Union Grove Elementary
SEASONS OF LEARNING, SEASONS OF CHANGE
We are proud to announce that our school has earned the Tennessee STEM School Designation! This recognition highlights our commitment to hands-on, innovative learning that prepares students for the future.
🌟 STEM Excellence at Union Grove!
Big news, Blount County! 🚀 Union Grove Elementary School has officially earned the Tennessee STEM Designation for 2026!
This prestigious honor recognizes our commitment to equipping students with the critical thinking and problem-solving skills they need to achieve excellence. We are so proud of our students and staff for proving we are #BlountCountyStrong!
#BlountCountySchools #TNEd #STEM #UnionGroveElementary
Bus 86 is NOT running this afternoon
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
Join us for a special Picnic with Parents on May 18th. Pack a lunch or pre-order one. Blankets & chairs are welcome. Check your flier for details and RSVP by May 8! Let’s celebrate!
👏 🧑🎓 Attention 2026 seniors 👩🎓🎉
Thank you to all of our Friends Afterschool staff!
The glue that holds us all together!
📎 Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the best teams in the business. We appreciate everything you do to keep our schools running smoothly! 💙
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong #OfficeHeroes
🐾 We’re "feline" fine thanks to you! A huge shoutout to everyone interacting with and sharing our content across all platforms. Your support helps get the word out to the community around us! ❤️
🐾 TCAP is underway at UGES!
We’re on the hunt for the class with the most Bobcat Spirit. Our students are bringing their personal best, positive attitudes, and outstanding effort to the Testing Challenge board! Did we mention prizes?!
Give them a shoutout! 👏 #UGES #BobcatPride
We’re on the hunt for the class with the most Bobcat Spirit. Our students are bringing their personal best, positive attitudes, and outstanding effort to the Testing Challenge board! Did we mention prizes?!
Give them a shoutout! 👏 #UGES #BobcatPride
🚌 Bus 19 will not be running tomorrow afternoon, Friday (4/17).
Parents, please notify the school as soon as possible tomorrow via a handwritten note or phone call to let us know how your student will be going home. Thank you for your help! 🏫
🏀 Calling all future Lady Wildcats! 🏀
Ready to hit the court? UGMS Lady Wildcat Basketball tryouts are right around the corner for rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders! 🐾
📅 When:
• May 6: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
• May 7: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
👟 The Essentials:
• Closed-toed shoes required
• Bring a water bottle 💧
• No physical required for tryouts
• Must have prompt transportation for pick-up
🚫 Note: No parents allowed in the gym during tryouts.
📧 Questions? Contact Coach England at leah.england@blountk12.org
#LadyWildcats #BasketballTryouts #UGMS
We are more than a school. We are a community! 🏫💙
Our bobcat community is built on love and service to one another. 🐾✨ It’s the heart of everything we do!
Share some love with someone you know today!
#BCSUGES #StrongerTogether
Our bobcat community is built on love and service to one another. 🐾✨ It’s the heart of everything we do!
Share some love with someone you know today!
#BCSUGES #StrongerTogether
🗓️ Mark Your Calendars, UGES Families!
The end of the school year is fast approaching, and we have a very busy few weeks ahead! To help you stay on track, here is a breakdown of all the important dates you need to know for April and May.
📝 April: Progress & Testing
It's time to show what we’ve learned! Please ensure students get plenty of rest and arrive on time during testing days.
April 16: TCAP Testing Begins
April 17: Progress Reports go home
April 21–22: TCAP Testing
April 24: TCAP Testing
April 28–29: TCAP Testing
April 30: TCAP Testing (5th Grade only)
☀️ May: Celebration & Wrap-Up
From Field Days to Graduation, we’re finishing the year strong!
May 7: Field Day (Grades 3–5) — Immediately following the Legacy Walk
May 14: Field Day (Grades K–2)
May 18: Family Picnic Day 🧺
May 19: 5th Grade Graduation 🎓 (Starts at 8:30 AM)
May 20: Last Full Day of School!
May 21: 3rd Grade TCAP Retakes (Starts at 8:30 AM)
🎒 Looking Ahead to Summer
May 26: Summer School begins
May 26: Camp Invention begins
Let’s make these last few weeks the best ones yet! Go Bobcats!🐈
The end of the school year is fast approaching, and we have a very busy few weeks ahead! To help you stay on track, here is a breakdown of all the important dates you need to know for April and May.
📝 April: Progress & Testing
It's time to show what we’ve learned! Please ensure students get plenty of rest and arrive on time during testing days.
April 16: TCAP Testing Begins
April 17: Progress Reports go home
April 21–22: TCAP Testing
April 24: TCAP Testing
April 28–29: TCAP Testing
April 30: TCAP Testing (5th Grade only)
☀️ May: Celebration & Wrap-Up
From Field Days to Graduation, we’re finishing the year strong!
May 7: Field Day (Grades 3–5) — Immediately following the Legacy Walk
May 14: Field Day (Grades K–2)
May 18: Family Picnic Day 🧺
May 19: 5th Grade Graduation 🎓 (Starts at 8:30 AM)
May 20: Last Full Day of School!
May 21: 3rd Grade TCAP Retakes (Starts at 8:30 AM)
🎒 Looking Ahead to Summer
May 26: Summer School begins
May 26: Camp Invention begins
Let’s make these last few weeks the best ones yet! Go Bobcats!🐈
Your student’s well-being is our priority! 💙 Join us on July 20th for the BCS Health & Well-Being Fair.
What to expect:
✅ Meet school counselors, nurses, and the Friends Program.
✅ Identify local community resources.
✅ Get help with school meal applications.
✅ On-site translator services.
Swipe for details ➡️ and mark your calendars!
📍 831 Grandview Drive, Maryville
⏰ 4:00 - 6:00 PM
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong #StudentSupport #HealthyStudents
What to expect:
✅ Meet school counselors, nurses, and the Friends Program.
✅ Identify local community resources.
✅ Get help with school meal applications.
✅ On-site translator services.
Swipe for details ➡️ and mark your calendars!
📍 831 Grandview Drive, Maryville
⏰ 4:00 - 6:00 PM
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong #StudentSupport #HealthyStudents
📚✨ COMING SOON: BCS TEACHER DEPOT! ✨📚
Blount County Schools teachers — get ready! Something exciting is headed your way! 👀
The BCS Teacher Depot will soon be opening its doors as your new go-to spot for supplemental classroom resources to help support learning across the county!
🗓 Open the FIRST Saturday of every month
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Noon)
🌟 New Teachers Early Access: 7:30 AM on open Saturdays
We can’t wait to serve and support our amazing BCS educators as you continue making a difference in every classroom, every day! Stay tuned for more details!
#BlountCountyStrong
🎒 Start Your Journey with Blount County Schools!
We are thrilled to announce that 2026 PreK & Kindergarten Registration will take place on Friday, April 10, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM at all elementary school sites district-wide! 🏔️📚
Whether your little one is joining the Class of 2039 or 2040, we are ready to welcome you into the BCS family with open arms.
What you need to know:
✅ Greater Flexibility: No registration by last name this year—visit your school anytime during the 8 AM – 2 PM window!
✅ Unified Process: We’ve streamlined our forms for a more consistent, informative experience for every family.
✅ Planning Ahead: You will receive your student's specific staggered start dates right at registration.
⚠️ Important Note: There will be no school for current PreK and Kindergarten students on April 10 to allow our staff to focus on welcoming our newest learners.
For more information on required documentation and residency, please visit our district website or contact your local school. We can’t wait to see those smiling faces!
#BCSExcellence #BlountCountyStrong #FutureReady #BlountCountySchools
🔧✨ You’re Invited to the WBHS CTE Showcase! ✨🔧
William Blount High School is excited to welcome our community to a special CTE Open House on March 5, 2026, from 4:30–7:00 PM!
Come explore the opportunities our Career & Technical Education programs provide for students preparing for college, careers, and beyond.
👀 What to expect:
🔹 Tour our beautifully renovated CTE building
🔹 See students working on real projects
🔹 Meet our amazing teachers and program leaders
🔹 Learn how WBHS prepares students for the future
Whether you're a student, parent, or community member, we’d love for you to stop by and see the incredible work happening at WBHS!
📧 RSVP: lisa.collins@blountk12.org
We can’t wait to see you there, Govs! 💙🧡
#FightOnGovs #BlountCountyStrong
