Unity Braxton Weekly Newsletter

Dear Jaguar Families and Staff,

This is our second communication regarding continued vandalism in the boys’ bathrooms. Despite previous reminders and clear expectations made to the students, these incidents have continued and remain a serious concern. This behavior is a direct violation of Rule #3: Take Care of This Place. Students are expected to respect and care for school property, not damage it.

Students found responsible will face disciplinary consequences, and families may be required to pay restitution for repairs or replacement costs. We ask all parents and guardians to speak with their children about accountability, respect for shared spaces, and the importance of making responsible choices. Together, we can maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all students.

Thank you for partnering with us in addressing this concern with your children. When students, families, and staff work together to uphold our school expectations, we create a stronger community where everyone can thrive at Unity Braxton.

To help students build strong habits for success, UBMS will begin assigning students to Saturday Detention on October 31st. This is a detention for students with chronic attendance issues who may need additional support with punctuality, attendance, and academic responsibilities. These sessions provide a structured environment for students to complete work, reflect on goals, and strengthen the skills needed to be successful learners. We appreciate our families' partnership as we work together to promote responsibility, accountability, and student growth.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled for November 2 from 8:30am-11:30am in person at Unity Braxton Middle School. This is a valuable opportunity to discuss your child’s progress and ask any questions you may have. We encourage you to prepare any questions or concerns you’d like to address to make the most of your meeting time.

PTO CORNER:

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, November 24, 2026

Meeting Time: 5:30 -6:30 PM

Hybrid Participation:

• In person: Library (please use door 26)

• Virtual via Zoom: Click the link below.

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

SAC CORNER:

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, December 16, 2026 (No meeting in November because of the Thanksgiving Break)

Meeting Time: 5:30 -6:30 PM

Location: Library

Monday October 26

Boys Soccer- Unity Braxton @ Nokesville

Volleyball- Nokesville @ Unity Braxton

Tuesday October 27

Drama Showcase

Wednesday October 28

Picture Day

Boys Soccer- Unity Braxton @ Metz

Football- Marsteller @ Unity Braxton

SAC Meeting

Thursday October 29

Picture Day

8th Grade Field Trip to GMU

Friday October 30

Last Day of Quarter 1

8th Grade Marching Band Night @ Unity Reed

Monday November 2

NO SCHOOL

Tuesday November 3

NO SCHOOL

CASIIT Information Night: Are you interested in joining the hundreds of curious, creative, and driven CASIIT students at Battlefield High School next year? CASIIT offers hands-on learning, industry certifications, and exciting career pathways in computer science, networking, engineering, and digital design. Come learn more at CASIIT Information Night Thursday, 10/22 from 6:30-7:30 in the Battlefield's auditorium. Find out how you can explore your passion for technology and innovation in the CASIIT program...where future leaders in IT, Engineering, and Cybersecurity begin their journey!

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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📅 Important Dates 📅

November 2, 2026 – Specialty program application opens
December 11, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. – CFPA Application closes
February 1, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. – Specialty program application closes
March 1, 2027 – Application results will be available for parents
March 5, 2027 – Deadline to accept or decline an offer

CFPA Information Night at Colgan High School

October 20, 6:30 PM

Questions???? Contact the PWCS Advanced Academics and Specialty Programs

Email: aasp@pwcs.edu

Phone: 703-791-7923

Information Sessions

Specialty Program information nights are held in the fall and offer an overview of each program and the application process. Program-specific information nights are held at each high school.

High School Information Session

October 27, 2026, 6:30 p.m.

High School Specialty Program Information Nights

Attention 8th Grade Families! High School Specialty Program Information Night dates have been published. If your student is interested in exploring a specialty program and would like to learn more, we encourage you to attend an upcoming information session. Please see the list below for program names, dates, times, and locations.

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.