Upson-Lee High School

Upson-Lee NJROTC Announces Leadership Academy Graduates 2025 On June 8th – 15th, Upson-Lee NJROTC cadets participated at the NJROTC Area’s 8,9, and 10 – sponsored Leadership Academy. The training was held on the campus of the historic Riverside Preparatory Academy in Gainesville, Georgia. Upson-Lee NJROTC cadets received more than 60 training hours with topics including psychology of leadership, military drill, being physically fit, the importance of STEM, and much more. The young Knights trained alongside nearly 300 fellow NJROTC cadets who represented newly configured Area’s 8, 9, and 10 high schools in Georgia, Florida, Alabama, South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia. Upson-Lee’s Company Commanding Officer Cadet Lieutenant Commander Keelyn Quiller returned to Leadership Academy for a second year as a Cadre (specialty trainer) to a designated platoon. The cadets were accompanied by Naval Science Instructor Chief Petty Officer Anthony Kendall, who assisted in the training as a Platoon Advisor. This valued training can be seen as an investment in the schools NJROTC program and will aid tremendously in continued productivity and professionalism. Pictured left to right: Cadet Miles Self, Cadet Jeremy Demand, Cadet Kenya Montfort, Cadet Kenya Worthy, Cadet Commanding Officer Keelyn Quiller, and CPO Anthony Kendall.

It may be summer, but work continues throughout the T-U School District! This week, district and school leaders met for the annual District Leadership Retreat, held at Upson-Lee Middle School. School personnel reviewed and revised their continuous improvement plans, aligned expectations and goals, and focused on key performance measurements. The annual district retreat is an opportunity to review, reflect, and reimagine teaching and learning initiatives while strengthening the leadership's commitment to success!

Upson-Lee High School congratulates the winners of the 25-26 Freshman Class elections, President: Peter Caspers, Vice President: Ruth Tser and Secretary Raegan Bennett.  We are very excited to welcome ALL of the new Student Council Members, it will be a great year!

The Upson-Lee High School Graduation will be live-streamed on the Thomaston-Upson Schools' YouTube channel. Streaming should start around 7:30 PM. The faculty processional will begin at 7:55 PM and the student processional will follow immediately after that. Congratulations to the ULHS Class of 2025!!! We're so proud of you!!! Live-stream link: www.youtube.com/@T-USchools #ULProud #weareUL #ULclassof2025 #makinghistoryontheturf

Upson-Lee High School Celebrates Georgia Milestones Success with Student Giveaways Upson-Lee High School is proud to recognize the hard work and achievement of our students on the Georgia Milestones assessments. To celebrate their efforts and encourage continued academic growth, the school recently held a drawing for two iPads, open to all students who scored Proficient or Distinguished in both semesters of testing. In addition, Brightmoor Hospice generously donated gift cards to be included in a second drawing. This drawing was open to all students who scored Developing, Proficient, or Distinguished on the Georgia Milestones, ensuring that a wide range of student accomplishments were acknowledged and celebrated. We are grateful to Brightmoor Hospice for their continued support of our students and community. Congratulations to all of our winners! iPad Winners: Kea'Nyah Searcy Anna Beard Charity Santos Axel Rosas Gift Card Winners Joshawn Dozier Kemontavious Raines Priscilla Blackburn Evans Bruce some winners not pictured.

Current Student Council members need to go vote for student council officers asap in the student council google classroom. Voting closes at 3:10 today!

In Loving Memory of Aisha Quinn Our Upson-Lee High School family is deeply saddened by the passing of one of our own, Aisha Quinn. Aisha’s joyful spirit, kindness, intelligence, and vibrant energy touched the lives of many. She will be deeply missed by her friends, teachers, and all who had the privilege of knowing her. We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. A celebration of Aisha’s life will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025, 11:00 AM in Elizabeth's Chapel of Alfonso Dawson Mortuary, 3000 M.L. King Jr Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30311. Interment, Mt. Harmony Memorial Gardens, Mableton, GA. For more information or the opportunity to leave your condolences or a tribute, click below: https://www.articobits.com/obituaries/alfonso-dawson-mortuary-inc/aisha-quinn-obituary

🎉 Exciting News from the Yearbook Staff! 🎉 We’re proud to announce the leadership team for the upcoming 2025-2026 Upson-Lee High School Yearbook: 📘 Editor-in-Chief: Sarah Kate Bennett 🎨 Managing Editor – Layout & Design: Anna Claire Dean 📝 Managing Editor – Head of Copy: Aisha Derico 📸 Photography Editor: Sydney Carthon These creative and driven students will be leading the charge to produce a yearbook that celebrates the spirit, success, and stories of our school year. We’re excited to see their vision come to life!

Seniors, it's almost that time! Here is the schedule for the remainder of the week. Make sure you have paid your senior dues so you can participate. If you have questions find Mrs. Bentley or Mrs. Knight! Let’s make the most of your final days at ULHS!

Congratulations to Marze’vionn Dixon! He participated in the High School High Tech computer competition and won a new laptop. Students had to complete an essay or PowerPoint project describing how they will use a laptop to transition from high school to either work or post-secondary education. Way to go!

New Security System Implementation Begins Tomorrow Starting tomorrow, our school will implement a new weapons detection system. All students and visitors will be required to walk through this system upon entering the building. To help keep arrival smooth and efficient, we ask that students: • Wear their backpacks on their backs • Have binders in their hands to give to school personnel Bus riders and car riders will receive guidance from bus drivers and school personnel when they arrive. Through testing, we’ve learned that certain items can trigger the system, including: • Metal eyeglass cases • Metal pencil boxes • Flashlights • Umbrellas • Binders These items do not need to be left at home — students are welcome to bring and use them. However, to ease the screening process, students should hold these items in their hands and be ready to hand them to a staff member before passing through the detector. We understand this is a change and may create minor inconveniences. We appreciate your patience and support as we take steps to ensure a safer school environment for everyone. Thank you for your cooperation and positivity!

Want to be a Student Council Officer? If you would like to run for an officer position, select the position, or positions, you would like to run for using this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeD-Z2hI9kljq5uvzSjs4t5JEVB1akH7hM0XcYPT3VxDB8qBw/viewform The deadline to submit your name as a candidate is 3:10pm on Friday May 9th. If you would like to run, you must pay your 25-25 Dues. You can use the CheddarUp link below to pay them. https://my.cheddarup.com/c/25-26-student-council/items

Congratulations to ULHS seniors Breyden Zickefoose and Brodee Hurt who signed to play soccer at Southern Crescent Technical College!!! These young men will trade in their purple, silver, and black for the royal blue, green, and gold of the SCTC Tigers following their graduation from ULHS in May. Way to go, Breyden and Brodee!!! #ULProud #weareUL #ULsoccer

Want to take the ASVAB?? The ASVAB will be administered on May 13th. Students interested in taking the ASVAB can sign up in the guidance office by May 2, 2025.

Upson-Lee Athletics is once again sponsoring free physicals for all athletes! You can get your free physical on May 7th at Upson's-Lee Middle School starting at 3:30pm. Students must pick up a physical form from the athletic department. The first two pages of the physical form must be filled out and signed by a parent or guardian. The student must bring the signed physical with them on May 7th. Physical forms will be outside the athletic department for anyone interested in participating.

📸✨ CALLING ALL CREATORS! ✨📸 Are you into graphic design, photography, or have a talent for social media? Want to be part of something BIG at Upson-Lee High School? The Yearbook Staff is now taking applications for next school year! This is a year-long class where you’ll help capture the memories that make ULHS unforgettable. 👉 Scan the QR code to apply and show us what you’ve got! We’re looking for dedicated, creative, and motivated students ready to work hard and have fun. Spots are limited, so don’t wait—your story starts here. 📖💜⚔️ #ULKnights #YearbookSquad #DesignTheLegacy #ULHS For more information, stop by room 203 to talk with Mr. Norris!

Today our Spanish class participated in a Spanish Verb Review by hunting for verbs tucked into plastic eggs. Students practiced making present progressive verbs, affirmative tú commands, conjugating regular verbs, irregular verbs, and reflexive verbs. There was a prize egg for each class and candy for all students to enjoy! They worked great together helping each other. It was a beautiful day for hunting for verb eggs. "¡Eggcelente!" 🐣

La casa de mis sueños Our Spanish students created their dream home. They used their new vocabulary to label the names of the rooms and the floor levels in a home. They also wrote complete sentences in Spanish answering 20 questions, including writing a short description of their dream home! What an accomplishment! From "hola" in August, to writing complex sentences! Congratulations Spanish students!

Are you interested in being a member of the 2025 - 2026 ULHS Student Council? Please complete the form linked below to apply. Membership is open to all students, whether you have previously been a member or not, as long as you meet the requirements. Deadline to apply is next Wednesday, April 23. Sign up below! You must be logged in with your student ID for it to work. https://forms.gle/jsqH4tXkXUKfY3Fi6

Celebrate Your Achievements at Gordon State's Dual Enrollment to Freshman Night! Gordon State College invites you to a special celebration for our 2025 Dual Enrollment graduates! We are thrilled to recognize your hard work and achievements as a dual enrollment student. During this event, we will: Present you with a special cord to wear during your high school graduation ceremony. Acknowledge those continuing their journey with Gordon State in the fall. Announce the winners of the prestigious Dual Enrollment to Freshman Scholarship! Event Details: 📅 Date: Tuesday, April 29 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM 📍 Location: 419 College Drive Barnesville, GA 30204 (Fine Arts Auditorium) This is your moment to shine and celebrate with your peers, family, and the Gordon State community. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to be recognized for your achievements and to connect with your future Highlander family. Register at the link below: https://visit.gordonstate.edu/event/851589