Welcome Back!
It's that time again: we're officially less than three weeks out from the first day of school!

The start of a new school year often brings more than a few questions about transportation, after school programs, school lunches, curriculum/program offerings and more.

That's why this issue of UCPS Snapshots serves as your one-stop shop for everything you need to know to help your student have a successful school year.

Below, you can learn more about new and upcoming district initiatives, ways you can get involved in our schools this year, back-to-school resources that answer some of your most frequently asked questions and more.
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Getting ready for the new school year?
Whether you're looking for athletic forms and bell schedules or information about enrollment and after-school programs, everything you need to know for the 2018-19 school year is conveniently found on the UCPS Back-to-School Resources webpage.
Video: Help set students up for success this school year
Want to volunteer in our schools, but don't have have time to leave your office during the day? The TutorMate Online Literacy Program offers a unique opportunity for employees to help UCPS first graders build their literacy skills without ever leaving their desk!

Click the link below to see how a Novant Health employee made an impact in a student's life.
UCPS announces new mental health, safety and academic initiatives
With traditional schools set to open their doors for students on Aug. 27, UCPS announces a series of new initiatives for the 2018-19 school year that are designed to provide students with equitable access to critical resources while also preparing them for college, careers and life after high school.
In Case You Missed It
An eight-day educational trip to Peru. Eight weeks spent in a lab researching a cure for illnesses. A week in Washington, D.C. getting first-hand learning experience about social justice and civil liberties.

Click on the links below to learn more about some of the amazing opportunities and experiences our students and staff participated in during their summer break.
Join UCPS...on Facebook Live!
To help get your family ready for the school year, UCPS will host a Connect and Chat: Facebook Live session at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 20.

During the Facebook Live session, district staff will answer some of your most frequently asked questions on topics such as transportation, the UCPS After School program, digital resources for UCPS families and more.

Click the link below to follow us on Facebook and to get reminders about the upcoming Facebook Live session.
Mark Your Calendar
School Tools Collection Day
4 - 7 p.m, Friday, Aug. 10
Publix Super Market at Shoppes at Hanfield Village (near Sun Valley High)

Connect and Chat: Facebook Live session
6:30 p.m., Monday, Aug. 20

Early Release: Year-Round Schools
Thursday, Aug. 23

No School: UCEC and Year-Round Schools
Friday, Aug. 24

First Day of Traditional School
Monday, Aug. 27

Labor Day Holiday: All schools and district offices closed
Monday, Sept. 4