The Unity Scoop – May 31

Dear Families of Unity,

Happy Sunday! While it was a short week, it was also a productive and memorable one across our community.

Congratulations to our 8th graders and seniors, who celebrated their proms on Thursday, and to our middle school students and staff, who successfully closed out Quarter 4 and continue preparing for Roundtable Presentations, now just over a week away.

We also want to recognize our seniors, who completed their final day of classes this week, as well as our high school students, who continue to work hard as they finish the year strong and prepare for June Regents exams.

As we welcome the month of June, we return to a full week of school. Be sure to review the June Family Calendar below to see the many exciting events and celebrations ahead as we close out the school year.

In this edition of The Unity Scoop, you’ll find:

• The college acceptance list for the Class of 2026
• Highlights from our seniors’ final day of classes
• Photos from our senior and 8th grade proms
• Our June Family Calendar

I wish everyone a wonderful Sunday and look forward to a strong first week of June.

In unity,
Josh

Josh Beauregard
Executive Director / Co-founder

Updates as of May 31, 2026:

1. New – 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.

2. New – 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.

3. New – 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!

4. New – 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.

5. Recap – Unity High’s Young Artists Showcase Their Work at a Local Gallery!

Earlier this month, Unity High students proudly showcased their artwork at a local gallery in Williamsburg, joined by staff, families, and community members for a celebration of creativity and achievement. The exhibition featured original works created in Ms. Gjakova’s and Ms. Fontenot’s art classes, highlighting the talent, hard work, and artistic growth of our students.

Congratulations to our young artists for sharing their work with the community, and thank you to the families and supporters who helped make this special event such a success!

6. 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!

7. Recap – Congratulations to Our April i-Ready Challenge Winners!

We are excited to recognize the winners of our April i-Ready Challenge! Throughout the month, students demonstrated #progress and #integrity as they worked to strengthen their academic skills.

Congratulations to all students highlighted below—we look forward to recognizing our May winners in just a few weeks!

8. Recap – 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 April, 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.

9. Recap – Celebrating NYC Through Dance & Roundtables!

Families are invited to join us for our middle school End-of-Year Roundtables and student-curated dance showcase. This year’s showcase theme, Roots of the City, celebrates the music, movement, stories, and cultural icons that have shaped our city. Through thoughtful presentations and dynamic performances, students will showcase their learning, creativity, and hard work.

The event will be on Wednesday June 3rd, in the middle school auditorium. If you are unable to attend, a digital recording will be shared, and families may also have the opportunity to view the performance during their scholar’s Roundtable presentation. Please RSVP by June 2, 2026.

10. Recap – Recent Highlights from Our Spring Athletics Teams – Go Panthers!

It was another busy week for all of the Unity Panther teams! Our high school boys volleyball team and track teams were in action, showcasing hard work, teamwork, and determination. Back on campus, Ms. McRae joined middle school students in our schoolwide wall-sit competition, while members of the Middle School Baseball Club sharpened their batting techniques and swings, developing their skills on the field.

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. 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!

14. 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

15. 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.

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

17. 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

18. 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!