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Luis P. Untalan Middle School
256 Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway Barrigada, Guam 96913 • View School Map
LPUMS Mission Statement: "The Luis P. Untalan Middle School community will empower students with the knowledge that will enable them to be competent, productive, and responsible citizens in our society."
- Mrs. Agnes Guerrero, School Principal (Teacher & Staff Evaluations, Business Office). Email: aaguerrero@gdoe.net
- Mr. Jesse San Nicolas, Assistant Principal for Discipline & Attendance for 7th grade. Email: jtsannicolas@gdoe.net
- Mr. Robert Martinez, Assistant Principal for Curriculum & Attendance for 8th grade. Email: rgmartinez@gdoe.net
- Mr. Theon Flores, Assistant Principal for Special Education & Attendance for 6th grade. Email: tamflores@gdoe.net
If you have any immediate questions or concerns, please call the Main Office at 1 (671) 300-2726. You may also email us at wildcatsinfo@gdoe.net.
LPUMS Updates for SY 2024-2025
NJHS Inducts New Members
INDUCTION—On March 22, the LPUMS National Junior Honor Society inducted 15 new members in a ceremony at the University of Guam Lecture Hall. Congratulations students and NJHS advisors for a beautiful ceremony.
Spring Parent-Teacher Conference
CONFERENCE—Friday, March 21 is the second Parent-Teacher Conference for the school year. There are no classes on this day. Parents may see their child's teachers from 8am to 1pm. Hard copies of Progress Report cards may be picked up from the cafeteria. Parents or guardians may sign in at the sheet outside their child's classes for a slot to see the teacher. Please adhere to a time limit of about 5 minutes per conference in order to maximize everyone's time.
Progress Report Cards may be picked up in the cafeteria.
Student incentives for parents attending the PTC!
Wildcat Invited to Spain for Exclusive Soccer Experience
EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE— 8th grade Jaguar Trystan Santos was recently invited to Madrid, Spain by talent scouts while he was off-island. While he plays for the Dededo Soccer Club, he represented the Las Vegas Surf in Spain.
From March 1 to the 10, Trystan took part in Showcase Madrid. The privileged group of players were invited and trained at the Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid Headquarters. He trained with official LaLiga coaches based in Madrid all year round and engaged in soccer activities. He even had the chance to watch a professional soccer game in the Atletico De Madrid Stadium!
Congratulations, Trystan, on receiving the invitation to a valuable experience!
Girls Soccer Team Win Third Place
WINNERS—Congratulations to the LPUMS Girls Soccer team for winning third place in the Interscholastic Sports Association Middle School Girls Soccer League on March 15 against Astumbo Middle School with a score of 2-0 . Great job to Coach Lily and Coach Kai and their amazing players!
Wildcats hold Schoolwide Science Fair
SCIENCE FAIR— Critical thinking and problem-solving skills were on display on March 12 as Luis P. Untalan Middle School held it's annual Science Fair! Hundreds of students from all grade levels and teams participated as members of the island community judged their projects. "Un Dang Ku’lo Na Si Yu’os Ma’ase to Benny Chargualaf, Science Team, and everyone who assisted one way or another!!!!! Thank you for making the happen for our students!!!" said our principal, Mrs. Guerrero. Thank you to all the judges who took the time out of their busy schedules to come to our school!
Mes CHamoru Opens at LPUMS
CHAMORU MONTH—Mes CHamoru celebrations began at Luis P. Untalan Middle School with the Opening Ceremonies on March 7, 2025. View the ceremony, which includes performances by the school's cultural dance group and the crowning of Rai yan Raina, in our gallery.
Mes CHamoru Competitions
Mes CHamoru events will include Field Game competitions throughout the month, ending with the finals on Gupot CHamoru activity day at the end of the month.
Watch the following instructional video by P.E. teacher Gio Carino and the rest of the PE Department.
Boys Basketball Team are Champions
CHAMPIONS—Congratulations to the LPUMS Boys Basketball team for winning first place in the Interscholastic Sports Association Middle School Boys Basketball League on March 10 against F.B. Leon Guerrero Middle School. With a score of 36-35, the boys clinched the title in an exciting game. This is the second year in a row that the Boys Basketball team has won the championship. Great job to coaches Mr. Carreon and Coach Ryan and their amazing players!
NJHS Taps New Members
HONOR SOCIETY—Fifteen wildcats were inducted into the Luis P. Untalan Middle School chapter of the National Junior Honor Society on March 7, 2025. The students were selected by a panel of teachers who judged them on the five pillars of NJHS: scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship. Congratulations, students!
Watch the video on how they were tapped. Videos and photos were provided by NJHS advisors Arvi Bacani and Jessica Manalo.
LPUMS Band Wins Gold at the Tumon Bay Festival
GOLD PERFORMANCE—The LPUMS Band, lead by director Joanne Matanane, had a golden performance at the Tumon Bay Music Festival on March 4 at the Hyatt Hotel. The band was judged with a rating of 1 - Superior, which is considered Gold. Congratulations to all the hard-working students and their supportive parents, along with the band's director. Below is a video of the performance from the Flis Family.
Parents: Please Donate for 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
DONATIONS—The LPUMS PTO is seeking donations for the 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony on May 20, 2025 in the University of Guam Fieldhouse. Please read the parent letter that was sent home on March 5. The next PTO Meeting is on Thursday, March 13 at 6pm in the school cafeteria.
PTO Solicitation 2025 promotion.pdf
NJHS & SCCE-SSOT Hold Clothing Drive for Needy Families
DONATIONS—The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) and the School Climate Culture and Engagement Social Services Outreach Team (SCCE-SSOT) spearheaded the school's clothing drive in February. All wildcats were encouraged to donate clean used clothing. The team with the most donations received a dress-down day. Congratulations to Team Jaguars for being the most generous! The SCCE-SSOT will donate the clothes to families in need during their free workshops in April. The office offers free workshops twice a year with different presenters from GDOE, government agencies and companies from the private sector. Thank you to all wildcats for donating!
Wildcats Learn & Have Fun at Career Fair
CAREER FAIR—On Feb. 21, 2025, wildcats were treated to the annual Career Day Fair. Thank you to all the presenters who came to the campus to share their experiences!
Love was in the Wildcat Air during Valentine's Day Activity
VALENTINE'S ACTIVITY—Some scenes seen during the school-wide Valentine's Day Activity.
Wildcats Showcase Literacy Skills at the WeRead. Fair
KUAM News highlighted our WeRead. Program on YouTube: "At the beginning of the year, the entire Untalan Middle School community embraked on an adventure. Students, faculty, administrators and school aides all took part in the WeRead program... Read More by clicking the video.
Below are some pictures from the WeRead Fair.
Artistic Wildcats Highlight their Cultures at Art-a-Thon Exhibit
EXHIBITORS—Three wildcats have their artwork displayed from Feb. 6 to 21 in the Isla Center for the Arts at the University of Guam. The 26th Annual Isla Art-a-thon Exhibition, "Harvesting Diversity: Cultures, Food, and Sustainability" is a display of selected works that features over 73 works of art produced by students who participated in this year's Isla Art-a-thon. Three Art-a-Thon exhibitors from Mr. David Castro's art classes are: 7th grade Jaguar Danielle Berba (who won 2nd Place in the middle school division), 7th grade Tiger Chloe Jean McCandless (who won 3rd Place in the middle school division), and 7th grade Jaguar Bea Cook (who is a selected exhibitor). The Isla Art Gallery is open from 10-5pm on the weekdays and 10-2pm on Saturdays. Admission is free.
Artwork by Chloe Jean McCandless
"My artwork is inspired by the Philippines' famous delicacies," stated Daniella Berba. "These are the most popular cuisines in the Philippines. Not only are they delicious, but it's the amount of love they put in the food. And that's what makes it special."
Artwork by Bea Cook
PTO fundraiser for Promotional
FUN RUN—The Parent Teacher Organization is sponsoring a fun run on Sunday, March 30 in Tiyan. Proceeds will go towards the 8th grade promotional on May 20.
Anyone can join for just $15 per person or $50 for a group of 4 (save $10!). View the flyer for more info.
Let's go wildcats! Register by going to the link https://my.raceresult.com/325418/
NJHS Holds Clothing Drive
Guardianship Presentation
Wildcats Show Love By Participating in Spirit Week
SPIRIT WEEK—Starting Feb. 10, students can show their school spirit by following the February Spirit Week events until February 14. All week, in honor of Valentine's Day, is about showing LOVE. For three of those days, black uniform bottoms must be worn. Students, please follow the dress code in the student handbook. View the flyer for more details.
Parents: Please Respond to Survey on LPUMS 8th Grade Promotional
PARENT SURVEY—Plans are underway for the 8th Grade Promotional on May 20, 2025 at the University of Guam Field house.
Pease complete the survey and have your child submit to their Excel teacher by Feb. 14, 2025.
Class of 2025 8th Grade Promotion Transportation Survey.pdf
Spelling Bee Competition Crowns New School Champion
CHAMPION SPELLERS—After 37 rounds of the Spelling Bee School Competition, a wildcat champion was crowned. Nine of our school's best spellers challenged each other on who could be the most accomplished wordsmith on campus. Ocean Palakiko, 7th grader from Team Tigers, is our 2025 LPUMS Spelling Bee champion. Erica Paulino, 6th grader from Team Jaguars, is the alternate. Ocean will move on to the island-wide spelling bee competition in March. A huge thank you to Ms. Sheila Indalecio of Team Cheetahs, for being the LPUMS Spelling Bee Coordinator. Thank you also to the judges: Mr. Christian Gomez, Mrs. Charika Fernandez, Mrs. Ha'ane Leon Guerrero, and Mrs. Michelle Cruz and the moderator Ms. Rozalyn Pama.
From left: Racel Asistores, Jovni-Ann Sykap, Khalia Adame, Abigail Manlangit, Principal Mrs. Guerrero, Ocean Palakiko, Erica Paulino, LPUMS Spelling Bee Coordinator Mrs. Indalecio, Jorian Quichocho, Jasrich Ibay, Andy Topasna. The back row are judges Mr. Gomez, Mrs. Fernandez, Moderator Ms. Pama, Mrs. Cruz, and Mrs. Leon Guerrero.
From left: Congratulations to 7th grader Ocean Palakiko, our school Spelling Bee champion, and 6th grader Erica Paulino, the alternate.
Wildcats Welcome New Year with New Jackets & Bags
WILDCAT MERCH—Wildcats welcomed the new year with new school merch. Starting January 13, the LPUMS Business Office began distributing the jackets and bags to Lions and Jaguars teams. The black jacket is made of a light material and features a hood that can be hidden with a zipper pouch on the collar. The messenger bags are in three colors by grade: Black for 8th graders, gray for 7th graders and blue for 6th graders. There is a cat paw on the front pocket of each jacket and on the front of each bag to personalize them as Wildcat merch. Distribution continues until January 28, please see the flyer for more information. This activity is administered by the Guam Department of Education (GDOE) Federal Programs Division/Grants Office and funded by the U.S. Department of Education - Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds to include, but not limited to, the Education Stabilization Fund-State Education Agency, Education Stabilization Fund Il - State Education Agency, and the American Rescue Plan-Outlying Areas State Educational.
Officers of the Student Body Association pose with the jackets and messenger bags.
From left: Ms. Liz, Ms. Jeanette, and Ms. Zoey distribute the messenger bags and jackets during Excel period.
Mrs. Mateo's P.E. class pose with their messenger bags.
Mrs. Leon Guerrero's 8th graders pose with their jackets.
Wildcats take home the Cross Country championship
The Championship Boys Cross Country team.
RUNNING CHAMPIONS—Congratulations to our boys cross country team for clinching the ISA Middle School Championship at the All-Island Meet on Dec. 17. The all-island meet was held in Tiyan and attended by crowds of supportive parents and other family members.
Athletic Director Shanei Avilla and Coach Vince Borja
Two of the boys also placed in the meet's top ten runners: Michael Clement and Ziah Diaz, both 8th grade.
Good job to the girls cross country team also.
Happy Holidays, Wildcats!
CHRISTMAS RECITAL— The Luis P. Untalan Middle School beginning band and concert band performed in front of a huge audience at the Micronesia Mall Center Court on Dec. 12 for their Christmas Recital. Small ensembles and soloists also showed their musical talents. Congratulations to Band Director Joanne Matanane and her students for all of their hard work this past semester.
NJHS Bell Ringing at GPO
NJHS Gift Wrapping at the Mall
Mrs. Indalecio next to her balloon creations
Faculty Birthdays in December
Spirit Week Dec. 16-20
Make Up Picture Day
Bell Schedule for Dec. 19-20
Wildcats celebrate a Week of Gratefulness
THANK YOU - For the last week on November before the Thanksgiving holidays, Luis P. Untalan Middle School will have a spirit week. Please view the flyer for more info.
THANKSGIVING MEALS - Sodexo and GDOE will provide a Thanksgiving lunch on Tuesday, Nov. 26. The meals are free for students as well as faculty & staff. Please view the flyer.
STAFF APPRECIATION—LPUMS is also celebrating its staff. The Parent-Teacher Organization organized the collection of monetary donations so they could provide three days of much-appreciated meals and goodies for our staff. Thank you, Parents & Guardians for donating. The PTO is also raffling off a Thanksgiving meal. Please view the flyer.
NO CLASSES —There will not be any classes held on Nov. 28 and 29.
Grateful to our Talented and Hard-Working Staff
Staff Appreciation Week
Get Ready for WeRead.
Tropical Storm Cancels Classes
WATCH THE HYPE—Check out our Hype Video for the WeRead. Literacy Program with an amazing array of Guam speakers!
Homeland Release 1pm.pdfTROPICAL STORM— A release on Nov. 12 by the Office of Homeland and Security and Civil Defense announced the cancellation of classes due to the declaration of Tropic Storm Condition 2 by Acting Governor Joshua Tenorio. Please read the release for more information and listen to local media for updates.
Support Our Interscholastic Sports Athletes
SPORTS GAMES/MEETS—Catch a game and support our athletes this Second Quarter. Students attending the games must be accompanied by a parent or designated adult—students should not be dropped at the games and be left unsupervised. Click below to view the Second Quarter Interscholastic sports schedules:
Students allowed to use regular bags beginning Nov. 12
BAG POLICY—Students may begin utilizing their allowable regular school bags EFFECTIVE Nov. 12, 2024, as long as it complies with Board Policy 401, "Uniform Bag Policy". ExCel teachers will review Board Policy 401 with your children. A kind reminder that searches are on-going as per Board Policy 407. Please view the letter and Board Policy 401 by the Guam Education Policy Board.
GEB BP 401.1 - Uniform Bag Policy.pdfPlease donate to NJHS Toiletry and Canned Food Drives
Red Ribbon Drug Free Video Wins First Place
DRUG FREE VIDEO—The LPUMS Yearbook Club collaborated with other LPUMS clubs and organizations and individual students to create a video against drugs for the Red Ribbon Campaign Guam Video Contest on Instagram. The theme is "Life is a movie. Film Drug Free."
Update: Voting was from Oct. 23-Nov. 5 and our video received the most likes and won First Place among all the entries from elementary and middle schools. Congratulations to all students and faculty involved! Thank you to all who showed their support!
Make Up Day is Online on Nov. 5
MAKE UP DAY— View the full flyer for more information.
From Mrs. Guerrero: 1) The attached is our school's Nov. 5 make up day flyer containing general information.
2) All employees report to work as usual since it is a regular work day with the exception that teaching is online.
3) Teachers, please make sure you have a classroom phone that works and is connected.
3) As a gentle reminder to teachers and long term subs, disseminate your lesson plan of instructions for that day by this week to your BLACK day STUDENTS. Teachers submit your copying requests to Mr. JD Kim and cc Ms. Bobbie.
Last Week of October Full of Activities
ACTIVITIES— For the last week of October, there will be many activities happening. Students can choose to wear the day's theme for Spirit Week (see flyer).
There will also be an school assembly, which includes a raffle for PAWS rewards. On Oct. 31, it will be a school-wide activity day in which many clubs and organizations will be selling drinks, having game booths, and sponsoring food trucks at the front parking lot. There will also be a Red Ribbon assembly in the morning to commemorate Red Ribbon Week 2024 with the Guam Army National Guard.
Spirit Week Themes
October Activities
Activity Bell Schedule
Parent-Teacher Conference 10/24
Picture Week Oct. 21 to 25
PICTURE WEEK—Students will be taking their school portraits in the LPUMS Library from Oct. 21-25 with their science classes, beginning with 6th and 7th graders on Monday and Tuesday and 7th and 8th graders on Wednesday and Friday, except for Cougars who will take their pictures Tuesday & Wednesday. View the picture packages from Guam Premium Art Photo.
SCHEDULE—The above is the tentative schedule of when classes will be going to the library to take their portraits. During lunch after 11:30am, students may also go in the library to take a picture with their friends or their siblings, maximum of 8. Groups must order an individual print or a package. All portraits and group photos will be in the 2025 LPUMS Yearbook.
2ND PLACE—Congratulations to 6th Grade Jaguar Hawon Lee for placing 2nd in the “Build your Dream Green Community” Drawing Contest for World Architecture Day. Her work can be seen on display from Oct 19 to the 25th at the Agaña Shopping Center.
CHAMPS—Congratulations to the LPUMS Boys Rugby team for reaching the top! They are this year's Interscholastic Sports Association middle school rugby boys champions! Congratulations to the Girls team for winning 2nd. Great job to all the players and the coaches.
3rd PLACE—Congratulations to the LPUMS Lady Wildcats Volleyball team for placing 3rd in the SY 24-25 Interscholastic Sports Association Middle School Girls Volleyball, defeating the F.B. Leon Guerrero Lady Hawks on Oct. 13. Great job to all the players and Coach Rodney Pama.
Wildcats take part in Great Guam Shakeout
LPUMS participated in the Great Guam Shakout on October 17, 2024 at 10:17am.
Parent Meeting on Oct. 16
MEETING—If you're a parent of an 8th grader, please join us for a meeting in the School Cafeteria regarding the end of the year promotional. Meeting starts at 5:30pm.
Wildcats Get Ready to Read Oct. 18
Implementing WeRead. In and Out of the Classroom.pdfLITERACY PROGRAM—After months of planning and preparations, the Luis P. Untalan Middle School WeRead. Literacy Program is ready for implementation. "We are officially kicking off the WeRead. program on Friday the 18th," announced Mrs. Madrid Borja. "Attached is a presentation that explains more about how the program might look inside and outside of the classroom." Please view the presentation to find out more about the school-wide literacy program.
Join us for PTO Meeting on Thursday, Oct. 10
Dignitaries from the Palau Ministry of Education Visited Wildcat Campus
On Oct. 3, dignitaries from the Palau Ministry of Education visited the Luis P. Untalan Middle School campus. The group interacted with faculty, staff and students in classrooms, the STEM garden, and other areas around the campus.
Click here for the gallery.
Wildcat student leaders attend leadership conference
LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE—On September 13, over a dozen Wildcat student leaders attended the Rotaract Youth Leadership Conference at the Hyatt Hotel. They joined peers from other schools for a full-day event focused on student leadership, themed M.A.G.I.C.—Motivating Action to Grow, Inspire, and Create. Highlights included an inspiring talk by former Disney animator Davy Liu and networking with creators from Project: Inspire, actors from Breaking Wave Theatre, and Guam Green Growth. The event was organized by the Rotaract Club of the Marianas, the University of Guam, and Guam Behavioral Health & Wellness Center.
Safety Concern Prompts School Bags to be Restricted on Campus Until Further Notice
PR2024-0243 GDOE ANNOUNCES NO BAGS ON CAMPUS FOR MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOLS.pdfSept. 27, 2024 – In a recent development, the Guam Department of Education (GDOE) announced that effective Monday, September 30, 2024, middle and high school students are prohibited from bringing backpacks and/or other large bags, such as duffle bags, gym bags, and large purses, to school. Please read the release from GDOE.
Update: Clear or mesh backpacks are acceptable to bring on campus. For students who bring athletic bags, it will be placed in the Principal's Office. Students should label their athletic bag with a tag. If not, Ms. Kaley will have labaels available. The athletic bags can then be retrieved after school.
KUAM Highlights LPUMS Literacy Program
LITERACY—KUAM News recently highlighted the school's new WeRead. literacy program with an interview of Mrs. Madrid Borja, who heads the program. "I hope this will get more people in the community interested in some of our efforts to connect with our students and increase student achievement and inspire them to create their own programs.," said Mrs. Borja. "We will be kicking off the program real soon. I can't wait!"
Parents Visit Campus for Open House
OPEN HOUSE—Parents & guardians, visited the Luis P. Untalan Middle School campus on Wednesday, Sept. 18 from 6pm to 7pm to meet with their child's teachers. Teams held presentations and elective teachers provided brochures.
View the Open House Gallery Here.
We need input from Wildcat Parents/Guardians
Please go to the online survey here and answer the 6 questions if you have not done so. Your responses will affect how the LPUMS Yearbooks will be produced and distributed.
Yearbook parent letter2.pdf
Next PTO Meeting
The first Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) meeting on Sept. 5, 6pm in the LPUMS Library.
School Supplies
From August 19-21, all students were given a set of school supplies purchased through Federal funds. View the flyer of the supplies provided.
LPUMS Passes Inspection
HEALTH & SAFETY—Luis P. Untalan Middle School was evaluated by health inspectors from the Department of Public Health and Social Services on Aug. 14, the day before the first day of classes. In the past weeks before that date, the school community had worked tirelessly to get the campus in top shape—with many volunteering their time and money to make sure all demerits were addressed. The following week, LPUMS received it's passing grade. Great job, wildcats!
Security Solutions Volunteers Services
SECURITY—For the first week of classes at Luis P. Untalan Middle School, personnel from PMI Security Solutions volunteered to help students walk safely across five lanes of traffic and visibly direct motorists to stop during the morning rush hour in front of our school. Thank you to the men and women of PMI Security Solutions for volunteering their time and services!
Wildcats hold Professional Development
CPR & AED—The faculty and staff of Luis P. Untalan Middle School actively supported a new law that would help save lives on campus and during school-related activities. Headed by School Health Counselor Jocelyn Sabinay, school employees trained in CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation), first aid, and using the AED (the automated external defibrillator) in several sessions from Aug. 6 to 12. Public Law 37-25 requires that all schools and school-related activities must have availability to an AED. Nurse Sabinay said it is her goal to get all employees trained and certified. LPUMS now has a Code Blue Activation SOP, lead by the School Emergency Team, that will be activated in cases of medical emergencies such as when a student or school employee experiences cardiac arrest.
WEREAD. LITERACY PROGRAM—On August 7, the school community gathered for an all-day professional development session at the Tasi Ballroom of the Nikko Hotel to launch an innovative literacy initiative set to begin at LPUMS this year. Madrid Borja, an 8th-grade Reading teacher and Program Coordinator, developed the WeRead. Literacy Program and secured a four-year grant under the Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD) Program. The initial phase of WeRead. focuses on preparing the school community for successful implementation. Along with 8th grade Language Arts teacher and Assistant Coordinator, Haane Leon Guerrero, Mrs. Borja led the school community through several engaging presentations and breakout sessions. Instructional Coaches Patrick Lujan and Melissa Duenas also assisted with breakout sessions. WeRead. WeConnect. WeShare.
Wildcats Represent Guam in Washington, DC Competition
GUAM DELEGATION—From June 9-13, 2024, over 3,000 students from around the nation and from international schools gathered at the University of Maryland near Washington, DC for the National History Day competition. Among the Guam delegation were three of our wildcats: Chloe Verbo, Gleyn Alim, and Isaura Aguon. Gleyn would end the competition by winning the Top Junior Entry from Guam, receiving a medal at the awards ceremony for her website. Congratulations, Gleyn! Accompanying the students was LPUMS Reading teacher, Jessica Manalo.
View The Wildcat Road to National History Day 2024 page
Wildcats Represent Guam in Chicago Competition
GUAM DELEGATION—From June 6-10, 2024, our Luis P. Untalan Middle School Academic Challenge Bowl team represented Guam at the National Academic Challenge Bowl Competition in Chicago. Pre-AP Reading teacher Michelle Cruz and Pre-AP Math teacher coached the 6-member team, who had successfully claimed the island-wide championship for SY 2023-2024. The group with GDOE Program Coordinator David Camacho from Federal Programs, which oversees the Academic Challenge Bowl competition on island.
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