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UCHS AP Students Publish Projects on Racism and St. Louis History
While schools were closed due to COVID-19, UCHS AP English Language and Composition students worked on final projects that grappled with racism across the region and across generations. Student articles were published in a regional journalism newsmagazine. Click headline to read more.
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The Show Must Go On! High School Actors Perform Shakespeare's Twelfth Night on Zoom
The University City High School's spring 2020 Shakespeare play Twelfth Night never got to the stage because of COVID-19. Never mind, the cast took it to Zoom, because, after all, "the whole world is a stage." Click headline to read more and watch the play.
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Superintendent Presents 2020-21 Health of a Lion School Re-Entry Plan
On Wednesday, July 22 Superintendent Sharonica Hardin-Bartley presented the 2020-21 school plan in response to COVID-19 at three Town Hall meetings. Click the headline to see full recordings of the Town Hall meetings, a brief video overview of the plan, a Q&A Sheet, and a link to a 29-page Heath of the Lion document that details the plan.
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Zoom with the Superintendent
Superintendent Hardin-Bartley checks in with families during morning and evening Zoom virtual meetings. The next set of meetings is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 10, 2020. Click the headline for more information including registration link and videos of past meetings with associated chat questions.
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Dates Set for a New Virtual Parent Café Series
The District's new virtual Parent Cafes are a great way to learn more about the 2020-21 school year and resources available to parents and students. Click headline to read more.
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Registration and Citizen Comments Open For Aug. 6 Board Work Session Via Zoom
The University City Board of Education is collecting public comments and registration for its upcoming Zoom session on Thursday, August 6, 2020. Click headline to read more.
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SSD Parent Information Meeting on Zoom
U. City parents with students who have IEPs or may soon be evaluated for an IEP are invited to an informational meeting on Zoom, hosted by Special School District (SSD) of St. Louis County on Friday, August 31, 2020. Registration needed for link and instructions. Click headline to read more.
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SDUC Town Hall Meetings Scheduled for July 22, 2020
Learn about the District’s finalized plan to safely welcome students back to school and school buildings on July 22, 2020. Two attendance options are available: Zoom webinar or In-Person at Jackson Park School (limited seats available). Both require pre-registration. Click headline to read more.
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Need a Helping Hand? Here's a Full List of School and Community Resources
The District has compiled a complete list of community resources available to families to support well-being during this stressful time. Click headline to read more.
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Superintendent gives talk for #saysomething
On July 1, Superintendent Sharonica Hardin-Bartley presented to more than 400 people via a webinar on the topic “Heavy is the Head: The intersectionality of the head and heart for educational leaders.” Click headline to read more.
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District Seeks Parent Input on the Return to School 2020-21
Superintendent Sharonica Hardin-Bartley announced Monday, June 8 that the District will be surveying parents throughout the summer on the re-entry of students to school amid COVID-19. The first survey went to parents on June 8. Click headline to read more.
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Substitute Teacher Hiring Fair Goes Virtual - July 25, 2020
U. City Schools hosts online Hiring Fair to seek substitute teachers. Click headline for more information including pre-registration link.
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Re-Entry Advisory Committee Created to Provide Feedback to the District
The community advisory committee will review the reopening plan for the 2020-21 school year currently under development by The School District of University City and provide external feedback. Click headline to read more.
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Resources & Reflection From Our Superintendent Regarding #GeorgeFloyd
"During these trying times, we must keep putting one foot in front of another in the spirit of love, equity and the vision of a brighter tomorrow." Click headline to read moore.
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SDUC Remains Committed to Equity During COVID-19
Alive & Well Communities has released and excellent document on equity and trauma during the COVID-19 outbreak. The School District of University City pledges to keep equity and informed trauma response at the center of our work as we adjust learning and services to deal with the COVID-19 outbreak. Click headline to read more.
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Grand Opening! The Peace Place is Your Place To Be Well
The Peace Place is a virtual wellness site with dozens of tools to help you with relaxation, mindfulness and overall well-being. Click headline to read more.
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July 9, 2020, Special School Board Meeting to Provide In-Person and Zoom Attendance Options
The U. City Board of Education is seeking citizen's comments both in-person and in writing to guide its consideration of designating the McNair Administration Building as surplus property. Citizens must pre-register to attend the meeting via Zoom or "in-person." In-person seating is limited. Public comments may be submitted through the registration form. Click headline to read more.
