This week, two Union City student-athletes are nominated for the Erie Times-News Athlete of the Week.
Van Ward was nominated as the top wrestler for winning the 107-pound title in Class 2A, logging a pin and a technical fall before a win by decision in the finals. With his win he moves onto the Northwest Regional as one of the top seed.
Vote for Van here:
https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/wrestling/2026/02/23/vote-for-district-10-high-school-wrestler-of-the-week/88535999007/
The other Bear up for vote this week is Cooper Fox. Cooper had a game-high 27 points, highlighted by six 3-pointers. His efforts helped the Bears beat the Wilmington Greyhounds 88-65 in the first round of the district’s 2A tournament.
Vote for Cooper here:
https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/02/23/erie-times-news-athlete-of-the-week-feb-16-21/88807545007/
This past weekend, four members of our wrestling team competed at the District 10 Wrestling Championships at Sharon. Union City found a lot of success, both wrestlers and coaches. The highlight of the weekend was Van Ward placing first, becoming the best 107 pound wrestler in District 10! Our other wrestlers who competed, David Dominguez-Ashton, Josh Mitcham, and Kane Gregor all placed 6th. Because of their results, they will all move onto the Northwest Regional for a chance to go to States. Assistant Coach William Burgess was also awarded the District 10 Section 1 and the District 10 Assistant Coach of the Year!
Good job wrestling team and good luck this weekend!
The wrestlers will be in Sharon for the District 10 Championships.
Boys Basketball plays tonight at Mercyhurst University against Mercyhurst Prep at 6.
Girls Basketball plays Saturday at Grove City High School against Lakeview at noon.
If you would like to support the Bears at any of these events, you may purchase tickets at: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/piaadistrict10/L2VtYmVkL2FsbA%3D%3D
Here is the ticketing information if you want to travel to support!
https://piaadistrict10.hometownticketing.com/embed/all
The Boys Basketball team defeated Wilmington 88-65 last night at General McLane High School. With the win, the Bears advance to the District 10 Quarterfinals where they will take on Mercyhurst Prep this Friday at Mercyhurst University. The game will start at 6:00 PM.
Union City is represented well in the District 10 Playoffs this year. Here are the events happening this week that our Bears are participating in.
Boys Basketball- Tonight at General McLane High School against Wilmington- 7:00 PM
If they win tonight, they will play Friday against Mercyhurst Prep at a time and location TBA.
Girls Basketball- Saturday against Lakeview, time and location TBA.
Wrestling- District 10 Championships Friday and Saturday at Sharon High School. We have four wrestlers looking for the title- Van Ward, David Dominguez-Ashton, Josh Mitcham, and Kane Gregor.
Tickets can be purchased here: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/piaadistrict10/L2VtYmVkL2FsbA%3D%3D
If you are planning on going to any playoff event hosted by District 10, here are the new prices and options to purchase.
1. Presale and day-of-contest General Admission tickets will be a flat rate of $10.00 (no fees).
2. Presale Student tickets will be a flat rate of $7.00 (no fees). Student presale tickets will expire at midnight the day prior to each contest.
3. On the day of the contest, the only online ticket option available will be General Admission at $10.00 (no fees).
4. Cash sales at the gate will also be $10.00, and exact change will continue to be required.
Online tickets can be purchased here: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/piaadistrict10/L2VtYmVkL2FsbA%3D%3D
It's time for PreK and Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year! Registration will take place by appointment only the week of March 23-27. Check out the flier below for details, including age requirements, and reach out to Ms. Reynolds at elementary school with any questions. Her contact information and all necessary documents needed for registration are listed below. #GoBears!
Cooper Fox, a sophomore on the boys basketball team, has been nominated for his performance against Erie Prep Academy. In the Union City 50-44 win, Cooper propelled the Bears with 21-points. Great job Cooper!
Please vote for Cooper here: https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/02/09/voting-encouraged-for-latest-district-10-athlete-of-the-week-ballots/88595097007/
Athletic Competitions for the Union City Bears this week:
Monday 2/9:
Swimming at home v. North East- 6:00 PM
Girls JV/Varsity Basketball at Eisenhower- JV Tip-Off at 6:00 PM
Tuesday 2/10:
Boys JV/Varsity Basketball at Erie First- JV Tip-Off at 6:00 PM
Wednesday 2/11:
No Contest Scheduled
Thursday 2/12:
Swimming home v. Girard (SENIOR NIGHT!)- 6:00 PM
Girls JV/Varsity Basketball at Girard- JV Tip-Off at 6:00 PM
Friday 2/13:
Boys Wrestling Sectionals at Meadville- 4:30 PM
Girls Wrestling Districts at Sharon- 5:00 PM
Boys JV/Varsity Basketball home v. Mercyhurst Prep- JV Tip-Off at 6:00 PM
Saturday 2/14:
Boys Wrestling Sectionals at Meadville- 9:00 AM
Girls Wrestling Districts at Sharon- 9:00 AM
Attention UCASD Community: We have TWO digital literacy opportunities for community members this month through our ConnectUC program:
Tonight, February 5, 2026: Open Computer Lab Time - Community members can enter the MS/HS main entrance between 4:00-7:00 p.m. to come utilize some of our state-of-the-art laptops as part of our PBDA Digital Connectivity grant. Come on in and follow the signs to Lab #219.
Next Thursday, February 12, 2026: Digital Literacy Event #3 - We're hosting an open session on "Getting Started with Online Learning: Community College and Beyond," where community members can come explore learning opportunities, community college programs, and vocational training that fits around your schedule. We'll also showcase free learning modules through Metrix Learning and SkillUp PA that are great ways to amp up your resume and personal learning. The free event is from 5:00-6:00 and open to all community members.
Check out the details on the fliers below and visit https://www.ucasd.org/page/connectuc for more information.
Reminder: We still have laptops available for our FREE community laptop borrowing program, so please reach out to our Director of Curriculum and Special Programs, Mrs. Dell, at sdell@ucasd.org if you'd like to borrow one!
We look forward to connecting with you!
Two athletes who swim for Union City have been nominated for Erie Times-News Athlete of the Week.
Brayden Kelly won three events for the Bears, who beat the Corry Beavers 113-36.
Madison Link won individually and her relay teams won crucial races to propel the Bears to a 90-74 victory over Corry.
Vote for Brayden and Madison here: https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/02/02/erie-times-news-pa-high-school-athlete-of-the-week-fan-vote-for-jan-26-21/88467035007/
Monday 2/2:
Swimming home v. Fairview- 6:00 PM
Girls JV/Varsity Basketball @ Mercyhurst Prep- JV Tip-Off at 6:00 PM
Tuesday 2/3:
Boys Varsity Basketball Only home v. Erie Prep- 6:00 PM
Girls JV/Varsity Basketball @ Wilmington- JV Tip-Off at 6:00 PM
Wednesday 2/4:
JH Boys Basketball @ Commodore Perry- 4:00 PM
Wrestling Home v. Harbor Creek- 6:00 PM
Thursday 2/5:
Swimming home v. General McLane- 6:00 PM
Girls Varsity Basketball Only home v. North East- 7:00 PM SENIOR NIGHT!
Friday 2/6:
Boys JV/Varsity Basketball @ Eisenhower- JV Tip-Off at 6:00 PM
Saturday 2/7:
JH Wrestling @ NWPA Tournament (Meadville)- 8:00 AM
Girls JV/Varsity Basketball @ Corry- JV Tip-Off at 11:00 AM
As part of the UCASD's PaTTAN Developing Future Special Educators Grant, we are excited to invite ALL Pennsylvania high school students interested in pursuing careers in special education to attend an upcoming interactive webinar on Friday, February 20 at 8:30 a.m. The free, 90-minute keynote presentation is entitled, "The Future is Inclusive: The Career of Making School Work for Every Student" and features renowned speakers, Dr. Julie Causton and Dr. Kristie Pretti-Frontczak. They'll tackle the question: "What does inclusive education really mean--and why does it matter so much for the future of schools?" The high school students participating in this session will explore the what, why, and how of inclusion in order to understand how schools can be designed to support all learners, including students with disabilities. You can learn more about this session and the presenters by checking out the attached flier.
If you are a UCASD high school student interested in attending, simply email Mrs. Dell (sdell@ucasd.org) or Mrs. Conti (aconti@ucasd.org) before February 18.
If you are a school leader in PA who would like to register your school to participate, please complete the registration form below by February 18. The Zoom link and instructions for participating will be emailed to the school representative listed in the survey. More information is included in the registration link and flier. Registration Link for School Leaders: www.tinyurl.com/thefutureisinclusive
Please contact Mrs. Dell at UCASD via email at sdell@ucasd.org with any questions.
Thank you for your support of our next generation of special educators!
