Week of April 12th

Families, 

I hope that you all have been able to enjoy this spring weather. 

Virtual Academy Spring Pictures:

By appointment using the Lifetouch appointment scheduling site.

 4/28/21: 10 am - 1 pm --- Location - Gym

In person Items:

Requirements

Assigned Seating Assigned seating will reduce the number of people who may have to quarantine if someone is diagnosed with COVID-19. Assigned seating will also make it easier to conduct accurate contact tracing, minimizing disruption to the education environment.  Assign seats for students in every classroom Assign seats for elementary and middle school students on school transportation Assign seats for elementary and middle school students while eating (breakfast and lunch) Eating and Drinking No talking while face covering is removed People are not permitted to talk while their face covering is removed for eating or drinking. Social Distancing Classrooms Keep student seating 6 feet away from teacher’s desk and regularly used teaching positions CDC recommends that adults maintain 6 feet of social distance from students whenever possible.  Recess Keep elementary school classes separate during recess Assign classes different areas to use during recess. We can rotate the classes to different areas, as long as only one class is using an area at a time.

2021-2022 School Supplies Survey-  Each year we offer the opportunity for parents to purchase school supplies through School Toolbox.  The PTA is trying to see if this is something families are still interested in participating.  The PTA does make money on each kit that is purchased.  Last year, few families participated understandably (about 20), and the school made about $78.00.  The kits per student (depending on what is on the grade level supply list) averaged about $50.00-$70.00.  Kits are delivered directly to the school.  

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Underwood Bedtime Stories

Put on your pj's and join Underwood staff for a live storytime! Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30pm (except for during Spring Break).  Bedtime Stories Schedule

To join....Go to Meet.google.com

Code: ugtmbedtimestory

This Saturday -- Foundation Gala:  Celebrate and support our wonderful Underwood teachers during the Uniquely Underwood gala! The virtual event is free to attend but you can elevate your experience with a party package that includes a delicious dinner for two from Mandolin, a bottle of wine from Wine Feed, mocktails from Curious Elixirs and much more! The gala supports the Underwood Foundation, which helps funds staffing positions and elective programming for the school. Go to www.Underwood.givesmart.com to learn more and purchase your party package!

Wishing you well, 

Travis Shillings, Principal