'Bye Bye Birdie' hits the USC stage this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday!
A reminder that all tickets must be purchased online through BOUND or at the door using a credit or debit card.
We look forward to seeing you this weekend!
#birdieistheword #byebyebirdie2026
A reminder that all tickets must be purchased online through BOUND or at the door using a credit or debit card.
We look forward to seeing you this weekend!
#birdieistheword #byebyebirdie2026
USC Elementary students have worked hard this quarter to show what it means to be Respectful, Responsible, and Safe! We are excited to celebrate their efforts during our Quarter 1 Rebel Pride Celebration on Thursday, November 12.
There will be an awards ceremony and a special Pajama Day, with opportunities to read throughout the day. We are proud of the positive choices our Rebels make each day!
There will be an awards ceremony and a special Pajama Day, with opportunities to read throughout the day. We are proud of the positive choices our Rebels make each day!
Juniors and Seniors who are interested in exploring healthcare careers attended a Careers Festival at MSU-Mankato in partnership with Mayo. Students were able to learn about patient-facing careers along with many other careers that support health care systems.
USC Elementary Parent-Teacher Conferences Are Coming
We look forward to welcoming families to USC Elementary for parent-teacher conferences! This is a great opportunity to discuss your child’s academic progress, celebrate strengths, and set goals for continued growth.
Families can conveniently schedule appointments for all their children through the JMC Family Portal.
How to Schedule:
1. Log in to the JMC Family Portal (unitedsouthcentral.org) via a web browser.
2. Select Teacher Conference Scheduler from the left-hand menu.
3. Choose your Conference Day from the drop-down menu.
4. Select your preferred appointment time for each teacher.
Please schedule your conferences by November 13!
We look forward to welcoming families to USC Elementary for parent-teacher conferences! This is a great opportunity to discuss your child’s academic progress, celebrate strengths, and set goals for continued growth.
Families can conveniently schedule appointments for all their children through the JMC Family Portal.
How to Schedule:
1. Log in to the JMC Family Portal (unitedsouthcentral.org) via a web browser.
2. Select Teacher Conference Scheduler from the left-hand menu.
3. Choose your Conference Day from the drop-down menu.
4. Select your preferred appointment time for each teacher.
Please schedule your conferences by November 13!
Please join us for our Veterans Day Celebration this Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 9:00 AM at United South Central. Please wear red, white, and blue as we recognize the brave men and women who have served our country and reflect on the sacrifices they and their families have made to protect the freedoms we enjoy every day.
Nora Theede finishes 55th out of 160 runners after a PR of 20:03 at the Class A State Cross Country Meet!
#prideUSC
#prideUSC
What does it really cost to live on your own? Last week our USC 11th grade students got a chance to find out through Budget City, an interactive financial literacy experience!
Students worked through real-life budgeting scenarios, making decisions about housing, transportation, groceries, insurance, and other everyday expenses. They experienced firsthand how income, spending choices, and unexpected costs all play a role in managing a household budget.
The goal is to help students better understand financial responsibility and prepare for the decisions they will face after high school.
A big thank you to SouthPoint Financial for helping make this opportunity possible, and to all of the volunteers who took time to work with our students!
These experiences help connect what students learn in the classroom to real-world situations. Thank you for investing in our students and their futures!
Students worked through real-life budgeting scenarios, making decisions about housing, transportation, groceries, insurance, and other everyday expenses. They experienced firsthand how income, spending choices, and unexpected costs all play a role in managing a household budget.
The goal is to help students better understand financial responsibility and prepare for the decisions they will face after high school.
A big thank you to SouthPoint Financial for helping make this opportunity possible, and to all of the volunteers who took time to work with our students!
These experiences help connect what students learn in the classroom to real-world situations. Thank you for investing in our students and their futures!
Best of luck to State Bound Cross-Country runner, Nora Theede, as she races in tomorrow's Class A State Cross-Country Meet at Majestic Oaks Golf Course in Ham Lake!
Nora qualified for State after placing 10th in the Section 2A race last week with a time of 20:07, her personal best by 1 minute and 19 seconds!
The Class A race is scheduled to begin at 12:15pm.
If planning to attend in person, please make note of the following information:
-Tickets: https://www.mshsl.org/tickets
-No onsite parking is available. All spectators must park at Blaine High School and take the free shuttle to the venue.
If unable to attend in person, but want to follow Nora's race results, please make note of the following information:
-Livestream: https://nspn.tv/MSHSL
-Live Results: https://results.wayzatatiming.com/meets/79758
Good luck tomorrow, Nora! Rebel Country is behind you all the way.
Nora qualified for State after placing 10th in the Section 2A race last week with a time of 20:07, her personal best by 1 minute and 19 seconds!
The Class A race is scheduled to begin at 12:15pm.
If planning to attend in person, please make note of the following information:
-Tickets: https://www.mshsl.org/tickets
-No onsite parking is available. All spectators must park at Blaine High School and take the free shuttle to the venue.
If unable to attend in person, but want to follow Nora's race results, please make note of the following information:
-Livestream: https://nspn.tv/MSHSL
-Live Results: https://results.wayzatatiming.com/meets/79758
Good luck tomorrow, Nora! Rebel Country is behind you all the way.
📢 November 2026 Superintendent Update!
As we head into November and the second quarter of the school year, there's plenty happening at United South Central!
In this month's update, Superintendent Topinka shares a few thoughts on the recent passage of our facilities referendum, preparations for winter weather and Virtual Learning Days, substitute appreciation, and several important upcoming dates and activities.
Thank you to our USC families and community for your continued support. We look forward to a great November!
📄 Read the full November Superintendent Update here:
https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4144/United_South_Central_Sd/a07f600a-3c4c-4fdd-8d51-e5f932531051/November-Update.pdf?disposition=inline
As we head into November and the second quarter of the school year, there's plenty happening at United South Central!
In this month's update, Superintendent Topinka shares a few thoughts on the recent passage of our facilities referendum, preparations for winter weather and Virtual Learning Days, substitute appreciation, and several important upcoming dates and activities.
Thank you to our USC families and community for your continued support. We look forward to a great November!
📄 Read the full November Superintendent Update here:
https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4144/United_South_Central_Sd/a07f600a-3c4c-4fdd-8d51-e5f932531051/November-Update.pdf?disposition=inline
🇺🇸 Veterans Day Ceremony
Please join us at United South Central as we honor and recognize the veterans in our community and those who have served our country.
📅 Wednesday, November 11, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 USC Gymnasium
We invite veterans, families, community members, and all who would like to attend to join us for this special ceremony.
🇺🇸 Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve our country.
Please join us at United South Central as we honor and recognize the veterans in our community and those who have served our country.
📅 Wednesday, November 11, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 USC Gymnasium
We invite veterans, families, community members, and all who would like to attend to join us for this special ceremony.
🇺🇸 Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve our country.
Scholarships are a great way to help cover the costs of college, but it can feel hard to know where to find them or how to apply. Register for this free session to learn about applying for scholarships! bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries26 Students who attend are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship drawing. Interpreters are available.
🚸 New Crossing Guards & Updated Drop-Off/Pick-Up Procedures at USC
We are pleased to share that USC has new crossing guards in place! Along with their arrival, we are making some adjustments to our morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up procedures to improve student safety and traffic flow.
Crossing guards will be stationed at all three designated crosswalks beginning at 7:45 AM each morning and 3:00 PM each afternoon.
We ask families to review the attached graphic and updated procedures, particularly the designated drop-off/pick-up locations and areas where vehicles should not stop.
We recognize that our current parking lot layout is not ideal, and we appreciate everyone's patience as we work through these shorter-term improvements. With the recent passage of our building referendum, we also have an exciting opportunity to address some of these challenges through longer-term parking lot and traffic flow improvements as part of our upcoming construction planning.
Thank you for your flexibility, cooperation, and continued partnership in keeping our students safe!
We are pleased to share that USC has new crossing guards in place! Along with their arrival, we are making some adjustments to our morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up procedures to improve student safety and traffic flow.
Crossing guards will be stationed at all three designated crosswalks beginning at 7:45 AM each morning and 3:00 PM each afternoon.
We ask families to review the attached graphic and updated procedures, particularly the designated drop-off/pick-up locations and areas where vehicles should not stop.
We recognize that our current parking lot layout is not ideal, and we appreciate everyone's patience as we work through these shorter-term improvements. With the recent passage of our building referendum, we also have an exciting opportunity to address some of these challenges through longer-term parking lot and traffic flow improvements as part of our upcoming construction planning.
Thank you for your flexibility, cooperation, and continued partnership in keeping our students safe!
THANK YOU, USC COMMUNITY!
Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote in yesterday’s election and participate in the conversations leading up to it!
With the approval of our bond referendum, we are excited to move forward with facility improvements that will support our students, staff, and communities for years to come.
We recognize the responsibility that comes with this investment and are committed to being thoughtful, transparent, and responsible throughout the process.
Thank you for your engagement, and your continued support of United South Central Schools!
#USCGrowingStrong #USCRebels
Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote in yesterday’s election and participate in the conversations leading up to it!
With the approval of our bond referendum, we are excited to move forward with facility improvements that will support our students, staff, and communities for years to come.
We recognize the responsibility that comes with this investment and are committed to being thoughtful, transparent, and responsible throughout the process.
Thank you for your engagement, and your continued support of United South Central Schools!
#USCGrowingStrong #USCRebels
🇺🇸 Election Day is Here – Remember to Vote!
Today, Tuesday, November 3, is Election Day! There are several important decisions on the ballot, including our USC School Board election, facilities referendum, and other local and statewide races and questions.
Regardless of how you choose to vote, we encourage all eligible voters to take a few minutes to participate in the election process and make their voices heard.
Polls are open until 8:00 PM. Every vote counts! 🇺🇸
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TlUCoLpIW7arK6KKL5qlX6EBw4Of6W3U/view?usp=sharing
Today, Tuesday, November 3, is Election Day! There are several important decisions on the ballot, including our USC School Board election, facilities referendum, and other local and statewide races and questions.
Regardless of how you choose to vote, we encourage all eligible voters to take a few minutes to participate in the election process and make their voices heard.
Polls are open until 8:00 PM. Every vote counts! 🇺🇸
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TlUCoLpIW7arK6KKL5qlX6EBw4Of6W3U/view?usp=sharing
On Friday, a group of USC Students had the opportunity to attend the Gopher Conference Leadership Day at Kenyon-Wanamingo High School. Led by motivational speaker Rick Rassier, the students heard messages and participated in activities centered around teamwork, leadership, and making 'next level' decisions that positively impact your teams.
#prideUSC
#prideUSC
Congratulations to the November Renaissance Student of the Month, Madison Meyer!
#prideUSC
#prideUSC
American Red Cross Blood Drive at USC
Wednesday, November 4th
❤️ CONSIDER DONATING POWER RED!
Eligible donors are encouraged to consider a Power Red donation! This special donation collects red blood cells, which are especially important for patients who need blood transfusions. Your donation can make an incredible difference!
🖥️ SIGN UP ONLINE!
Reserve your donation time by clicking the link below:
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=USCSWELLS
Every donation matters, and every donor has the opportunity to help save lives. Let's show what it means to be a Rebel and come together to support our community!
#USCNHS #USCRebels #AmericanRedCross #BloodDrive #BeAHero #DonateBlood #PowerRed
Wednesday, November 4th
❤️ CONSIDER DONATING POWER RED!
Eligible donors are encouraged to consider a Power Red donation! This special donation collects red blood cells, which are especially important for patients who need blood transfusions. Your donation can make an incredible difference!
🖥️ SIGN UP ONLINE!
Reserve your donation time by clicking the link below:
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=USCSWELLS
Every donation matters, and every donor has the opportunity to help save lives. Let's show what it means to be a Rebel and come together to support our community!
#USCNHS #USCRebels #AmericanRedCross #BloodDrive #BeAHero #DonateBlood #PowerRed
⏰ Daylight Saving Time Ends
A quick reminder that Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 1, 2026.
Remember to turn your clocks back one hour Saturday night before heading to bed.
A quick reminder that Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 1, 2026.
Remember to turn your clocks back one hour Saturday night before heading to bed.
Stay connected with all things USC Elementary! Take a few minutes to read our monthly newsletter for important updates, upcoming events, school highlights, and celebrations of our students and staff. We love sharing what’s happening at USC and keeping our families and community In the Loop! Have a great Halloween and a great month of November.
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Winter registration is now open on BOUND!
Planning to participate in...
Knowledge Bowl
Musical
Girls Basketball
Boys Basketball
Wrestling
Gymnastics
Sideline Cheer?
Register today at the link below!
https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/unitedsouthcentral#
Planning to participate in...
Knowledge Bowl
Musical
Girls Basketball
Boys Basketball
Wrestling
Gymnastics
Sideline Cheer?
Register today at the link below!
https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/unitedsouthcentral#
