{"id":24147,"date":"2025-09-16T12:09:11","date_gmt":"2025-09-16T04:09:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test.utahloy.cn\/gz\/?p=24147"},"modified":"2025-09-16T12:09:21","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T04:09:21","slug":"highlights-from-the-upta-welcome-picnic-sep-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test.utahloy.cn\/gz\/news\/highlights-from-the-upta-welcome-picnic-sep-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"A Day of Connection: Highlights from the UPTA Welcome Picnic"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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It was a perfect autumn day on Saturday, September 13th, as UISG hosted its annual Welcome Picnic\u2014a day filled with joy, connection, and celebration for new and returning families alike.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Relive the magic of the day through some of our favorite moments below!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Welcome to the UISG Family<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The event began on a warm and welcoming note. Ms. Dorothy Wong<\/strong><\/em>, UEF Chair, and Dr. Dan Mullen<\/strong><\/em>, UIS Superintendent, gave heartfelt addresses, extending a warm welcome to new families and thanking the community for coming together. UPTA Co-Chairs Ms. Anneta<\/strong><\/em> and Ms. Cindy<\/strong><\/em> also took the stage to share their remarks. Their words highlighted the spirit of belonging that defines the UISG family. The event also featured a special introduction to the faculty and staff who have newly joined UISG this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Talent Shines on Stage<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Live performances<\/strong>\u00a0lit up the picnic! Our talented students and teachers took to the stage to share music that had everyone clapping along. The sound of applause and melody filled the air, adding energy and excitement to the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The picnic grounds were packed with fun! From\u00a0fishing games and basketball tosses to golf challenges and refreshments<\/strong>, there was something for everyone to enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our student-led booths were especially popular\u2014not only did they bring creativity and fun to the day, but they also made meaningful progress toward their\u00a0CAS project<\/strong>\u00a0goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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