Student/Parent Handbook 2023-2024

Doug G. Barber HEAD OF SCHOOL

Founded in 1893 by Dr Julius Tutwiler Wright

This handbook is intended to serve as a guide to familiarize students and their families with UMS-Wright's programs and opportunities and set forth basic expectations and agreements. Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the contents. We are hopeful that the handbook will answer any questions you may have about academics, security, discipline, school rules, safety, athletics, and other topics. Please understand that no set of rules or guidelines can cover every conceivable situation that might arise at a school. The rules, policies, and procedures outlined in this handbook are intended to apply under normal circumstances However, from time to time, there may be situations that require immediate or nonstandard responses. This handbook does not limit the authority of UMS-Wright to deviate from the normal rules and procedures outlined in this handbook and to deal with individual circumstances as they arise in the manner deemed most appropriate by the school. The policies may also be revised or updated periodically, even during the school year. You will be advised of any changes as they are made electronically (email) or by mail.

The administration, faculty, and staff of UMS-Wright personally and professionally strive to reflect the UMSWright mission "for the UMS-Wright family to educate all students to their highest potential in mind, body, and spirit, and to produce in each student character of the highest possible order." Meeting the lofty mission requires a commitment from all UMS-Wright employees, students, and families as we strive to "achieve the highest goals in life." This handbook provides a non-exclusive resource designed to provide our families with a comprehensive guide for all policies and procedures to meet the mission of UMS-Wright All employees, students, and families are expected to support cheerfully and wholeheartedly all policies and procedures in this handbook.

- Doug G. Barber

MISSION

"For the UMS-Wright Family to educate all students to their highest potential in mind, body, and spirit and to produce in each student character of the highest possible order."

MOTTO

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom

STUDENT PRAYER

Dear Lord and Heavenly Father, As we search for knowledge and wisdom, Grant that we may not forget That Thou art the Giver Of all good and perfect gifts. Teach us to play the game with honor, In our work and in our play. May our words and deeds be such That those who were before us Will not be ashamed, And those who follow after Will find in us

An example of truth and courage The spirit of our school Give to us a noble spirit That we, with our teachers, May go forward to achieve The highest goals in life. Bless our school, And all who teach, And all who learn. And Thine be the honor, And glory forever. Amen.

David Eddington, 1899

ALMA MATER

In the name of Julius T Wright, sing all voices old and new In praise of our beloved school, may faithful hearts be true. In the halls his spirit lingers building strength, integrity, And those who come and go through them will find serenity. Even though the faces change, our spirit here remains because our memories always draw us home. In hearts and minds that grow, all sons and daughters know, we have more than a school - we have a home

In the name of Julius T Wright, may our words and deed be such that grey and crimson spirit shall live on -

UMS-Wright

2023-2024 POLICY PAGE

CREDIT RECOVERY POLICY

Starting in the 3rd grade, there may not be two failures in a three-year period in the same subject area. If this occurs, students may not enroll for the next school year.

UNIFORM GRACE PERIOD

Either logo on the uniform will be allowed for the 2023-2024 school year. Beginning in the 2024-2025 school year, only the new logo will be allowed on uniforms.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL

LOWER: K3* - 4th GRADE

Each school day, the Lower School begins at 7:40 a.m. and ends at 2:50 p.m. Lunch schedules are scheduled by grade level and are available in the Lower School office. *K3 will dismiss at 2:35 p.m. each day.

MIDDLE: 5th - 8th GRADE

Each school day, the Middle School begins at 7:40 a m and ends at 2:55 p m

All 7 periods meet and rotate each day

Should we miss a day of school for any unforeseen reason, that day of the rotation will be skipped. Middle school assemblies are held on Thursdays. Pep rallies are held on Fridays. For a complete bell schedule see below.

UPPER: 9th - 12th GRADE

Each school day, the Upper School begins at 7:40 a m and ends at 2:55 p m

All 7 periods meet and rotate each day

Should we miss a day of school for any unforeseen reason, that day of the rotation will be skipped Upper School assemblies are held on Thursdays. Pep rallies are held on Fridays. For a complete bell schedule see below.

EARLY CHECKOUT AND LATE CHECK-IN

Grades K3-4

For a student to be dismissed for a period of time during the school day, it is preferable that the parent email the classroom teacher and email or call the lower school secretary indicating the time and reason for the dismissal along with the estimated time of return to campus. If it is necessary for a student to leave campus during the day because of illness, he/she must report to the Lower School Office where someone will call the student’s parent A student should not call home about leaving campus until he/she has reported to the Lower School Office Lower School students must be picked up in the Lower School Office and returned to the Lower School Office. For checkouts and returns to campus, the parent should not go to his/her child’s classroom. No early check uts after 2:15 pm.

Grades 5-12

For a student to be dismissed for a period of time during the school day, the parent must email the division secretary indicating the time and reason for the dismissal along with the estimated time of return to campus. If it is necessary for a student to leave campus during the day because of illness, he/she must report to the appropriate division office where the student’s parent will be contacted A student should not call home about leaving campus until he/she has reported to the appropriate division office Students must sign out in the appropriate division office when they leave campus and sign in when they return.

UMS-Wright Preparatory School, although a private school, is held accountable for enforcing a student’s regular attendance at school as outlined under the Alabama Compulsory Attendance Law of 1975. This law states that unexcused absences as outlined below “...shall result in the student being considered truant.”

Absences because of personal illness, serious illness in a student’s immediate family, and certain emergency situations are considered to be excused absences In addition, students in families observing any religious or cultural holidays need only give written notice to the appropriate division office in order to have the absences excused

Absences resulting from approved college visits, school competitions, or any other school-related absence will not apply to the absence maximum. Such absences, while not counting against a student, will be noted as a school-related absence.

Grades K3-4

If a student is ill at home or if there is an emergency situation, the parent should call the Lower School Office by 9:00 a m Missing work requests called in after 10:00 a m may not be fulfilled until the next school day

Grades K5-4: A student who misses 12 or more days of school will be placed on Academic Probation. At that time, a conference will be held to document a plan of action. Should a student fail to meet the requirements of the determined plan, he/she may be retained in the present grade or withdrawn from UMS-Wright.

A student with more than 15 tardies to school will be placed on Academic Probation, and the same guidelines will apply as to those students with 12 or more absences.

Grades 5-12

A student who misses 10 or more periods of a semester-long course or 20 or more periods of a year-long course will be placed on Academic Probation for that course. At that time, a conference will be held to document a plan of action Should a student fail to meet the requirements of the determined plan, he/she may be required to attend summer school or withdrawn from UMS-Wright. Students who miss 15 or more periods of 3 or more courses will not be eligible to re-enroll at UMS-Wright Preparatory School the following school year.

A student with more than 25 tardies to a specific course will be placed on Academic Probation, and the same guidelines will apply as to those students with 10 or 20 absences.

If a student is ill at home or if there is an emergency situation, the parent should call the appropriate grade level office by 9:00 a.m. to have an excused absence. Middle and Upper School students should contact their teacher(s) by email to request missed classwork and homework assignments.

Students who miss school on the day of an athletic event must have permission to participate in the athletic event from the principal or athletic director

Students represent the school both on and off-campus and are expected to wear the proper uniform in the correct manner each day It is the responsibility of each student to be certain that he/she is correctly attired and wellgroomed. Parents are asked to be responsible for maintaining the uniform. All items should be promptly mended, repaired, or replaced when such maintenance becomes necessary. All faculty members are directly responsible for enforcing the personal appearance policy as soon as the violation is observed.

Guidelines and Regulations

Students must adhere to these uniform regulations

Blouses and shirts will be tucked in at all times in such a way that belts and/or waistbands are clearly visible. Clothes and shoes will be in good repair. Shoes must be worn properly at all times. Tennis, basketball, or similar casual shoes may never be worn with the uniform unless otherwise prescribed by a physician or an administrator. Appropriate socks should be worn each day-girls white socks/boys black socks. The school uniform policy encompasses a variety of choices for students to use for warmth during most cold weather conditions in Mobile This outwear is defined as UMS-Wright sweatshirt/fleece [purchased from Zoghby's/The General], UMS-Wright sports/clubs outerwear [purchased from BSN], or a white sweater [K3K5 girls only].

If students choose to wear t-shirts under the uniform, the t-shirt must be plain white without writing or logos that show through the uniform shirt. It also is not acceptable for the t-shirt sleeve to extend beyond the cuff of the sleeve of the uniform shirt.

Writing on or altering the uniform in an unusual manner is unacceptable

Young ladies’ jumpers and skorts must be the appropriate length mentioned in the uniform descriptions.

The guiding standard regarding hair is that it be neatly groomed and that it not be of an unusual style or unnatural color. Haircuts with significantly uneven features (e.g. very short in some places and much longer in others) are not permitted. Young men ’ s hair should be at least above the eyebrow, above the top of the ear, cannot be on the collar, and cannot be long The growth of facial hair is not permitted Sideburns should be trimmed so that they are not excessively thick and do not reach below the bottom of the ear. Ponytails and/or dreadlocks are not permitted for young men.

Young ladies’ accessories should be limited to barrettes, hair ribbons, and modest jewelry. Young men ’ s accessories are limited to modest necklaces and rings. Young men may not wear earrings, or have visible piercings at school or during a school event It is not permitted for tattoos to be visible during the school day or at any school event Young women may not have non-traditional piercings.

Senior girls may have their initials embroidered in white or light gray on their white shirt.

1st-4th Girl

1st - 4th Boy

5th - 12th Girl

5th - 12th Boy

OUR ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION

Any student of good moral character, regardless of race, creed, color or disability, who has demonstrated the ability to carry the scholastic program as outlined, is eligible for admission to UMS-Wright, provided there is a vacancy in the class for which an application is made. Students are selected through entrance examinations, past performance and/or recommendations on the basis of their ability to perform college preparatory work. The school reserves the right at any time to refuse admission or readmission to anyone. Admission to UMS-Wright for one school year does not guarantee subsequent admission(s) to any student

UMS-Wright accepts and classifies transfer credits from regional or state-accredited schools without further verification. Credits from non-accredited schools or credits from home-schools shall be accepted only when validated by examination or by scholastic performance successfully completed after entering UMS-Wright Preparatory School. Any student who withdraws from UMS-Wright must reapply and follow the procedures of a new student applying for admission

PROMOTION POLICY

Lower School

In order for a student to be promoted to the next grade level, he/she must demonstrate mastery of key concepts identified at each grade level. In grade levels where numerical grades are given, a student must pass core subjects of English Language Arts (Reading/Writing/Grammar/Spelling) and Math with a yearly average of 70 or above to demonstrate readiness for the next grade level In grade levels that are standards' based (those that do not give a numerical grade), a student must be achieving Master and/or Satisfactory in a majority of the Developmental Areas in order to be promoted to the following grade level.

Middle School

In order for a student in grades 5-8 to be promoted to the next grade, he/she must earn a grade of 70 or above in all courses in which numerical grades are given If a student does not earn a 70 or above in a particular course, he/she must enroll in a summer school opportunity at UMS-Wright Students are allowed to make up no more than two courses per summer and must earn a grade of 70 or above in the summer course.

Upper School

In order to be promoted in the Upper School, a student must pass the prescribed number of Carnegie units as outlined in his/her class course of study so that his/her graduation will not be delayed Should a student not earn adequate Carnegie units each year, he/she may not be able to progress with his/her class to graduation

In order for a student in grades 9-12 to be promoted to the next grade, he/she must earn a grade of 70 or above in all courses taken. If a student does not earn a 70 or above in a particular course, he/she must enroll in a summer school opportunity at UMS-Wright. Students are allowed to recover no more than two courses per summer, and must earn a grade of 70 or above in that particular course during the on-campus summer school experience

ACADEMIC HELP SESSIONS

Lower School

Lower school academic help sessions are available from 2:50-3:10 and/or during scheduled "flex times" as documented in the teacher's schedules throughout the day. If a student is identified as needing assistance with a concept beyond what is provided during the instructional day, a teacher may require a student's attendance at a help session. Should a parent see their child needing assistance with a current concept, they may request a help session from his/her teacher. Should a child need help on previously taught material and/or require more consistent additional assistance, formal tutoring may be recommended through our Academic Support Department Parents of students participating in a help session are asked to pick their child up at the end of afternoon carpool

Middle and Upper School

In addition to Academic Prep which is held each morning from 7:20-7:40, students may schedule extra help sessions after school with teachers. After-school help sessions in the middle and upper school must be scheduled in advance (in person or via email) by the student If a student is identified as needing assistance with a concept beyond what is provided during the instructional day, a teacher may require a student’s attendance at a help session

ACADEMIC DIFFICULTY

A student is considered to be in academic difficulty if he or she has below a 75 in any course. Students in academic difficulty are encouraged to attend morning prep sessions and/or afternoon help sessions Teachers or any administrator may require that students attend morning and/or afternoon help sessions.

ACADEMIC PROBATION

A student is considered to be on academic probation if he or she has below a 70 in any course throughout the year Upper School students on academic probation may be required to attend Saturday school sessions until he or she is no longer on academic probation. Seniors on academic probation immediately lose their freedom to leave campus during their independent period and are required to report to the Office of Curriculum and Instruction each day during their independent period until they are no longer on academic probation.

ACADEMIC INELIGIBILITY

A student is placed on academic ineligibility if he or she receives a final grade below 70 in more than two subjects in a quarter or semester. The student in such standing is ineligible to be present at any practice session, competition or to participate in any co-curricular activity. The student remains ineligible until grades are recorded at mid-quarter or at the end of the quarter (whichever is first). This ineligibility does not apply to activities that have a direct reflection on an academic grade, or to try-outs for an activity which will compete/perform in the following grading period

COURSE OFFERINGS

Lower School

Students will take the following courses as they progress through Lower School in addition to the core subject areas

Guidance

Library

Music

Physical Education

Science Lab

Technology

World Language

Writing Lab

Middle School

English Language Arts

(5th) Reading 5 and English 5

(6th) Reading 6 and English 6

(7th) English 7 or Honors English 7

(8th) English 8 or Honors English 8

Mathematics

(5th) Math 5

(6th) Math 6

(7th) Math 7 or PreAlgebra

(8th) PreAlgebra or Algebra I

Science

(5th) STEM 5

(6th) STEM 6 / Earth Science

(7th) STEM 7 / Life Science

(8th) STEM 8 / Physical Science

Elective Offerings

Social Studies

(5th) Social Studies 5: Ancient History

(6th) Social Studies 6: Medieval History

(7th) Social Studies 7: Modern History

(8th) Social Studies 8: American History

World Languages

(5th) Introductory Spanish

(6th) Exploratory Spanish and Exploratory French

(7th) Spanish A or French A

(8th). Spanish B or French B

(5th) All students will participate in a rotation consisting of: Exploratory Band, Drama, Chorus & Technology

(6th) All students will choose two elective courses that rotate throughout the year

(7th) All students will choose up to four elective classes, depending on length

(8th) All students will choose up to three elective classes, depending on length

COURSE OFFERINGS CONTINUED

Upper School

Minimum

(1/2 credit = 1 semester) Credit Required

English 4 ( 9th) English 9, Honors English 9

(10th) English 10, Honors English 10

(11th) English 11, AP Language and American Literature

(12th) English 12 Rhetoric & Composition, English 12 Literature & Composition, AP Literature and Composition

Mathematics 4

(9th) Algebra I, Honors Geometry

(10th) Geometry, Honors Geometry, Algebra II, Honors Algebra II

(11th) Algebra II, Honors Algebra II, Precalculus, AP Precalculus

(12th) Algebra III, Precalculus, AP Precalculus, Calculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Statistics

Science 4

(9th) Biology, Honors Biology

(10th) Chemistry, Honors Chemistry

(11th) Physics, Honors Physics

(12th) Environmental Science/Marine Science. Anatomy/Forensic Science, AP Physics 1

Honors Human Biology, AP Biology, AP Chemistry

History/Social Science 4

(9th) World History I, Honors World History I

(10th) World History II, AP European History

(11th) US History, AP U.S. History

(12th) AP U.S. Government and Politics/Honors Economics

U.S. Government/Macroeconomics

World Languages 2

Note – Two years of the same language required in consecutive years, routinely in grades 9 and 10

Spanish I, II, III, and IV; Honors Spanish I, II, III, and IV; AP Spanish Language

French I, II, III, and IV; Honors French I, II, III and IV, AP French Language

Visual and Performing Arts 1

Electives 4

TOTAL: 23

GRADING SYSTEMS

90-100 = A

80-89 = B

70-79 = C

Grades below 70 are considered failing grades

P = Pass

F = Fail

WP = Withdrawn, Passing

WF = Withdrawn, Failing

WM = Withdrawn, Medical

S = Satisfactory

N = Needs Improvement

U = Unsatisfactory

Semester grades in Middle and Upper School are determined by averaging the 2 quarter grades with the semester exam. The two quarter averages determine 90% of the semester grade for grades 5-8 and 80% of the semester grade for grades 9-12. The semester exam determines 10% of the semester grade for grades 5-8 and 10% of the semester grade for grades 9-12.

Example for grades 9-12:

Quarter 1 86 (45% of semester average)

Quarter 2 77 (45% of semester average)

Exam 80 (10% of semester average)

Final Semester 1 Average: 81.35

Example for grades 7-8:

Quarter 1 86 (45% of semester average)

Quarter 2 77 (45% of semester average)

Exam 80 (10% of semester average)

Final Semester 1 Average: 81.35

GRADE POINT AVERAGE

The Academic Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated using only core courses and academic electives There are two kinds of Academic Grade Point Averages, weighted and unweighted When calculating the Weighted Academic GPA, Honors courses are weighted at a value of four points, and AP courses are weighted at a value of six points. The actual grade earned appears on the report card and transcript with the weighting taking place in the Academic GPA calculator. Students are also given a weighted 4.0 GPA. The weighted 4.0 GPA includes all creditbearing courses, with Honors and AP courses receiving an extra point each.

STANDARDIZED TESTING

The Curriculum and Instruction Department directs the administration of standardized tests as well as Advanced Placement examinations. Testing dates will be communicated with students and parents at the start of each school year.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSEWORK & DISTINCTION

Advanced Placement courses are college-level courses, and students who take these courses and perform well on the College Board’s Advanced Placement exams can potentially earn college credit. Each college/university sets its own policies in terms of what courses and scores they will award credit for, and students should consult the specific college or university they are interested in attending for that institution’s policies regarding the AP program, or our College Counseling Office

Because AP courses are college-level courses, and because students enrolled in such courses are a year or more away from college, enrolling in AP courses should not be undertaken lightly but in full consultation with one ’ s teachers, counselors, and parents. Factors that impact whether or not a student is enrolled in an AP course include whether or not a student meets the prerequisites for the course, the student’s overall course load, and the student’s overall extracurricular schedule along with the social and emotional maturity of the student AP Capstone is a diploma program based on two yearlong AP courses: AP Seminar and AP Research. These courses are designed to complement other AP courses that the AP Capstone student may take.

Students are required to take the Advanced Placement Examinations through the College Board. Students bear the expense of any AP examinations Should a student fail to take the AP exam, 10 points will be deducted off the student’s earned semester 2 grade in the course

UMS-Wright limits students to completing no more than two AP courses during their sophomore year. It is recommended that students complete no more than four AP courses in the eleventh grade and no more than six in twelfth grade. Students are limited to taking no more than twelve AP classes over the course of their academic career at UMS-Wright, unless permission is obtained through the Curriculum and Instruction Department

ON CAMPUS DEVIATION

Students who do not complete their studies on campus will not be awarded a UMS-Wright diploma, will not participate in graduation or other privileges or membership in the senior class, and will not appear among the graduates in the yearbook

PREREQUISITES

AND TEACHER RECOMMENDATIONS

To enroll in Honors and AP courses, a student must receive a recommendation. Recommendations are determined based on the following criteria:

Attendance and work ethic

Performance in prerequisite coursework

Contributions made to the learning process that indicate intellectual engagement and curiosity in the subject Strong ability to analyze, evaluate, problem solve, and conceptualize new ideas

Maturity necessary to work with more controversial and challenging works/topics

EXAM PROCEDURES AND EXEMPTIONS

At the end of each semester, students in grades 7-12 are given a semester exam. These exams constitute 10% of Upper School and 10% of Middle School semester grades.

All students in grades 9-12 must take all of their year-long academic exams at the conclusion of the fall semester Only Seniors can exempt their non-AP semester-long academic courses during the fall semester, provided they have an 87 or better in the course and have no more than 3 total absences (excused or unexcused) for the course in which they are attempting to exempt. Seniors must take exams in any AP semester-long fall courses.

Students in grades 9-11 may earn an exemption from one second semester exam, providing they earn an 87 or better in the course and have no more than 8 total absences-4 per semester (excused or unexcused) for the course in which they are attempting to exempt. 5 tardies, excused or unexcused, per quarter will equal 1 absence. Only Seniors can exempt all classes’ spring semester exams for which they have an 87 or better and have no more than 8 total absences4 per semester (excused or unexcused) for the course in which they are attempting to exempt.

MAKE UP WORK

Students, not the teachers, are responsible for being informed of and making up work If a student is absent, he or she has the equivalent of the number of days absent to make up and submit missed assignments. For example, if a student were absent one day, he or she has the following school day to get assignments and instructions from his or her teacher and must complete and turn these in the following day. If a student were absent two days, the work would be due on or before the third day back. In cases of prolonged illness (any illness over three days), an extension may be requested to his or her teacher.

It is understood that some work is impossible to complete, e.g. group assignments, science labs, etc. In these cases, the teacher will decide an appropriate assignment for the student to complete.

SCHEDULE CHANGES

Requests for schedule changes must be made within the first three weeks of the course and approved by the Curriculum and Instruction Department. If a course is dropped after this date, the course will be noted on the student transcript, and will indicate one of the following, depending on the student’s grade at the time of withdrawal: “W” for withdrawn or “WF” for withdrawn-failing. Due to the pace of instruction, students may not begin an AP or Honors level class after the seventh day of school. Schedule changes are not approved based on personal preferences Requests made to change the period of an independent period will not be accepted

INFUSED EDUCATION

Every day UMS-Wright guides students to reach their highest potential in mind, body, and spirit through a curriculum that is infused with the best educational practices. Preparing students to be successful in college, the workforce, and the community involves more than teaching core subject principles. UMS-Wright believes that valuable skills need to be developed and infused with the rigorous academic curriculum While “infused education” is a newer term, it is not a new concept for UMS-Wright. Critical thinking, thoughtful debate, hands-on activities, collaboration, and much more have infused the education at UMS-Wright for many years. At the core of infused education, the most valuable asset in each classroom is the teacher. Energetic, knowledgeable, and passionate teachers develop students who also become energetic, knowledgeable, and passionate learners. To ensure students have the best possible educational experience, the students and teachers need to have the appropriate tools in order to achieve the school’s mission of reaching each student’s highest potential Over time, teachers have infused technology into education through various resources such as computer labs, SMARTboards, learning management systems, numerous software and cloud-based services, and STEM-related equipment. To provide the greatest access to these resources and more, students are issued school-leased devices. With technology advancing at an everincreasing pace, UMS-Wright is committed to providing the most up-to-date technology. For this reason, all teacher and student devices are replaced every three years. Coupling talented teachers with powerful devices today leads to endless possibilities for student success tomorrow As we foster growth in mind, body, and spirit, our goal is to prepare UMS-Wright students to become accomplished members of society.

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

ACADEMIC SUPPORT MISSION

The mission of UMS-Wright's Academic Support Program is to offer supplemental instruction and focus for students with various learning differences Age-appropriate accommodations are individually designed using a teambased approach including expertise from a variety of professionals. The UMS-Wright academic support team includes: content-area learning specialists, special education teachers, contracted speech/occupational therapists, school counselors, administrators, and a contracted psychometrist.

THE MODELS

Without curriculum modification, UMS-Wright’s Academic Support Program is based on two distinct models of instruction: Guided Study and Second Delivery. Through the use of the Guided Study program, the focus is centered around developing self-discipline and necessary skills to overcome academic challenges, such as organization and time management. The primary goal is to aide in a student’s executive functioning and to help facilitate a student’s efforts to become more independent in processing information. Recognizing how a student processes information most effectively improves study and test taking skills. Individual student growth improves success/motivation and thereby, grows the whole child in the UMS-Wright tradition of mind, body, and spirit.

The Second Delivery of Instruction Model provides a second dose of content area classroom or Orton Gillingham’s remedial Reading instruction to students in grade specific smaller classroom settings. The smaller class sizes allow these content area specialists/Dyslexia Practitioners to reinforce fundamentals and provide more individual/groupbased support. The students enrolled in these classes based on current psychoeducational testing, represent a documented need for re-teaching, remediation, and/or pre-teaching to experience overall academic success.

While mainstreamed into the regular curriculum, the models of academic support instruction are determined in conjunction with appropriate class selections with the students and parents to establish the basis for overall positive learning experiences. While holding true to our program ’ s vision of achieving a family-centered learning environment, the program director and learning specialists ensure consistent parent/teacher education and communication The team believes in continuous growth and therefore proactively monitors the progress and growth of all UMS-Wright students through formative/summative data collection and/or through the usage of the school’s Fast ForWord, computer adapted program.

THE EDUCATION PLAN

Through the use of formal classroom observations, teacher/parent input, universal screenings/progress monitoring, and/or formal psychological testing and rating scales, the team facilitates and individualizes learning profiles on each student based on their strengths and weaknesses. From the learning profile, the academic support team creates an Academic Support Plan (A.S.P.) to document the child’s strengths and weaknesses.

The plan recognizes how each student processes instruction most effectively and in accordance with UMS-Wright tradition, helps all students pursue their highest academic potential. The student-centered academic support plan was designed with the intention of creating an environment that unites parent and faculty involvement, to address and meet the individual student’s dynamic learning/emotional needs. This united, team approach is intended to be proactive in aiding students’ abilities to meet and overcome academic challenges without allowing them to adversely affect their educational performance

COLLEGE COUNSELING

The College Counseling Office serves students in grades 7-12, providing classroom guidance and individualized support to students as they learn about and navigate the college admissions process. The Director of College Counseling sends official transcripts, letters of recommendation, and school reports to colleges. The office hosts college/university representatives on campus each fall to familiarize students with a variety of institutions Staff members also assist students with essay writing, interview skills, and scholarship/financial aid questions. Independent and family conferences take place regularly to assist students and their families. The office also coordinates many college and career exploration events throughout the year.

COLLEGE CAMPUS VISITS

Seniors and Juniors are allowed two excused college campus tour visits per year. Sophomores and freshmen are allowed one excused college campus tour visit per year. Prior to the visit, the student must complete an online form, available through the College Counseling Office, in order for the visit to be excused. Official athletic visits, interviews, and auditions are campus visits that may also be excused with prior approval. Visits to colleges and visits with college representatives on UMS-Wright’s campus are considered school-related absences and are not counted against a student’s exam exemption Students are responsible for notifying their teachers of their absence to plan for any work missed.

CAREER SHADOWING

Seniors and Juniors are allowed one excused absence per year to shadow a professional in a field in which they are interested Students must complete an online form through the College Counseling Office prior to the shadowing date in order for the absence to be excused. Students are responsible for notifying their teachers of their absence to plan for any work missed.

TRANSCRIPT HOLDS

Transcript holds will be placed on students who have a financial hold, academic hold, or technology return hold. No transcripts will be sent until these holds have been cleared.

COUNSELING

UMS-Wright promotes healthy student development and functioning via a comprehensive and collaborative approach to mental health, academics, and student life. Counselors work in collaboration with servicing providers to create, develop, and implement behavioral plans that empower students to be successful in and out of the classroom.

UMS-Wright has a lower school counselor who works with students in grades K3-4, a middle school counselor serving grades 5-8, an upper school counselor who works with students in grades 9-12 UMS-Wright counselors work to encourage and support students by helping them understand their abilities, identify interests, and set goals. Counselors also assist students in their relationships with teachers, family, and peers, and they help students devise coping strategies when dealing with anxiety, social situations or stress-provoking experiences. Counselors work with students individually, in small groups and in classroom activities. UMS-Wright counselors work with students to help them face, rather than avoid, anxiety-provoking situations. When anxiety occurs in certain situations, it has become a learned response and it is a question of learning a new (relaxed) response; our counselors help students devise plans that will help them to practice new responses to old triggers.

Our counselors also present information to students in large groups and to families in evening meetings. The counseling department is committed to ensuring privacy, confidentiality, and fairness.

In continuing our efforts to educate students to their highest potential in mind, body, spirit and character, the counselors will collaborate with servicing providers to ensure that students receive the care they need UMS-Wright reserves the right to provide students and parents with opportunities best suited for students and the UMS-Wright school community or environment.

HONOR & CONDUCT

CODE OF CONDUCT

A UMS-Wright student is honest. A UMS-Wright student is self- disciplined. A UMS-Wright student is respectful. A UMS-Wright student is prompt. A UMS-Wright student is neat.

THE HONOR SYSTEM

The Honor System is a code of ethics governing the conduct of the students of UMS-Wright in all matters pertaining to personal honesty and integrity. It is an expression of the desire of the students, faculty, and the administration to provide that atmosphere of living in which qualities of mutual trust, respect, and integrity prevail. A student at UMSWright observes at all times the principles of honor and integrity and in doing so, a UMS-Wright student will not lie, cheat, steal, or engage in any other dishonest act, nor will he/she assist others in the commission of these acts.

Cases involving honor violations in grades 5-12 are heard by the schoolʼ s Honor Council composed of students elected by their classmates. This council makes recommendations to the grade level principal regarding its decisions. It has been only on rare occasions that the findings of the Honor Council have not been upheld by the grade level principal.

HONOR COUNCIL PROBATION

A student who has been involved in an Honor Council violation while in grades 9-12 at UMS-Wright is placed on Honor Council probation. A student on Honor Council probation who is involved in a second Honor Council violation is subject to severe disciplinary action which may include dismissal. In addition, in an Honor Council violation where the student displays a blatant and deliberate disregard for the basic principles of the Honor System, the student may be dismissed from UMS-Wright even though he/she was not on probation at the time of the violation. Violations in grades 5-8 will be addressed by the officers of the Honor Council. Middle School students may be placed on Honor Council probation for periods of time deemed appropriate by the Honor Council and/or administration.

SYSTEM OF CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE

UMS-Wright reserves the right to review all cases of conduct, discipline and honor on a case-by-case basis. The ultimate goal of the system of conduct and discipline at UMS-Wright is to help the individual student and the student body as a whole achieve self-discipline The trait of self-discipline is one that has been a trademark of UMSWright students since the schoolʼ s founding. A significant aspect of self-discipline is that it is demonstrated by correct action on the part of the student at all times, even when someone in authority is not present. It is the belief of the administration and faculty of UMS-Wright that the student is likely to achieve self-discipline if he/she fully understands what is expected of him/her as a UMS-Wright student. It is also felt that a clear understanding of the rules and regulations of the school promotes a feeling of team spirit or pride in organization which is necessary in accomplishing and maintaining good discipline This section is aimed at achieving such an understanding

UMS-Wright institutes a Disciplinary Review Committee consisting of administrators and lead teachers from each school division. The committee will meet and review matters of serious conduct violations. The Disciplinary Review Committee will make recommendations of suspension and/or expulsion to the appropriate division Principal if deemed necessary.

Level One Misconduct: A student who engages in any of the behaviors listed below may be subject to discipline, including detention time, suspension for up to one day and disciplinary probation.

SYSTEM OF CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE CONTINUED

Level Two Misconduct: A student who engages in any of the behaviors listed below or is on behavior probation and engages in any listed acts may be suspended from school up to three days, face detention time or expulsion

1. Repeat Honor Code or Level One Misconduct violations

2. Fighting

3. Verbal or written threats to a student or staff member

4 Inappropriate use of the schoolʼ s computerized communication system

5 Hazing or Bullying

6. Possession of alcohol or controlled substance at school or school sponsored event.

7. Any inappropriate or illegal act which directly or indirectly jeopardizes the health, safety, reputation or property of UMS-Wright, school personnel, other students or one ʼ s self.

ALCOHOL AND DRUG POLICY

Possessing, selling, furnishing, giving away, distributing, transferring, obtaining, using, or consuming, alcoholic beverages or any controlled substance in any quantity at school or any school-sponsored activity, or admitting to any of the same will be considered a level two misconduct.

Additionally, if the student remains in school, the student will be placed on behavior probation as well as cocurricular probation if the event occurs while the student is under the supervision of UMS-Wright personnel, on or off-campus Co-curricular probation does not allow the student to participate in or attend any after school activity (see Co-Curricular probation).

ALCOHOL AND DRUG TESTING POLICY Policy Objectives

1. To create and maintain a safe, drug-free environment for all students and employees.

2. To reduce the likelihood of incidents of accidental personal injury and/or damage to student or property.

3 To minimize the likelihood that school property will be used for illicit drug activities

4. To protect the reputation of UMS-Wright and its population.

Substance abuse can be a serious threat to the school, its students, visitors, and employees. Though the percentage of substance abusing employees/students may be relatively small, practical experience and research indicate that appropriate precautions are necessary. It is the belief of UMS-Wright that the benefits derived from a drug and alcohol testing policy outweigh the potential inconvenience to students and employees UMS-Wright earnestly solicits understanding and cooperation of all students and parents in implementing this policy.

For the purpose of this policy, students and employees of UMS-Wright are individuals who are officially enrolled as students in grades 9-12, individuals who are on the schoolʼ s payroll as employees, and individuals who may assist with school-related activities in an official capacity. In order to enforce these rules, the school reserves the right to require all students/employees to submit to drug and/or alcohol testing to determine the presence of prohibited substances at any time prior to, during or following school hours, including during school sponsored functions and extracurricular activities or while under the supervision or care of UMS-Wright.

Pursuant to school policy, UMS-Wright reserves the right to utilize hair, breath, saliva or urinalysis testing procedures. These drug and/or alcohol screenings may be unannounced and may encompass a percentage of students the administration deems beneficial Parents will be billed for cost of the individual drug screening Students, once tested, will enter the random pool for testing throughout the school year.

This service will be performed by Psychemedics Corporation. Psychemedics will provide immunoassay technology in the analysis of hair samples obtained by a trained employee of UMS-Wright. These samples will be collected on site at the appropriate school location. The results of the analysis will be presented by Psychemedics Corporation to a designated school representative The first time a student or employee tests positive on an alcohol or drug test, the individual will be required to undergo counseling and may be subject to disciplinary action including suspension. In order for the individual to be returned to good standing, the student or employee must take a follow-up alcohol or drug test and test negative on the test within the time frame the drugs or alcohol will be naturally removed from the body. The student or employee will be responsible for the cost of any follow-up test and must have the retest conducted through UMS-Wrightʼ s drug testing provider. Any subsequent positive test result will result in disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion/termination from UMS-Wright

Additionally, UMS-Wright reserves the right to test students for cause.

Typical Reasons For Concern

*Observable actions while at school, such as direct observation of substance abuse or the physical symptoms or manifestation of impairment due to substance abuse

*A report of substance abuse provided by a reliable and credible source

*Evidence that a student has caused or contributed to an accident while at school, on school premises, or at school sponsored/endorsed events

*Evidence that a student has used, possessed, sold or solicited alcohol or a controlled substance while at school, while on the premises or at school sponsored/endorsed events

*Excessive unexcused or unexplained absenteeism or tardiness

*Significant deterioration of grades or performance in school situations

*Significant change in personality (such as mood swings, euphoria, depression, abusive behavior, violence, secretiveness, insolence, or insubordination)

*Unusual or erratic behavior that cannot be readily explained

*Changes in personal hygiene or demeanor

*Reddened eyes or dilated pupils

*Odors of alcohol or controlled substance

*Significant change in physical appearance

*Slurred or incoherent speech

*Difficulty in motor coordination

When there is reasonable suspicion that a student may be in possession of a substance, the student may be required, as a condition of continued enrollment, to submit to a search of clothing, personal lockers, purses, lunch boxes, book bags, or other containers, desks or personal vehicles. Searches will be conducted by the Director of Campus Safety and Security with approval by the division Principal or Head of School.

Cell phones & Wearable Technology

UMS-Wright recognizes that cell phones can provide a great convenience for students and their families, especially with the vast number of after-school activities UMS-Wright offers. We also understand there is a sense of security and convenience for our parents and students with respect to having a personal device on campus. However, the use of cell phones can be a disruption to the learning process This policy is designed to protect the instructional program as well as provide added safety and security for our students and faculty while accommodating home/school communication ability for our students and parents.

Students will be subject to disciplinary action if they are discovered to be using, or to have been using, their cell phones during instructional time of the school day. UMS-Wright reserves the right to search and seize a cell phone when a student is under suspicion of violating policies of UMS-Wright

Cell phones with video options are never to be used in the school’s buildings or on the campus to photograph or record students or staff members. Students who do photograph or record students, including themselves or staff members, may be subject to severe discipline. In particular, students must never photograph or record either students or staff members and then forward copies to other individuals’ cell phones or post copies on the Internet or social media Such conduct will result in very severe consequences, which may include expulsion from UMSWright.

Lower School Cell Phone and Wearable Technology Policy

If a student chooses to bring wearable technology to school, they do so at their own risk. Communication via the wearable technology device during school hours (7:20-3:05) will not be tolerated from adult to child, child to child, etc for any reason(s) The wearable technology must remain in the silent/off position All communications with Lower School students should be conducted through the Lower School office or through an email to the child's teacher. Should a child/parent violate the Lower School Wearable Technology Policy, the device will be confiscated by a staff member and given to an administrator to be picked up by the parent. If there is more than one violation, the privilege to have Wearable Technology at school will be revoked. If a child brings a cell phone to school, it must remain off and in his/her book bag from 7:20-3:05.

Upper and Middle School Cell Phone and Wearable Technology Policy

Students bringing cell phones or other devices to school or school-sponsored events do so at their own risk. In order to minimize distractions and temptations that can accompany students possessing these devices during the school day, UMS-Wright established the following guidelines in grades 5-12 concerning students’ possession of cell phones on campus during the school day:

Students in Upper School may use these devices on campus before and after the instructional day. Students in Middle School may use these devices after school only.

Students are permitted to bring their cell phones to school, but they must be kept in their lockers or area designated by the division principal, beginning at 7:40 in the morning. Upon arrival Middle School will turn phones into their specific classrooms. Cell phones are not permitted out during the instructional day unless directed by a teacher or staff member

All phones/personal devices should be “off” and not silenced to ensure that accidental disruptions do not occur during the school day.

PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICE GUIDELINES CONTINUED

At no time should devices be used on campus to photograph or record students or staff members. Violations will be subject to severe disciplinary action including expulsion

Students should not depend upon cell phones for time as it is difficult for staff to determine why a student is “looking” at their phone during the school day.

Wearable Technology: Smartwatches and other wearable technologies are allowed on campus, provided that they do not interfere with the learning environment. Due to the ever-increasing functionality of these devices, at times wearable technology may be prohibited. A student may not wear a smartwatch and other wearable technology during tests or graded assignments due to the messaging abilities of these devices A teacher may ask students to remove their wearable technology at any time should the teacher, at his/her discretion, feel the devices are a distraction or compromise the learning environment. The use of certain wearable technology features, such as messaging and taking photos, is prohibited under the current cellphone policies. If wearable devices are being used on campus for messaging purposes or used to photograph other students or staff members, the device will be confiscated in the same manner a cell phone is confiscated.

Students may not use the devices in non-public places, such as locker rooms and restroom facilities

If a student needs to contact his/her parent or guardian, permission may be granted only in the administrative or counseling offices.

Students will be directed to use their devices should an emergency arise in which parents would need to be contacted for dismissal, weather, etc.

If a student violates any of these policies, the phone/device will be confiscated by a staff member and given to an administrator

First Violation: The phone/device will be confiscated and returned at the end of the school day.

Second Violation: The phone/device will be confiscated and will not be returned for 1 school day.

Third Violation: Disciplinary action will be taken, including Saturday School and suspension of cell phone/device privileges for the student

Other Personal Devices

Through the Infused Education initiative at UMS-Wright, each student is provided a personal device, and students are expected to utilize their issued devices during the instructional day. Personal devices, such as personal laptops and tablets, may only be used with the permission of the divisional Principal and Director of Technology. If personal devices are permitted, they must be connected to the school’s network to provide content filtering Personal devices using cellular connectivity are not permitted during the school day

One of UMS-Wright’s most important goals for students is that they become servant-leaders who will have a positive impact on their communities. Two practices which are in direct conflict with this goal are the practices of HAZING AND BULLYING. Neither will be tolerated once UMS-Wright staff members are made aware that such behaviors are taking place.

Hazing is defined as any activity which is expected of an individual joining a team or group that humiliates, degrades, abuses, intimidates, or endangers regardless of an individual’s willingness to participate. The school will not tolerate conduct which is designed to inflict physical or emotional discomfort in order for a student to be accepted into any school group or team. Even students who only observe such behaviors, as well as, those who are the objects of such behavior, are expected to report them to any appropriate staff members so that corrective steps can be taken. Staff members are given specific directions by the administration detailing how to respond to reported or observed instances of hazing

Unlike hazing, bullying is an intentional act of aggression that is meant to harm a victim physically, psychologically, or both. Victims are often scapegoats or a means of making bullies feel empowered. Bullies will act as individuals or in small groups and display behaviors that are the direct opposite of the behaviors or servant-leaders. Bullying must not be tolerated and those who observe such actions, even other students, are expected to take appropriate steps to eliminate acts of bullying from daily life at UMS-Wright In the case of students, acceptable responses include reporting the events to staff members and providing support to victims. Staff members who observe instances of bullying should intervene immediately and follow the school’s policy related to bullying.

Parents who suspect that their child has been the victim of bullying should report the suspicions to an appropriate UMS-Wright staff member as soon as possible.

(Definitions of hazing and bullying are taken from Preventing Hazing This book is an excellent source of information for both parents and students.)

DETENTION

The detention procedure in the Lower School usually involves the removal of privileges or other appropriate action including lunch detention or after-school detention when deemed necessary by the Lower School Principal. In grades 5-12, detention will be served before school from 6:50-7:25 am and/or during Saturday detention. Unless excused by an administrator, detention takes precedence over all co-curricular events. Failure to serve detention at the assigned time will result in additional hours of detention and/or other appropriate punishment as determined by the administration The duration of AM detention is (40) minutes, at which time the student must complete and pass an online detention course, provided by the school, which is relevant to the violation that occurred These minicourses are aimed at educating and reminding students of the rules and regulations of UMS-Wright while providing an opportunity for the student to reflect on the situation that occurred. The online detention course must be taken on the campus of UMS-Wright in the designated location and must be completed with a passing score within the detention time. Students may not use help session time to complete required detention courses.

SATURDAY SCHOOL

Saturday School is an alternative to out-of-school suspension or in addition to out-of-school suspension. The number of Saturdays will be determined by an Administrator Saturday School will be from 8:00 AM until noon Students assigned will check in with the Saturday School Coordinator for their assigned dates. Students are allowed to make up major tests and major projects that were assigned and on the test calendar during the days that student was suspended. The make-up work will be done during Saturday School.

When a student is dismissed from class for misconduct, the following procedure will be followed:

1 The student must immediately report to an administrator with a discipline referral

2. The administrator has the option of assigning punishment deemed necessary.

PROBATION AND STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

A student in grades 6-12 who is placed on disciplinary probation, or Honor Council probation, and who is a member of the Student Government Association, the Honor Council, or is a class officer will resign his/her position at the time the probation goes into effect. Disciplinary probation for any reason will seriously jeopardize a studentʼ s opportunity to return to UMS-Wright for the following school year.

CO-CURRICULAR PROBATION

A student who is on Co-curricular probation may not participate in any co-curricular activities in which the violation resulting in the probation occurs The length of probation will be determined by the division principal Co-curricular Probation does not apply to mandatory activities such as class service projects and students will be directed by the Administration to attend. Also, co-curricular probation does not apply to tryouts for school teams and groups which will perform during the following semester or school year. For example, students may try out for sports teams or performing arts groups that will perform during the next semester. Students may simply not perform as a representative of the school during the probationary period.

OFF-CAMPUS SUSPENSION

A student receives an off-campus suspension if it is determined that such action is necessary for a serious violation of school rules. Under this type of suspension, the student is required to leave the school premises and is not allowed to return for the duration of the suspension. The suspended student may not attend classes. Neither is the student to participate in or be a spectator of any co-curricular activity, either on campus or away from the school during the week or on the weekend until the suspension is lifted. The administration reserves the right to not allow any work missed due to a suspension to be made up All scheduled tests and major assignments will be due the day the student returns to campus. The divisional principal will determine how and when minor assignments will be made up.

DISMISSAL

A student is dismissed from school if it is determined that such action is necessary for a serious violation of school rules. Dismissal or any lesser penalty is also an option when a student displays a blatant and deliberate disregard for the basic rules of the school or when a student shows a significant pattern of failure to comply with school policies. All matters of conduct, discipline, and honor are at all times subject to review and modification by the Head of School in consultation with the appropriate School Principal. The school reserves the right to review all cases of conduct, discipline, and honor on a case by case basis.

STUDENT LIFE AFTER THE BELL AFTER THE BELL

Student life outside the classroom is an integral part of the UMS-Wright educational experience. Students of all ages are given numerous opportunities to interact with each other and with their teachers in one on one and group activities. In addition, students are encouraged to be active in the local, state, national, and world communities with specific emphasis being placed upon our obligation to serve others.

AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS

UMS-Wright After-School Programs provide academic, athletic, and creative opportunities throughout the school year for students in grades K4-6. The school year is divided into 6 sessions of after-school programs: 1st Quarter, 2nd Quarter, Winter Mini-Sessions, 3rd Quarter, 4th Quarter, and 4th Quarter Mini-Sessions. Quarterly programs typically meet for 6 weeks total, while mini-sessions are usually 2 weeks. This is subject to change depending on the school calendar For the most up-to-date information on what we are offering and when to register, visit www umswright.org/after-school. Registration is through our website and all fees are billed to your FACTS account.

INTRAMURAL SPORTS

Intramural sports are offered for grades K5-6, and they include soccer, cross country, basketball, swimming, softball, track, and volleyball Registration is through our website and all fees are billed to your FACTS account

BULLDOG ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

The Bulldog Athletic Association (BAA) was incorporated in May 2008 for the purpose of promoting and supporting competitive youth sports for students in grades 3-6. BAA currently fields the following teams: football, volleyball, girls’ and boys’ basketball, co-ed track and soccer, and softball.

SUMMER PROGRAMS

UMS-Wright offers a one-of-a-kind selection of athletic, academic, day, and specialty programs during the summertime. We are pleased to offer a wide variety of over 40 options that will foster your child’s current interests while igniting new ones. For the most up to date information on what we are offering and when to register, visit www.ums-wright.org/summer. Be on the lookout for our summer brochure that is released in early 2023.

CO-CURRICULAR POLICY

Students who supplement their academic work with meaningful artistic, athletic, and service activities prepare themselves for active and productive lives in college and as adults. For this reason, UMS-Wright requires that each student in grades 9-12 participate in at least two co-curricular activities each year. A co-curricular activity requires, at minimum, 50 hours of participation, and this requirement must be fulfilled by April 1 each year Students may also participate in other clubs to expand their interests and resume, but if participation does not meet the 50 hour requirement, it is not considered a co-curricular.

If a student is not involved in two approved UMS-Wright co-curricular activities, the student must seek an approved community replacement such as employment, activities not offered at UMS-Wright, etc. The Upper School Principal must grant the approval of such activities

Seniors who have not begun or communicated with the College Counseling Office about their co-curricular activities by the first Friday of September will have all senior privileges revoked until the requirement is fulfilled.

Participation on athletic teams and participation in auditioned productions such as plays and concerts will qualify as co-curricular activities Two such activities will be a means of satisfying co-curricular requirements Membership in a UMS-Wright service organization, such as Key Club, may count as one co-curricular activity if the student utilizes the membership to perform a minimum of 50 hours of community service as a member of that organization per school year.

The following academic teams/clubs may also count as one co-curricular activity if the student who takes part attends all required practices and competes with the UMS-Wright team(s) at contests. The coach of the team will provide documentation that a student’s involvement has been extensive enough to justify credit as a co-curricular. Administrators or coaches may excuse students from a contest if legitimate reasons arise. Due to the commitment of time during a school year and the tremendous responsibilities of the positions, the following leadership positions will count as one co-curricular activity each: Honor Council | Editors of the Yearbook, Crimson & Grey Newspaper, and/or Mind’s Eye Magazine | SGA: President, Vice-Presidents, Secretary, Treasurer

INFORMATION ABOUT CO-CURRICULARS

UMS-Wright aims to provide academic, athletic, and creative paths towards igniting new passions and strengthening an individual’s potential in mind, body, spirit, and character. We want to encourage students to step out of their comfort zones and into new experiences while refining important leadership, organizational, teamwork, and communication skills

The comprehensive list of clubs and organizations may be found on the UMS-Wright website (ums-wright.org) under the “Campus Life” header. This includes contact information for club sponsors and a description of each club/organization. Students are also able to submit a request to create a new club as long as they are able to find a sponsor.

SERVICE

Community service at UMS-Wright is a central core value of our campus culture and is one of the best ways for students to be integrated into the community and exemplify good character All students in grades K3-12 are encouraged to utilize their time and talents to serve others.

Starting in Middle School, students log and record service hours through the MobileServe app or MobileServe online portal. After service hour verification, the service hours are applied to the student’s service profile. Hours are measured by an hour served = an hour earned.

- Students in grades 5-8 have a service hour goal of 15 hours of community service annually.

- Students in grades 9-12 are required to complete a minimum of 20 service hours annually. These service hours may be accumulated through internal (UMS-Wright) or external service opportunities.

For grades 9-12, the number of service hours achieved, as well as the failure to accomplish the required number of service hours, may be reported to colleges Students who log more than 100 hours of approved community service in a school year will be recognized with a special service pin at an awards assembly.

PROJECT ENGAGE

Project Engage is an eight- day interim term for Upper School students that will take place the first eight days of school in January. Students will have the opportunity to pursue topics of special interest to them and will work with other students and teachers to explore, collaborate, and share experiences. In addition to gaining insight into distinct topics, a major focus of their interim term will be to expose and prepare students for greater college and career opportunities. Some of the Project Engage courses will be campus-based, with students reporting to UMSWright on a daily basis. Many of the campus-based courses will include day field trip experiences. Other courses will be travel-based, with a substantial amount of travel and learning taking place away from the UMS-Wright campus. Each year, one international trip is offered, and several trips in the United States are offered as well. Through Project Engage, our goal of teaching the whole child in a beyond-the-classroom atmosphere is the focus.

The Honor System is a code of ethics governing the conduct of the students of UMS-Wright Preparatory School in all matters pertaining to personal honesty and integrity It is an expression of the desire of the students to provide that atmosphere of living in which qualities of mutual trust, respect, and integrity prevail

Procedure for selection to the Honor Council:

Step.1 Students must make application in the announced time frame. Application must be turned in to the faculty representative of the Honor Council. Also a letter of intent is required from each candidate.

Step 2 Any student that has an Honor Code violation will not be allowed to make application for election

Step 3 Due to extended time ouf of the classroom, all applicants must carry a minimum of eighty (80) in each core course (Math, Science, English, Social Studies, Language). First semester grades will be used.

Step 4 All applicants must appear before the screening committee that will consist of at least one Board of Trustee member, an Administrator, the faculty sponsor, and two past members of the Honor Council The screening committee has the right to eliminate any applicant from running for the position. A candidate will not be allowed to run if they receive more than two no votes from the screening committee.

Step 5 Honor Council will be voted on by the grade they represent. The students receiving the highest number of votes from their peers will be seated on the Honor Council

Honor Code

A student at UMS-Wright observes at all times the principles of honor and integrity, and in doing so, a UMSWright student will not lie, cheat, or engage in any other dishonest act, assist others in the commission of these acts, nor tolerate those who do.

Name and Purpose

SECTION 1. The name of this body is the Honor Council of UMS-Wright Preparatory School.

SECTION 2. The purposes of this Council are to foster a spirit of honor at UMS-Wright and to investigate and act upon cases of cheating, stealing, or lying on the part of the students in the sixth through the twelfth grades which involve academic work or campus life

Officers

SECTION 1.The officers of the council are a President, Vice-President, Secretary, and two (2) Sergeants-At-Arms.

SECTION 2. The officers are elected by secret ballot of the Honor Council. The officers are of senior or junior standing during their terms of office They are installed during the first week of August and serve from the time they are installed until the installation of new officers the following year

SECTION 3. (a) The President presides over meetings, calls special meetings, appoints committees, serves as an ex-officio member of committees, and is responsible for the carrying out of the decisions of the Council. The President decides all questions of procedure and interpretation arising under this constitution He/She is overruled by a two-thirds vote of the Council members present.

(b) The Vice-President acts in the capacity of the President in his/ her absence.

(c) The Secretary keeps records and minutes of all meetings and procedures of the Council.

(d) The duties of the Sergeants-At-Arms are to maintain order, to act as doorkeeper, and to summon those individuals required for the business of the Council.

Membership

SECTION 1. The total membership of the Council, including officers is thirteen (13), of which five (5) are seniors, four (4) are juniors, two (2) are sophomores, two (2) are freshmen.

SECTION 2. The members of the Honor Council are elected by the class they represent in Spring of each year. Approval of the administration is required for the seating of members of the Council They are seated in August until the seating of new members the following year.

SECTION 3. Vacancies in the Council are filled immediately by vote of the Honor Council members. The vacancy must be filled by proper grade assignment.

SECTION 4 The oath of installation is administered to incoming officers and members by administrator during the summer work session.

SECTION 5. At least one (1) member of the Faculty Advisory Board is present at each meeting of the Council during any investigation.

SECTION 6 Administration has the right to remove any member during the term of office

SECTION 7. An at large member will be added to the Honor Council. This member will be chosen by the Honor Council and must have been an accepted applicant to the Honor Council. This additional member will be an option to the Honor Council on a year to year basis.

SECTION 8 Newly selected members will observe Honor Council hearings during the Spring semester after elections. They will not be allowed to vote.

SECTION 9 All members of the Honor Council must be in attendance for all called meetings and hearings of the Honor Council unless excused by the Administration or the Honor Council Faculty Advisor/s. One unexcused absence will result in counseling, two unexcused absences will result in probation, and three unexcused absences will result in dismissal from the Honor Council

Meetings

SECTION 1. The President is required to call a meeting if requested to do so by two (2) members of the council or by some authorized administrative officer of the school.

SECTION 2 Ten (10) voting members constitute a quorum except in case of investigation pursuant to article eight (8) of the constitution.

General Duties and Powers

SECTION 1. It is the duty of every member of the Honor Council, the President included, in case of a tie, to vote at meetings

SECTION 2. The Council takes whatever steps it deems necessary to insure the understanding and support of the Honor System by the members of the student body.

SECTION 3. The duty of the Honor Council is to recommend to the administration any disciplinary measures it deems necessary for the immediate solution of any pertinent problem which threatens the perpetuity of the Honor System within UMS-Wright.

SECTION 4. By two thirds vote of the Honor Council members, the Honor Council may adapt the By-laws it deems necessary to ensure effective fulfillment of the duties under the constitution.

Individual Responsibilities

SECTION 1. It is not the sole responsibility of the individual members of the Honor Council, nor is it the sole responsibility of the faculty to police the Honor System, but it is the responsibility of the entire UMS-Wright community.

Investigation

SECTION 1 Any student observing dishonest practices on the part of any other student at UMS-Wright reports his/her observations to a member of the Honor Council.

SECTION 2. The Council calls witnesses, considers material evidence, and questions the accused until they have exhausted every possible method of ascertaining the facts in the situation, acting with complete impartiality, and considering the accused innocent until conclusively proven otherwise. Material evidence, such as a cellphone, is subject to search and seizure until the conclusion of the proceedings If, after due process of investigation, a three fourths majority of the voting Honor Council, exclusive of the President, vote for conviction, the accused is judged guilty. Otherwise, he/she is presumed to be innocent and the case is dismissed.

SECTION 3. Ten (10) voting members of the Honor Council, exclusive of the President, constitutes a quorum.

SECTION 4 Once a quorum is obtained, a member of the council may abstain from voting In such a case, this vote is not counted towards the verdict.

SECTION 5. The members of the Honor Council, the accused, and the witnesses, are bound not to reveal the proceedings of any investigation except to the Honor Council members, to the Faculty Advisor of the accused to the grade level principal, or to the parents of the accused. Should anyone involved be found guilty of breaking the oath pursuant to Article Two (2), Section Five (5) of the By-Laws of this constitution, they will be treated as an offender of the Honor Code.

SECTION 6. All votes concerning the guilt or innocence of a defendant are cast 73 by secret ballot.

SECTION 7. The members of the Honor Council, the accused, and the witnesses, are bound not to reveal the proceedings of any investigation except to the Honor Council members, the Faculty Advisor of the accused, to the grade level Principal, or to the parents of the accused. Should anyone involved be found guilty of breaking the oath pursuant to Article Two (2), Section Five (5) of the By-Laws of this constitution, they will be treated as an offender of the Honor Council

Penalties

SECTION 1. Any student found guilty of dishonest practices is subject to recommendations by the Honor Council of immediate expulsion. The Council may, at its discretion, recommend any lesser penalty for the offender. The final authority in all cases remains with the administration, pursuant to Article Five (5), Section Three (3), of this constitution If a student is found guilty of an Honor Code violation, the student is automatically placed on Administrative behavior probation.

SECTION 2. Negligence Warning: When a case cannot be proven but there is suspicion, a negligence warning may be given. This is not an offense for record but a warning.

SECTION 3 After three semesters, beginning at the conclusion of the semester in which the offense occurred, a student may request an expungement hearing to have past Honor Code violations removed from his/her record. If a student is to graduate before the three-semester probationary period, he/she may not request an expungement hearing. Expungement hearings are officiated by the senior members of the Honor Council. A quorum for expungement hearing is four. The senior members will vote on whether or not to recommend expungement to the administration on behalf of requesting student. Expungement will be recommended to the administration on behalf of requesting student The administration has final approval of the expungement of Honor Code violations

Amendments

SECTION 1 .This constitution is amended by three-fourths vote of the Honor Council. The Honor Council presents the proposed amendments to the administration.

Parliamentary Procedure

SECTION 1. All questions of parliamentary procedures not covered in this constitution or by these by-laws is determined by Robertʼ s Rules of Order, Newly Revised.

Oaths and Pledges

SECTION 1. Each student in grades 6-12 who enters UMS-Wright pledges to uphold all principles of the Honor System by signing the Honor Council pledge cards

SECTION 2. Each student turning in tests or other work designated by an instructor as under the Honor System writes out and signs the following pledge on his/her paper: ON MY HONOR AS A UMS-WRIGHT STUDENT, I HAVE NEITHER GIVEN NOR RECEIVED AID, NOR TOLERATED ANY DISHONEST ACTIONS ON THIS TEST.

SECTION 3. Every incoming officer and member takes the oath of affirmation: IN ACCEPTING THIS POSITION OF HONOR AND RESPONSIBILITY BESTOWED UPON ME BY MY CLASSMATES, I DO SOLEMNLY SWEAR OR AFFIRM TO DO MY UTMOST TO FURTHER THE SPIRIT OF HONOR AND TRUSTWORTHI - NESS ON THE CAMPUS OF UMSWRIGHT

SECTION 4. Every witness called in the course of an investigation takes the following oath: DO SOLEMNLY SWEAR OR AFFIRM TO TELL THE TRUTH, THE WHOLE TRUTH, AND NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH, SO HELP ME GOD

SECTION 5. Every person, council members included, concerned with an investigation takes the following oath or affirmation:

I DO SOLEMNLY SWEAR OR AFFIRM BEFORE ALMIGHTY GOD NEVER TO DIVULGE ANYTHING THAT IS SAID OR DONE IN THIS MEETING TO ANY UNAUTHORIZED PERSON

Instruction

SECTION 1. To insure the cooperation of the students in the support of the Honor Council and Honor System, the Honor Council, at the first of each year, discusses the system with the students, reminding them of their obligation not to tolerate violations and requesting the full written pledge on work.

SECTION 2 To insure the cooperation of the faculty in the support of the Honor Council and Honor System, the Honor Council, at the first of each year, discusses the system with the faculty, requesting them to make the distinction between pledged and unpledged work.

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION CONSTITUTION

STEP 1. Student must make application in the announced time frame. Applications must be turned in to SGA sponsor

STEP 2. All applicants must carry a minimum of eighty (80) in core courses (Math, English, Science, Social Studies, Language.) First semester grades will be used.

STEP 3. Student applicant must not have an Honor Code probation or Behavioral Probation (out of school suspension) for 1 calendar year

Preamble

We, the Upper School Students of UMS-Wright Preparatory School, in order to develop good citizens through experience in government, to foster a spirit of cooperation among students and faculty, to maintain a high standard of personal conduct, and to promote and encourage activities, do hereby establish this constitution for the Upper School Student Government Association of UMS-Wright Preparatory School

ARTICLE ONE. . . NAME

SECTION 1. The name of this organization is The Upper School Student Government Association (here after referred to as the SGA) of UMS-Wright Preparatory School, Mobile, Alabama.

ARTICLE TWO PURPOSE

SECTION 1. The purpose of this organization is to increase individual participation and responsibility in student activities and to develop leadership, character, integrity, and understanding necessary in this complex society.

SECTION 1. The SGA consists of three (3) elected representatives from each grade in grades nine through twelve, the elected class presidents of grades nine through twelve, and the elected officers of the SGA

SECTION 2. A person cannot be elected to the SGA in more than one (1) capacity.

ARTICLE FOUR . . . QUALIFIED VOTERS

SECTION 1 All students in grades eight through eleven are eligible to vote

ARTICLE

FIVE

. . . OFFICERS

SECTION 1. The officers of this organization are a President, a Secretary/ Treasurer, a Vice-President of Education, a Vice-President of Services, a Vice-President of Athletics, a Vice-President of Fine Arts, and a VicePresident of Recreation

SECTION 2. The President is a member of the Senior class. The other officers are members of the Sophomore, the Junior, or the Senior Class.

SECTION 3. Nomination and Election.

a The election of officers is held in Spring

b. Campaigning is under the direction and supervision of the SGA. There are video campaign speeches via morning broadcast for designated positions.

c. The members of the Upper School student body cast secret ballots.

d. A tally of votes is made by the Administration and Faculty Advisor.

SECTION 4 Duties of Officers

a. The President presides at all meetings of the SGA, calls special meetings when necessary, oversees all committee activities, represents the SGA on all public occasions, and assumes other duties as are generally associated with this office.

b. The Secretary/Treasurer keeps the minutes of all SGA meetings, handles all official correspondence, maintains an attendance record of the membership, and keeps a file of all official SGA correspondence and activities. This officer keeps the financial records of the SGA, and in the absence of the President, performs his/her duties

c. The Vice-President of Education is concerned with the continuing evaluation and improvement of education. This vice-president is responsible for coordinating tutorial services for the students seeking academic aid.

d. The Vice-President of Service is concerned with the range of needed services in the school community. Responsibilities include coordinating and promoting service programs in the school and community.

e. The Vice-President of Athletics is concerned with the promotion of school spirit through the support of athletic events

f. The Vice-President of Fine Arts is concerned with the promotion of participation and attendance in fine arts activities. Responsibilities include serving as a liaison between the fine arts community and the student body.

g. The Vice-President of Recreation is concerned with wholesome recreational activities in the school community.

ARTICLE SIX . . .

REPRESENTATIVES AND CLASS PRESIDENTS

SECTION 1. Nomination and Election.

a. Students wishing to run for SGA representative or class president must have their names placed on the ballot with the SGA Sponsor at least one week prior to the election.

b. The election of class presidents and representatives occurs after the election of SGA officers but not later than the first week of May.

c. The election of class presidents by their respective classes occurs before the election of representatives.

d The election of all SGA members is by secret ballot

SECTION 2. Duties of Representatives are:

a. To attend all meetings of the SGA and assist the Vice Presidents with the creation of various committees.

b. To attend meetings of committees of which they are members.

c To give SGA reports to their homerooms after each SGA meeting

d. To bring to the SGA the suggestions and comments of their homerooms.

ARTICLE SEVEN. . . VACANCIES

SECTION 1. Vacancies in the SGA are filled immediately by special election.

ARTICLE EIGHT . . . QUORUM

SECTION 1. A quorum consists of two-thirds of the SGA officers and representatives and is required in order to hold a meeting.

ARTICLE NINE COMMITTEES

SECTION 1. Special committees are appointed as necessary.

ARTICLE TEN . . . POWERS

SECTION 1 All powers of the SGA are delegated to it by the school administration

ARTICLE ELEVEN . . . AMENDMENTS

SECTION 1. The constitution is amended by a two-thirds vote of the SGA and a majority vote of the students of grades nine through twelve with approval of the administration.

ARTICLE TWELVE . . . TERM OF THE SGA

SECTION 1. The term of each SGA ends at the last assembly prior to Senior Exams.

ARTICLE THIRTEEN . . . ADVISOR

SECTION 1. The administration appoints a member of the faculty to serve as faculty advisor to the SGA.

SECTION 2. The term of office is left to the discretion of the administration.

ARTICLE

FOURTEEN

. . . PARLIAMENTARY AUTHORITY

SECTION 1. In all matters not specified in this constitution, the parliamentary authority is Robertʼ s Rules of Order, Revised.

HONORING OUR STUDENTS

VALEDICTORIAN & SALUTATORIAN

The senior student with the highest cumulative weighted academic grade point average at the completion of the senior year will be the valedictorian of the graduating class. The student with the second-highest cumulative weighted academic grade point average at the completion of the senior year will be salutatorian. In the case of a tie in either position, students will be co-valedictorian/co-salutatorian The grade point average will be carried to five decimal places with no rounding. The valedictorian or salutatorian must have been a full time student for four (4) consecutive semesters, counting the second semester of the students senior year. (First semester junior-second semester junior, first semester senior and second semester senior.)

HONOR SOCIETIES

For induction into all honorary societies, the studentʼ s GPA will not round up. (Ex. National Honor Society requires a 92% in the academic core 91 anything will not round up.) The student must not have an Honor Council violation for 1 calendar year prior to induction

SCHOLAR AND SCHOLAR WITH DISTINCTION

Lists of UMS-Wright Scholars and Scholars with Distinction are compiled on the basis of quarter and semester grades. UMS-Wright Scholar and UMS-Wright Scholar with Distinction markers appear quarterly on Middle School and Upper School student report cards However, students who earn UMS-Wright Scholar and UMSWright Scholar with Distinction for an entire semester will be recognized at each semester's end. Students with incomplete grades are not included. Students who have all grades of 90 or above are placed on the list of Scholars with Distinction. In addition, students who have no grades below 80 along with a weighted GPA of at least 93.0 (without rounding) are also placed on the list of Scholars with Distinction. Students who have all grades of 85 and above are placed on the list of Scholars. In addition, students who have no grades below 80 along with a weighted GPA of at least 88 0 (without rounding) are also placed on the list of Scholars

The Cum Laude Society grants charters only to schools with strong academic programs. The Society Regents examine a range of factors when granting a charter including resources, program, and student profile. Quoting from the Cum Laude Handbook: “The Regents look at the academic program for evidence that the school provides a strong college preparatory curriculum which is responsive to the intellectual needs of able students.” National standards are followed in making the selections for the UMS-Wright Cum Laude Society. No more than 20% of the senior class, or 10% if inducted as juniors, may be considered for membership Class rank, SAT scores, Advanced Placement grades, and achievement test results all must be considered in compiling the final list of new members. Reports are made to the chapter of all new inducteesʼ qualifications for assurance of continuation of the high national tradition. The Society also recognizes individuals in the school community who encourage and support academic excellence. A student must be in attendance at UMS-Wright for one full academic year before consideration and must not have an Honor Council violation within the calendar year prior to induction.

NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY

TheJuliusT.WrightchapteroftheNationalJuniorHonorSocietyisanorganizationwhosepurposeistocreatean enthusiasmforsuperiorscholarship,todevelopcitizenship,tostimulateadesiretoserve,topromoteleadership,and toinstillexemplaryqualitiesofcharacter.

AstudentmustbeinattendanceatUMS-Wrightforonefullacademicyearbeforeconsiderationandmustnothave anHonorCouncilviolationwithinthecalendaryearpriortoinduction.

SelectiontotheNationalJuniorHonorSocietyisbasedona100pointsystem.

Scholarship: A student must have maintained a 92% average or better in their core classes for his/her middle school academic courses. A studentʼ s grade point average is computed using the five core course areas (Math, English, Science,History,WorldLanguage).

Studentsingrades7,8,and9areeligibleforselection.

Ninthgradestudentsmusthavemaintainedthe92%averageexplainedabovefortheirmiddleschoolyearsaswellas havinga92%G.P.A.forthefirstsemesterofninthgrade.

Ifthestudentmeetsthecriteriaforscholarship,he/shereceives60points.

Leadership: In the area of leadership, the student receives 10 points for serving as an officer, either elected or appointedofaschoolclubororganization

Service: In the area of service, a student receives a maximum of 10 points. A student must receive points for membership in a school club or organization (5 points per year/per organization). He/she receives points for participating in a school athletic program and also for membership in a church/temple program or civic organization.

Citizenship: For a student to meet the criteria for citizenship and receive 10 points, he/she must not have received morethan3officereferralsinanynineweeksgradingperiodfortheyearinwhichhe/sheisbeingevaluatedorbeon disciplinaryprobation.

Character:Astudentwillreceive10pointsifhe/sheisnotonHonorCouncilProbation.AstudentwhoisonHonor Council Probation must wait one calendar year (from the time the probation began) to be eligible for consideration formembership.Thestudentisthenreevaluatedbythefaculty.

If the student has 90 of the possible 100 points, he/she is selected for membership to the National Junior Honor Society. Once inducted, members are expected to maintain the above mentioned eligibility standards to be recognizedeachyear.

The Julius T. Wright chapter of the National Honor Society is an organization whose objectives are to create an enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote worthy leadership, and to encourage the development of character in all students of UMS-Wright Preparatory School.

Selection to the National Honor Society is based on a 100 point system Students in grades 10, 11, and 12 are eligible for selection.

Scholarship: A student must have maintained a weighted GPA of 92% (unrounded) average or better for hiss/her upper school academic courses (grades 9-12). He/She must also have completed or be enrolled in at least one advanced, honors, or AP course. A studentʼ s grade point average is computed using the five core course areas (English, Math, Science, Social Science, Foreign Language) If the student meets these criteria, he/she receives 40 points.

Leadership: In the area of leadership, a student receives a maximum of 20 points. A student receives points if he/she has been elected or appointed to an office of a school club or organization (5 points per year/per office). He/She also receives points for serving as team captain of a school sport.

Service: In the area of service, a student receives a maximum of 20 points A student receives points for membership in a school club or organization (5 points per year/per organization). He/ She receives points for participating in a school athletic program and also for membership in a church/temple program or civic organization.

Character: In the area of character, a student receives a maximum of 20 points. A student must meet the following criteria:

He/She must not be on disciplinary probation.

He/She must not be on Honor Council Probation

A student who is on Honor Council Probation must wait one calendar year (from the time the probation began) to be eligible for consideration for membership.

He/She must not have received more than 3 office referrals in any nine week grading period for the year in which he/she is being evaluated.

A student must receive 80 of the possible 100 points to be selected for membership. An additional requirement for selection is that a minimum of 5 points must be earned in each of the four areas of scholarship, leadership, service and character. Once inducted, members are expected to maintain the above mentioned eligibility standards to be recognized each year. A student must be in attendance at UMS-Wright for one full year before consideration and must not have had an Honor Council violation within the calendar year prior to induction.

QUILL & SCROLL

Quill and Scroll is a national literary organization It was founded in 1926 for the purpose of encouraging and recognizing individual student achievement in journalism and scholastic publication.

To be eligible for membership in Quill and Scroll at UMS-Wright, a student must be a member of the Mind's Eye and/or Cadet staffs. He/she must also be of junior or senior classification, be a part of the staff a minimum of one school year, in the upper third of his/her class in general scholastic standing for the cumulative total of all high school work, have done superior work in some phase of journalism or school publications, and be recommended by the advisor to the publication A student must be in attendance at UMS-Wright for one full year for consideration and not have an Honor Code violation within the calendar year prior to induction.

Mu Alpha Theta is a mathematics honor society for high school and junior college students. It was founded by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics in 1954 The membership includes students in high schools and junior colleges throughout the world There are now over 1200 chapters of Mu Alpha Theta in all 50 states and in foreign countries. The Mu Alpha Theta charter was granted to Julius T. Wright School in 1979. The UMS charter was awarded in 1983.

The following guidelines apply to membership in Mu Alpha Theta:

A. Junior or Senior Status

B Completed a minimum of two honors or AP courses in mathematics

C Minimum 93 average (unrounded and unweighted) in mathematics courses

D. Minimum 90 average (unrounded and unweighted) in all academic subjects

E. Enrolled at UMS-Wright for a minimum of one academic year prior to induction

F. No Honor Code violations within one year of induction.

To continue to be recognized as a member of Mu Alpha Theta, a student must maintain a minimum average of 93 (unrounded) in all mathematics courses

SCIENCE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

The Science National Honor Society was founded in 2000 in order to provide an organization to recognize and encourage exceptional students in science. The mission of the society is to “engender a new group of young thinkers who will be the future of industry, research, and scientific exploration for America.”

The following guidelines apply to membership in the Science National Honor Society:

Junior or Senior Status

Completed a minimum of two honors or AP courses in science

Minimum 93 average (unrounded and unweighted) in science courses

Minimum 90 average (unrounded and unweighted) in all academic subjects.

Enrolled at UMS-Wright for a minimum of one academic year prior to induction

No Honor Code violations within the calendar year prior to induction

To continue to be recognized as a member of the Science National Honor Society, a student must maintain a minimum average of 93 (unrounded) in all science courses.

SPANISH/FRENCH HONOR SOCIETY LA SOCIEDAD HONORARIA HISPANICA LA SOCIETE HONORAIRE DE FRANCAIS

The purpose of the Societies is to recognize high student achievement in Spanish or French and promote a continuity of interest in Hispanic or French Studies.

A student becomes eligible for induction in the Spanish National Honor Society or the French National Honor Society when he/she meets all of the following qualifications.

The following guidelines apply to membership in the Spanish or French Honor Society:

Junior or Senior Status

Completed a minimum of two advanced, honors, or AP courses in Spanish or French

Minimum 93 average (unrounded and unweighted) in Spanish or French courses

Minimum 90 average (unrounded and unweighted) in all academic subjects

Must be enrolled in Spanish or French class at the time of induction

Must be enrolled in or have completed at least the third year of study in Spanish or French.

Enrolled at UMS-Wright for a minimum of one academic year prior to induction

No Honor Code violations within the calendar year prior to induction.

To continue to be recognized as a member of the Spanish or French Honor Society, a student must maintain a minimum average of 93 (unrounded) in all Spanish or French courses

NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY

The National English Honor Society was founded March 25th, 2004, By Sigma Tau Delta, the International English Honor Society. UMS-Wright was granted its charter June 1st, 2007. NEHS was conceived as an outreach to high school students, with whom Sigma Tau Delta seeks to share the same goals that make it one of the most important college-level honor societies.

These goals are :

to recognize on the national level those who, on the basis of academic grades in English merit special note for past and current accomplishments to nurture these persons in such ways that they are encouraged to develop further their abilities in the various fields of English and to encourage members to use their talents in the service of others. The following guidelines apply to membership in the National English Honor Society:

Junior or Senior Status

Completed a minimum of two honors or AP courses in English

Minimum 93 average (unrounded and unweighted) in English courses D. Minimum 90 average (unrounded and unweighted) in all academic subjects

Enrolled at UMS-Wright for a minimum of one academic year prior to induction

No Honor Code violations within one year of induction

To continue to be recognized as a member of the National English Honor Society, a student must maintain a minimum average of 93 (unrounded) in all English courses.

RHO KAPPA HONOR SOCIETY

Rho Kappa is a national social studies honorary for high school students It was founded in 2011 by the National Council for Social Studies. UMS-Wright was granted a charter in December of 2012. The principal purpose of Rho Kappa is to stimulate a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of all the academic disciplines comprising the social studies curriculum.

The following guidelines apply to membership in Rho Kappa:

Junior or Senior Status

Completed a minimum of two honors or AP courses in history/social studies

Minimum 93 average (unrounded and unweighted) in history/social courses

Minimum 90 average (unrounded and unweighted) in all academic subjects

Enrolled at UMS-Wright for a minimum of one academic year prior to induction

No Honor Code violations within one year of induction. Be active in co-curricular and/or service projects

To continue to be recognized as a member of Rho Kappa, a student must maintain a minimum average of 93 (unrounded) in all history/social courses.

STUDENT RECOGNITION/ HONORS AND AWARDS

Annually at the Honors Assemblies and at Alumni Association events, various awards are presented to recognize excellence within the UMS-Wright community. The following is a listing of these awards:

UPPER AND MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMIC AWARDS DEPARTMENT AWARDS

Department Awards are presented for academic excellence in all subject areas in grades six through twelve Some specific subject area awards are also presented as follows:

Arion Music Award

Louis Armstrong Jazz Award

UPPER AND MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMIC AWARDS

Cambiata Music Award

Bausch & Lomb Science Award

Rensselaer Math & Science Award

Amelia Moore Edgar A.P. History Award

Thomas C. Huckabee Chemistry Award

John Phillip Sousa Band Award

Julius Tutwiler Wright Award (Valedictorian) Harriett Rodgers Lillich Award

Harriett Rodgers Lillich Award

UPPER AND MIDDLE SCHOOL NAMED SCHOLARSHIPS

The Jay White-Spunner Awards

The Jay White-Spunner Award is presented each year to a rising 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade student who has a positive influence on classmates, demonstrates an unselfish concern for others, and displays an obvious zest for life.

The Mary Edna McCall Scholarship

The Mary Edna McCall Scholarship is presented to a rising ninth grade female who has successfully completed the eighth grade at UMS-Wright with an overall grade average of not under 3.0 based on a scale of 4.0 being perfect. The recipient must be of good moral character and reputation.

The Honorable Daniel T McCall, Jr , Scholarship

The Honorable Daniel T. McCall, Jr., Scholarship is presented to an upper school boy with an overall grade average of not under 3.0 based on a scale of 4.0 being perfect. The recipient must be of good moral character and reputation.

The Edward Chesley Green, Sr. Scholarship

The Edward Chesley Green, Sr. Scholarship is given in honor of Eddie Greene who was a UMS-Wright parent, a UMS-Wright trustee and UMS-Wright Board Chairman. This is awarded to a student who makes obvious contributions to UMS-Wright and sets a good example for other students by giving their best effort in all they do each day.

The Edward C. Greene, Jr. Memorial Scholarship

The Edward C. Greene, Jr. Memorial Scholarship is an award given to a boy in the junior class, who, in the opinion of the faculty and classmates, has a contagious, uplifting personality, superior athletic ability, is academically dedicated, and exemplifies the qualities of loyalty, humility, and friendship. In short, the recipient should be the best allaround boy in the junior class The award is presented annually by the Greene family, members of the UMS- Wright class of 1996, the Vanderbilt University class of 2000, and others whose lives were deeply touched by Edward.

The Waitsell Shawn Stillwell Scholarship

The Waitsell Shawn Stillwell Scholarship was established and funded by Waitsell Shawn Stillwell. The scholarship was established in Mr. Stillwell’s will that he had prepared in 2008. Mr. Stillwell was a graduating member of the class of 1968. This was the 75th graduating class in the school’s history, and Mr. Stillwell was a member of the first class to attend 12 years of classes in the present building on Mobile Street While at UMS-Wright Mr Stillwell was a loyal friend and excellent student, and he was a member of the UMS-Wright Band his entire enrollment at UMSWright. He and his family were very proud of their Native American heritage and his scholarship reflects his desire to assist students of Native American descent, whether it be male or female.

The Marilynn Graf Sullivan Memorial Scholarship

The Marilynn Graf Sullivan Memorial Scholarship is awarded to the most outstanding senior tennis or golf player. The recipient must be a great teammate and a fierce competitor, characteristics that defined Mrs Sullivan in addition to her unwavering faith and devotion to her family.

The Lyon Newell Memorial Scholarship

The Lyon Newell Memorial Scholarship is presented to a rising senior who excels in sports, football, and track and field, in which Lyon Newell ‘98 starred at UMS-Wright. While at UMS-Wright, Lyon was an unwavering teammate and a loyal friend. The recipient must display these characteristics as well as have a positive impact on UMS-Wright.

The Eddie Holmes Legacy Scholarship

The Eddie Holmes Legacy Scholarship is presented to a rising senior, male or female, who has attended UMS-Wright since the 9th grade The recipient must have competed in varsity golf and/or varsity basketball during high school and must be in good standing academically while also displaying two characteristics which were so apparent in Coach Holmes: A visible love of UMS-Wright and its athletic programs and a fierce competitive spirit when they represent UMS-Wright in sports.

The Elizabeth Worley Haffner Memorial Scholarship

The Elizabeth Worley Haffner Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a high school student who is of good moral character and reputation, is a major contributor to the student body, and possesses the same passion and loyalty to UMS-Wright that Mrs Haffner - an educator and trustee - displayed during her lifetime The recipient must be an active and dedicated member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes or a member of the JV/V Boys or Girls Basketball program

The Mr and Mrs H W Thurber, Jr Scholarship

The Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Thurber, Jr. Scholarship is presented to a rising senior with an overall grade average of not under 85 in the academic courses. The recipient must be of good moral character and reputation exemplifying the characteristics of integrity, humility, honesty, and hard work while also serving as an active and contributing participant in the student life of UMS-Wright Preparatory School whether it is in the arts, athletics, or service arena. Honored by their family, Chum and Catharine Thurber embodied each of these characteristics as visionary leaders in the economic and cultural growth of Mobile after World War II.

The Krisanna Elisabeth Roberts Award

Honors an individual who chooses to celebrate life everyday, who always sees the best in people and in situations, who delights in the success of oth- ers, who looks for ways to help others and strives to make others happy, who chooses the right path even when it is not the easy or the popular choice, in short, he/she lives honorably and positively.

The Henri McMillian Aldridge Award

The award was established in memory of Henri McMillan Aldridge by his family and is presented to a rising senior who demonstrates academic excellence and a commitment to community service. Mr. Aldridge, a WWII PT Boat Commander at the D-Day Invasion, was Mobilian of the Year in 1964. His community service and leadership included being Chairman of the Julius T. Wright School’s Founding Board of Trustees, Chairman of the USS Alabama Battleship Commission, President of the Mobile Rotary Club, and an Elder at Government Street Presbyterian Church

The Michael George Scott Scholarship

The Michael George Scott Scholarship is awarded to a rising senior athlete who illustrates an uncommon love of family, friends, and Bulldog athletics. The recipient should be a leader among peers and possess an apparent zest for life. Like Michael Scott, recipients should be amazing competitors and have a positive impact on the lives of others. Finally, even though he was the MVP and quarterback of the 2005 4A Football Championship Team, Michael Scott lacked any hubris related to his talent and success and was a joy to know as a friend and teammate.

The William Alexander Lewis Mitchell Scholarship

The scholarship is awarded to a high school student who has completed at least the 9th grade at UMS-Wright. The recipient must be in a good academic standing, must be of good moral character and reputation, and must have adhered to the UMS-Wright Code of Conduct Recipients must also display dedication and passion for high school athletics, in particular basketball, that characterized William Mitchell who died tragically during his senior year of 2005.

UPPER AND MIDDLE SCHOOL NAMED SCHOLARSHIPS CONTINUED

The Paul D (Bubba) and Mary Ann B Murray Family Scholarship

The Paul D. (Bubba) and Mary Ann B. Murray Family Scholarship is intended to reward a student genuinely committed to maximizing the student’s potential in mind, body, and spirit. The student should be a rising 9th grader who is humble, of high integrity, and a hard worker that does not waste God-given abilities.

The David Miller Award

The David Miller Award is awarded to a member of the Boys Varsity Golf Team who displays the same competitive nature and unwavering team spirit that made David a championship caliber golfer and a loyal, supportive teammate David led his high school golf team to multiple state championships before accepting a golf scholarship to the University of Georgia. After a successful collegiate career, David spent some time as a pro golfer, but he eventually chose to leave professional golf to dedicate himself to being a father and husband.

The J. R. “Ronnie” Cross Bulldog Award

The J. R. “Ronnie” Cross Bulldog Award is presented to an outstanding Student Athlete who is a leader among their peers and possesses exemplary character. This is given in memory of Ronnie Cross a dedicated UMS-Wright Trustee who served from 1979 through 1993 Mr Cross was an effective leader for our school during the merger of University Military School and Julius T. Wright School for Girls.

UPPER AND MIDDLE SCHOOL SPECIAL AWARDS

The Army Reserve National Scholar/Athlete Award

The Army Reserve National Scholar/Athlete Awards are presented by the United States Army to a senior boy and a senior girl who have displayed excellence in both academics and athletics.

The Myrtle Harris Boazman Award

The Myrtle Harris Boazman Award is presented to a Middle School girl who, in the opinion of the faculty, best exemplifies the qualities of courtesy, sportsmanship, scholarship, and dependability. In short, the recipient is identified as the best all-around girl in the Middle School

The Vanessa Dantzler Chunn Award

The Vanessa Dantzler Chunn Award is presented to a sophomore who, in the opinion of the faculty, has displayed the qualities of good character, sincerity, courage, faith, and scholarship. In addition, the student should have assumed responsible leadership roles within the school and community.

The

William Frank

Cope, III Memorial Award

The William Frank Cope, III Memorial Award is given to a senior boy who, in the opinion of the faculty, possesses the qualities of a gentleman, is a varsity letter winner, and who is among the top ten boys academically in his class during his high school years at UMS-Wright.

The William Caffey Edington Award

The William Caffey Edington Award is presented to a senior who, in the opinion of the faculty, has given special service to UMS-Wright above and beyond what is normally expected of a student.

The

G O Hamner Award

The Hamner Award is presented to the Upper School student who possesses the most vigorous zeal for positive living - whose smiling, contagious personal qualities inspire others to be his or her best in victory and in defeat.

The Benjamin Harte Harris Spirit and Leadership Award

The Benjamin Harte Harris Spirit and Leadership Award is awarded to a senior who, in the opinion of the faculty, excels in the areas of scholarship, school spirit, and leadership. The recipient is the student who most emulates the never-failing spirit of UMS-Wright and the quiet leadership qualities which were observed over the years in Mr Ben H. Harris.

The Frances Barnes Hicks Award

The Frances Barnes Hicks Award is presented to a senior girl who is sensitive to others, gracious, well-mannered, and motivated to do her best in all situations. Her character is beyond reproach. This is the highest award the faculty bestows to a senior girl In short, the recipient is identified as the best all-around girl in the Senior Class

The Andrew M. Hinson Award

The Andrew M Hinson Award is given to a senior who is a varsity letter winner, excels in mathematics, and possesses a special enthusiasm for UMS-Wright

The G. Sage Lyons, I Memorial Award

The G. Sage Lyons, I Memorial Award goes to the senior boy who best exemplifies the qualities of good sportsmanship, courtesy, scholarship, and dependability It is the highest award the faculty bestows to a senior boy In short, the recipient is identified as the best all-around boy in the Senior Class.

The Robert Radcliff Lyons Award

The Robert Radcliff Lyons Award is given to an eighth grade boy who, in the opinion of his classmates, best emulates the qualities of athletic skill, disarm- ing personality, and a limitless zest for life which were observed in Radcliff Lyons.

The Optimist Junior Citizenship Award

The Optimist Junior Citizenship Award is presented to a sixth grade student 63 who consistently displays the qualities of courtesy, dependability, and concern for others.

The William S. Pape Award

The William S. Pape Award is given to a Middle School boy who, in the opinion of the faculty, best exemplifies the qualities of courtesy, sportsmanship, scholarship, and dependability. In short, the recipient is identified as the best allaround boy in the middle school

The Vivian W. Rainer Award

The Vivian W. Rainer Award is presented to a senior girl who, in the opinion of the faculty, possesses the qualities of a lady, is active in co-curricular activities, and who is among the top ten girls academically in her class during her high school years at UMS-Wright.

The Ellie Tanner Award

The Ellie Tanner Award is presented to a UMS-Wright student who exemplifies the life lived by Ellie Tanner This student will have a passion for life, love, Christ, and UMS-Wright.

The Julius T. Wright Legacy Award

Presented to a senior girl who, in the opinion of the faculty, best fulfills the ideals set forth in the Julius T. Wright motto: to have faith, to see truth, to deal justly, and to be kind. In addition, the recipient should also be the daughter, granddaughter, or great-granddaughter of a Julius T. Wright or UMS-Wright alumna.

Middle & Upper School Service Award

This award will be presented to the Middle and Upper School student who best exemplifies the spirit of service. Service includes, but is not limited to, time spent in the community helping individuals, groups and organizations on a nonpaid basis. Service projects through the school will count toward logged hours. Activities not to be logged include, but are not limited to, acolyte service, babysitting or yard work done for relatives. Hours are recorded using the MobileServe app or online portal and are approved by the service coordinator.

The Spanish Award

The Spanish award is presented to a fourth grade student who has shown an outstanding interest and skill in the Spanish program throughout his/her time in Lower School

The Art Award

The Art Award is presented to a fourth grade student who has shown an outstanding interest and skill in the art program throughout his/her time in Lower School.

The Drama Award

The Drama Award is presented to a fourth grade student who participated enthusiastically in class performances throughout his/her time in Lower School.

The Frances Norquist Aldridge Memorial Music Award

The Frances Norquist Aldridge Memorial Music Award is presented to a fourth grade student who enjoys and takes interest in all phases of the Lower School music curriculum

The Hazel Pape Crown Award

The Hazel Pape Crown Award honors a fourth grader who has demonstrated a love for reading and learning, whose library work is exemplary, and whose respectful and honest attitude reflects that of Hazel Pape Crown.

The Blair Newman Science Award

The Blair Newman Science Award is presented to a fourth grade student who displays a keen interest, respect, and curiosity for the natural world. The student demonstrates responsibility and pays careful attention to detail in all aspects of the science curriculum The recipient approaches life with humor, wit and respect for others as demonstrated in the life of Mrs Blair Newman

The Sue Deal Reading Award

The Sue Deal Reading Award is named in honor and memory of Sue Deal, a long time UMS-Wright friend and teacher. The award is given to two fourth grade students who have shown outstanding achievement in reading as illustrated through achievement test scores, initiative for outside reading, and independence in school work.

The Nan Gall Award

The Nan Gall Award is given to a fourth grade student who reflects the qualities of Nan Gall such as a positive attitude, genuine respect for others, and sense of humor.

The Sarah A Hanks Award

The Sarah A Hanks Award is presented to a fourth grade girl who, in the opinion of the Lower School faculty, exemplifies the qualities of scholarship, good citizenship, and who shows great respect for the school and its principles

The Helen “Timmie” Miller Award

The Helen “Timmie” Miller Award is presented to a fourth grade girl who demonstrates the qualities of good character, a natural enthusiasm about life, and a genuine concern for others.

The Neil Palmer Williamson Award

The Neil Palmer Williamson Award is presented to a fourth grade boy, who in the opinion the Lower School Faculty, exemplifies the qualities of determination, loyalty, and school spirit.

The Anna Kate Wilkerson Spirit Award

This award is given each year to reward a student for his or her school spirit, charisma, helpfulness, and kindness towards other students and faculty-all qualities that defined Anna Kate Wilkerson.

The Dr. Julius Tutwiler Wright Award

The Dr. Julius Tutwiler Wright Award is presented to a fourth grade boy who demonstrates the qualities of a keen and alert mind and a spirit that is true to the teachings of the school, such as dignity of character and sustained self- respect that fosters courtesy, and respect for authority.

ATHLETIC AWARDS

Awards are presented to outstanding players at the varsity level in all sports at UMS-Wright. Many of these awards are named in honor and memory of individuals and/or families with strong ties to the school The following is a listing of these named awards, by sport:

Baseball

The Gary Willard Sportsmanship Award

The James “Red” Leachman Award

Basketball (Boys)

William Mitchell Award

The Allen U Graham Award - Leadership

The B.R. “Ruff” Wilson, III Award

Cross Country (Boys)

The Buff Cope MVP Award

Cross Country (Girls)

Blunck-Johnston MVP Award

Football

The Bruce Filippini Award

The Joe Bullard, Jr Award

The John H. Mostellar, Jr. Award

Golf

The Eddie Holmes Award, Presented by the Dzwonkowski Brothers

Lacrosse

The Valerie Hines Memorial Great Teammate Award

Soccer (Girls)

The Corey Galle Steele MVP Award

The Toots Otts “Never Say Die Attitude” Award

Swimming

The Mosteller Aquatic Award

The Chris Walton Aquatic Award

The Laura Hancock Aquatic Award

Allison Beebe Aquatic Award

Tennis (Boys)

The Stewart Carrington, Jr. Award

The Stewart Carrington, Jr Scholarship

Track (Boys)

The Pat Galle Top Dog Award (Total Points)

The Hope Award (Running Events)

The James T. Overbey MVP Award

The Radcliff/Rayford Award (Field Events)

Track (Girls)

The Arlene Jones Awards (Field Events)

The Janey Miller Top Dog Award (Total Points)

The Rebecca Montgomery Awards (Running Events)

The Lisa Savell Drew MVP Award

Volleyball

The Elizabeth Damson MVP Award

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In addition, athletic awards are given in several special categories, as follows:

The Lois Brown Lewis Athletic Award

The Lois Brown Lewis Athletic Award is presented to the senior female varsity athlete who, in the opinion of the varsity coaches, has made the greatest contribution to varsity athletics.

The R.E. Hanks Athletic Award

The R.E. Hanks Athletic Award is presented to the senior male varsity athlete who, in the opinion of varsity coaches, has made the greatest contribution to varsity athletics.

The Arlene Jones Award

The Arlene Jones Award goes to the senior female varsity athlete who has lettered in at least two sports for three years of Upper School, one of the three must be her senior year, and who possesses the highest academic average of students who qualify for this award.

The James W Rainer Award

The James W. Rainer Award goes to the senior varsity male athlete who has lettered in at least two sports for three years of Upper School, one of the three must be his senior year, and who possesses the highest academic average of students who qualify for this award.

The UMS-Wright Coaches’ Cups

The Athletic Department awards the UMS-Wright Coaches’ Cups to the male and female senior athletes who demonstrate loyalty and commitment to their coaches, their teams, and their school, and who best embody the spirit of competitiveness and sportsmanship.

OUR FACILITIES

The spacious UMS-Wright campus extends over 52 acres and includes 12 principal buildings, The David J. Cooper, Sr. Dining Hall, Ervin S. Cooper Stadium, Galle-Leatherbury Track, Greer Radcliff Field Events Area, Robert Herndon Radcliff, III Baseball Field, indoor batting and pitching facility, football practice field, soccer field, Martha B Maitre Softball Field, recreational areas, Lubel Swimming Pool, maintenance building, and parking areas The principal buildings are: Julius T. Wright Hall, David R. Dunlap Auditorium, Monte L. Moorer Hall, Lillian C. McGowin Hall, Benjamin H. Harris Hall, Ralph Reynolds Hall, Huckabee/Hanks/Hinson Physical Activities Complex, Sue Deal Hall, Fine and Performing Arts Center, and the E.A. and Belle G. Roberts 5th/6th grade Building, Belle G. and Edward A. Roberts Middle School Building houses students in grades 7th and 8th. All classrooms are air-conditioned and well equipped.

Julius T. Wright Hall

Wright Hall houses some administrative offices, upper school classrooms and labs, Roberts Library, Moorer Hall, and athletic offices as well as a counseling center.

The David J. Cooper Sr. Dining Hall

In January of 2023, the new dining hall opened in honor of Mr David J Cooper, Sr for his unwavering dedication to our school. This 17,000 square foot facility, which serves the entire school, is equipped with extraordinary culinary options while offering a centralized location when the entire UMS-Wright family can gather. It also houses The Dr. Monte L. Moorer Foundation Charitable Trust Foyer, The J.L. Bedsole Foundation Board Room, and The Crampton Trust Colonnade.

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The Belle G and Edward A Roberts Middle School Building

The Belle G. and Edward A. Roberts Middle School Building houses students in grades 7 and 8. There are two STEM labs and ten classrooms as well as a counseling center and administrative offices in this two story building.

Fine & Performing Arts Center

The UMS-Wright Arts Center fosters creative growth with four state-of-the-art classrooms including a band room, a choral room, a studio art room, and a drama lab as well as four rehearsal rooms shared by all performance groups

The Louise Robinson Moorer Reception Gallery is available for receptions and exhibits by studio art, photography, and creative writing classes. The gallery connects the classrooms to recently-renovated Dunlap Auditorium with its new scene shop and dressing rooms adjacent to the stage. The outdoor Huckabee-Foster Amphitheater, dedicated in memory of Thomas C. Huckabee by his daughter Martha Anne Foster, is a popular gathering place for classes and small group meetings

The Louise Robinson Moorer Reception Gallery

The Louise Robinson Moorer Reception Gallery is an integral part of the UMS-Wright Arts Center. Through the generous funding from the Monte L. Moorer Charitable Trust, the impressive gallery is enjoyed by the entire UMSWright family for arts events, receptions, and meetings. The gallery is named in honor of Louise Robinson Moorer of Mobile, Alabama (1898-1983)

The E.A. and Belle G. Roberts Middle School Building

The E.A. and Belle G. Roberts Middle School Building was erected in 2016. It houses the J. Manson Murray 5th Grade Hall and the 6th Grade Hall. There are 10 classrooms and 2 STEM labs as well as a skywalk connected to the newly renovated Media Center.

Corinne Aubert Roberts Library

Roberts Library, adjoining Julius T. Wright Hall, provides spacious library facilities for grades 5-12 and is staffed by a full-time professional librarian.

Benjamin Harte Harris Hall & Library

Harris Hall is the home of the Ben H Harris Lower School Library, four second grade classrooms, and three smaller rooms to accommodate individual and small group instruction The library, for Pre-Kindergarten through grade four, is a comfortable facility providing access for student research and instruction.

Monte L. Moorer Hall

Moorer Hall houses eight modern classrooms for the third and fourth grades.

Lillian C McGowin Hall

McGowin Hall, located between Moorer Hall and Harris Hall, houses eight modern classrooms for the K5 and 1st grade as well as a faculty workroom.

Ralph Reynolds Hall

Reynolds Hall provides nine K3 and K4 classrooms as well as the John Elwood Ladd classroom Three of the classrooms are used for our extended day program

Sue Deal Hall

Deal Hall, located adjacent to Harris Hall, houses the lower school administration offices, the Frances Aldridge Danley music room and art classrooms, Science Lab/Writing Lab, Spanish classroom, counseling, K5 and 3rd grade classrooms, and the office of the Director of Academic Support

Gus Hamner Courtyard

This courtyard honors Gustavus O. Hamner, former Julius T. Wright Headmaster. It includes a lighted walkway leading to a large brick gazebo which is adjacent to a landscaped area used for various outdoor activities and special events

The Memorial Courtyard

This lovely area in the center of our campus began as an idea among members of the UMS-Wright Class of 2002 who wanted to create a garden in memory of their inspiring classmate, Kerri Castello. This concept has now expanded to create our Memorial Courtyard where students, alumni, faculty and friends can be memorialized.

The General

The General is located in the Columns Office lobby. The General offers school approved PE uniforms and outerwear along with many souvenir and gift ideas for parents, grandparents, and alumni.

Janey Miller Publications Room

The Janey Miller Publications Room was dedicated in April 2023 This classroom houses state of the art technology for the use of editing and production of The Cadet (yearbook) and other student publications

Stimpson Foyer

Stimpson Foyer is located adjacent to Wilson Gym and provides an inviting gathering space for students, campus guests, and all members of the UMS-Wright family while celebrating the achievements of all UMS-Wright athletic teams The foyer is dedicated to Sandy Stimpson, a visionary leader for UMS-Wright and the Mobile community, a member of the UMS class of 1970, and a UMS-Wright Trustee from 1982 to 2013

Wilson Gym

UMS-Wright has two gymnasiums. Named in honor of Beverly R. “Babe” Wilson, Jr. and Beverly R. “Ruff” Wilson, III, Wilson Gym is located between Moorer Dining Hall and the Lubel Swimming Pool. The Physical Activities Complex (PAC) is dedicated to Col Thomas C Huckabee, Col R E Hanks, and Col Andrew Hinson This facility also houses our newest gym and the Mostellar Weight Room, which was completely renovated in June 2017, locker and shower rooms, a laundry room, an athletic equipment room, and a training room, as well as administrative offices, a conference room, and Heritage Hallway.

The Lubel Swimming Pool is used for swim meets as well as Physical Education classes, Intramural Swimming, and summer camps The pool and pool deck were completely redone in the spring of 2012

The Blair Walton Basketball room was relocated during the summer of 2018 along with the coaches’ offices.

Ervin S. Cooper Stadium, which seats 4,000, is located on the north of our campus and is not only used for football games but also for special events such as graduation. A beautiful press box and exterior facade were constructed in 2007. The football field is surrounded by the Galle-Leatherbury Track, which was resurfaced during the summer of 2011 and renamed in honor of UMS-Wright Track Coach Pat Galle

Urquhart Field, was dedicated in April of 2007, and resurfaced during the summer of 2017, is an all-purpose field made of “spring turf” which is used for physical education classes, Boys’ and Girls’ Soccer games, intramurals, Middle School football games, and as a practice field for the football team.

R H Radcliff Baseball Field, which was dedicated in February 2002, is located on the northwestern side of the campus This beautiful facility is second to none in the Southeast, and is equipped with an air conditioned press box, restrooms, and seating for over 550 spectators. The Hitting Facility at Radcliff Field, which was completed in April of 2015, is a state of the art hitting facility for baseball and softball. The facility will also be used by football and soccer for group work. It also has storage areas for equipment.

Gerald Reid Field is dedicated to long-time UMS-Wright Equipment Manager Gerald Reid, who served the students at UMS-Wright for over 30 years The field, completed during the summer of 2015, is used for practices and games for our youth football program, middle school football, soccer, and all Physical Education classes.

The Martha B. Maitre Softball Field is located west of the student parking lot, It was renovated in 2016.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Chairman: Ashleigh C. Leland

Co-Chairmen: Kristen B. DeLaney and Frank J. Lott

Walsh L Arendall

Robert C. Baird, III

Joel B. Bullard, III

Celia C. Cameron

Angus R. Cooper, III

Curran D. Foose

Elizabeth D Freeman

Mara B. Gipson

Margaret W. Gleason

Alvin K. Hope, II

Robert M. Hope, Jr.

Robert B. Israel

Virginia S Jeffery

Donald P. Kelly

Abby G. Kennedy

Allen H. Ladd

M. Bancroft McMurphy

Brooks P. Milling

Hilton B Mostellar

P. Bradley Murray

Paige B. Plash

W. Davis Pilot, III

Benjamin M. Radcliff, Jr.

Mikell W. Taylor

H Winchester Thurber, IV

Sarah L. Watkins

Jeff F. Weston, Jr.

OUR SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS

PARENTS' ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

President: Sherie Mabrey

President-Elect: Hartley Winter

Secretary: Courtney McMahon

Treasurer: Catherine Wynn

LS Liaison: Sara Pilot

Member at Large: Kasey Stubbs

ALUMNI BOARD

Presidents: Natalie Walker Jones '98 and Winchester Thurber '92

Vice Presidents : Garland Weavil Sanders '01 and Peyton Mattei '98

Secretary : Brooke Beard Dodson '01

Treasurer: Robin Hanes '98

CONTACT INFORMATION

Head of School, Mr. Doug Barber | dbarber@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9047

Main Office

Assistant to Head of School, Mrs. Stefanie Reaves | SReaves@ums-wright.org | 251-479-6551

Admissions, Mrs. Anne Stabler | AStabler@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9044

Advancement, Mrs. Julie Otts | JOtts@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9039

Alumni, Mrs Caitlin Zoghby | CZoghby@ums-wright org | 251-470-9025

Arts Center, Mrs. Laura Roberts | lauraroberts@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9024

Athletics, Mrs. Molly Nordmann | MNordmann@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9045

Business Office, Mrs. Amanda Rahm | ARahm@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9030

Cafeteria Manager | umswright@valleyservicesi.com | 251-470-9013

Campus Safety & Security, Mr. Garrett Humphrey | ghumphrey@ums-wright.org | 251-463-4947

Curriculum & Instruction-US- Mrs. Lauren Rodgers | LRodgers@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9012

Curriculum & Instruction-MS- Mrs. Bre Stricklin | BStricklin@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9012

Facilities, Mr. Tommy Akridge | TAkridge@ums-wright.org | 251-656-0950

Marketing, Mrs. Ally Smith | ASmith@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9026

Registar, Mrs. Cindy Wildberger | CWildberger@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9004

Tech Center | techcenter@ums-wright org | 251-479-6551 ext 299

The General (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | 251-470-9043

Lower School

Secretary, Mrs. Laura Davison | LDavison@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9040

Assistant to LS Principal, Mrs. Amanda Roberds | ARoberds@ums-wright.org

Counselor, Mrs. Blair Schoenvogel | BSchoenvogel@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9054

Summer & Auxilliary Programs, Mrs. Sarah Forwood | SForwood@ums-wright.org

Lower School Principal, Mrs. Aldridge Marks | AMarks@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9011

Middle School

Middle School Office, Mrs Nancy Erwin | NErwin@ums-wright org | 251-665-4069

Middle School Counselor, Mrs. Dana Stewart | DStewart@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9041

Middle School Principal, Mr. Jeb Blackerby | JBlackerby@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9042

Upper School

Upper School Office, Mrs. Elizabeth Howard | EHoward@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9036

College Counseling Office, Dr. Kristin Odom |KOdom@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9038

Director of Counseling, Mrs. Meridy Jones | MJones@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9029

Dean of Technology, Brent Daugherty | BDaugherty@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9001

Upper School Principal, Mr. Wes Lathan | WLathan@ums-wright.org | 251-470-9016