A few updates from UHS this week:

Senior Exams

The last week for seniors, including final assessments for those requiring them, will be next week. The exam schedule is linked here. In addition, there will be some requirements in terms of obligations, such as books, charges to the cafeteria, library materials, and Chromebooks that must be met before a student is permitted to participate in graduation. Any obligations that have not been met will result in the student not receiving their cap and gown. It would be best for students to check both with the main office and other staff (such as the cafeteria) next week, since there are not many formal academic responsibilities remaining!

Final Exams in June

We recognize that with the last day of school approaching that some folks have requested the final exam schedule. It is still in draft form but will be here. Because the last day of school was adjusted and we were permitted to move it to June 18, because of approval from the state, the last day will have to be a full day of school. The three days preceding will be half days for final exams. We are planning an activity day for the last day of school, as classes will be mostly complete by that time. Students who may require an exception or reschedule of the exam need to have that approved by administration.
The final schedule is linked here. Please recognize that this is in draft form and may adjust.

Talent Show Tonight

​Come check out ​the many talents of our students and even a few staff with our annual Talent Show at 7:00 p.m., tonight in the UHS auditorium!

Summer Course Opportunities

Dual Enrollment and Early College at Worcester State University (WSU) is excited to announce we are offering four 3-credit summer courses free to students from the nine (9) FIPSE eligible area high school schools for the Summer 2026 (SU26) term, all classes to be held in-person on the WSU campus!  
These courses are completely free for UHS students since our school is a FIPSE eligible partner of WSU. Please note that while tuition, fees, and textbook costs are covered, transportation to and from the WSU campus to attend classes is not included. These are open to rising juniors or ​seniors.
Available FIPSE Courses for Summer 2026
MU-175 CDU: Music in America
Description: A survey of music history and literature in America, including gospel, spirituals, jazz, popular, and classical music.
Schedule: Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Meeting Dates: July 8, 2026 – August 24, 2026
Instructor: Megan Moran, PhD.
 
HE-100 CDU: Personal Health
Description: Covers physical, mental, and emotional aspects of well-being and how to maintain and increase the quality of one's lifestyle.
Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Meeting Dates: July 7, 2026 – August 20, 2026
Instructor: Andrew Piazza, PhD.
 
UR-101 CDU: Intro to Urban Studies
Description: Provides a broad contextual overview of urban life, examining the relationship between humans and their environment.
Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Meeting Dates: July 7, 2026 – August 20, 2026
Instructor: Alan Gordon
 
PS-101 CDU: General Psychology
Description: Introduction to the history of psychology, scientific method, brain/nervous system, development, learning, motivation, personality, and social behavior.
Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Meeting Dates: July 7, 2026 – August 20, 2026
Instructor: Jeremiah Riordon, Ed.D.
 
All classes will be held in-person on the Worcester State campus.
Please know ONLY a Student’s School Counselor can register the student for any of these courses, since the School Counselor can attest the student is academically and socially prepared to participate in, and complete, college level work.
 
Finally, I want to thank those of you who attended ​Town Meeting and have reached out (either before or after) to indicate your support of what we continue to build here at UHS. As I have consistently shared, we will do our best to be responsible stewards of taxpayer resources while building a school that is a source of pride, for ​students, educators, families, and community at large. 

Have a great weekend!