An ongoing series of in-depth stories on the people, partnerships and programs that contribute to Learning Reimagined in The School District of University City

A Letter From Superintendent Sharonica Hardin-Bartley To Mark the Start of the School Year

Welcome to the 2019-20 school year. Here is a reprint of a letter sent by Superintendent Sharonica Hardin-Bartley to families and staff on Monday, Aug. 12 in anticipation of the first day of school. Click headline to read more.

Going Authentic: University City’s Elementary Schools Get Real with Early Reading and Writing

Elementary school literacy instruction has come a long way from the mundane days of reading Dick and Jane. Click headline to read more.

School District Featured In National Media Campaign

America's Promise Alliance, a national youth empowerment organization, is highlighting videos featuring The School District of University City in a national media campaign that emphasizes the need for health and well-being in school, the importance of student voice, and a social-emotional approach to learning. Click headline to read more.

Getting a Leg-Up on College: 17 UCHS Sophomores Sign on to Early College Experience Program

Seventeen UCHS sophomores recently signed onto the District's Early College Experience program. The competitive program enables UCHS students to earn credits to earn an associate's degree from St. Louis Community College-Forest Park while enrolled in high school. Click headline to read more.

WE Got This! U. City Schools Make the Spotlight as Part of the WE Movement

University City school students of all ages conducted more than 10 service projects this past year to better their schools and local communities. Their dedicated efforts put one of our students in the spotlight during WE Day, a razzle-dazzle celebration of youth service and empowerment held downtown at the Stifel Theatre. Click headline to read more.

Coaching Through Relationships

In just his second year in the District, University City head basketball coach Kelvin Lee led his team to a conference championship - its first in more than 20 years. His secret? It's all about relationships and restorative practices. Click headline to read more.