University Heights Middle School

UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS STUDENT SPOTLIGHT:
Samora Seabrooks-8th Grade

Samora Seabrooks is an 8th grader and the ASB President at University Heights Middle School. She is a leader on campus in and out of the classroom. She is heavily involved in ASB, AVID, and Track and Field on campus, and plays softball outside of school.

Teachers and staff are regularly impressed with her character and integrity. Samora follows through on any task assigned and is willing to go above and beyond to help staff and other students. She is incredibly patient, conscientious, hard-working, and kind. She represents Uni well in all she does.

Uni hopes that the 8th graders loved Husky Pride Day and that our five feeder schools of 6th graders enjoyed their time at Uni. We can't wait to have you arrive in August, Future Wolves!

Many thanks to Mrs. Kraft and Mr. West for bringing exposure of woodworking to many of Uni's students. These spice racks are ready fora new home! Stay tuned for more experiences!

We are proud to announce Mr. Codiga for Uni's Teacher of the Year! Mr. Codiga shows his dedication to his students and peers on a daily basis and he truly is a person we can all learn from. You rock, Mr. Codiga!

Students who made Perfect Attendance for Semester One lined up for one of their daily rewards this week: hot chocolate! Congratulations, Students! Your hard work and dedication has not gone unnoticed!

Thank you to Mrs. Kraft and Wild Lilac Designs for organizing an opportunity for students to spend twenty of their Paw Points creating these works of art. Twenty students got to "escape" class for two periods and hone in on their art skills. If you are interested in participating in December's event with Wild Lilac Designs, please find Mrs. Kraft in Room 113 for more information.

Students who earned Perfect Attendance for Quarter One will be having some fun today and tomorrow. I wonder what the reward will be next quarter? Remember, you can make up missed absences by attending a Saturday School. Ask the front office for details!

Uni was honored today and designated as a 2017 recipient of the Models of Academic Excellence and Innovation award at the Riverside Convention Center. Thank you to all Uni staff, students, and community members who helped make our school a place where students matter every day. Pictured from left to right: Dr. White (Riverside County Superintendent of Schools), Mrs. Lock-Dawson (RUSD board member), Mr. Hunt (RUSD board member), Dr. Farook (RUSD board member), Mr. Kells (principal), Mrs. Jorrin (counselor), Mrs. Grimble (assistant principal), Mrs. Kraft (engagement coordinator), Mrs. Bauer (teacher), and Dr. Hansen (RUSD superintendent).

Back to School Night was a success! Kids and their parents browsed through the 25+ clubs on campus, ate some food, and proceed to meet with their teachers.

Uni's students learn about the importance of team work and risk taking while at UCR. More pictures to follow!