UCP West Orange is participating in the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (F.A.S.T) and Benchmarks for Excellence in Student Thinking (B.E.S.T). All students VPK-6th Grade are taking their mid-year assessment starting December 2022 and continuing through January 2023. FAST K–2 assessments are Renaissance’s Star Early Literacy, Star Reading, and Star Mathematics.
The FAST VPK assessment will be aligned to the Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards. Kindergarten, 1st grade, and 2nd grade assessments will be aligned to the Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T.) Standards. The assessment for 3rd-6th grades is on the Cambium platform, a compilation of state standards for each grade level. Tests will be computer-adaptive and administered through a secure web browser; headphones are required for grades K-2.
UCP West Orange recognizes that testing can be intimidating for some students, but the school tries to provide testing in a fun, relaxing atmosphere. Here are some tips you can do at home to help put your child at ease:
1. Talk to your child about test taking. You can use this opportunity to ask your students how they feel about testing, and offer them your reassurance or perspective if they have are experiencing anxiety.
2. Offer positive reinforcement. Stay positive about the test and encourage your children to do their best and take their time.
3. Support healthy habits. Make sure your children get enough sleep and have a good breakfast.
4. Debrief after the test. After the testing day has come and gone, talk with your child about his/her results and how he/she felt about the test. By discussing his/her answers, thought processes, and feelings, you can gain further insight into what he/she is struggling with and help him/her better prepare for the next testing session. Talking about testing can also help your child process the experience and overcome any anxiety that he/she might have had.
For further information about testing, please contact Desi Savage, Assistant Principal, at Deseretta.savage@ucpcfl.org.
On the week of December 5, students had the opportunity to visit the Holiday Shop. Put together by the UCP West Orange PTO with the help of Fun Service of Florida and run by parent volunteers, the Holiday Shop allowed students to practice their math and social skills while purchasing family gifts in a safe environment curated especially for them!
Jan. 2-3: No School
Jan. 4: First Day of School/Early Release Day
Jan. 16: MLK Day - School Closed
Jan. 18: NO EARLY RELEASE/PTO General Meeting @ 6pm
Jan. 21: Cars & Coffee Car Show
Jan. 25: 100th Day of School
Feb. 1: Intent to Return Deadline
Feb. 3: Kona Ice PTO Fundraiser
Feb. 6-10: Spirit Week / PTO Book Fair
Feb. 16: Open House - New & Prospective Families
Feb. 20: Noon Release due to Hurricane Nicole
Feb. 23: Book Buds
Mar. 10: Noon Release due to Hurricane Nicole
We know family life is a juggle! Cooking healthy meals, getting active, and just taking a moment to relax can seem impossible. Hi, we’re Healthy West Orange, and we’re here to help! We’re a grassroots movement to inspire west Orange County to become the healthiest community in the nation. We provide tools and social connections to help local residents eat well, stay active, and enjoy life:
• Local events: Westly’s Virtual 5K, Westly’s Dance Challenge, Healthy Selfie 5K Your Way, & more!
• HUBB by Healthy West Orange: Looking for food assistance, mental health services, or housing programs? HUBB can help: https://healthywestorange.org/hubb/
• The Healthy West Orange Carrot App features fitness challenges, wellbeing reminders, and discounts on health and wellness products and services in West Orange!
So, is your family ready to Join the Movement? Check out HealthyWestOrange.org, follow along on socialmedia@healthywestorange, and meet the team at our next community event!
1441 Winter Garden Vineland Rd.
Winter Garden, FL 34787
Phone Contact: 407-852-3300
Direct Phone Contact: 407-904-0135
Fax: 407-442-0726
ADMINISTRATION
- Thomas Brickel, Principal | Ext. 5111 (tbrickel@ucpcfl.org)
- Desi Savage, Assistant Principal | Ext. 5112 (deseretta.savage@ucpcfl.org)
ESE DOCUMENTATION/PARENT LIASON
- Katie Folsom, ESE/FSCM Clerk | Ext. 5115 (katherine.folsom@ucpcfl.org)
BEHAVIOR
- Kristy Lopez, Behavior Specialist | Ext. 5118 (klopez@ucpcfl.org)
- Paige Mathews, Behavior Coach | Ext. 5118 (paige.mathews@ucpcfl.org)
- Jennifer Schampier-Jones, Behavior Coach | Ext. 5118 (jennifer.schampier@ucpcfl.org)
BILLING
- Sherry Garas, School Business Manager | Ext. 5113 (sgaras@ucpcfl.org)
COUNSELING/ADMISSIONS
- Samantha Lyons, Family Services Social Worker | Ext. 5114 (slyons@ucpcfl.org)
FOOD PROGRAM
- Adriana Agosto, Kitchen Manager | Ext. 5128 (aagosto@ucpcfl.org)
IEP/504 PLANS
- Jamie Beaver, Staffing Specialist | Ext. 5115 (jbeaver@ucpcfl.org)
MEDICAL
- Debbie Seuffer-Wright, School Health Assistant | Ext. 5106 (dseuffer@ucpcfl.org)
THERAPY
- Marilyn Perez, Therapy Practice Office Manager | Ext. 5116 (marilynperez@ucpcfl.org)
21st CENTURY PROGRAM
- Jennifer Schampier-Jones, Program Director | Ext. 5118 (jennifer.schampier@ucpcfl.org)
PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION
- Katie Folsom, President | (woucppto@gmail.com)
- Jennifer Hibbard, Vice President
- Catt Pudney, Secretary
- Danielle Hill, Treasurer
- Cindy Sonne, Fundraising Chair
About UCP of Central Florida
Website: ucpcfl.org
Location: 4780 Data Court, Orlando, FL, USA
Phone: 407-852-3300
Facebook: facebook.com/ucpofcentralflorida
Twitter: @ucpofcfl