UCPride In The News
UCPride In the News
The School District of University City is making news in local and national media outlets. If you have a story to tell, or have seen U. City Schools in the news recently, please share via email to communications@ucityschools.org. For District News Releases, visit www.ucityschools.org/News. For everyday District news visit our homepage.
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The School District of University City is one of only a handful of local school districts that have grown since the start of the pandemic. The high school alone added 87 students over last year’s enrollment
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On July 5, 2023, Future Ready Schools hosted Superintendent Hardin-Bartley on the topic of Holistic Approach to SEL (social emotional learning) and SEEAL (social emotional, equitable and academic learning).
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The St. Louis Jewish Light highlighted the story of Julia Benjamin Goldstein, who dedicated nearly 65 years of her life to the education of young children in University City. Click headline to read more.
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When a trusted coach is welcomed into a classroom, learning levels up for teachers and students. Read this great article on Washington University's Institute for School Partnership's collaborative work with Julia Goldstein Early Childhood Education Center. Click headline to read more.
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Superintendent Sharonica Hardin-Bartley talks about the power of the regional St. Louis public school community on KMOV Great Day St. Louis on April 3, 2023. Click headline to watch.
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The St. Louis American announces the awarding of the 2023 Robert L. Pearce Award to Superintendent Dr. Sharonica Hardin-Bartley. Click headline to read more.
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KSDK highlights the Dudes, Dads and Donuts event held at University City High School on April 1, 2023. Click headline to learn more.
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The St. Louis Post-Dispatch salutes Superintendent Dr. Sharonica Hardin-Bartley on her Robert L. Pearce Award. Click headline to read more.