12-14--25 Patriot Press

Dear Fort Families,

Upper Dublin Township has notified us of upcoming traffic pattern changes designed to support safety near Fort Washington Elementary and Upper Dublin High School. These updates will take effect beginning December 15, 2025. Please review the visual guide below and note the following:

🚫 NO PARKING, STOPPING, AND IDLING

Parking, stopping, and idling will be prohibited along the north side of Highland Avenue from Van Sant Lane up to a point just west of Fort Washington Avenue to ensure safe sightlines.

🛑 NEW ALL-WAY STOP SIGNS

New all-way stop signs will be installed at the intersections of Loch Alsh Avenue with Cedar Lane and with Douglas Street starting December 22, 2025.

Families who travel through these areas should plan for the updated traffic patterns and follow posted signage to be installed shortly.

Wishing a happy Hanukkah to all of our families who are celebrating this week!

Sincerely,

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

Monday, December 15 - FWES Chorus Trip to Harrisburg

Wednesday, December 23 - All School Virtual Bingo (PBIS Incentive)

Wednesday, December 23 - Early Dismissal - 12:15 p.m.

Discover the fun of computer programming side-by-side with your child at the Fort Washington Family Code Night on Wednesday, February 18! Parents and students team up to solve puzzles and explore the foundations of coding. Register soon—spaces fill quickly!

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.

The Infinite Campus Parent Portal has been updated to allow parents to reset their username or password remotely. Please be aware that when you next log in, you will be prompted to set a security email to enable this new self-service feature.

The district has launched a new podcast, The Cardinal Cast, which will explore a range of topics that matter to our school community. The new episode, “Innovative Experiences in Environmental Science” is now available on Spotify.

We are excited to highlight UDSD’s exceptional arts program and the creativity of our students through an ongoing feature we call The UDSD Art Spotlight. Visit our Virtual Art Gallery to see a curated selection of student artwork!

As we move into the winter season, please make sure your contact information is current in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. We will share alerts by email, text, phone, and on the district website and social media. Please also visit this page to review expectations for Flexible Instruction Days.

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!

Give Cardinal Kudos with UDEF

Submit by December 21

UDEF Harlem Wizards - Reserve Tickets Now

Saturday, January 24

UD Lacrosse Club FiddleStix Program

Registration Now Open

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