7/8th grade girls volleyball tryouts will be on Wednesday, August 19th from 3:45-5:45. Students must have physicals completed by that date. If anymore information is given, it will be shared by announcements at school when the students return.
August 13, 2026
Dear UTSC Families and Staff,
Good afternoon! We are glad to hear that power has been restored to some areas of our district, and we are hopeful that our families and community members who are still without power will see it restored very soon. If there is anything we can do to provide you support or connect you with resources, please let us know.
At this time, WHS, UTMS, and UCE all have power. Unfortunately, JSE remains without power. We continue to be hopeful that power will be restored to JSE soon and we can resume preparing our classrooms to welcome students.
Due to the continued power outage at JSE and the impact the storms have had throughout our community, all UTSC schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, August 14. We know everyone is eager to get our school year started, and we look forward to welcoming all of our Bearcats back as soon as we can safely do so. We will provide another district update on Sunday regarding the start of school.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to your child’s building principal. Building principals will also communicate directly with families regarding any scheduled activities, practices, or upcoming events that may be impacted.
In the meantime, please continue to take care of yourselves and know that we are thinking of everyone. Thank you for the many ways you have been there for each other during the past few days. The support, patience, and kindness shown throughout Bearcat Nation are truly what make our community so special.
Sincerely,
Leigh Barnes
Dear UTSC Families and Staff,
Good afternoon! We are glad to hear that power has been restored to some areas of our district, and we are hopeful that our families and community members who are still without power will see it restored very soon. If there is anything we can do to provide you support or connect you with resources, please let us know.
At this time, WHS, UTMS, and UCE all have power. Unfortunately, JSE remains without power. We continue to be hopeful that power will be restored to JSE soon and we can resume preparing our classrooms to welcome students.
Due to the continued power outage at JSE and the impact the storms have had throughout our community, all UTSC schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, August 14. We know everyone is eager to get our school year started, and we look forward to welcoming all of our Bearcats back as soon as we can safely do so. We will provide another district update on Sunday regarding the start of school.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to your child’s building principal. Building principals will also communicate directly with families regarding any scheduled activities, practices, or upcoming events that may be impacted.
In the meantime, please continue to take care of yourselves and know that we are thinking of everyone. Thank you for the many ways you have been there for each other during the past few days. The support, patience, and kindness shown throughout Bearcat Nation are truly what make our community so special.
Sincerely,
Leigh Barnes
Bearcats and Families Working Together to Stay Safe Online
UTSC is pleased to share the Indiana Department of Education’s Internet Safety Series with Bearcats and their families. This free collection includes workshop recordings and resources covering cyberbullying, social media, online gaming, artificial intelligence and deep fakes, digital privacy, oversharing, and recognizing online deception. Scan the flyer’s QR code to explore the complete collection in the Indiana Learning Lab.
UTSC is pleased to share the Indiana Department of Education’s Internet Safety Series with Bearcats and their families. This free collection includes workshop recordings and resources covering cyberbullying, social media, online gaming, artificial intelligence and deep fakes, digital privacy, oversharing, and recognizing online deception. Scan the flyer’s QR code to explore the complete collection in the Indiana Learning Lab.
UTSC Update: School buildings remain closed, and school is canceled for Thursday, August 13, due to continued power outages at all of our buildings. We will provide another update tomorrow. Thank you for your understanding and for the care and support you continue to show our school community. Please stay safe, Bearcats!
UTSC school is canceled for August 12, 2026 due to power outages and storm damage. An update will be provided tomorrow. Be Safe!
Happy Friday, Union Township! 🧡💚
There’s still plenty of time to join us tonight from 5:00–8:00 PM for our Orange & White Scrimmage!
Calling all Bearcats, big and small! 🐾 Come enjoy bouncy houses, games, food trucks, Bearcat gear, and a great evening with our Bearcat community.
Stick around to cheer on our middle school and high school football teams and meet our cheerleaders as we kick off another exciting season!
Come out, have some fun, and show your Bearcat pride! 🏈📣
Football Season is close. Orange & White Scrimmage 2026!
Good afternoon, Bearcat Families,
We wanted to let you know that our district phone system is currently experiencing a Frontier outage, and our school offices are temporarily unable to receive incoming or make outgoing phone calls. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.
If you need immediate assistance, please email your school's main office, and our staff will be happy to assist you.
We wanted to let you know that our district phone system is currently experiencing a Frontier outage, and our school offices are temporarily unable to receive incoming or make outgoing phone calls. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.
If you need immediate assistance, please email your school's main office, and our staff will be happy to assist you.
If you’re looking to get some updated Bearcat Gear the athletic department has you covered! Each item purchased benefits our athletes. Tons of brands, designs, and products. Shop closes on August 3rd.
Happy Shopping!
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/mhxLBydudX
Happy Shopping!
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/mhxLBydudX
Happy Fourth of July from Union Township School Corporation! Wishing our Bearcat families a fun, safe, and happy holiday. Enjoy the celebration and stay safe!
Speed Camp Information.
🏊♂️💦 UTSC Swim Lessons are in full swing!
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible Bearcat swim team and coaches for helping our young swimmers build confidence, learn important water safety skills, and have a blast in the pool this summer! 💚🧡
There’s still time to join the fun! We have one more session remaining with a few openings still available.
📞 Interested? Contact Swim Coach Jeremy Boyer for more information and to reserve your spot.
#BearcatNation #UTSC #EveryStudentEveryDay #LearnToSwim #BearcatLOVE 🏊♀️☀️💚🧡
Please visit this link to learn about a new platform Wheeler High School is using to explore career interests. This program also functions as a database of work-based learning opportunities in our area! The Class of 2028 used the program in the spring semester. The Classes of 2031, 2030, 2029, and 2027 will be using it this upcoming school year.
https://app.smore.com/n/tw7s1
https://app.smore.com/n/tw7s1
Wheeler High School will be hosting a college and career fair for all students grades 9 through 12 on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. Set up is at 11 am. The fair will run from 12 pm - 1 pm.
Address: Wheeler High School 587 W 300 N Valparaiso IN 46385
Do you have a cool job? Do you want to talk about it with high school students??? We are happy to host you and our students would LOVE to meet you!
Questions? Contact: Kim Dobson 219 759 2561 x 2222 kdobson@union.k12.in.us
Please fill out this RSVP Google form to let us know you (or a representative of your organization) will be able to attend.
Visit the link https://forms.gle/zFx3YCgbeWKgnzfcA
or scan the QR code to access the RSVP!
Address: Wheeler High School 587 W 300 N Valparaiso IN 46385
Do you have a cool job? Do you want to talk about it with high school students??? We are happy to host you and our students would LOVE to meet you!
Questions? Contact: Kim Dobson 219 759 2561 x 2222 kdobson@union.k12.in.us
Please fill out this RSVP Google form to let us know you (or a representative of your organization) will be able to attend.
Visit the link https://forms.gle/zFx3YCgbeWKgnzfcA
or scan the QR code to access the RSVP!
Support WHS Football Garage Sale!
Just a reminder that our UTMS Gaming Club is having a fundraiser through Five Guys today. It is at the VALPO LOCATION. Make sure to mention Gaming Club when you order!
School’s out and summer break is here! ☀️ UTSC wishes all of our students and families a safe, relaxing, and fun-filled summer. Thank you for a wonderful school year—we hope you enjoy time with family and friends, make great memories, and come back refreshed for another amazing year!
Spreading gratitude and Bearcat LOVE to celebrate another great year!💚🧡
UTMS Football Camp with WHS! Come learn from Coach Wissing and his staff. There is NO cost!
Use this link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmmQN_XI8GEVrvBrM-1MDOzmU1PrWbIglX5TA3ty6W4g1qpw/viewform
Use this link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmmQN_XI8GEVrvBrM-1MDOzmU1PrWbIglX5TA3ty6W4g1qpw/viewform
News from the latest board meeting.
