Unity Braxton Weekly Newsletter

Dear Jaguar Families and Staff,

At UBMS, Rule #3 is “We Take Care This Place.” Our school is more than a building. It is a trajectory changing community where students learn, grow, and belong. We invite families to partner with us by encouraging students to care for school property, clean up after themselves, and take pride in shared spaces like the cafeteria and bathrooms. These small daily actions help create a campus that is safe, welcoming, and respectful for everyone. Together, we can teach our students that taking care of this place is one way we follow Rule #2, "We Take Care of Each Other" Thank you for helping us build a school community we can all be proud of. Go Jaguars!

Friendly Reminder: Student Belongings

We want to help make sure students are reunited with their belongings! If an item is collected while a student is going through the Evolv screening process, it will be available for the student to pick up.

Please encourage your student to retrieve any collected items no later than 3:30 p.m. each Friday. Items that are not picked up by the Friday deadline will be discarded at the end of the week.

We appreciate your help in reminding students to check for and pick up their belongings in a timely manner. Thank you for your continued support and partnership!

We are writing to inform you that students will participate in the Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test (NNAT) on October 23 during their regularly scheduled Social Studies class period.

The Naglieri assessment is offered to students in second, sixth, and ninth grades. Therefore, at UBMS, only sixth-grade students will participate in this assessment.

The Naglieri is a 30-minute assessment designed to assess the development of students’ reasoning and problem-solving skills. During the assessment, students are asked to solve a series of non-verbal logic problems.

Please note that no preparation or studying is needed for this screener assessment. We encourage students to approach the assessment as they would any school activity by getting a good night's rest, arriving at school on time, and doing their best.

The assessment will take place during the school day, and students will resume their regular schedule following its completion.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. If you have any questions regarding the Naglieri assessment, please contact Mrs. Maria Conomos on the contact below.

Join UBMS Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)

PTO membership is FREE, and every parent, guardian, family member, and staff member is welcome. Whether you can volunteer regularly or simply want to stay informed, your involvement makes a difference.

Together, we can:

• Support students and staff through meaningful programs and events

• Celebrate our amazing teachers and school community

• Strengthen family-school partnerships

Ready to Get Involved?

Take the first step today and Register Here: https://forms.office.com/r/y0qxMeyLP2

Next Meeting: Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Meeting Time: 5:30 -6:30 PM

Hybrid Participation:

• In person: Library

• Virtual via Zoom: Click the link below.

https://pwcs-zm-edu.zoom.us/j/87374411705?pwd=rWiTwTSFGtvAaG0JeAAZQ7viVabtz1.1

Join UBMS School Advisory Council (SAC)

SAC membership is free and open to all UBMS parents, staff, students, and community members. Join us, stay informed, and help make a positive difference in our school!

School Advisory Council (SAC) advises school administration on the budget, school improvement efforts, and program implementation. SAC gathers staff and community feedback, identifies concerns, and supports the school's goals and priorities.

Join us at our next SAC meeting!

Next Meeting: Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Meeting Time: 5:30 -6:30 PM

Location: Library

Monday October 5

Boys Soccer- Metz @ Unity Braxton

Volleyball- Metz @ Unity Braxton

Wednesday October 7

Boys Soccer- Reagan @ Unity Braxton

Football- Unity Braxton @ Gainesville

Volleyball- Reagan @ Unity Braxton

Thursday October 8

Girls Track- Unity Braxton @ Reagan

Fall Chorus Concert @ Unity Reed

Monday October 12

Teacher Work Day (No School for Students)

Attention Jaguars!

Come out and join the Coaches by supporting the Boys and Girls Basketball Program at Chipotle on

October 20th 4-8pm

7311 Sudley Road in Manassas

Please show the flyer when ordering or use an online pick-up CODE: EEGCWLE.

Let's support our Basketball Program!

Clubs and activities are a vital part of building a strong and vibrant school community at Unity Braxton Middle School. We’re excited to kick off another great year with a variety of after-school clubs and activities led by our enthusiastic faculty and staff!

We hope you find something that sparks your interest and encourages you to get involved. To join a club or activity:

• Reach out to the sponsor either in person or via email.
• Request a permission slip from them to get started.

Let’s make this year memorable by connecting, exploring new interests, and having fun together!

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Students and families are invited to attend the upcoming PWCS College and Career Fairs:

• Gainesville High School, 6–8 p.m. on October 8.
• Forest Park High School, 6–8 p.m. on October 14.

Students will be able to:

• Meet representatives from in-state and out-of-state colleges and universities.
• Get insight into financial aid and scholarships.
• Learn more about military college pathways.
• Connect with PWCS business partners.
• Attend an overview of PWCS specialty programs.

Parents and students are encouraged to create a profile before the fair to connect with colleges. Visit the PWCS College and Career Fairs webpage for more information.

Middle and High School Grade Students

• All cell phones and personal electronic communication devices must be turned off and stored away during the bell-to-bell school day and during any instructional periods, regardless of location, including field trips.
• Dual-purpose watches are allowed, but wireless/cellular features must be turned off during instructional times (e.g., must be in airplane mode).
• All cell phones and personal electronic communication devices may be turned on and used within the school and on the school campus before or after the bell-to-bell school day.
• Cell phones and wireless communication devices may be used on school buses provided the device does not distract the driver, compromise safety, or violate the Prohibited Content and Use for All Students provisions detailed below.

Prohibited Content and Use for All Students

Students are not allowed to create, access, or share content that is incompatible with a K-12 educational environment while on school property, including school buses, or at school-sponsored events, regardless of location. Examples include, but are not limited to:

• Content that is obscene, contains profanity, or involves or threatens illegal acts.
• Content that bullies, harasses, threatens, or degrades others is strictly prohibited, including the use of artificial intelligence to impersonate others.
• Videotaping misconduct is strictly prohibited and may result in disciplinary actions.
• Use of cell phones and wireless communication devices in restrooms or locker rooms is strictly prohibited. Photographing or videotaping other students in a state of undress in these or other areas of the school will result in discipline and may result in a referral to law enforcement.
• Use of cell phones and wireless communication devices to cheat or in ways that violate the school division’s acceptable use policy.

At Unity Braxton Middle School, we believe that a positive school culture begins with three simple expectations. Throughout the year, students will be encouraged to follow our three school rules:

• Take Care of Yourself – Make healthy choices, be prepared to learn, and always do your best.
• Take Care of Others – Show kindness, respect, empathy, and include everyone in our school community.
• Take Care of This Place – Take pride in our school by keeping our classrooms, hallways, and campus clean, safe, and welcoming.

These three expectations guide everything we do and help us create a school where every Jaguar feels safe, valued, and ready to succeed. We encourage families to reinforce these principles at home as we work together to build a strong, respectful, and caring school community.