions.
After careful consideration and monitoring of the weather forecast, we have decided to reschedule the field trip originally planned for Thursday, May 9th to Thursday, May 16th. This decision was made with the safety and well-being of our students in mind, as we want to ensure that they have the best possible experience on the trip.
We understand that this change may cause inconvenience, particularly for those who have made arrangements for the previous date. Please know that we do not take this decision lightly, and we are committed to making the rescheduled field trip as smooth and enjoyable as possible for everyone involved.
Dear Parents and Staff,
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to inform you of a change in plans for our upcoming Field Day event due to inclement weather. Unfortunately, the weather forecast predicts conditions that are not suitable for outdoor activities, and ensuring the safety and enjoyment of our students is our top priority. Therefore, we have made the decision to reschedule Field Day for our 5th grade group from Thursday, May 9th to Wednesday, May 8th in the afternoon from 11:30 to 2:00. This change affects the following classes: Carlisle, Hendricks, Wall, Gaskin, Andrews and Weems. We understand that this change may cause inconvenience, but we believe it is in the best interest of everyone involved. Please stay tuned for further updates and details regarding the rescheduled Field Day. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to Upson-Lee Elementary School. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
Our staff celebrated BIG today after testing was over! Thanks to Thomaston Hospice for always bringing the best donuts around 🍩
Dear Students and Parents,
As we strive to maintain a healthy and conducive learning environment on campus, I want to take a moment to emphasize the importance of our policy regarding beverages brought onto school grounds.
We kindly remind all students and parents that water bottles should only have water in them.
As we transition into warmer weather, I want to take a moment to remind everyone of our school's dress code policy regarding the length of shorts and skirts. Shorts, skirts, dresses, and spirit wear must be of reasonable length (mid-thigh). All shirts, dresses, and blouses should have moderate sleeves.This includes any clothing worn with leggings. Leggings must be covered by shorts, skirts, shirts, or dresses that cover the student’s front and back area. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Let's take a moment to appreciate the unsung heroes of our school - the administrative professionals! 🌟 From keeping things running smoothly to lending a helping hand with a smile, they're the backbone of our school. Thank you for all that you do to support our students and staff!
Good evening,
We begin Milestone testing tomorrow, April 22nd. These assessments play a crucial role in evaluating our students' progress and guiding our educational strategies.
To ensure the best possible environment for testing, we kindly request your assistance in the following ways: Please ensure that your child arrives at school on time each testing day. Encourage your child to get plenty of rest the night before each test day. They need a nutritious breakfast to fuel their minds for success. Remind your child that these tests are just one measure of their abilities, and encourage them to do their best without feeling undue pressure.
We appreciate your partnership in helping our students succeed academically. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the upcoming testing, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Thank you for your continued support.
Important Dates for April and May
Milestones Testing
Upson-Lee Elementary is excited to be offering single roses and small dance-themed gifts as a PBIS fundraiser at the upcoming ASOD dance recitals! We will have a table set up out front of the Fine Arts Center before each recital (A, B, C, and D) and have various items ranging from $3.00 to $12.00. We will only be able to accept cash or checks (made out to Upson-Lee Elementary School). We thank you for your continued support and look forward to seeing these beautiful dancers next weekend!
In Music class this week, students are learning proper concert etiquette for different genres of music 🎶Thank you to The Atlanta Opera for a Virtual Field Trip! Students were able to watch one of the following operas: The Pirates of Penzance, Hansel and Gretel, or The Bilingual Barber of Seville. Third grade students made "Opera Glasses" during STEM class before Spring break and used them at the Opera! We're excited to see what concerts we get to visit next week!
These two students, Myralee Kirby and Ellie Blair, are the first this year to complete all 7 Recorder "belts!" Only two other students in the history of the school have reached this achievement! Congrats to these budding musicians 🎶💕🪈
🎪"Come one, come all!" Upson Lee Elementary Chorus presents A Night Under the Big Top! 🎪Featuring songs from "The Greatest Showman" and the ULHS Advanced Women's Chorus as special guests. You won't want to miss this! Join us TOMORROW NIGHT, April 4th at 6pm in the Fine Arts Center. 🆓 🆓 🆓 🐅🐘🤡🎪🦭🐒
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CONGRATULATIONS to the ULES 2024-25 Teacher of the Year, Ms. Donna Gravitt!!! Ms. Gravitt teaches 4th grade E/LA and Social Studies. Teachers of the Year are selected for this honor by their peers. School Teachers of the Year now advance to the System contest where one teacher will be named Thomaston-Upson School System's 2024-25 Teacher of the Year. L-R: Superintendent Dr. Larry Derico, Deputy Superintendent Dr. Amy Miller, ULES Teacher of the Year Ms. Donna Gravitt, and ULES Principal Mrs. Nesha Campbell. #TOTY #ULProud
Hello! The Thomaston-Upson School System is required to administer stakeholder surveys as a part of an annual comprehensive needs assessment. These surveys gather perception data regarding many facets of the school district, identify strengths and weaknesses, determine the professional learning needs of staff, and set goals for our FY25 Continuous Improvement Plans (CIPs). The surveys are administered through Cognia, an accreditation, professional learning, and assessment organization that supports districts through customized improvement services. All survey responses are completely anonymous. There are 2 surveys available - 1 for parents & guardians and 1 for community members. Thank you in advance for assisting TU Schools in this process!
Parent Survey:
https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/249297/1804/1
Community Survey:
https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/249252/1804/1