The Unity Scoop – June 5

Dear Families of Unity,

Congratulations to our middle school students, team, and families on completing the final full day of regular classes today! This marks a major milestone in our students’ educational journeys and is a noteworthy accomplishment for our teachers, staff, and families. Congratulations to all!

In addition, congratulations to our Unity student-athletes who celebrated their accomplishments this week. Shout-out to Mr. Coleman and Mr. Egharevba for organizing such meaningful events!

We also applaud our dance students for their performances this past week. Kudos to Ms. McRae for bringing these enriching experiences to life for our students and broader community!

Looking ahead, at the middle school, students will engage in their end-of-year trips on Monday, take part in their last day of classes on Tuesday, and engage in their Roundtable presentations starting Wednesday.  Meanwhile, our high school students will wrap up their final full week of regular classes and begin their Regents exams. We are incredibly proud of our students’ hard work and perseverance. Stay focused, do your best, and take pride in all you’ve accomplished. You’ve got this!

In this edition of The Unity Scoop, we bring to you several highlights from this past week’s festivities, including our middle school dance showcase and Roundtable preparation.  We also honor our Students with stellar attendance for the month of May!

In unity,
Josh

Josh Beauregard
Executive Director / Co-founder

Updates as of June 5, 2026:

1. New – Celebrating NYC Through Dance!

This week, our middle school students took the stage for Roots of the City, a student-curated dance showcase celebrating the music, movement, stories, and cultural icons that have shaped New York City. Through their performances, students showcased their creativity, hard work, and pride in our city.

2. New – Preparing for Roundtables at Unity Prep Middle School

Our 6th and 7th grade scholars are hard at work preparing for Roundtables, refining both their ideas and presentation skills. Later this month, they will be sharing their learning with families and peers. Students are engaging with real-world issues that require research, critical thinking, and persuasive communication, including:

●petitioning for environmental policy changes

●analyzing data on ways to reduce our carbon footprint

Along the way, scholars are practicing public speaking, collaborating with classmates, and strengthening their ability to present evidence-based arguments with confidence. We can’t wait to see them showcase their hard work and impress friends and family during Roundtables!

3. New – Perfect Attendance from May!

The following lengthy list of students demonstrated a strong and consistent dedication to their education by showing stellar attendance this past month.  Kudos to these students – we love seeing you each and every day!  And, of course, we look forward to celebrating additional students at the end of this month!

4. New – Staff vs. Seniors Volleyball and Basketball Matches!

Our annual Staff vs. Seniors Volleyball and Basketball Matches at Unity High brought plenty of energy, competition, and fun to the high school this week. Unity High School Seniors and staff battled it out on the court while building community and creating lasting memories together.

A big thank you to the faculty and staff who participated and helped make this tradition such a success. Check out a few photos from the game below!

5. Recap – Middle School Roundtable Presentations are Just Around the Corner!

We are excited for our middle school students’ Roundtable presentations, which will take place over three days: June 10th, 11th, and 12th (see the details below).  RSVP with your child’s advisor at your earliest convenience if you haven’t already done so!

6. Recap – College Acceptance List for Unity’s Class of 2026!

We are excited to share the full list of colleges and universities to which Unity’s Class of 2026 has earned admission. Congratulations to our seniors on this remarkable achievement and on taking the important next steps toward enrolling at the college of their choice this fall. We are incredibly proud of all you have accomplished and look forward to seeing what you achieve in this next chapter.

7. Recap – June 2026 Schoolwide Calendar

For your family’s convenience, here is a schoolwide calendar of events for the month of June – print it out and throw it on the refrigerator door!  It is possible that events could change and new events could be added.  An up-to-date events calendar can always be accessed on our website.

8. Recap – Celebrating the Class of 2026 on their Last Day of Classes!

This week, our seniors celebrated their final day of classes at Unity, marking the culmination of four years of learning, growth, friendship, and perseverance. Throughout the day, students were honored by their teachers, and the celebration concluded with a standing ovation from students and staff as the Class of 2026 departed the building for the final time.  Enjoy the photos below of several seniors being honored after their final art class during a visit to a waterfront park with Ms. Gjakova.  We look forward to celebrating their graduation with families on June 26th!

9. Recap – Unity’s 8th Graders and Seniors Celebrate at Prom!

Our 8th graders and seniors recently celebrated their proms, enjoying an evening of fun, dancing, and celebration with friends and classmates. Thank you to the staff members and chaperones who helped make these special evenings possible.

10. Recap – Thank you for Taking Part in our Recent Family Ambassadors Meeting!

We’re so grateful to all of the families who joined us for our recent Family Ambassadors Meeting. As always, the gathering was productive, energizing, and filled with great conversation and community spirit!

You can find the meeting agenda and slides linked here.

11. Recap – Unity High Leads Brooklyn in College-Going!

We are proud to share that Unity High achieved an 84% college enrollment rate for the Class of 2025—one of the highest in Brooklyn, among the highest for open-admissions schools, and the highest among charter high schools in the borough. In other words, a greater percentage of our graduates enrolled in college this past fall than any other charter high school in Brooklyn.

12. Recap – Congratulations to Our Newly Admitted Unity Families!

We are excited to share that our 2026–27 admissions lottery has been completed, and we extend a warm congratulations to all newly admitted students and families! We are thrilled to welcome you into the Unity community and look forward to partnering with you in the years ahead.

Next Step: Schedule Your Enrollment Meeting
If you are a new family that was accepted in the lottery, please schedule your enrollment phone call appointment using the link below. During this call, we will review key information, complete required paperwork, and ensure a smooth transition to Unity.

New families: schedule your enrollment meeting by clicking here!

If you have any questions or need support along the way, please don’t hesitate to reach out by emailing cbeckford@unityprep.org. We’re excited to welcome you and support your family every step of the way. Welcome to Unity!

13. Recap – 2026-27 School Calendar of Key Events and Vacations for Families Now Available

We’re excited to share key dates to help your family plan ahead, including the first and last days of school, holidays, breaks, and important events throughout the year.

Please review the calendar closely and save it for reference. We will communicate any updates with families in advance as needed.

• 2027-27 School Calendar of Key Events and Vacations for Families, Grades 6-12

14. Recap – Parent Workshops: A Resource for Unity Families!

Unity families are invited to take advantage of free, online parent workshops offered by Marble Health, shared as a helpful resource by our Director of Social Work, Ms. Del Purgatorio. These workshops are developed by clinician and researcher Annie Graham and are held via Zoom, with live captioning available in 35 languages, including Spanish, Mandarin, French, and Russian, to ensure broad accessibility for our families.

15. Recap – Unity’s 2025-26 Student & Family Handbook is Available Here!

16. Recap – 2025-26 School Year Calendar of Key Events and Vacations for Families Calendars for the 2025-26 school year are available below. Note that we have two versions this year – one version for our middle school (grades 6-8) and another version for our high school (grades 9-12).

• Grades 6-8 2025-26 School Calendar of Key Events and Vacations for Families
• Grades 9-12 2025-26 School Calendar of Key Events and Vacations for Families

17. Recap – Join our New Unity Prep Instagram (IG) Account Today!

We recently launched our new grades 6-12 IG account to bring our entire community together – @unityprepcharterschool.  Don’t miss out – follow us now!