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Welcome to Upson-Lee Elementary School
Upson-Lee Elementary School serves scholars in grades 3-5 in a grade center environment. A well-organized and dedicated teaching staff is supported by administrators and instructional coaches. Educators monitor all scholars to ensure that their learning is progressing on a daily, monthly, and yearly basis. Common planning times allow teachers to discuss strategies across subjects, compare best practices, and target problems quickly and effectively.
In addition to the core academic courses, scholars receive instruction in music, art, and physical education. Scholars may audition for the ULE chorus, which has been recognized at the regional and state levels. A Challenge program is available for accelerated learners.
In 2017, the school completed a 1:1 computing initiative, providing students with frequent, integral use of technology across the curriculum. Upson-Lee Elementary is accredited by AdvancEd (SACS/CASI) and is Accredited with Quality by the Georgia Accrediting Commission.
Coronavirus Information for TU Stakeholders
Link to Important Information for Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in Communities
March 3, 2020
On Monday, March 2, Governor Brian Kemp confirmed the first two cases of coronavirus within the state of Georgia. The Thomaston-Upson School System continues to be vigilant and proactive in our efforts to keep students and staff safe at school. We are closely monitoring information from the Georgia Department of Public Health (GA DPH) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak that originated in China, and we want to remind you of CDC recommendations for protection against viral infections:
- Staff and students should stay home when sick.
- Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or the inside of your elbow.
- Wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with 60%-95% alcohol.
- Avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and objects.
Stop the Spread of Germs (English)
Stop the Spread of Germs (Spanish)
Additional information is available at the Georgia Department of Public Health. Thank you for your support and for helping to keep our schools safe.
6th Grade Registration
Upcoming 6th Grade Class Sign up Form. Please click the link below to fill out the form.
Would you like to check your child's grades?
It's as easy as clicking on this link:https://campus.upson.k12.ga.us/campus/portal/upson.jsp?
Follow these instructions: Parent Portal Directions.pdf
Needs Assessment Surveys
It is time for the Thomaston-Upson School System to begin our annual process of planning and collaborative reflection. The needs assessment survey is a valuable component in this process. Survey results will be used to inform the decisions affecting system-wide goals for improving teaching and learning to ensure academic success and positive student outcomes. Please take a few moments to complete the survey below. Click the link to the survey which best fits your role in the Thomaston-Upson School System and community.
Poetry Winners
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3rd grade-
1st place: Alaina Worthy
2nd place: Scarlett Smith
3rd place: Myla Wall -
4th grade-
1st place: Emma Goen
2nd place: Colt Amos
3rd place: Kyia Ellerbee -
5th grade-
1st place: Carly Adams
2nd place: Ansleigh Ford
3rd place: Sophia Harris
Look What's Going on at ULES
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Students in Mrs. Brawner's class are enjoying "Flashlight Friday."
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Happy Birthday selfies are posted each Friday on our FB page.
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Students in Mrs. Bunn's class are learning about clouds in this hands-on activity.
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The first Wednesday of the month is Girls in Pearls/ Guys in Ties. Dress for success!
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5th grade dance.
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Remembering 9-11.
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Remembering 9-11.
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Mrs. Bunn's classroom transformation
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Mr. Jones' Cattle Trail
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Teachers during their Sunshine "Fiesta"
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Mrs. Fordham, our long-time classified staff
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Guys in Ties
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Family Reading Night
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Family Reading Night
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Family Reading Night
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Family Reading Night
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3rd Grade Rock Quarry Field Trip
Curriculum Videos on YouTube
Grant Recipients
Congratulations to Mrs. Yodie Ellerbee and Mrs. Niki Dunn! Thanks to Southern Rivers Energy and their "Bright Ideas" grant, students in Mrs. Dunn's class will have the opportunity to use their mathematical skills to "Escape the Room"! Creating fun and engaging activities that allow students to practice problem-solving, teamwork, and math computations are made possible when we "lock up their learning"! The Southern Rivers Energy Bright Idea grant was written by Mrs. Ellerbee to purchase flexible seating options, engaging math activities, math manipulatives, and STEM resource kits for her classroom. All of these resources contain valuable hands-on opportunities for learning which will allow the students to learn through active experiences.
STEM Conference
Some of our STEM teachers presented at the 2019 STEM Conference in Athens, GA. In the session, they shared STEM projects that our teachers have developed that align with the investigations, designs, and constructions of the Georgia Standards of Excellence. Projects correlating to Georgia Standards of Excellence for grades 3, 4, and 5 were presented. 
STEM Grant Recipient
Mrs. Lauren Ellington won a 3 for $300 Grant for STEM Teachers. She wrote 3 sentences that explained why our school needed the money. She wrote about the 5th-grade erosion Problem-Based Learning Project.
Noteworthy Knights
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The following staff members received the most Noteworthy Knight referrals for the month of August. L. Weems, D. Busbee, N. Dunn, R. Griffin
Teachers Giving the Most Positive Behavior Referrals
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August
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Third Grade Positive Behavior Referrals
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August PBR
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September PBR
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October PBR
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January PBR
Fourth Grade Positive Behavior Referrals
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August PBR
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September PBR
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October PBR
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January PBR
Fifth Grade Positive Behavior Referrals
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August PBR
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September PBR
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October PBR
3rd Grade Students of the Month
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August
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September
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December.
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January
4th Grade Students of the Month
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August
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September
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December
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5th Grade Students of the Month
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2019-2020 Upson-Lee Fall Parent Survey
https://forms.gle/5yRig779TLEdD8WT6
Governor's Office of Student Achievement
The Governor's Office of Student Achievement (GOSA) website provides school reports for all public elementary, middle, and high schools in Georgia. These reports include A-F letter grades based on school performance and other useful information about the school, such as performance on statewide assessments, the make-up of the school's student body, the graduation rate, and additional academic information. Information is available in both English and Spanish. The most current report card available analyzes data from the 2016-2017 school year.