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Dear Fort Families,

This week will be our final week of the PSSAs. We will have Math PSSAs this Monday and Tuesday for grades 3, 4, and 5. We will have Science PSSAs for grade 5 only on Thursday and Friday. Please make sure Chromebooks are charged this evening and that your child gets a good night’s rest.

Jump Rope for Heart was a huge success on Friday. We had beautiful weather, and the Fort students were jumping and dancing for a straight hour. Thanks so much to Mr. Green for organizing another successful event for our school. This has been a tradition for over two decades, and it is a great way to bring the whole school together to celebrate a fun way to exercise as a school community.

The evening was capped off with our annual 4th and 5th grade dance. We had about 150 4th and 5th graders dancing for several hours and spending plenty of time singing into the microphone. We had several dance offs, and you would be shocked at the dance moves our students displayed. Thanks to all of the parents who chaperoned, helped decorate, and brought our theme of “Under the Sea” to life.

I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend, and we are excited to move into the month of May!

Sincerely,

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

April 27 and 28 – Math PSSAs (grades 3, 4, and 5)
April 30 and May 1 – Science PSSAs (grade 5 only)
Friday, May 1 – 4th grade fishing trip to Loch Alsh Reservoir
Wednesday, May 6 – 3rd grade field trip to Camden Aquarium
Friday, May 8 – 4th grade field trip to Pennsbury Manor

We will host our FWES Spring Clothing Drive to support Cradles to Crayons from April 7- May 11. Learn more about suggested items and donation guidelines via the flyer below.

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 theme of UDSD’s upcoming Employee Appreciation Week is Growing Greatness. We are proud to recognize all members of our Cardinal team for their dedication to supporting student growth and helping every learner reach their potential. To share your appreciation, we invite all members of our school community to print and cut out the leaf design (linked below), write a note of gratitude, and deliver it during the week of May 4–8.

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!

Meet Your First Responders (Sensory-Friendly)

Monday, April 27

UDHS Theatre Tea for Two

Saturday, May 2

AAPI Stories Exhibit Opening Reception

Saturday, May 2

UDPL Teen Poetry Contest

Submissions Due May 3

Jack Duffy Empowerment Nature Camp

May 3

UDJFA Jewish American Heritage Month Event | Registration

Monday, May 4

UDJFA Lag B'Omer Celebration | Registration

Monday, May 4

Tigris Community Fair & Collection Drive

Saturday, May 16

UDAC Youth Splash & Dash

Sunday, May 17

YMCA Family Triathlon

Sunday, June 21

Basketball Clinic for Grades 3-8

June 22-25

UDPD Cop Camp

August 24-28

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