The Unity Scoop

Unity High recently welcomed members of the cast of the iconic television series A Different World for an unforgettable visit!

Our special guests spent time connecting with, encouraging, and inspiring our students, sharing experiences and insights about pursuing their dreams.

They also had the opportunity to shadow Principal English, gaining a firsthand appreciation for the rewards, responsibilities, and remarkable work that go into leading a school like Unity High!

It was a memorable experience filled with inspiration, laughter, and plenty of Unity pride! Check out the fun footage on social media, with much more to come! Be proud, Unity!

Unity High students and staff embraced the Halloween spirit, transforming our school into a frightfully fun haunted house!

A huge thank-you to everyone who helped bring this spooky experience to life, and to the brave souls who dared to venture inside!

Watch the haunted house highlights on Instagram

We're excited to offer students new experiences, exposure, and opportunities to explore and deepen their interests through our growing selection of after-school clubs!

From Film, Art & Mural Making, Climbing, Boxing, Debate, Game Design, and Photography to many other exciting options, there's something for everyone!

These clubs are offered in addition to our athletics programs and St. Nick's after-school programming at our middle school, providing even more ways for students to learn, grow, connect, and have fun beyond the classroom.

We encourage all students and families to take advantage of these opportunities!

Clubs launch Monday, October 26. Questions? Contact your campus coordinator:

• Middle School: Mr. Bryant, jbryant@unityprep.org
• High School: Ms. Oliver, aolivier@unityprep.org

Get involved, explore your passions, and make the most of your Unity experience!

The Halloween festivities continue this week with a costume contest and more spooky fun for Unity Middle students participating in St. Nick’s after-school program!

Students can look forward to costumes, creativity, and plenty of Halloween excitement!

Friday, October 30 · 3:30–5:30 PM · 432 Monroe Street. Enjoy food, games, music, and a costume contest during St. Nick’s after-school program.

Students must have an after-school application and, if already enrolled, must attend the whole month of October. See the flyer for requirements.

Election season extends to Unity High! Our students are preparing to elect their next Student Government Association (SGA) President, and the candidates are ready to share their visions for our school!

Join us for the SGA Presidential Debate, where Rachel Torres, Tammy Charlesworth, and Brooklyn MacMillan will share their ideas, priorities, and plans for making Unity High an even stronger community. See the details in the flier below.

Tuesday, October 27 · 3:30–4:15 PM · Unity High gym. Election Day is Wednesday, October 28.

All students are welcome! Seating is limited, and RSVPs are required on a first-come, first-served basis. RSVP Here.

Your voice matters, Unity! Get informed, hear from your candidates, and make your vote count!

Thank you to all the families who joined us last Monday for our Unity High School Information Session!

We enjoyed sharing what makes the Unity Advantage so special – from our rigorous academics and exceptional college and career preparation to our athletics, clubs, supportive relationships, and exciting new opportunities.

Unity High offers the best of both worlds: the familiarity and support of the Unity community students already know, combined with the independence, opportunities, and challenges of high school.

Couldn't attend or want to revisit what we shared? We've got you covered! View the presentation slides HERE.

We look forward to continuing the conversation and helping families explore all that Unity High has to offer!

Kudos to our Students of the Month from September! We celebrate these students for showing exemplary scholarship and citizenship!

Let’s give it up for our Student-Athletes of the Month! These Panthers showed outstanding effort, teamwork, and character each and every day on their respective teams.

Thank you to all of our families who participated in our Family Ambassadors meeting earlier this month! It was wonderful to connect, share updates and ideas, answer questions, and discuss ways to make Unity even stronger through our partnership with families.

As a special thank-you, students of all families who participated will receive 15 PRIDE Points!

We look forward to continuing the conversation at our next Family Ambassadors meeting on Tuesday, November 10, at 6:00 PM via Zoom. All Unity families in grades 6–12 are welcome!

View the general meeting slides

Celebrate excellent attendance in Quarter 1! Students who attend school and arrive on time 93% or more of the quarter will be entered in a raffle for a pair of shoes worth up to $180. See the flyer for details.

Kudos to our P.R.I.D.E. Leaders as of the Month: Our P.R.I.D.E. Core Values of Progress, Respect for All, Integrity, Discovery, and Empathy represent qualities that we covet as a school community. They also represent qualities that we believe empower our students to lead fulfilling lives and, therefore, qualities that we have a responsibility to actively teach and positively reinforce.

The students listed below are our leaders from the month of September, being recognized by their teachers for demonstrating our Core Values. On behalf of our school community, we are proud of these students, and look forward to continuing to shout out all of our students when they demonstrate P.R.I.D.E. in our community.

October is filled with exciting initiatives and events that celebrate what makes Unity special! From our schoolwide Anti-Bullying Campaign to Spirit Week at Unity Middle, students are coming together to strengthen friendships, celebrate one another, and build a safe, supportive, and welcoming school community. Along with other activities throughout the month, these experiences reinforce our commitment to joyful learning, kindness, belonging, and Panther pride. We look forward to a terrific month of learning, celebration, and community building!

October 26–30: Get ready for spooky pajamas, twin day, fall flannel or pumpkin colors, crazy hats and socks, and costume day. Check the flyer for each day’s theme and dress-code requirements.

We’re excited to launch Unity Majors, a new program designed to connect students’ interests with their college and career aspirations! Last week, we introduced our 9th- and 10th-grade students to seven exciting pathways that will offer opportunities for specialized coursework, college credit, career credentials, and real-world experiences. Students will explore their interests before selecting a major, putting them on a path to graduate truly college- and career-ready, and with a meaningful advantage! Stay tuned for more information as the program takes shape!

Unity Middle's Quarter 1 i-Ready Challenge is underway! Students are competing by logging practice learning minutes in i-Ready Math and ELA, with prizes for top performers, including a pizza lunch, dress-down passes, and other fun surprises!

The challenge is designed to build strong learning habits, celebrate student effort, and accelerate academic growth as we wrap up the first quarter. Let’s cheer on our Panthers as they learn, grow, and earn rewards!

Challenge dates: October 1–November 5.

Unity High students are hitting the road and exploring college campuses this fall! These visits provide opportunities to experience college life firsthand, discover academic programs, and envision their futures beyond high school.

Our recent and upcoming campus visits include:

• SUNY Stony Brook , October 20
• New York University (NYU) , October 21
• SUNY Albany , October 27

These experiences reflect Unity's commitment to exceptional college and career preparation, helping students explore their interests, expand their horizons, and make informed decisions about their futures.