Golden Bear News: April 19, 2024
4/22/24-4/26/24
Message from the Principal
April 19, 2024
Dear UAHS students and families,
Hope you all had a wonderful week!
On Friday we hosted our annual Hackathon. In partnership with Nationwide Insurance, this annual event brings students from around central Ohio together at UAHS to compete in the field of computer science. Thank you to our very own, Dr. Diane Kahle for organizing the event and her advocacy for computer science education. Additionally, I want to recognize all the students who spent the day learning and competing in an authentic way. It was an amazing experience.
Next week we will have two-hour delays each day. Students taking State Assessments must update the software on their iPads. If there is not enough storage to update, follow these instructions.
Monday
Algebra I and Geometry State Assessments
Period 1 begins at 10:15 a.m.
Tuesday
Algebra I and Geometry State Assessments
Period 1 begins at 10:15 a.m.
Wednesday
Capstone Presentations
Period 1 begins at 10:05 a.m.
Thursday
American History and American Government State Assessments
Period 1 begins at 10:15 a.m.
Friday
Biology State Assessment
Period 1 begins at 10:15 a.m.
Make it a great weekend!
Sincerely,
Andrew C. Theado
Principal
Our Mission: Challenge and support every student, every step of the way.
Upcoming Events
Apr 22-23 ~ Altered Schedule for End of Course Testing - Math
Please note: All class periods are not in order.
--Testing ~ 8:05 - 10:05
Period 1 ~ 10:15 - 10:46
Period 2 ~ 10:51 - 11:21
Period 4 ~ 11:26 - 12:03
Period 5 ~ 12:08 - 12:45
Period 3 ~ 12:50 - 1:20
Period 6 ~ 1:25 - 1:55
Period 7 ~ 2:00 - 2:30
Period 8 ~ 2:35 - 3:05Apr 22 ~ Community Naloxone (Narcan) Training, 6:30pm-7:30pm at the UA Public Library - Friends Theatre
Apr 24 ~ Altered Schedule for Capstone Presentations (2 hr delay)
Period 1 ~ 10:05-10:36
Period 2 ~ 10:41-11:11
Period 3 ~ 11:16-11:46
Period 4 ~ 11:51-12:33
Period 5 ~ 12:38-1:20
Period 6 ~ 1:25-1:55
Period 7 ~ 2:00-2:30
Period 8 ~ 2:35-3:05Apr 24 ~ Spring Orchestra Concert, 7:00pm-9:00pm in the Performing Arts Center
Apr 25 - May 17 ~ IB Exams, AP/IB Exam Schedule
Apr 25-26 ~ Altered Schedule for End of Course Testing for Social Studies (on the 25th) and Science (on the 26th)
Please note: All class periods are not in order.
--Testing ~ 8:05 - 10:05
Period 1 ~ 10:15 - 10:46
Period 2 ~ 10:51 - 11:21
Period 4 ~ 11:26 - 12:03
Period 5 ~ 12:08 - 12:45
Period 3 ~ 12:50 - 1:20
Period 6 ~ 1:25 - 1:55
Period 7 ~ 2:00 - 2:30
Period 8 ~ 2:35 - 3:05Apr 27 ~ Junior/Senior Prom, 7:00pm-11:00pm at COSI
May 1 ~ Make up EOC Testing, 8:05am Learning Center (3307)
Note: Appropriate students will be contacted.May 1 ~ Spring Band Concert, 7:30pm-10:00pm in the Performing Arts Center
May 2 ~ Senior Honors Assembly, 6:00pm-7:30pm in the Performing Arts Center
May 3 ~ Job/Career Fair, during lunch periods on Golden Bear Boulevard
May 3 ~ Spring Play, 3:30pm-5:30pm and 7:30pm-9:30pm in the Black Box Theatre
May 4 ~ Spring Play, 7:30pm-9:30pm in the Black Box Theatre
General Information
Junior/Senior Prom Info
Parents of JUNIORS/SENIORS: This year's Prom, "MasqUerAde" will take place at COSI from 7:00pm to 11:00pm on Saturday, April 27. Tickets are now available and can be purchased at https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/33125 or at the link posted on student Canvas/class Instagram pages. Tickets purchased on or before April 20 are $45.00 each; after April 20 the ticket price will increase to $55.00 each. Remember: Only dessert and beverages will be served at prom, so be sure to make dinner reservations before the dance. All students must enter the dance by 9:30pm, and students who leave will not be allowed to re-enter.
You Belong UA Family Book Read
You’re invited to join the inaugural You Belong UA Family Book Read! This collaboration between UA Schools and PTOs is meant to build community through shared experiences. Our first book is Just Roll With It, a middle-grade graphic novel that focuses on the themes of wellness and belonging.
Join us Saturday, May 11 from noon until 2 p.m. at Thompson Park for a great family event featuring a discussion with the illustrator and author of Just Roll With It, Veronica Agarwal and Lee Durfey-Lavoie.
For more information on the You Belong UA Family Book Read, please visit youbelongua.org. If you have any questions or need support in order to participate, please email wellbeing@uaschools.org.
Family Connection Webinar Series
Family Connection Webinars 2023-2024
- April 10 - Summer 2024 (slide deck)
- March 13 - Senior (Class of 2024) End-of-Year Information
- February 21 - Program of Studies Review
- January 31 - Academic Scheduling Overview
- December 13 - Updates from Parent Coffees and Student Lunches
- October 18 - Multi Tiered System of Support (MTSS)
- September 13 - Understanding the State Report Card
AP/IB Testing
The 2024 AP/IB testing session begins this week! First up is IB Sports, Exercise, and Health Science (Papers 1 & 3) on Thursday at 12:45pm in the Field House. On Friday, we have Paper 2 for IB Sports, Exercise, and Health Science at 8:45am in the Field House. At 12:45pm, we have IB Business Mgmt SL Paper 1 and IB Business Mgmt HL Papers 1 & 3 - also in the Field House. Good luck to all of our IB testers!
Special Education Family Survey
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW) would like to invite parents/caregivers to participate in a short, 25 question survey about your involvement in your student’s education. Research suggests that parental involvement is a key predictor of positive educational outcomes. You may be eligible to participate if your child has an IEP and receives special education services. The purpose of collecting this information is to improve services for students with disabilities across Ohio. If you are eligible to participate and you enroll in the study, you will be entered in a drawing for a $50 gift card. Your chance of winning a gift card is approximately 2.0%. The survey is open now until May 7, 2024. Please click on this link or use the QR (Quick Response) code to find out more about the survey and if you are eligible.
Sincerely,
David Julian, Ph.D.
Special Education Family Survey Director
(Collecting surveys on behalf of the Ohio Department of Education)
New date! Summer Academy registration
Due to a conflict with the Fostering a Conversation event, registration for Summer Academy will open at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 3 on our website. Upper Arlington Schools is proud to offer exceptional summer academic and well-being programming for our students free of charge for 2024 thanks to federal funding.
Technology
Student iPad Distribution Information
Each student will return their old iPad and receive a new 10th-generation iPad as the 2024-25 school year begins. These new devices include a keyboard case plus increased storage, processor speed, and a USB-C charging cable and power adapter.
Elementary Students:
Elementary Student devices will be automatically configured and ready for use when they are delivered to classrooms prior to the first day of school.
Middle and High School Students:
All Middle and High School students will need to pick up their device over the summer during the weeks of July 29th and August 5th. For students that are not able to pick up their devices during these 2 weeks, we will have iPads available for pickup at the tech offices in each building at the start of school.
There will be more details coming out in future newsletters.
Class of 2024
Senior Exit Survey
It’s time to complete the Senior Exit Survey! Please take your time and read through each question carefully.
- ALL SENIORS must complete this survey regardless of your post high school plans.
- If you are attending college in the fall, this will tell us where you’d like your final transcript sent.
- Complete the online survey in Naviance. Click on the “ blue circle with your initials” (top right hand corner) and then “Surveys from Your School.”
Please complete and submit this survey by Sunday, May 5.
Celebrate a Senior 2024
Please join the Upper Arlington Alumni Association as we celebrate the Class of 2024 and consider donating $10 to help provide a t-shirt to all seniors!
Senior Graduation Yard Banners
Class of 2024, you can now start ordering Senior graduation yard banners. Orders are online only and will be taken now through May 8th. Banners will be available for pick up at the high school on Friday, May 10th from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Use the link http://gradbanners.com/ and then select Upper Arlington from the list of schools. By ordering through the school, the Class of 2024 will receive proceeds to put towards their reunion fund.
Graduating or Preparing to Leave Upper Arlington Schools Soon?
Now is the time to consider the use of your uaschools.org email address if you are graduating or leaving UA at the end of this school year. UASchools Google accounts stop working 30 days after your graduation/departure. Please update important accounts/subscriptions now to a personal email address.
Senior Destinations
The yearbook staff is starting to compile their list of senior destinations for Instragram. Please see the Class of 2024 Canvas page for the form or follow uahsnorwesteryearbook for the link in bio. This is an exciting time for seniors, so please tell us your after high school plans.
Senior Info
As your student begins the final semester of high school, we want to provide you with important information necessary prior to graduation on Sunday, May 26 at 9:30 a.m. at the Jerome Schottenstein Center, on the campus of The Ohio State University.
Please review the following link for graduation requirements, important reminders, and senior events: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D_ZD_Eknu55giYyGymjMBZFmZeRngZ1y0PZF0IkMX14/edit?usp=sharing
Nutritional Services
Attendance Procedures
Student Attendance
Attendance is a critical component to learning. Students need to show up in order to take full advantage of the education programs we offer. When a student has an unexcused absence from class, both student and parents/guardians will be notified the next day and a consequence (detention) will be assigned for each unexcused absence. Be sure to check your attendance each day to ensure it is accurate.
Reporting an Absence
Pre-Planned Absence Forms
e-hallpass
Medical Notes
Please submit your medical notes to uahsattendance@uaschools.org. In order for attendance hours to not accumulate towards habitual absence triggers, medical documentation is needed.
Morning Announcements
Announcements for the current week are available on the high school website.
Helpful Links
Absence Notification Form
All Call Email
Bell Schedules
Calendars
Community Service Info
HR Imaging
The website for school portraits, club photos, senior class photo
LightSpeed Parent Portal Support Page
Program of Studies
Speak Up Safety Hotline
Season Passes
The Stand Project
Tech Support
How to Get Help at the high school and familytechhelp@uaschools.org for families with tech support questions or situations
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