Day 4 Social Media Stressor # 3- FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) This phenomenon is what keeps most on social media. This is the fear of being out of the loop. It keeps you coming back over and over so that you are always connected with others and never left out. It also creates jealousy and FOMO when we see others doing things that we are not part of. FOMO can create a feeling of loneliness and anxiety when we see others having experiences without us. Each time you pick up your phone ask yourself 3 questions before logging into your social media. What For? Why Now? What Else?
Pony Pride Day is tomorrow. Wear school colors and show your UGES pride!
Day 3- Social Media Stressor #2 Social Currency--On social media we become the product that is assigned value. Our social currency value is defined by the number of likes, followers, views etc. that we get. We are allowing others to give us value based on how much they like our highlight reels. The idea of social currency can affect our self worth. Take time tonight to tell your children, family and friends how priceless they are to you.
UGES 5th-8th Choir Concert tonight at 6:30 PM at the Union Grove High School Performance Center. Mrs. Bauer and students rehearsed this morning. THIS is one you don't want to miss.
Day 2- Social Media Stressor #1 Highlight Reel: Social Media is becoming known as the highlight reel, which means everyone shares their best moments that they want people to see. We find ourselves comparing our real lives to others' highlight reels. This constant unrealistic comparison can affect our self esteem and self worth. Remind yourself that what you see on social media is someone's highlight reel not the whole story.
Technology and Mental Health Day 1: Bailey Parnell’s TEDx talk about the impact of social media on our mental health, “Is Social Media Hurting Our Mental Health?” Talks to us about the stressors of social media and gives tips to help turn our social media time into something more positive. Take time to watch this video and use it as a tool of discussion in your home. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Czg_9C7gw0o
PTO Family Fun Night has been canceled for tonight, Friday, April 28. Thank you to everyone who rallied to help out. We are hoping to have this event return in the fall.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED in order to make this event a success. Please sign up to help. https://shorturl.at/qsVY0
PTO FREE Family Fun Night is TOMORROW, April 28 from 6:00-8:00 PM. Fun Night is free and filled with big inflatables to jump the night away. There will be carnival games and concessions (for purchase).
Attention 6th grade parents: Our 6th grade field trip to Weather Day at American Family Field is on their way back to UGES! Please meet your student in the front parking lot for pick up no later than 4:00! Go Brewers!
Attention UGES Families! Our registration deadline for summer school is fast approaching! Please click on the following link to register your child today! Deadline is Friday, May 12th. Please email Mr. Hansen at thansen@uges.k12.wi.us with any questions. Have a great day!
https://forms.gle/skFcy95fPv7hTsp88
PTO Family Fun Night is this Friday, April 28 from 6:00-8:00 PM. Volunteers are needed to make this happen. Sign up now.
6th grade will attend Weather Day at American Family Field on Wednesday. Come dressed for the weather, bring a lunch and snacks. With your ticket purchase, you will receive a free hot dog and bottle of water. Other concessions will be available for purchase, but American Family Field is now cashless. Cashless payment options include credit/debit cards, Brewers Gift Cards, or pre-paid cards. Be sure to look at the permitted/non-permitted items list that was sent home and follow all guidelines. You will be in charge of carrying whatever you bring with you. No cell phones are allowed on the field trip.
We're thrilled to announce the new app for UGES! It's everything UGES, in your pocket.
Download for Android https://bit.ly/3KPVtyl
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3J7Wvo2
8th Graders: Make sure you have a baby and recent picture by Friday, May 5 to create your slide for the graduation slideshow. Parents can email any electronic pictures to jbrede@uges.k12.wi.us and I will forward them to the student's
email. Any questions please let me know.
5th-8th grade Makerspace Workshop open this Friday, April 28 after school until 4:00 PM.
Track practice is canceled for today due to a teacher meeting. The track Feeder Meet held at the high school this Friday, April 28th will charge admission: $2.00 for adults and kids under 12 free.
Earth Week here at UGES. Lots of fun activities...from decorating grocery bags, creating poems, drawing Earth Day comics and cleaning up school grounds.
Remember to wear your retro Earth Day shirts to celebrate.
Also, don't forget the Green Team fundraiser to raise funds for lighting the Pony Path.
https://www.boonsupply.com/collections/619186-union-grove-elementary-school
Join the UGES Team!
After a long week of testing Ms. Monson's 6th grade class rounded out the day working on team building/communication with a blind folded puzzle activity.
