August 13, 2026
Dear UTSC Families and Staff,
Good afternoon! We are glad to hear that power has been restored to some areas of our district, and we are hopeful that our families and community members who are still without power will see it restored very soon. If there is anything we can do to provide you support or connect you with resources, please let us know.
At this time, WHS, UTMS, and UCE all have power. Unfortunately, JSE remains without power. We continue to be hopeful that power will be restored to JSE soon and we can resume preparing our classrooms to welcome students.
Due to the continued power outage at JSE and the impact the storms have had throughout our community, all UTSC schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, August 14. We know everyone is eager to get our school year started, and we look forward to welcoming all of our Bearcats back as soon as we can safely do so. We will provide another district update on Sunday regarding the start of school.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to your child’s building principal. Building principals will also communicate directly with families regarding any scheduled activities, practices, or upcoming events that may be impacted.
In the meantime, please continue to take care of yourselves and know that we are thinking of everyone. Thank you for the many ways you have been there for each other during the past few days. The support, patience, and kindness shown throughout Bearcat Nation are truly what make our community so special.
Sincerely,
Leigh Barnes
Dear UTSC Families and Staff,
Good afternoon! We are glad to hear that power has been restored to some areas of our district, and we are hopeful that our families and community members who are still without power will see it restored very soon. If there is anything we can do to provide you support or connect you with resources, please let us know.
At this time, WHS, UTMS, and UCE all have power. Unfortunately, JSE remains without power. We continue to be hopeful that power will be restored to JSE soon and we can resume preparing our classrooms to welcome students.
Due to the continued power outage at JSE and the impact the storms have had throughout our community, all UTSC schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, August 14. We know everyone is eager to get our school year started, and we look forward to welcoming all of our Bearcats back as soon as we can safely do so. We will provide another district update on Sunday regarding the start of school.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to your child’s building principal. Building principals will also communicate directly with families regarding any scheduled activities, practices, or upcoming events that may be impacted.
In the meantime, please continue to take care of yourselves and know that we are thinking of everyone. Thank you for the many ways you have been there for each other during the past few days. The support, patience, and kindness shown throughout Bearcat Nation are truly what make our community so special.
Sincerely,
Leigh Barnes
Bearcats and Families Working Together to Stay Safe Online
UTSC is pleased to share the Indiana Department of Education’s Internet Safety Series with Bearcats and their families. This free collection includes workshop recordings and resources covering cyberbullying, social media, online gaming, artificial intelligence and deep fakes, digital privacy, oversharing, and recognizing online deception. Scan the flyer’s QR code to explore the complete collection in the Indiana Learning Lab.
UTSC is pleased to share the Indiana Department of Education’s Internet Safety Series with Bearcats and their families. This free collection includes workshop recordings and resources covering cyberbullying, social media, online gaming, artificial intelligence and deep fakes, digital privacy, oversharing, and recognizing online deception. Scan the flyer’s QR code to explore the complete collection in the Indiana Learning Lab.
UTSC Update: School buildings remain closed, and school is canceled for Thursday, August 13, due to continued power outages at all of our buildings. We will provide another update tomorrow. Thank you for your understanding and for the care and support you continue to show our school community. Please stay safe, Bearcats!
Happy Friday, Union Township! 🧡💚
There’s still plenty of time to join us tonight from 5:00–8:00 PM for our Orange & White Scrimmage!
Calling all Bearcats, big and small! 🐾 Come enjoy bouncy houses, games, food trucks, Bearcat gear, and a great evening with our Bearcat community.
Stick around to cheer on our middle school and high school football teams and meet our cheerleaders as we kick off another exciting season!
Come out, have some fun, and show your Bearcat pride! 🏈📣
Our fall sports teams have been busy preparing for their upcoming seasons!
We kicked off this week with Senior pictures and here's a sneak peek!
Looking forward to another great fall season!
Go Bearcats!!!
We kicked off this week with Senior pictures and here's a sneak peek!
Looking forward to another great fall season!
Go Bearcats!!!
We are so excited to extend an invitation to our incoming 9th grade class, as well as students who are new to our district. Please join us on August 11th to walk your schedule, meet current WHS students, and learn about all of the exciting opportunities available to you at Wheeler! We ask that you please RSVP at the link on the flyer so that we have enough food for students and their families.
Football Season is close. Orange & White Scrimmage 2026!
If you’re looking to get some updated Bearcat Gear the athletic department has you covered! Each item purchased benefits our athletes. Tons of brands, designs, and products. Shop closes on August 3rd.
Happy Shopping!
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/mhxLBydudX
Happy Shopping!
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/mhxLBydudX
Important Date Reminders for WHS!
Happy Fourth of July from Union Township School Corporation! Wishing our Bearcat families a fun, safe, and happy holiday. Enjoy the celebration and stay safe!
Speed Camp Information.
🏊♂️💦 UTSC Swim Lessons are in full swing!
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible Bearcat swim team and coaches for helping our young swimmers build confidence, learn important water safety skills, and have a blast in the pool this summer! 💚🧡
There’s still time to join the fun! We have one more session remaining with a few openings still available.
📞 Interested? Contact Swim Coach Jeremy Boyer for more information and to reserve your spot.
#BearcatNation #UTSC #EveryStudentEveryDay #LearnToSwim #BearcatLOVE 🏊♀️☀️💚🧡
Please visit this link to learn about a new platform Wheeler High School is using to explore career interests. This program also functions as a database of work-based learning opportunities in our area! The Class of 2028 used the program in the spring semester. The Classes of 2031, 2030, 2029, and 2027 will be using it this upcoming school year.
https://app.smore.com/n/tw7s1
https://app.smore.com/n/tw7s1
Wheeler High School will be hosting a college and career fair for all students grades 9 through 12 on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. Set up is at 11 am. The fair will run from 12 pm - 1 pm.
Address: Wheeler High School 587 W 300 N Valparaiso IN 46385
Do you have a cool job? Do you want to talk about it with high school students??? We are happy to host you and our students would LOVE to meet you!
Questions? Contact: Kim Dobson 219 759 2561 x 2222 kdobson@union.k12.in.us
Please fill out this RSVP Google form to let us know you (or a representative of your organization) will be able to attend.
Visit the link https://forms.gle/zFx3YCgbeWKgnzfcA
or scan the QR code to access the RSVP!
Address: Wheeler High School 587 W 300 N Valparaiso IN 46385
Do you have a cool job? Do you want to talk about it with high school students??? We are happy to host you and our students would LOVE to meet you!
Questions? Contact: Kim Dobson 219 759 2561 x 2222 kdobson@union.k12.in.us
Please fill out this RSVP Google form to let us know you (or a representative of your organization) will be able to attend.
Visit the link https://forms.gle/zFx3YCgbeWKgnzfcA
or scan the QR code to access the RSVP!
Class of 2027 Students & Families: It's your senior year!!
Please see the newsletter for all things senior year and future plans. There is something in here for everyone, regardless of your plans. Information about employment after high school, college applications, military enlistment, or combinations of all of those are included here so please check it out!
https://app.smore.com/n/9g48f
Please see the newsletter for all things senior year and future plans. There is something in here for everyone, regardless of your plans. Information about employment after high school, college applications, military enlistment, or combinations of all of those are included here so please check it out!
https://app.smore.com/n/9g48f
Congratulations to Mark Gillen. Mark will represent Wheeler High School at The Sandy Pines Boy's Golf Regional after posting an 80 at yesterday's Valpo Boy's Golf Sectional.
WHS Graduation 2026!
Support WHS Football Garage Sale!
School’s out and summer break is here! ☀️ UTSC wishes all of our students and families a safe, relaxing, and fun-filled summer. Thank you for a wonderful school year—we hope you enjoy time with family and friends, make great memories, and come back refreshed for another amazing year!
Bearcat Softball defeated Hebron 10-0 in the Sectional Semi-final tonight. Wheeler will play Andrean @ 11am @ Home Saturday for the Sectional Championship.
