University School Weekly Update

Please be prepared for extra traffic and potential delays on Monday, 8/24/26. ETSU classes begin that morning, so please give yourself extra time during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up. Also, it is imperative that you are mindful of the additional car and pedestrian traffic. DO NOT PARK or STAND in specially designated parking areas, such as the medical clinic adjacent to the school, in order to avoid being ticketed or towed. This will be heavily enforced beginning Monday.

Starting Monday, August 24, 2026, all parking regulations, including designated parking, will return to normal enforcement.

2026-27 student parking permits are available at the Parking & Transportation Services office, located at 132 Stout Drive, from 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Extended office hours will be offered on August 20, 21, 24, and 25 (7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.).

Please direct questions to Parking & Transportation Services at 423-439-5650 or parking@etsu.edu.

For information about the new ETSU Parking App, please visit https://www.etsu.edu/facilities/parking/parking-app.php.

University School Student Influenza Vaccinations will be administered on October 15th or 16th, 2026.

Sign up for your student to receive the vaccination on the attached English and Spanish parent letters, QR code or link and complete before September 30, 2026.

Picture Day is coming on Wednesday, August 26!

Picture Day ID: EVTZX76KJ

You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTZX76KJ. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!

Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online on mylifetouch.com

Congratulations to Coach Dan Lawson, University High School Cross Country Coach, on being named the TSSAA High School Girls' Cross Country Coach of the Year!

Coach Lawson, along with his assistant Mr. Ethan Lillycrop, guided both the Boys' and Girls' Cross Country teams to state championship titles during the 2025 season, an outstanding accomplishment that reflects their dedication, leadership, and commitment to student-athlete success.

Congratulations, Coach Lawson, on this well-deserved recognition!

Get ready to support University High School Athletics all year long! 🟡🔵

🎟️ Sports Passes provide admission to all regular-season home games for Middle School and High School athletics.

WHY BUY A SPORTS PASS?

✔️ One pass for the entire 2026–2027 school year
✔️ Attend regular-season home games across Middle & High School sports
✔️ A convenient and affordable way to support University Athletics

🎟️ SPORTS PASS PRICING

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family: $175
👤 Adult: $75
🎓 Student: $35

📋 HOW TO ORDER:
Complete and return the Sports Pass Form to the Main Office with payment, or submit your order online.

📣 Support our student-athletes. Pack the stands. Show your University pride!

🟡 GO BUCS! 🔵

A huge thank you to our Out‑Of‑This‑World Sponsors — families and local businesses who keep our Fall Festival shining bright. Your support is truly the rocket fuel behind this beloved event.

If your family or business wants to join the constellation, sponsorships are still open. Click here to find out more: https://2026OutOfThisWorld.ourschool.support

We’re so grateful to the families who have donated coffee, snacks, and drinks for the Teachers' Lounge. These small comforts make a big difference for our hardworking teachers.

If you’d like to join in, our Amazon Wish List is linked below.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/S1B4HED5K38W?type=wishlist&filter=all&sort=custom&viewType=list

We are so excited for our University K-8 families to join us for our “Under the Big Top” Family Engagement Night. Please pre-register and select 5 events you are interested in attending. We look forward to a fun night filled with learning and family fun!

Congratulations to the following Morning Mile Participants:

• 5 Mile Club: Elliot Covert (K), Isaac Jimenez (1), Everett Andrews (1), Ruby Seehorn (2), Charlotte Pratt (2), Maverick Crumly (3), LJ Seehorn (3), Riley Tester (3), Henry Sheffey (4), Leo Giuliani (4), Charlee Lewis (6), Abigail Gentry (6), & Levon Hanson (6).
• 10 Mile Club: Ewen Carter (2), Theo Carter (4), Caroline Street (5), & Theo Burton (5).
• 15 Mile Club: Samuel Pennington (5), Steven Kipfer (5), & Annie Bowing (5).

Our annual Middle School Mixer tradition is back, and the Foundation is proud to offer this fun night for all University School 6th–8th graders. Students can enjoy slides, music, and pizza as we kick off the year together.

Important: Please make sure your student’s waiver and preregistration are completed by August 25. These must be submitted before purchasing tickets or signing up to chaperone.

A $5 donation per student is suggested, with an option to “donate for a friend” so every middle schooler can join the fun.

Click this link for more information and to register your Middle Schooler: https://MiddleSchoolMixer2026.ourfundraiser.events

The University School Scholastic Book Fair will take place August 31-September 4th. For more information download the documents below.

Senior honor ads available now! Please click the link below for more information regarding senior ads for our yearbook.

Tri-Cities College Fair Field Trip August 27- 8:30am to 10:30am! PERMISSION FORMS DUE 8/25!
University School Juniors and Seniors will be taking a field trip to the Tri-Cities College Fair at Freedom Hall on August 27 from 8:30am to 10:30am. Permission slips and money ($4) should be turned in to Ms. Stephanie in the Main Office by August August 20. Sign up is first come/first served--LIMITED TO FIRST 60 STUDENTS.

Students who are not able to attend because of dual enrollment, illness, etc may attend on their own with their family from 6:00pm to 8:00pm on the same date.

Students should register on STRIVE SCAN prior to attending the College Fair so that you can electronically connect with colleges of your choosing! Please register herehttps://app.strivescan.com/registration. PLEASE TAKE A SCREENSHOT OF YOUR STRIVE SCAN BARCODE IN CASE YOU DO NOT HAVE PHONE/INTERNET SERVICE WHILE ATTENDING THE FAIR.

3D Youth Leadership
3D Youth Leadership is designed to equip, empower and inspire high school students to become engaged, impactful leaders in their schools and communities. Meeting one Saturday each month from August to May at the Chamber office, the program covers a variety of essential topics, including effective communication, team-building, college/workforce readiness, leadership development and more.

Throughout the year, juniors and seniors from public, private and home high schools develop their skills and confidence needed to lead in diverse settings, learning how to make a positive difference in their environments. The program culminates in a graduation ceremony in May, celebrating the students’ growth and achievements. 3D Youth Leadership not only prepares young people for future success but also helps share the next generation of community leaders.

3D Youth Leadership requires a $100 tuition payment.

Applications for the 3D Youth program will continue through Friday, August 28. Students can apply on our website https://johnsoncitytnchamber.com/3d-youth-leadership/. Thank you.

All seniors will take the ACT on Tuesday, October 6th. This is mandatory for all students in Tennessee. Testing will begin at 8:00 am and students should report directly to their testing location. Room assignments will be shared with students on the Canvas Counseling course for their grade level. Please contact Dr. Campbell (campbellhe@etsu.edu) if you have any questions.

Students will need to bring the following items on test day.
- CHARGED, School Issued Chromebook and Charger (See Mr. Moore if you need a device)
- ACT Approved Calculator - https://www.act.org/content/dam/act/unsecured/documents/ACT-calculator-policy.pdf
- Non-Mechanical Pencils

All electronic devices and backpacks must be stored in lockers or student vehicles. These items will not be allowed in the testing rooms. Examples of prohibited items are cell phones, Air Pods, smart glasses, and smart watches.

University School policies regarding electronic devices and cell phones will apply during testing.

MyACT Non-Test Information - All seniors received an email on 8/21 from Dr. Campbell with information on how to set up their MyACT account and enter their student code for access to online score reports. Scores can only be accessed through MyACT.

Practice Materials - https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/test-preparation/free-act-test-prep/act-online-test-sample-questions.html

Schedule after Testing - Students will resume their normal class schedule after testing is finished.

August Events: Ages 12-18

Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is open to anyone ages 12-18 who want help make the Library a welcoming place for teens. TAB will meet on Wednesday, August 26 from 6-7 p.m. in the Library's Teen Space. At TAB meetings teens and Library staff share ideas for the Teen Space, collection, programs, and services. Earn 1 hour of community service for attending each meeting.

August

24 - MS Tennis VS. Liberty Bell (HOME)

25 - Math Mentoring Program - after-school

25 - MS Girls Soccer VS. Sullivan Central (HOME)

25 - HS Golf VS. West Greene & South Greene (HOME)

26 - MS Girls Soccer @ Liberty Bell (AWAY)

26 - Kindergarten - 11th Grade School Picture Day

26 - MS Tennis @ Tennessee Middle (AWAY)

27 - HS Golf VS. Unicoi Co. & Chuckey-Doak (HOME)

27 - MS Mixer Event @ Wetlands

27 - HS Girls Soccer @ Cumberland Gap (AWAY)

28 - No School: Parent-Teacher Conference Day

29 - HS & MS XC Tri-Cities Night Classic

31 - Book Fair in U-School Library Begins

31 - MS Tennis VS. Indian Trail (HOME)

31 - MS Girls Soccer @ Chuckey-Doak (AWAY)

Email: partinbk@etsu.edu
Website: https://www.usbucs.org
Location: 68 Martha Culp Dr. Johnson City, TN, 37614
Phone: (423)439-4271
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Twitter: @USBucs