At Uni High, we strive to foster an environment where everyone, inclusive of race, color, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, political beliefs, ability, language, and religion, will feel welcome, visible, and heard.

Students 4 a Better World is holding its first ever flag football tournament on Oct. 25 at 4-6 p.m. at Noel Park in Champaign. Make a team with your classmates or stop by to cheer. There will be concessions, face paint, and if there’s enough interest, T-shirts! Teams can be made up of 10+ people, and should strive for an equal balance of genders. The team entry fee is $5 per person. Team captains should fill out this form by Oct. 23 to secure a spot in the bracket!
—S4BW Leaders

Submit to the Library Card Design Contest for a chance to win a plastic card & sticker featuring your art! Submissions are due on Oct. 11, so be sure to grab a sheet from the circulation desk ASAP.

Math League is a monthly math competition that occurs right here at Uni during Uni Period.  The first competition will occur on Oct. 22. If you participated last year, you do not need to register.  If you are new to Math League, please sign up here. This competition is open to ANY student, including subbies, and is a great competition for students who are new to competitions You will need your laptop for this individual 30- minute competition. Any student with any math experience is welcome; we want to celebrate your successes with you!
Locations: 
Grades 9-12: Room 206
8th grade: Room 205. 

New School Record Alert! Soccer player Rishabh Prasanth broke the single season goal record against Rantoul on Sept. 30, scoring four goals, for a total of 38 for the season.  This broke the record of 37 in 2017 by Rahi Miraftab-Salo.  With more than four games still to play, Prasanth will set a record that might not be broken for many years.  
The Cross Country boys won the 28 team Spartan Classic, putting them top five in the State rankings.  They are led by the strong Senior class of Ross Kimme, Luke Fahnestock, Pieter Duursma, Kai Swartz, Bruce Tang, and Felix Lee.  

The 2025 John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest™ is once again open for submissions from high school students.The contest deadline is Jan. 17, 2025. This year's topic is: Describe and analyze an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official who served during or after 1917, the year John F. Kennedy was born. Include an analysis of the obstacles, risks, and consequences associated with the act. The essay may concern an issue at the local, state, national, or international level. Awards range from $100 - $10,000. Click the link above for more information. 

The Wellness Room (room 312) is open for students who need a quiet space to take a breather, reset, have self-care, color a coloring sheet, journal, and take a break. It is not used to loiter, study, or hang out with friends. Jason Givens from the SSO supervises the room and is available as a resource to talk or answer questions. We'd love for you to stop by!
The Wellness Room is open to all students during these hours:
Mondays, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Thursdays 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1 p.m.-3:45 p.m.
Fridays 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.-3:45 p.m.

Mark your calendars for Friday, Oct. 18 for the University YMCA Friday Forum + Conversation Café from 12- 1 p.m. Uni alum Jeremy Hobson, (Class of '99), host of the "In the Middle" podcast, will be speaking on the topic of "Giving a Voice to the Middle".
The talk starts shortly after noon and runs for about an hour, including a Q&A session. Plus, attendees will receive a free lunch from Y-Thai!
You can find out more information about the series here. No RSVP is needed. 

Please help feed our wonderful Uni teachers on Thursday, Oct. 24, the evening of fall Parent/Guardian-Teacher Conferences!  As in past years, the PTSA is asking for a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian foods along with set-up and clean-up volunteers. We are still in need of four main dishes, five side dishes/food trays, and three desserts.  There are so many ways you can help!  Please follow this link for more information and to sign up for a slot. Thanks in advance for your support!

The PTSA's October Exec Board meeting will be held Wed, Oct. 16, from 5:30-6:30 p.m., in Uni Room 109. Although only exec board members may vote at these meetings, all Uni families, students and staff are welcome. We will be discussing and voting on our proposed 2024-2025 budget, including the possible creation of a mini-grant program. We will also be voting on and welcoming our new Subbie class parent reps. There is space for more Subbie parent reps, so if you would like more information about the position, contact Mary Kate Arend at uniptsa2021@gmail.com. We hope to see you on Oct. 16!

Did you know that the Parent Fund is not a new campaign but was actually established in 1975? For nearly 50 years, the Uni High Parent Fund has played a vital role in shaping the unique experiences and opportunities available to Uni students. Private support through the Parent Fund ensures that Uni can continue to offer enriching activities, such as no-cut sports, clubs like Scholastic Bowl and Chess Club, and faculty professional development. Support for this fund has been crucial for the past 50 years and will remain essential for the next 150!