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				<title><![CDATA[🥞An Informative Parent Breakfast🥞]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our parents at the Esther Salas Academy were able to attend a monthly breakfast and a very informative workshop about how to Navigate NJ Children's System of Care. Thanks to Christine Arcos from Hudson County Department of Health & Human Services for a valuable information.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:23:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[April Calendar]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Happy April! Parents, please take a moment to review our April school calendar for important dates and updates. Thank you for your continued support!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:43:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Recognizing The Student Of The Week]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[In an initiative to promote academic success, our Esther Salas Academy Leadership Team, in partnership with Jersey Mike’s, is proud to celebrate our weekly scholars by providing a “Free Jersey Mike’s Sub.” Congratulations to all of our recipients thus far; your hard work and dedication continue to set the standard for excellence at ESA! #astudentabove]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:55:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🚨ATTENTION🚨Upcoming Testing Schedule]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please be advised of the upcoming New Jersey Student Learning Assessment to all students in Grades 7-9 beginning the week of Monday April 27, 2026. Thank you for taking the time to review the information provided.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:58:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[☘️Happy Saint Patrick's Day☘️]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Have a festive experience with family and friends on this Saint Patrick's Day!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:11:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Enjoying The New Jersey High School Dance Festival]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our talented students from the Esther Salas Academy proudly participated in the New Jersey High School Dance Festival recently. The Esther Salas Dance Company received adjudication and also took part in two different dance classes, with styles including Modern, Ballet, African, Indian, Jazz, and Hip-Hop. It was an incredible opportunity for our dancers to learn, grow, and showcase their passion for the arts. We are so proud of their hard work and dedication!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:48:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[♀️Celebrating International Women's Day♀️]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please be advised of this important announcement from our Union City Superintendent of Schools as our district celebrates International Women's Day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 16:26:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[March Calendar]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Happy March! Parents, please take a moment to review our March school calendar for important dates and updates. Thank you for your continued support!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:45:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Learning About Anti-Bullying & Cyber Harassment]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our parents at the Esther Salas Academy were able to attend a parent breakfast and a very informative event in which our Union City Detectives explained the important of being alert when it comes to bullying with their children and the severe consequences of this problem in our society.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Discovering Organelles]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[In Mr. Zamudio’s class at Esther Salas Academy, students engaged in a highly interactive lesson exploring the various organelles and their functions in both animal and plant cells. Through small group instruction, Mr. Zamudio created an environment that promoted collaboration amongst students, allowing them to work together to identify organelles, discuss their roles, and compare differences between plant and animal cells.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 16:32:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Exploring Future Careers]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Navas and his Ninth-Grade Bilingual students at Esther Salas Academy engaged in an outstanding lesson centered on exploring careers of the future and analyzing projected job growth over the coming decades. Through this highly relevant and forward-thinking activity, students examined emerging professions, evaluated labor market trends, and discussed the skills required to succeed in an evolving global economy. Throughout the lesson, students demonstrated strong engagement and ownership of their learning.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 14:13:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[An Enjoyable Kitchen Connection]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our students at the Esther Salas Academy had the incredible opportunity to participate in a highly engaging and insightful lesson led by Ms. Earlene Cruz, professor at New York University and founder of Kitchen Connection. Kitchen Connection is an innovative platform that empowers both home cooks and professional chefs to host and participate in live, interactive virtual cooking experiences—all while supporting Sustainable Development Goal 2: Zero Hunger, an initiative of the United Nations.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:35:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🚨ATTENTION🚨Inclement Weather Alert]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please be advised of this important information provided by the Union City Police Department. Thank you for taking the time to review and please stay safe during this inclement weather.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 21:36:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Celebrating President’s Day]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please take a moment to acknowledge the importance of President’s Day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🚨ATTENTION🚨Union City Prevention Seminars are SCHEDULED throughout February]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please be advised the Union City Prevention Seminars are scheduled throughout the month of February at different schools in the district. These are invaluable tools for our families in the community. Thank you for taking the time to review the flyers provided.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 14:26:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🚨ATTENTION🚨EXTENDED Weather Advisory]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2163516</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please be advised of this important announcement from the Union City Police Department. Thank you for taking the time to review and please stay safe during this inclement weather.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 22:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[February Calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2164629</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Happy February! Parents, please take a moment to review our February school calendar for important dates and updates. Thank you for your continued support!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:41:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Participating In Parent University]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2163263</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our parents at the Esther Salas Academy were proud to participate in Parent University, a program held at our school over the course of five sessions. Throughout the program, parents explored a variety of important topics, including parent-child communication, the power of parenting in today’s modern world, effective parenting skills, and strategies for overcoming the challenges of social media, among others.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 13:24:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[An Excellent Parent Workshop]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2163210</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our parents were delighted to welcome Ms. Trinidad De La Rosa, a life coach who supported and guided families with effective strategies to promote open and healthy communication between parents and their children. A special thank you to Ms. Francisco, our Parent Liaison, for organizing this meaningful and impactful parent workshop. We truly appreciate her dedication to supporting our school community.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:33:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Nutrition Services-Fall Newsletter]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2162626</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please be advised Dining Services has produced their seasonal newsletter from Chartwells. There are very important highlights concerning the opening of the Esther Salas Academy with some delicious Cuban cuisine and much more. Thank you for taking the time to review.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🚨ATTENTION🚨Winter Storm Alert]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2157251</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please be advised of this important announcement from the Union City Police Department. Thank you for taking the time to review.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 10:13:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The Importance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[His message of hope, equality, and the power of peaceful protest remains vital in addressing contemporary issues of racial injustice, discrimination, and inequality.
He demonstrated how grassroots organizing, strategic nonviolence, and moral persuasion can overcome deeply entrenched systemic challenges.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🥬The Joy of Growing Food🥬]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our SES Hydroponics Club has made tremendous progress in a very short period of time. Students are successfully harvesting a variety of crops, including leafy greens, tomatoes, and jalapeños, just to name a few. Through this hands-on experience, students are learning the importance of sustainability and the responsible use of renewable resources, while developing an understanding of how to grow food in ways that are safe for both themselves and the environment.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staying Fit]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[👏✨Our Fitness Club here at the Esther Salas Academy is giving students an exciting opportunity to stay active through a variety of fun and dynamic activities that challenge their expectations of movement and physical fitness. These experiences promote healthy habits, teamwork, and a positive approach to overall wellness. A special thank you to Ms. Ali for leading and inspiring our students through this amazing program. Great work! 👏✨]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:20:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Happy National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Union City School District is grateful to all the men and women who serve and protect our communities, especially our Union City Police Department. Today is the perfect time to show officers we understand how difficult their job is. It is important to show officers how much we understand their difficult work and appreciate their sacrifice and risk.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 09:32:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Wonderful Holiday Party]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our VAPA Department at the Esther Salas Academy came together to present an outstanding Christmas show for our 7th and 8th Grade students. This marked the first time an event of this magnitude has been held at our school, making it a truly special and memorable experience for our community. Our students worked extremely hard and delivered a top-quality set of performances that exceeded all expectations.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 01:42:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🎉Happy 238th Birthday New Jersey🎉]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[On December 18, 1787, New Jersey became the 3rd state to ratify the U.S. Constitution and was admitted into the Union, with delegates from all 13 counties in New Jersey voting unanimously. New Jersey was nicknamed “The Garden State" in the nineteenth century by Abraham Browning, a Camden attorney, who stated, "the Garden State is an immense barrel, filled with good things to eat and open at both ends, with Pennsylvanians grabbing from one end and New Yorkers from the other.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:47:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[An Excellent Parent's Night]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Esther Salas Academy proudly hosted its very first Parents’ Night, and it was a tremendous success. It was truly encouraging to see so many parents actively engaged, asking thoughtful questions about their children’s grades, academic progress, and overall performance at our school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 13:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Happy Bill of Rights Day]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Happy Bill of Rights Day! Today, December 15th, commemorates the 1791 ratification of the first Ten Amendments to the United States Constitution, guaranteeing fundamental freedoms like speech, religion, and a fair trial, and reserving powers for the people and states, serving as a cornerstone of American liberty.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:09:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The SES/Innovative Program continues to grow]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our SES/Innovative Program at Esther Salas Academy began a few weeks ago, and we are excited to see several classes running at full capacity. Introduction to Python Coding, the ESA Fitness Club, and the Hydroponics Club are just a few of the engaging opportunities currently available to our students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:27:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Great Momentum]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The SES/Innovative Program at Esther Salas Academy has begun with tremendous momentum, showcasing the creativity and dedication of both our staff and students. One of the standout initiatives is our Hydroponics Club, led with expertise and enthusiasm by Mr. Vitale and Ms. Rennie.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:35:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Enjoying The Bubble Lab]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mrs. Martinez’s Seventh Grade students put the scientific method into action with an exciting and highly engaging surface tension bubble lab! Beyond the fun, students applied rigorous academic skills as they used math and precise measurement techniques to create three different solutions and calculate various bubble metrics.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:46:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🏆Congratulations To Our District Essay Contest Winners🏆]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2139642</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please be advised of these incredible students who were victorious in our district contest for narrative writing. Congratulations to these amazing students who are outstanding examples in the Union City School District.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 22:06:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Coat Drive]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please be advised the annual Winter Coat Drive is ongoing until Monday December 29, 2025. Thank you for taking the time to review the flyer concerning where collection boxes are located and what type of items are needed.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:09:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🥞Enjoying Good Food🥞]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2139317</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Social Committee hosted Esther Salas Academy’s first Staff Pancake & Thanksgiving Breakfast. It was a wonderful morning of connection, appreciation, and school spirit!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 10:40:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🇺🇸Happy Veteran's Day🇺🇸]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2133033</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Union City School District salutes the men and women who have served in America’s Armed Forces and thank them for their service and sacrifice. Please join Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Silvia Abbato in sending a heartfelt "Thank You" to all of our veterans.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 14:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🦃November Calendar🦃]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2129800</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Happy November! Welcome back everyone! Here is the latest news and information about upcoming events concerning the Esther Salas Academy. Please take a moment to review our November 2025 calendar.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 13:40:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🩷Let's Defeat Breast Cancer🩷]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2129274</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Union City High School Spanish/ESL Club, the Esther Salas Academy Spanish Club and Union City High School Science Club collaborated to attend the Breast Cancer Walk at the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford, New Jersey.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 15:36:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Recruiting For DECA]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2128314</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[DECA students visited the Esther Salas Academy for Membership Day to recruit 9th grade students for DECA, with a presentation for the Esther Salas Academy students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 14:34:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🩷Let's Defeat Breast Cancer🩷]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2126166</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please be advised that in commemoration with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Union City Board of Education, the Office of Community Relations in conjunction with Mayor Brian P. Stack and the Board of Commissioners along with County Commissioner Fanny Cedeno will be hosting the event "Let's Tie One More Ribbon for Breast Cancer" on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 6:30 PM at the José Martí STEM Academy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:24:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🚨REMINDER🚨Young Marines After School Program BEGINS Wednesday October 15, 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2118984</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please be advised the Young Marines After School Program will begin on Wednesday October 15, 2025. Thank you for taking the time to review all of the information in the flyers provided below. Best of luck to all of our Young Marines.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 20:33:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🚨ATTENTION🚨Bell Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2116478</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please be advised of the Bell Schedule for the Esther Salas Academy. Thank you for taking the time to review this information provided below.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 23:24:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome To 2025-2026]]></title>
				<link>http://esthersalas.ucboe.us/apps/news/article/2115374</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome everyone to the Esther Salas Academy. Thank you for your support and new information will be available shortly. Thank you for your patience.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 10:36:00 -0400</pubDate>
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