Friday, September 19th 2025 Black day #6
GOOD LUCK to the fresh/soph and varsity football teams who are hosting Aplington Parkersburg tonight for homecoming!!!
GOOD LUCK to the freshmen volleyball team who is headed to South Tama tomorrow for a tournament!!
GOOD LUCK to the varsity girls tennis team who is headed to Grinnell tomorrow for Regional Tennis!!!
There will be Academic Decathlon bake sales TODAY after school. Stop by the table outside the office for goodies!!
FROM MR. HOWARD: The highway overlay project on Highway 8 from Highway 218 to Traer began yesterday, September 18th. As a result, the district has to change the site for our bus driver switch, which normally happens at 9 Mile Corner. During this construction project, buses will use the Ollendieck farm, 14825 Dysart Road, in both the morning and afternoon, to make the normal driver switch.
For those interested in signing up (if you are not already signed up) for Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), please email/talk with Mr. Bergmeier or the student leaders, Levi Hadachek, Brynn Albertsen, or Reagan Glenn. There will be a meeting during WIN next week to discuss this year’s plans, including the Veteran’s Day Assembly/Meal.
What is FBLA and what does it do for you?
FBLA is a group that helps high school students prepare for life after school. This includes preparing students for careers in business, leadership and development of skills working both individually and as a team.
The homecoming dance will be in the UHS upper gym on Saturday, September 20 from 8-11pm. Cost is $5 (cash) at the door. You must arrive before 9pm, no one will be let in after that! All detention hours must be served if you want to attend the dance. Cost is $5 at the door.
ALSO something new this year during Homecoming, local businesses will have Homecoming Specials on Saturday Sept 20th! The following Specials are listed so far in our communities:
Harper’s Public House Homecoming Special (Dysart):
25% off total ticket
The Getaway (La Porte City):
Wing Basket Special – $14
Sugar and Spice (Dysart):
1 medium pizza, 2 drinks, large appetizer for $25, carryout only.
LPC Golf Cours (La Porte City):
½ price appetizer with purchase of a large specialty pizza.
Knights Bites (La Porte City):
Hometown touchdown deal (Friday and Saturday Night) – 2 14inch 2 topping pizzas and a 10 inch garlic breadstick for $18.99
Old Stone Bistro (La Porte City):
Specials are Mac n Cheese bowls with BBQ, Buffalo or plain chicken or chicken bacon ranch, taco, pepperoni flatbread with a cookie. 20% off total bill.
2025-2026 YEARBOOKS: If you are interested in purchasing a 25-26 yearbook, here is the link to purchase them. This is different than years past. Please reach out to Mrs. Vogeler with questions.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1071628/Union-High-School/
The La Porte City FFA Ag Museum is looking for student volunteers on 9/28 from 11:00 AM-3:00 PM- this is a great silver cord opportunity. Students will help answer questions at the historical walking tour on main street in La Porte City. Contact Mrs. Damro by September 12 if you are able to help as a silver cord volunteer opportunity.
School photos will be taken on Wednesday, September 24th!! There are extra forms in the office.
Happy Birthday today to: Grady Anderson!!
Lunch today: Knight Sticks (choice: hamburger on a bun) green beans, mandarin oranges, and the fruit/vegetable bar and milk OR grab and go chef salad meal or uncrustable meal.
PLEASE STOP BY THE OFFICE:
KYLAR BERRY
MACY CLAUSEN