4-6--26 Patriot Press

Dear Fort Families,

We are absolutely thrilled to welcome our wonderful FWES students back tomorrow! I hope everyone had a restful, enjoyable spring break and spent meaningful time with family and loved ones while celebrating Easter and Passover.

We are now heading into the exciting final stretch of the school year, with so many engaging and memorable activities planned. We are especially looking forward to seeing families this Friday evening for our annual bingo night. The event will take place from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the school gym, and our fantastic Fort teacher will be calling the numbers. This is a truly fun, community centered event that we look forward to each year.

As we return, we look forward to helping everyone settle back into a positive and productive school routine as we move closer to summer. Wishing everyone a wonderful spring season. We cannot wait to see so many smiling faces tomorrow!

Sincerely,

Mr. Mac
Fort Washington Elementary School
Principal
smcaleer@udsd.org

April 7 – Sandy Run principals and teachers visit FWES 5th grade students

April 8 – Human Growth and Development presentation for 5th grade

April 10 – Bingo Night, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. (gym)

April 20, 21, and 22 – ELA PSSAs (grades 3, 4, and 5)

April 24 – Jump Rope for Heart, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. (upper parking lot)

April 24 – 4th and 5th grade dance, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. (gym)

April 27 and 28 – Math PSSAs (grades 3, 4, and 5)

April 30 and May 1 – Science PSSAs (5th grade only)

A reminder that Upper Dublin School District is offering fifth-grade students a 45-minute “Human Growth and Development” presentation in partnership with Main Line Health. Presentations will take place April 7–9 across all elementary schools. Families can request a parent preview recording, and those who prefer their child not participate must submit an opt-out form by April 3. See the message below, previously shared with families, for more information.

As we approach the PSSAs, please ensure your child brings a fully charged Chromebook and charger for each testing day, and note that no other electronic devices are allowed. You can support your child’s success by making sure they are well-rested and have a healthy breakfast each morning. See the PSSA letter below for more information.

Looking ahead, we want to make families aware of the schedule for the annual Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) exams, which will be administered to students in grades 3-5. Additional guidance to support students in preparing for the PSSA will be shared prior to the testing. At the elementary level, the PSSA schedule is as follows.

English Language Arts | April 20 - 22

Math | April 27 - 28

Science (Grade 5 only) | April 30 - May 1

If you are planning to attend classroom parties or events, or to chaperone (including with your own child) on a field trip, Tier I clearances are required. Clearances are valid for five years. You can find more details via the button below.

Join us on Thursday, April 30 for the annual Allied & Performing Arts Show. Take a walk through the lobby and hallways of the Upper Dublin High School Performing Arts Center, transformed into a gallery featuring artwork by students in grades 4–12 from across the district. Food trucks will also be on site if you’d like to enjoy dinner.

Join Superintendent Dr. Laurie Smith and Director of Technology Colleen Yenser for an informative, interactive session on the role of artificial intelligence in education. The discussion will cover responsible AI use by students, ways AI can support learning, and the district’s approach to developing policies for safe and effective classroom integration.

We are excited to host our district’s Celebration of Cultures on Monday, May 11, an evening to share traditions, connect, and celebrate our diverse community. We invite students, families, and staff to participate as table hosts and showcase their heritage. Hosts can facilitate a table in many ways, including sharing traditional foods, displaying artifacts, or leading hands-on activities like crafts or dance. For more details, view the flyer linked below and register by April 17.

Upper Dublin School District is now accepting new student registrations for the 2026-2027 school year. Please visit our registration page for eligibility information, required documents, registration tutorial, before and after care information, and to access our registration portal, Infinite Campus.

A reminder that all students can enjoy a free breakfast in our cafeterias each morning. Selections vary by day and include warm, whole grain-rich mains, fresh fruit, 100% fruit juice, and locally-sourced milk. It’s a great way to start the day energized and ready to learn. View our menus to see what’s for breakfast!

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