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TUPS Weekly Newsletter

Posted Date: 09/04/26 (12:33 PM)


TUPS Weekly Updates

September 4, 2026
 
TUPS Schools
 

Welcome Back, TUPS! ❤️💛


We are so happy to welcome back our students, families, staff, and entire TUPS community. Whether this is your first year with us or you have been part of the TUPS family for many years, 
we are excited to have U with us!

Each week, our TUPS Weekly Update will give you a look at what is happening across our district, including important information, upcoming events, celebrations, student and staff highlights, and some of the special moments happening in our schools.
 
A save the date flyer for Township of Union Public Schools Open House 2026-2027, featuring a schedule of dates against a dark red background with confetti.

A Message from the Superintendent

Dear TUPS Community,

Welcome back! It has been wonderful to see our students and staff return and to feel the excitement throughout our schools as we begin the 2026–2027 school year.

Thank you to our families, staff, and entire TUPS community for helping us get off to a great start. 

As we begin this new year together, I look forward to celebrating our students, sharing the great things happening across our district, and continuing to make TUPS a place where every student can learn, grow, and succeed.

Wishing everyone a wonderful school year ahead!
Dr. Gerry Benaquista
Superintendent of Schools
 

What's Happening Around the U

⚽ Union Soccer Club Fall Registration

Registration is now open for the 2026 Fall Recreation Soccer Season! 
Programs are available for boys and girls ages 3 through Grade 12, from first-time players to competitive divisions.
⚽ Season Begins: September 18 & 19
🏁 Season Ends: November 7
Programs include Grassroots, Kindersoccer, Future Stars, Junior, Senior, and Premier Divisions.
Registration closes soon, so be sure to sign up today!
 

Fall 2026 Enrichment Programs

 
A colorful flyer for a Musical Theater Workshop at Union Arts Center on September 23rd, featuring photos of children acting and dancing.
A promotional flyer for the Union Arts Center Enrichment Program titled Whistles: Ancient Sounds of the Andes.
 
A promotional flyer for Pass The Mic and live ugt auditions on September 21, 2026, at Union Arts Center.
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