Wolfpack News

There is so much happening at Union Springs High School right now. This newsletter contains some of our many highlights and some significant events moving forward.

The connection between the school and the Union Springs Community is crucial to our success. Just today, we received word of a generous donation from our caring community to help support one of our seniors. In addition, we continue to support the communities effort to help families during the holidays through a food drive and gift donations. Finally, as you will read in this newsletter, a local businessman donated his time to help teach our students. Thank you to our wonderful community, which continues to help our students excel.

While writing this, I was visited by one of our 10th graders who had just completed their audition for our high school musical. It reminded me of the power of taking risks and being a part of something. She reminded me of how close she is to the friends she made in doing the play last year. I encourage you to support the students when the show comes out in March.

Next week I will meet with my principal's forum group to get input on how we can support the needs of our student body. Also, I am still looking for a few more parents for the parent group. I would love to meet with this group before the holiday break. More information can be found in this newsletter.

Have a wonderful Holiday!

ENJOY THE WOLFPACK NEWS!

Mr. Dentel

It was standing room only on November 14th in the High School Library when senior Kailey Kalet signed her National Letter of Intent to play Division 1 basketball at Loyola University Maryland. Kailey is believed to be the first Union Springs basketball player to go Division 1. In the audience were friends, family, teammates, and coaches. We are all proud of Kailey as a student athlete.

The Friday before Thanksgiving our Dramatic Literature Class hosted a Talent Show. The crowd in attendance was entertained by many Improv games and musical acts. Money raised will support the group as they continue to learn about the theater throughout the year.

Caroline is a top performer on our Girls Bowling team, who looks to defend their sectional title this year. This past week Caroline was named the ESPN Ithaca Player of the week. Congratulations Caroline!!!

Listed below are the Theme Nights for basketball games this year. We are hopeful that fans participate and show their support for the team. School dress code still applies to these events.

Our Food and Nutrition Class worked with Chef Mike Boise and Class of 2022 graduate Luke Winters from Salt of the Earth on making empanadas. The class will take that knowledge and create a meal for themselves and students from our English Language Learning program. I am proud of our students for building connections and so thankful for the support of this local business.

Thanks to the work of our World Language Teachers and our English Language Learning Teachers, Union Springs is recognized as a School who intends to offer the NYS Seal of biliteracy for the 2022-2023 school year. You may see the following badge on future communications and on our website acknowledging the hard work of the students working toward this distinction.

On Tuesday December 6th, Chili's in Auburn is hosting a fundraiser for the After Prom Party. If you dine at Chili's and mention the Union Springs After Prom a percentage of the profit will go to support the After Prom Party. Good food and a good cause!

In December, I would like to invite parents the to attend a principal's forum. I have a student group, but I would love to have an opportunity to meet with families to discuss how to make our school the best it can be. If you are interested, go to the link below. I will then email out the details. Thank you.

Link to Parent forum

We will try to give the important information that senior parents need to know.

We have some information regarding our senior trip. It will take place June 2nd and 3rd at Cedar Point in Sandusky, OH. This was the location voted on by the class of 2023.

• The first installment for the senior trip to Cedar Point is $50 and is due December 9,2022 CHANGE OF DATE!!!!

• Checks are preferable and should be made out to USCSD. In the memo line put class 2023 trip.

• All payments need to be given to Mr. Palmiotto.

• This is a nonrefundable payment.

• This payment is to secure your place and is also used to finalize numbers for making hotel and ticket reservations.

There is a slight change in the concert calendar for the Holiday Concerts. The High School Band and High School Chorus concerts will be on Thursday, December 15th at 7:00.

The Middle School Band and Chorus concert will be on Monday, December 19th at 7:00.

More information about the vote can be found here.

Over the next few issues we will introduce you to some of our new staff.

What is it you will be doing at Union Springs?

ESL Teacher Assistant

Why did you choose Union Springs?

Union Springs is a good public school that offers small class sizes and opportunities.

What are you excited about for this coming school year?

Working with the Emergent Bilingual ELL students

What other things would you like our High School families to know about you?

I would like the families to know that I am a hard working individual who strives to bring a sense of community and belonging in our school.

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Dec 2 - End of Marking Period 2

Dec 6 Chili's in Auburn (After Prom Fundraiser)

Dec 13 - After Prom Meeting 7PM

Dec 15 - High School Band and Chorus Concert

Dec 19 - Middle School Band and Chorus Concert

Dec 24 - 1/2/23 No School

Email: jdentel@unionspringscsd.org
Website: unionspringscsd.org
Location: 239 Cayuga Street, Union Springs, NY, USA
Phone: (315) 889-4110
Twitter: @UnionSpringsHS