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9th grade families! Now is the time for your student to get involved and share their student voice as a member of the Superintendent's Student Advisory Board! Applications are being accepted from current 9th-grade students through this Sunday, Oct. 4, at 11:59 p.m. at www.uticak12.org/ssab by @uticacommunityschools

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Join Together with the Band

On September 18th the Utica HS Marching Band hosted its annual Alumni Night. The band has been hosting alumni each of the past 10 years and this year was the biggest ever turnout. 54 alumni attended including alums from the 2020s, 2010s (including current UHS teacher Collin Syler), 2000s, 1990s (including current UHS Director Brett Bays), and two alumni from the 1980s.

Prior to the game, the alums joined the band on the track to play, “I Just Might” by Bruno Mars, “Smoke On The Water” by Deep Purple, and “Sweet Caroline” by Neil Diamond. At halftime, the alumni joined the current band on the field at Swinehart Stadium and performed “Take Me Home, Country Roads” by John Denver. by @uticacommunityschools

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Happy School Custodian Appreciation Day! by @uticacommunityschools

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For many young people, voting for the first time can feel intimidating. At Henry Ford II High School, students had the opportunity to become more familiar with the voting process through a hands-on experience designed to help prepare them for civic participation.

Henry Ford II Teacher Christina Versele invited a nonpartisan voter-registration organization to work with students. The group has visited Henry Ford II during the past two springs to help eligible students register to vote and will return in both October and April.

“Our Time” was among the organizations that helped make the school’s recent voting simulation possible. During lunch on September 17th, representatives from Our Time, the League of Women Voters and the Macomb County Clerk’s Office joined HFII students to provide an authentic look at the voting process.

Students were able to use actual voting machines and tabulators, which allowed students to experience what it is like to cast a ballot and see how votes are processed.

“Being able to do the voting simulation was very helpful, and it gave me insight on what real voting looks like,” Henry Ford II junior Aviana Bradford said. “I think it is important for students to learn how to vote, so they are not confused when it becomes time for them to participate in their first real election.”

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We are looking forward to a great night celebrating the UCS legacy of excellence! by @uticacommunityschools

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UCS Students Explore College and Career Opportunities at Comerica Park

Utica Community Schools (UCS) AVID juniors and seniors had the opportunity to take their college and career exploration outside the classroom on September 23, attending the Detroit Tigers College Recruitment Day at Comerica Park.

The event, part of the Detroit Tigers' Class Outside series, brought together college recruiters and high school students to explore opportunities available after graduation. UCS AVID students connected with college and career representatives, learned about postsecondary pathways, and attended a student financial aid presentation designed to help them better understand the resources available to support their educational goals.

Adding to the excitement, the Eisenhower High School Marching Band partnered with AVID for this year's event and proudly performed the National Anthem before the Detroit Tigers game.

The experience directly supports the AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) program's mission of preparing students for college and career readiness. Through opportunities to interact with college representatives, explore financial aid options, and experience a major community event, students gained valuable insight into planning for life after high school.

The day combined college exploration, career readiness, music, and baseball, providing UCS students with an opportunity to envision their futures while celebrating the talents and opportunities available throughout the district.

https://bit.ly/4hlaqZ5 by @uticacommunityschools

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9th grade families! Now is the time for your student to get involved and share their student voice as a member of the Superintendent's Student Advisory Board! Applications are being accepted from current 9th grade students through this Sunday, Oct. 4 at 11:59 p.m. at www.uticak12.org/ssab by @uticacommunityschools

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All Utica Community Schools high schools have been named the top four in Macomb County by Niche.com - an online school, college, and neighborhood rating site.
Utica High School, Eisenhower High School, Henry Ford II High School and Stevenson High School were ranked one through four out of the 36 high schools in Macomb County.
High schools are ranked based on achievement data, college preparation, staff, clubs and activities, demographics, athletics and resources and facilities. by @uticacommunityschools

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All four award-winning Utica Community Schools Marching Bands will be presenting the annual Band-A-Rama at 7 p.m. on Sunday, October 11 at Swinehart Field, 47255 Shelby Road, Shelby Twp. MI 48317.

Band-A-Rama showcases the district’s talented high school musicians in field performances.

Ticket proceeds benefit the Louis Gonda Memorial Music Scholarship to fund opportunities for UCS band students to further their music education. Over the years, the Gonda Fund has enabled hundreds of students to attend music camps, take private lessons or otherwise enrich their music study.

Tickets are $5 for adults and high school students with junior high school and younger students having free admission. Tickets are available at the entrance and go towards music scholarships for band students.

All four high school bands will perform their half-time shows.

Falcon Marching Band – Under the Weather
Chieftain Marching Band – Piano Men
Titan Marching Band – The Magic of John Williams
Eagle Marching Band – Musical Royalty
They will begin the night with a combined performance of the Star-Spangled Banner.

UCS bands are under the direction of Brett Bays, of Utica High School; John Andersen, of Eisenhower High School; Matthew Schoenherr, of Henry Ford II High School; and Mike Yaros, of Stevenson High School.

Utica Community Schools continues to be honored at state and national levels for the high quality of its music program. For the twelfth time, the district was selected as one of the nation’s Best Communities for Music Education by NAMM. by @uticacommunityschools

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Austin Kryta is driven to success when it comes to his passion for motorsports.

The Eisenhower senior has spent half of his life in motorsports and is in a fast lane for a future in automotive and racing industries.

“I always liked cars as a kid, and my dad was always into it,” he said. “I was always around cars and we were able to find a competition for my age group.”

Kryta began racing when he was eight, moving from quarter-midgets (a scaled down version of midget cars – a class of racing cars) to full-sized modified racing at 14 at the same time he earned a NASCAR competition license. He has won national competitions and is a two-time track champion at the East Lansing Kart Track, including an undefeated season.

He now has his own race car and holds a SCAA Full Competition License. Recently, he was recognized at the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals with a Future of Motorsports Award. In addition, he is a five-time winner at Rumble in Fort Wayne, an event that has attracted racers such as former NASCAR driver Tony Stewart. This summer, he was the youngest winner when he placed first in a heat race at Owosso Speedway.

Kryta recently enrolled at Eisenhower High School where he is excited to be part of the auto repair program. by @uticacommunityschools

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This year, UCS has had an unprecedented outpour of donations from our businesses with new backpacks and school supplies. Their support brought smiles to our students and added to their excitement of our new year. With their kindness and support, our business community sets an example of what it means to be a UCS champion. by @uticacommunityschools

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Celebrating Rae Bye, 2026 Legacy of Excellence Award Honoree ✨ Mrs. Bye is a UCS alum, as well as a former teacher, counselor and administrator.
Join us in honoring Mrs. Bye at our Legacy of Excellence event on Sept. 30 at The Palazzo Grande! At this free community event, we will recognize each of the five Legacy of Excellence Award honorees. Doors will open at 5pm, with the event beginning at 6pm. For more information and to reserve your free ticket, visit uticak12.org/legacyevent by @uticacommunityschools

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