It's time to place your order for your Homecoming Shirt! This year's theme is Hollywood Knights and we currently have shirts on sale at this link:
https://inkcouch.printavo.com/merch/ulhs-homecoming-tees-2025Orders will stop being accepted on September 5th. Shirts will be delivered to the high school by September 22nd.
Shirt prices range from $20 to $23. When you make your purchase, the charge will appear as InkCouch
4 days ago, Matt Norris
🏈 It’s That Time of Year, Knights! 🏈
We are proud to announce the 2025 Upson-Lee Knights Homecoming Courts! 👑
Our Knights will shine even brighter this fall — and we’ll be sharing official court photos after August 24th.
👑 Senior Homecoming Court
💜 Sydney Casteel
🖤 Ma’Lia Gibson
💜 Shikiera Ellerbee
🖤 Sydney Carthon
💜 Taylor Rogers
🖤 Jamayah Carthon
💜 Ashrmaine’ Neal
🖤 Avery Salter
💜 Krissa Lewis
🖤 Ceaziia Parker
💜 Brie Montano
🖤 Abigail Ozley
💜 Kinsley Woodard
Junior Homecoming Court
💜 Leilah Kirk
🖤 Kynslee Crawford
💜 Hadley Chastain
🖤 Sophia Harris
💜 GG Hammack
Sophomore Homecoming Court
💜 Audrey Hemphill
🖤 Fernanda Mata
💜 Sofia Dumas
🖤 Jasiyan Smith
💜 Peyton Walker
Freshman Homecoming Court
💜 Adelyn Bishoff
🖤 Ta’kyla Lockhart
💜 Mylah Wall
🖤 Lundon Price
💜 Reagan Bennett
Let’s hear it for our Homecoming Royals in the making! 🎊 Drop a 💜 or 🖤 in the comments to show your Knight pride!
#ULKnights #Homecoming2025 #KnightPride #PurpleAndBlack
about 7 hours ago, Matt Norris
🏈 Upson-Lee Knights Football – Important Game Day Info 🏈
Our first home football game is TOMORROW NIGHT at Matthews Field! Please take a moment to review our updated safety procedures before you arrive:
✅Clear Bags Only – Bags must be clear and no larger than 12"x6"x12".
✅ New Open Gate Security System – Quick, contactless metal detection.
✅ Special Exceptions – Diaper bags and medically necessary bags are allowed but will be subject to inspection.
Gates open at 6:30 PM Friday. Please plan your arrival accordingly.
For more details on our enhanced safety measures, check out the attached graphic.
Together, we create a safer Thomaston-Upson County Schools! 💜🖤
#GoKnights #ULHS #FridayNightLights
1 day ago, Matt Norris
Last week we honored the following students and an AP teacher who received the following National AP Scholars Awards:\
AP Scholar with Honors: Sarah Kate Bennett, Anna Claire Dean, Christopher Peppers, Wyatt Pettis
AP Scholar with Distinction: Aisha Derico
AP Scholar: Avery Salter, Nicholas Wells, Brody Moss
Mr. Josh Herrin- AP Government
The AP Scholar Awards are academic distinctions from College Board that recognize high school students who have demonstrated outstanding college-level achievement through their performance on AP Exams. These awards are determined by these achievements:
• AP Scholar – Score 3 or higher on three or more AP Exams.
• AP Scholar with Honor – Have an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams.
• AP Scholar with Distinction – Have an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams. Mr Herrin was also honored for every student who took the AP Government exam making a score of 3 or above!
Congrats to everyone!
3 days ago, Matt Norris
Students & Parents — Big Day Tomorrow at ULHS!
Tomorrow, we’ll be recognizing our outstanding Knights who earned GOAL Cards for their Spring Semester 2025 academic achievements. Now in its 34th year, the West Central Georgia Bank GOAL Card program was implemented in support of the new Thomaston-Upson School System and in support of academic achievement for all Upson-Lee High School students. West Central Georgia Bank provides these all-“A” students with a student identification GOAL card, which gives them free admission to all ULHS regular season home athletic events for the semester.
We’ll also be celebrating our AP Scholars. The College Board’s AP Scholar Awards recognize high school students who excel on multiple AP Exams:
AP Scholar – Score 3 or higher on three or more AP exams.
AP Scholar with Honor – Score 3 or higher on four or more AP exams, with an average score of at least 3.25.
AP Scholar with Distinction – Score 3 or higher on five or more AP exams, with an average score of at least 3.5.
These awards highlight our students’ dedication, academic talent, and college-level achievement.
We are incredibly proud of our students for their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence!
#DisciplineBuildsChampions #WeAreUL #KnightPride
9 days ago, Matt Norris
Yesterday, our English Composition II students kicked off their Science Fiction unit with a lively gallery walk in the hallway. Students moved from station to station, responding to big “What if…” questions written on chart paper — sparking curiosity, creativity, and conversation. Science fiction literature often explores imaginative ideas about the future, technology, and the unknown, asking “What if?” to challenge our understanding of the world. This interactive start set the stage for an exciting journey into the possibilities and wonders of the genre!
10 days ago, Matt Norris
We are proud to spotlight Upson-Lee High School rising senior Bryson Allen, who was recently selected as a delegate to the 2025 Congress of Future Medical Leaders, held at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Bryson was nominated anonymously and chosen based on his strong academic performance, leadership potential, and passion for a future in biomedical engineering with a focus on sports medicine.
Over three days, he connected with top medical professionals, heard from Nobel Laureates, and gained valuable insight into the world of medical research and innovation. Way to go, Bryson! The future of medicine is in great hands!
11 days ago, Matt Norris
It’s almost time to Meet the Knights!
Join us on Wednesday August 6 from 5:00–6:30 PM at the UL AG Center as we celebrate our incredible Upson-Lee athletes, band, cheer, and more!
Featuring Fall Sports:
Football • Softball • Volleyball • Cheer • Color Guard • Band • Cross Country
Free food & face painting for all!
Let’s pack the house and support our Knights! #ULKnights #MeetTheKnights #PurpleAndBlack #WeAreUL
11 days ago, Matt Norris
Miss McKinley, Ms. Bishop, Mrs. Herrin, and Dr. Gist are cranking up the excitement for 9th grade! To kick off their “Investigative Journalism” unit, students are stepping into an assembly line simulation—complete with bosses, workers, muckraking journalists, producers, and consumers.
Inspired by The Jungle by Upton Sinclair, this hands-on activity gives students a taste of the chaos (and injustice!) of early industrial America. To make sure everything runs like a well-oiled machine, the teachers even held a trial run with volunteers.
By the end, students will channel their inner reformers and write letters to “government officials” demanding an investigation into unsafe working conditions and shady products. Let the muckraking begin! "
16 days ago, Matt Norris
We cannot wait to see the Class of 2029 TONIGHT at Freshman Orientation. Please meet in the ULHS gym at 5pm and then pick up your schedule, meet your teachers and tour the school.
Upperclassmen, we are excited to see you TOMORROW at schedule pick-up between 10am and 12pm.
School starts this Friday August 1, 2025
16 days ago, Kelly Riney
Welcome to Upson-Lee High School, Class of 2029! We’re so excited to have you join the Knight family. Freshman schedule pick-up and orientation begins at 5:00 PM. We can’t wait to meet you!
16 days ago, Matt Norris
Seniors can pick up their t-shirt during schedule pick up this Thursday. Students may not pick up a shirt for another student. If you are unable to pick your shirt up Thursday, you will be able to get it in guidance on the first day of school.
17 days ago, Matt Norris
Parking for the 2025-2026 School Year Information is Now Available! Do not wait on this. Due to construction on the field house, parking is limited!
Beginning Monday July 28th, Seniors will be able to purchase parking spaces from 10am to 3pm in the front office. All students can purchase parking from Tuesday July 29th thru Thursday July 31st between 10am to 3pm
Parking passes are $40.00 and can be paid on Cheddar Up where you will also be able to print out the forms for obtaining a parking space. Here is the link to pay and to get the form. You can also get the link from the ULHS webpage.
my.cheddarup.com/c/25-26-parking-permit-application
Parking forms must be signed by the parent/guardian and the student. As a reminder, students are not allowed to drive to campus without purchasing a parking pass.
Another Important Reminder: Student release forms must be signed by a parent/guardian every year in person. What is a student release form? This is so your student has permission to leave campus during the school year (illness for example) without a parent having to drive to the school and sign them out. Students, it is a good plan to bring your parent/guardian with you when purchasing your parking pass so that the student release form can be completed as well.
Thank you!
25 days ago, Matt Norris
Free Baseball Clinic!
about 1 month ago, Matt Norris
Free softball clinic!
about 1 month ago, Matt Norris
Mark your calendars for 9th Grade Open House and upperclassmen schedule pick up!
about 1 month ago, Matt Norris
Students, we know how important your cell phones and headphones are to you, and we understand they’re a big part of your daily life. However, there are new rules in place this year to help everyone stay focused and keep our school environment positive. Please take a moment to review the updated guidelines in the image attached so we can all be on the same page. Thanks for your cooperation and understanding!
about 1 month ago, Matt Norris
Welcome back, students and families! As you prepare for the new school year, be sure to check out our suggested school supply list (posted in the image below) to help you get off to a great start. Your teachers might have other requests but these supplies should get you started!
Please remember that we have a new door security system in place this year for everyone’s safety. To avoid delays or setting off the alarm, we kindly ask that you leave unnecessary metal objects at home. Some suggestions on what not to bring are in the image below.
Let’s work together to keep our school safe and our mornings smooth!
about 1 month ago, Matt Norris
Upson–Lee NJROTC Summer Orientation Camp 2025:
Upson-Lee High School NJROTC program will be hosting its annual Freshman Orientation Camp on July 14th – July 17th, 2025. The camp will be held at the Upson-Lee High School NJROTC spaces and will run from 8:00 a.m. until Noon. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Although not mandatory, the camp will give students an early introduction to the NJROTC program, good citizenship practices, and the importance of physical fitness. Participants should have expressed interest in the NJROTC program while in 8th grade and requested the class with their guidance counselor. If there are any questions, please contact Upson-Lee High School NJROTC at (706) 647-6795. Instructors also can be reached by email at
ankendall@upson.k12.ga.us or
mbert@upson.k12.ga.us.
about 2 months ago, Karen Truesdale
Upson-Lee NJROTC Announces Leadership Academy Graduates 2025
On June 8th – 15th, Upson-Lee NJROTC cadets participated at the NJROTC Area’s 8,9, and 10 – sponsored Leadership Academy. The training was held on the campus of the historic Riverside Preparatory Academy in Gainesville, Georgia.
Upson-Lee NJROTC cadets received more than 60 training hours with topics including psychology of leadership, military drill, being physically fit, the importance of STEM, and much more. The young Knights trained alongside nearly 300 fellow NJROTC cadets who represented newly configured Area’s 8, 9, and 10 high schools in Georgia, Florida, Alabama, South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia.
Upson-Lee’s Company Commanding Officer Cadet Lieutenant Commander Keelyn Quiller returned to Leadership Academy for a second year as a Cadre (specialty trainer) to a designated platoon. The cadets were accompanied by Naval Science Instructor Chief Petty Officer Anthony Kendall, who assisted in the training as a Platoon Advisor. This valued training can be seen as an investment in the schools NJROTC program and will aid tremendously in continued productivity and professionalism.
Pictured left to right: Cadet Miles Self, Cadet Jeremy Demand, Cadet Kenya Montfort, Cadet Kenya Worthy, Cadet Commanding Officer Keelyn Quiller, and CPO Anthony Kendall.
about 2 months ago, Thomaston-Upson Schools
