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Community-Wide Black History Book Study Group Returns in February
Back by popular demand, the District, in partnership with the University City Public Library, will host a virtual Black history book study group. The group will read and discuss 400 Souls, a book featuring 90 African American writers, each focusing on a different 5-year period of African American history since 1619. Click headline for dates and registration, including a final Fireside Book Chat at University City High School.
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Spice & Spark Chili Cook-off and Social Action Expo Returns
It's back! After a two-year break, One U City's Spice & Spark chili cook-off and social action expo returns February 5 at Flynn Park Elementary. Admission is free. Chefs, volunteers and social action groups needed. Click headline to read more.
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Are You a Match With U. City Schools? Join Us for a Speed Dating Hiring Event
If you have a heart and head for children, and are considering a new position in education, join us for a speed networking event on Friday, February 24 at COCA. Come see if we are a match! Click headline to learn more.
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Join Us! Individual School Community Engagement Meetings Take Place February through April, 2023
The District is hosting six meetings for parents, caregivers, staff, parters and the public to learn about individual schools' strategic plans and gain public input. The meetings are part of the District's year-long process to refresh its strategic plan and vision of Learning Reimagined.
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Senior Class Reaches $5 Million in College Scholarship Offers with More Expected
Just halfway through the application season, UCHS students are being awarded generous scholarships and multiple acceptances into colleges and universities. Click headline to read more.
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UCEF Awards $20K In Grants to Support Unique Classroom Projects
In December, 2022, the University City Education Foundation awarded more than $20,000 in grants to support unique classroom learning experiences and activities. Click headline to read more.
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First, Do No Harm: A Q&A with Christina Grove About Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching
Christina Grove, a former Teacher of the Year, is the District's new CLR Instructional Leader. She sat down with us to discuss how she helps teachers and staff recognize biases and cultural and linguistic strengths in classrooms so all students succeed. Click headline to read more.
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District Named Prestigious U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School District Sustainability Awardee
On April 25, 2022, The School District of University City was named a U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School District Sustainability Awardee for its innovative efforts to reduce environmental impact, improve health and wellness, and ensure effective sustainability education. Click headline to read more.
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Brittany Woods Middle School Sustainability Students Win Green Schools Quest Award
When nurturing local pollinators, you’ve got to “bee” active. In May 2022, Brittany Woods Sustainability students traveled in the Pollinator 3000 van spreading the word about pollinators and parsley seeds. Their efforts won them a Green Schools Quest award. Click headline to read more.
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District Celebrates Ubuntu to Open the 2022-23 School Year
The District welcomed more than 400 staff during its Opening Day celebration on August 15, 2022. This year's theme was Ubuntu, an African Nguni Bantu term meaning “humanity” – often translated as “I am because we are." Click headline to read more.
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When it Comes to Mental Health Vitality, UCHS Students Learn To "Be the Change"
A special mental health initiative at the high school in May prepared students to be safe and well this summer - and also got the attention of Fox 2 News' Jasmine Huda. Read and listen to this powerful story on how our students plan to "Be the Change" for positive mental health and success. Click headline to read more.
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Julia Goldstein Early Childhood Students Study the Science of Sound
Exploring the science and magic of sound, preschoolers worked with COCA and St. Louis Science Center staff to create unique musical instruments out of repurposed materials. The students’ instruments were showcased at a gallery reception in May 2022. Click headline to read more.
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Jackson Park Fourth-Graders #HelptheKids With Coin Drive for Ukrainian Refugees
Jackson Park’s successful #HelptheKids coin drive raises more than $6,000 for Ukrainian child refugees. The coin drive was featured on local network news. Click headline to read more.
