University Lab School Weekly Newsletter

Wednesday, December 11
One Great Day of Giving

Thursday, December 19 - Friday, January 3
Winter Break

One Great Day of Giving - Wednesday, Dec. 11
Each year, University Lab School students, faculty, and staff give in a huge 
way to help The Shepherd’s Market, a client-choice food pantry, feed 500+ 
families Christmas dinner. 

This year at the 14th Annual Great Turkey Giveaway, in addition to a 
turkey, fresh produce and homemade bread, families will also receive a 
bag of non-perishables, which is where we come in.

All ULS students are invited to fill a bag with one of each item on the list 
or donate any combination, and volunteers will assemble the bags. Bring 
them to school on Wednesday, December 11!

Thank you for your generosity!
Cranberry sauce
Dressing/Stuffing mix
Evaporated milk
Cornbread mix
Cookie or cake mix
Canned yams/sweet potatoes
Gravy packets
One can each of green beans, corn, and peas or carrots

SEASON OF GIVING
This holiday season, UHS partnered with an organization in North Carolina to provide gifts to adults and children impacted by Hurricane Helene. We are grateful for the opportunity of our families helping theirs.

Sign up to sponsor an adult or child.

ATTENTION CURRENT 8th - 11th GRADERS
Cubs are Going Global!

Announcing our Spring Break Service-Learning Experience for 2026

UHS is excited to offer current 8th to 11th graders an international service-learning opportunity. Join us for a virtual meeting on Tuesday, December 10, at 6:30 p.m. to learn more about this educational opportunity, which includes hands-on service work in a local community, cultural immersion, and fun in the Dominican Republic in the spring of 2026.

This travel opportunity is a safe way for students to bring the classroom to life. They will be immersed in a different culture, experience global issues facing small communities, work alongside locals to improve their community, practice their Spanish language skills, and develop personally.

Please register for our virtual info session (link below) to be considered for this opportunity. In our session, we'll discuss everything from how this opportunity will benefit your child to what's included in the experience, how we'll keep the trip safe and affordable, and much more. If we haven't met yet, it's a good chance to learn more about me as an educator and group leader.

Participation in this session is required, and a parent or guardian must be present. If you cannot attend, select "No, but send info" to stay informed.

Registration link: https://bit.ly/4ghqtnd

K-5 Parent Volunteer Sign Up for Grandparents and Grandfriends Day
You may view Grandparents and Grandfriends Day Volunteer Sign Up here. Thank you!

Important Dates

Please refer to the online school calendar for detailed information.

Mid-Term Exam Schedule
Exams will be given following the schedule below.  Students are required to remain in the testing room for the entire testing period and will be dismissed at the end of the period.

**Students will need to bring their own calculators for their exams.** 

MIDDLE SCHOOL WINTER DANCE
It’s a Country Winter Wonderland

When: December 18th  6-8 PM
Where: Old Gym
Tickets: $10 admission and $7 sandwich sold on i2 Tickets
Ticket Sales close on December 18th at 8 AM

Theme Dress – Causal, Country, Winter fun

There will be a DJ, games, contests, concessions, and lots of fun!

Sponsored by: Middle School Student Council

Important Dates

Please refer to the online school calendar for detailed information.

Mid-Term Exam Schedule
Exams will be given following the schedule below.  Students are required to remain in the testing room for the entire testing period and will be dismissed at the end of the period. 

**Students will need to bring their own calculators for their exams.** 

Fall 2024 Dual Enrollment Exam Schedule

Monday 12/9:  World History

Tuesday 12/10:  English

Wednesday 12/11:  College Algebra Part A

Thursday 12/12:  College Algebra Part B and Chemistry Part A

Friday 12/13:  Biology 2, Spanish IV, Chemistry Part B

Spring 2025 Dual Enrollment Applications
The DE application process consists of two parts:
1. Uploading the Parent Approval Form, qualifying test scores, and College Record (due Fri. 12/6)
2. Completing the online application (due Thurs. 12/12)

To access the Parental Approval Form (PAF), click “classwork” at the top of the DE Google Classroom and follow the directions under the Parent Approval Form_Spring 2025 assignment.

The online application cannot be completed until I have verified your DE course selection(s) on the PAF based on the qualifications for each course. Once your PAF has been approved, you will receive an email from me, sent to your @uhighlsu.com email address, with further instructions for completing the online application.

If at any time you have a question, you may email me at ajrouse@lsu.edu.

Wednesday, December 4th at 5:00 p.m.: Taking Care of Your Whole Self
Join us for an interactive workshop to learn how to support your overall wellbeing. Sam Bruce, Program Manager from Tulane’s Wave of Support, will guide you through tools and resources to help you find balance, connection, and meaning. Participants will explore the 8 Dimensions of Wellness, the importance of self-care, and how to ask for help to take care of their whole selves.

Important Dates

Please refer to the online school calendar for detailed information.

2024 - 2025 Student All Access Pass. Good for all ULS home sporting events with a home venue. Excludes jamborees, scrimmages and playoffs.

Upcoming Games

Please refer to the online school calendar for detailed information.

Visit the Student Life and Parents sections our newly updated website for more important links!

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Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70803
(225) 578-3221
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