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TUPS Weekly Update 10/30/26

Posted Date: 10/30/26 (12:42 PM)
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TUPS Weekly Updates

October 30, 2026
A banner for Township of Union Public Schools announcing Fall Break from November 2-6, with students returning November 9.

We Want to Hear from U! Elementary Chromebook Survey

How is your elementary school child using Chromebooks, both in class and at home? 
Take our 1–2 minute survey to share what is working well and where improvements may be needed.

Please complete a separate response for each elementary school child, based on what you have observed or what your child has shared. Do not include student or staff names in written responses.

 
A graphic displaying survey results and feedback highlights from a Back to School Night event on a black background.
 

What's Happening Around the U

Books, Bikes & Safety!


Join author Gabrielle Rossi for a special Lizzie Learns to Ride book event on Saturday, November 7, from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. at Here’s The Story Bookstore, 1043 Stuyvesant Avenue in Union. Enjoy a book signing, bike safety instruction from a Union Police Department officer, and a bike ride afterward—so bring your bikes! Every book purchase includes a free bike helmet.
 

Union Public Library

FREE full-length digital SAT/PSAT mock test at Union Public Library

Schools are closed Monday, so here's something worth getting out of bed for.

We're running a FREE full-length digital SAT/PSAT mock test at Union Public Library this Monday, November 2 at 10 a.m. It's proctored in person and timed exactly like the real thing, so students walk out knowing where they really stand.

After the test, every student gets a score report showing which skills are costing them points, plus a free 15-minute review with us to go over it.

The Learning Lab only holds 20 students. Registration closes Sunday, November 1.


Grades 9 to 11. Just bring a charged laptop.

A library flyer titled Youth Services Department November 2026 Activities detailing events for tweens and teens.
A library event flyer detailing closures, information, and schedules for little ones, kids, and families.
Looking for activities during fall break and throughout November? Union Public Library has something for every age! Explore storytimes, crafts, STEM activities, chess, teen programs, and family fun at the Main Library and Vauxhall Branch. 

Registration opens two weeks before each program, and select programs require advance registration for UPL cardholders.

 

Walkway of Honor

The Township of Union Education Foundation invites you to join us at our 
“Walkway of Honor” Celebration
 On
 Monday, November 16, 2026
 At 3:30 pm
 In the Foyer of Union High School
 North Third Street
 Union, NJ 07083
 RSVP to tuefnj@gmail.org
 
We will be honoring the recipients of new bricks in our
 Walkway of Honor
 Olivia Belloso, Class of 2026
 Ralph and Millie Johnson
 
An informational flyer for an American Red Cross Blood Drive at Union High School on Saturday, November 21, 2026.

❤️ Blood Drive at UHS!


Join the UHS Red Cross Club
 for a blood drive on Saturday, November 21.

Donors must be at least 16 years old. Those who are 16 need a signed parent permission form, available through the club.
See the flyer for details and help us spread the word!
 

Explore Music and the Arts!

The Institute of Music for Children in Elizabeth offers after-school and Saturday classes for students in grades K–12! Explore dance, instrumental music, visual arts, acting, singing, cooking, and more through group, troupe, and individual sessions.

Programs begin November 3, 2026, with 12- and 24-week options. Register by November 3.

Visit the Institute of Music for Children website or call 908-469-1211 for details. Classes are held at 780 Salem Avenue, Elizabeth. Spanish-language assistance is available.
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