Students in Mrs. Philp's class created neurons out of pipe cleaners and learned more about how neurons communicate with one another. Students also discovered that the more they challenge themselves, the more dendrites their neurons will grow! … [Read more...] about Growth Mindset
Read Across America: Spirit Week
Fire Alarm
Dear Parents/Guardians:
At approximately 11:50 am on Tuesday, February 19th the fire alarm went off and everyone evacuated the building. The Rutherford police and fire department responded and inspected the building. Everyone reentered at approximately 12:00 pm. Lunch periods were extended to account for the time spent outside.
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Date Change 6th Grade UMS Parent Orientation
Due to the forecast calling for inclement weather tomorrow, we will move the Union Middle School Orientation to Wednesday, February 13th. The Union Middle School Orientation will begin at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium. Parent(s)/Guardian(s) may enter through the double doors by the front entrance near the columns or the backdoors by the playground. … [Read more...] about Date Change 6th Grade UMS Parent Orientation
Math Mosaics
The students from Ms. Scrimenti and Mrs. Bongiovanni’s 6th grade classes worked on a Percent Mosaic Projects in math. Students created Mosaic pictures utilizing their knowledge of fractions, decimals and percents. The winning creations in each homeroom are pictured. … [Read more...] about Math Mosaics