The 6th-grade students had a great time at field day this morning. It was great to see them cheer each other on.
Congratulations to our 2024-2025 Athletes of the Year - Desma Walker and Keelan Kaaihue!
Desma Walker threw a personal best in shot put 30'11" at the District Meet. She placed 5th. CONGRATULATIONS
Join our team! UNPS is looking for an Elementary Teacher and Early Childhood Teacher positions. Application, benefits, and submission info available at https://www.unpsk-12.org/page/unps-employment
8th-grade poster presentations will be in the old gym tomorrow from 2:00 - 2:45. All Guests please enter through door #24.
The 8th-grade promotion ceremony will start at 2:50 pm in the auditorium. Please access the doors by the cafe to enter the auditorium.
8th Grade Promotion Eligibility Statement
Reminder for all 8th-grade students.
All 8th-grade students must have completed their schoolwork to be eligible to participate in the 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony. This includes successfully completing a portfolio containing work assigned by their teachers. Students who do not meet this requirement will not be permitted to take part in the promotion ceremony. This expectation ensures that all students are prepared for the transition to high school and are recognized for their academic efforts and achievements.
We appreciate your support in helping students stay on track and finish the year strong.
Yesterday, the Middle School Student Council went on a quick field trip as a thank you for the service for the 2024-2025 school year. It was a fun day!
Freshman Kane Sheridan is creating a block painting portrait of his late father Neal Jr.
Omaha Nation Senior Tatianah Webster made moccasins in her Native fashion and design class.
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony Thursday, May 15th, starting at 2:00 p.m.
The 8th grade poster presentation will be held on Thursday, May 15th, at 2:00 p.m. in the old gym, followed by the 8th grade promotion ceremony in the auditorium.
Omaha Nation students, join us this Saturday, May 10th, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for our Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (S.T.E.M.) Day. Come explore hands-on activities, take on fun challenges, and discover how learning in these fields can inspire your future. We hope to see you there!
UNPS middle school students were able to spend this beautiful day at Mahoney State Park learning about wildlife/nature.
Beautiful day in Ponca! fishing with Mr. K and the students!
UNPS STEM DAY Saturday, May 10th, from 10:30 - 1:00 pm
Transportation Notification:
There will be significant delays on Tuesday afternoon for after-school routes for Winnebago, Walthill, and North Country (Hwy 75 and north roads). Some delays could exceed 30 minutes or more.
Please be patient and understanding as we safely transport students after dismissal.
Middle School Dance: Out of This World Join us for a fun night with friends at our space-themed middle school dance! Date: Friday, May 2nd, 2025 Doors open at 5:00 PM and will be locked at 6:00 PM Supper will be served from 5:30 to 6:00 PM Dance runs from 6:00 to 8:00 PM Admission is free if you’re eligible. If not, it’s $5 to enter. If you’re bringing an outside guest, they must be a middle school student and you must turn in a completed permission slip to me before entering the auditorium. This is a school event, so all school policies and rules will be followed. Let’s make it a night to remember—can’t wait to see everyone there!
Bake sale fundraiser for our Building Our Leaders of Tomorrow students also known as (B.O.L.T). The BOLT program at Disney is a leadership development program for high school students, specifically Building Our Leaders of Tomorrow. It utilizes Walt Disney World as a living classroom, providing students with opportunities to experience leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving through a variety of activities and experiences. This will mark our fourth year that we have been invited to take students.
Though Autism Acceptance Month/Day only occurs once a year, in some homes, it is 24/7. We are past the point of awareness and are ready for acceptance of these individuals with autism in our schools, towns, and communities! Learn the difference between awareness and acceptance from the infographic below, and read more at: https://hr.uw.edu/cfd/2023/03/27/changing-the-conversation/
Masking is a strategy used by some autistic people, consciously or unconsciously, to appear non-autistic in order to blend in and be more accepted in society. Masking can happen in formal situations such as at school or work and in informal situations such as at home with family or socializing with friends.
Read more at:
https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/behaviour/masking#:~:text=What%20is%20masking%3F-,Masking%20is%20a%20strategy%20used%20by%20some%20autistic%20people%2C%20consciously,family%20or%20socialising%20with%20friends.
Many are not strangers to autism and its signs and symptoms. Its common symptoms are difficulty in communicating, displaying social skills, and repetitive behaviors. However, there are certain signs that we may not know and are not that obvious to recognize.
Read more at:
https://spectacokids.com/lesser-known-signs-of-autism/
