UBMS Weekly Update
October 28, 2016
"UB Special" Award
UB Special awards are given to one student each week. Staff recognize a special student who has demonstrated outstanding qualities of leadership, courage, perseverance, ambition, friendship, and/or achievement.
This week's "UB Special" Award goes to SAM REYES!
Sam was overhead at Study Tables gently scolding a friend, saying "Don't you ready Tracy's Weekly Update?" in response to another student not being aware of the addition of new students to our program. Sam, you make us smile and warm our hearts, and why your dedication to, and leadership in, our program is recognized and appreciated.
Please join us in congratulating Sam on earning this week's "UB Special" Award - that is, if you're reading this!
Science Saturday - Nov. 5th
We have TEN students registered currently, but are able to accommodate more. You MUST register with Garry however. This is a voluntary program, attendance not required.
Location is in the MU Science Building, Room 201 from 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Permission slips are required to participate. Please turn them in ASAP.
Hmong pre- New Year Celebration - Nov 5
FREE Admission. Delicious food available for purchase.
Come join in the celebration with dancing, fashion and talent shows and much more!
This will be a wonderful cultural experience we hope our students will participate in.
Academic Check-Ins are Underway!
Idea Studio at the FDL Public Library
The FDL Public Library is a very cool place to be! There is always something happening. The library has a new Idea Studio which is full of AWESOME opportunities for you!
Here are just a few things you will find in the Idea Studio mostly completely FREE of charge. We encourage you to take advantage of these:
- 3-D printer
- 3-D scanner
- Recording and Production studio!!!!
- Serger sewing machine
- Button maker (25 cents per button - materials)
- Comb binding machine (for making books - 50 cents per binding)
- littleBits (electronic snap-together blocks that allow you to invent as you build)
- Carvey (CNS) machine (carves designs into a variety of materials)
- Silhouette cutter (cuts letters and designs out of vinyl, paper and other materials)
- Fully functional kitchen
Idea Studio Hours are:
Mondays - Thursdays 3-8 pm
Fridays 3-6 pm
2nd and 4th Saturdays 9 am - 4 pm
Visit their website to learn more about age requirements, badging (training), and special programs in November: http://fdlpl.org/ideastudio
Facebook fans, please like https://www.facebook.com/ideastudioFDLPL/?fref=ts
October Reflection Papers
Papers must be shared with ubms.marian@gmail.com AND emailed to cjdurkin11@marianuniversity.edu
Paper Requirements:
- 2-pages
- Calibri 11 font
- Double spaced
- 1-inch margins
- Have a one-line header to include: name, month and year
ALL students are required to complete an October reflection paper with the exception of the Seniors who have been working with Chris this month. Stipend deductions will be enforced for late papers.
Don't stress out over a 2-page paper on November 6th! Start now!! Writing half a page a week is a good strategy to ensure success.
We are anxious to hear how your month went! Learning anything new? Trying anything new? How are you working towards the goals you set in your September Letter to Self?
2016 Holiday Social
Study Tables Notes...
Please plan to attend the alternate day those weeks and as always, let Tracy know if you will need a ride from school. Thank you!
November Cancellation
The November 9th Admission Panel is being canceled. We will reschedule for a later date. Other than Study Tables, there will be no required events in November.
November College Visits
We are excited to visit UW Green Bay on November 4th -
http://www.uwgb.edu/
The Engineering Technology Preview Day at UW Oshkosh on November 18th -
http://www.uwosh.edu/
NEW POSSIBILITY WE ARE EXPLORING... UW LACROSSE on Monday, November 21st. Please let Tracy know if you are interested.
https://www.uwlax.edu/
*NEW* Weekly Section - Tips for Parents!
1. Set a Schedule - daily routine studying
2. Eliminate distractions - TV, cell phones and electronics
3. Break it up - smaller tasks (i.e. the monthly reflection papers!)
Find more information here:
http://www.usnews.com/education/high-schools/articles/2012/08/24/3-tips-for-parents-to-teach-healthy-study-habits-to-teens
Fondy Fire Robotics
Fondy Fire is a First Robotics Competition Team of area high school students. Most students are interested in engineering activities, but all aspects of business and leadership are involved.
Students meet on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. at MPTC in Room B103 - a conference room connected to the IMC (Integrated Manufacturing Center). The group additionally meets a couple of Saturday mornings from 9:00 - 12:00 at MPTC when there are not competition events.
Students AND parents are welcome to attend any meeting to see what Fondy Fire is all about. You can also email fondyfire@charter.net or visit fondyfire.com to get more information.
FDLWORKS.COM
Please familiarize yourself with this AWESOME website: http://www.fdlworks.com/
Fond du Lac Works displays a hotbed of opportunities to students and parents in the FDL Community. On this site you will find information on:
- Career Exploration
- Student and Parent Resources
- Student Programs like the Spark, Youth Apprenticeship Program, Project G.R.I.L.L. and Lemonade Day
- Job Listings
- Much more!
As a UBMS student, you are highly encouraged to explore these opportunities.
Youth Options
Are you aware of the Youth Options program through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction?
Youth Options allows you to take college courses at area universities while in high school. Talk to your school counselor or ask UBMS staff to connect you with Marian contacts who head the Youth Options program here.
http://dpi.wi.gov/youthoptions
Marian University UBMS web page under construction
Marian University's TRIO Program - Upward Bound Math & Science (UBMS)
Email: ubms.marian@gmail.com
Website: www.marianuniversity.edu/ubms
Location: 96 S National Ave, Fond du Lac, WI, United States
Phone: (920)923-8630
Facebook: facebook.com/MarianUnivWI.UBMS
Twitter: @MarianUBMS