Union Grove Middle
WHAT BEGINS HERE WILL CHANGE THE WORLD
A big THANK YOU to our amazing community partners and vendors who helped make Wildcat Welcome Night a success! 🧡💙
Your generous school supply donations and support will help our Wildcats start the school year prepared and ready to learn. We appreciate everyone who invested in our students and school community!
Your generous school supply donations and support will help our Wildcats start the school year prepared and ready to learn. We appreciate everyone who invested in our students and school community!
⚾ Attention Future Wildcats Baseball Players!
If you're interested in trying out for the UGMS Baseball Team, be sure to mark these important dates on your calendar!
• Open Practices: August 4 & August 11 (Open to anyone planning to try out)
• Parent Meeting: August 11
• Tryouts Begin: Week of August 17
Check out the graphic for times and additional details. More information will be shared as tryouts get closer. We look forward to seeing everyone on the field!
Girls Basketball tryouts will be August 13th from 3:30 to 5:30. Make sure to wear closed toe shoes and bring a water bottle! If you have any questions, please reach out to Leah England.
Family Food Pantry
If your family could use a little extra support, we invite you to visit our upcoming community food pantry on Saturday, August 8, from 9:00-11:00 AM (or while supplies last).
Families will receive a free food box filled with pantry staples, and additional fresh and refrigerated items may also be available.
📅 Date: Saturday, August 8
🕘 Time: 9:00-11:00 AM (while supplies last)
Please help us spread the word to friends, neighbors, and anyone who may benefit. We are grateful to our community partners for helping make this resource available to local families. Everyone is welcome.
📚 Yearbooks Are On Sale Now!
Don't miss our Back-to-School Special! Purchase your 2026-2027 UGMS Yearbook for just $35 through September 11.
All yearbooks must be ordered online, so reserve your copy today. Don't wait until the end of the year to guarantee you'll have all the memories from an amazing school year!
Don't miss our Back-to-School Special! Purchase your 2026-2027 UGMS Yearbook for just $35 through September 11.
All yearbooks must be ordered online, so reserve your copy today. Don't wait until the end of the year to guarantee you'll have all the memories from an amazing school year!
Bus 86/30 will NOT be running this afternoon.
Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year. Let's start school off right with a free t-shirt! All you have to do is have your parents follow the steps listed on the attachment to connect to Kroger Community Rewards. It doesn't cost a dime and takes just a couple of minutes.
Safety Test in Progress - Union Grove Middle School is currently conducting a scheduled test of our SARA safety system in coordination with the Blount County Sheriff's Office.
Please know that this is only a test. There is no emergency or safety concern. Students have been informed about the test, and administration is available to answer any questions and provide reassurance.
The purpose of this test is to ensure our safety systems are functioning properly and that we remain prepared in the event of an emergency.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we continue to prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
Bus 19 will not be running this morning.
📣 Help us give a warm Wildcat welcome to some of the newest members of the Union Grove Middle School family! 💙🐾
We're excited to have these amazing educators and staff joining our team this year, and we can't wait for our students and families to get to know them.
Be sure to say hello when you see them around campus! We're looking forward to an incredible school year and are so excited to welcome everyone back this week. Let's make it the best year yet! 💛 #UGMSWildcats #WelcomeToTheFamily #BackToSchool
We're excited to have these amazing educators and staff joining our team this year, and we can't wait for our students and families to get to know them.
Be sure to say hello when you see them around campus! We're looking forward to an incredible school year and are so excited to welcome everyone back this week. Let's make it the best year yet! 💛 #UGMSWildcats #WelcomeToTheFamily #BackToSchool
🎾 Tennis Tryouts Announcement 🎾
Tryouts will be held on Monday, August 3rd at 4:00 PM at WBHS.
A parent meeting will follow at 4:45 PM at the courts.
Tryouts will be held on Monday, August 3rd at 4:00 PM at WBHS.
A parent meeting will follow at 4:45 PM at the courts.
We are beyond excited to announce the launch of the BCS Teacher Depot! Starting this July, we’re opening the doors to a space dedicated entirely to supporting our incredible educators.
📍 Location: William Blount 9th Grade Academy
🗓️ When: One Saturday every month
💰 Cost: ABSOLUTELY FREE!
Whether you're looking to refresh your classroom or grab some essential supplies, we’ve got you covered. Mark your calendars—we can’t wait to see you there!
IT’S TIME! 🚀
Rooms is officially LIVE.
Blount County Schools families, you can now download the district app and get connected with your child’s teachers.
Step 1: Download the app for your device:
🍏 Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/blount-county-schools-tn/id6759976311
🤖 Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.blountcs&pcampaignid=web_share
Step 2: Check your texts for an invite from 20819 to register your account.
Step 3: Once in the app, look for the "Rooms" icon at the bottom to start messaging!
#BlountCountySchools #TNEd #RoomsIsHere #StayConnected
Launch Eve Checklist! ✅
Tomorrow morning, Rooms officially launches across Blount County Schools. Are you ready?
1️⃣ Save the Code: Make sure 20819 is in your contacts.
2️⃣ Watch Your Inbox: Your text invite arrives tomorrow morning.
3️⃣ Get the App: We will post the official download link right here at 8:00 AM!
We can't wait to see you in Rooms!
#BlountCountySchools #RoomsLaunch #StayConnected
2 Days to Go! 🚨
When Rooms launches on May 18, you’ll receive an invite via text to get connected. We want to make sure you don’t miss it!
To ensure these important updates reach you, please save these Blount County Schools short codes in your phone today:
📱 20819: Your official invite to join Rooms.
💬 27806: Direct messages from your child’s teachers.
⚠️ 98900: Urgent school alerts and news.
Save these numbers now so you’re ready for Monday!
#BlountCountySchools #TNEd #StayConnected
When Rooms launches on May 18, you’ll receive an invite via text to get connected. We want to make sure you don’t miss it!
To ensure these important updates reach you, please save these Blount County Schools short codes in your phone today:
📱 20819: Your official invite to join Rooms.
💬 27806: Direct messages from your child’s teachers.
⚠️ 98900: Urgent school alerts and news.
Save these numbers now so you’re ready for Monday!
#BlountCountySchools #TNEd #StayConnected
Get Ready! 🚀
Something big is coming to Blount County Schools on May 18. We are making it easier than ever to stay connected with your child's teachers and school updates, all in ONE place.
#BlountCountySchools #TNEd #BlountCountyStrong
Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week 2026! 🍎
From finding a love for reading to gaining the confidence to lead, our teachers at Blount County Schools do so much more than follow a lesson plan. They empower our students to achieve excellence every single day.
In this special video, Director Justin Ridge, Chief of Operations Courtney Whitehead, and our district leaders share how their former teachers shaped who they are today. Watch here: https://youtu.be/aRJQTSy9VeI
Who was the teacher who changed everything for you? Let us know in the comments! 👇#BlountCountyStrong #TNEd #TeacherAppreciation
From finding a love for reading to gaining the confidence to lead, our teachers at Blount County Schools do so much more than follow a lesson plan. They empower our students to achieve excellence every single day.
In this special video, Director Justin Ridge, Chief of Operations Courtney Whitehead, and our district leaders share how their former teachers shaped who they are today. Watch here: https://youtu.be/aRJQTSy9VeI
Who was the teacher who changed everything for you? Let us know in the comments! 👇#BlountCountyStrong #TNEd #TeacherAppreciation
Happy School Nutrition Staff Appreciation Day! 🥛🍎 We are so grateful for our dedicated teams who keep our students powered up for excellence every day.
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong
Behind every great school is a dedicated leader! 🎓 Today is School Principal’s Day, and we want to celebrate the visionary leaders across Blount County Schools. From guiding our teachers to supporting every student’s success, our principals lead with heart, wisdom, and grit.
Thank you for everything you do to make our schools a place where students thrive! Leave a comment to shout out your favorite BCS Principal! 👇
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong
Who makes the morning commute the best part of the day? 🚌✨
They are the first friendly faces our students see in the morning and the last ones to wave goodbye in the afternoon.
Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Thank you for your commitment to safety and for being such an important part of our students' daily journeys. 🏔️💙
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong #BusDriverAppreciation #ThankYou
