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Weekly Update | February 6, 2026

A child’s education isn’t just a collection of isolated years; it is a deliberate arc or journey where each stage builds upon the last to develop capable, courageous, and compassionate changemakers. Their journey encompasses everything from core academics, experiential learning, social-emotional development as well as enriched extracurricular opportunities.  As you…

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Weekly Update | January 30, 2026

At Urban Academy, “educating for tomorrow” also encompasses the cultivation of discernment and character in an increasingly complex digital landscape in an increasingly interconnected world. The pressing need for this focus is something I believe we all recognize. During my meetings with Junior School class parents in November, one of…

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Weekly Update | January 23, 2026

We are still absolutely buzzing from the incredible turnout at Tuesday night’s Senior Showcase for our Grades 6-8 families. It was truly inspiring to see our community come together to hear about our Senior Students’ experiences while getting a first look at the bold new future we are building for…

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Weekly Update | January 16, 2026

I hope everyone had a restful holiday. It is amazing how the school comes to life when students return from a break, and this week was no different. There was so much activity from science labs, music, students getting outside, field study, and the gym, as always, was buzzing. As…

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Weekly Update | December 19, 2025

The UA Winter Concert always brings our community together in a wonderful way. What an entertaining evening we had at the Massey Theatre on Wednesday, highlighted by the first-ever strings performance from our Grade 6, 8, and 9 students! The talent and dedication of all our students and staff truly…

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Weekly Update | December 12, 2025

If you have noticed an extra buzz of excitement on the third floor lately, you aren’t imagining things. This year, our Middle School launched a vibrant new initiative: The Golden Lion. The Golden Lion is more than just a trophy; it is a symbol of our commitment to spirited collaboration…

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Weekly Update | December 5, 2025

Think back to your school experiences. What do you remember? Is it the specific lessons? The test you took? Or is it the experiences you had outside the classroom? The trip you went on? The club you were a part of, or scoring the winning shot in the game? At…

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Weekly Update | November 28, 2025

Next week is an exciting one! It’s Giving Tuesday and the final big push in our Annual Giving Campaign. We are only 4 days away and still about $40,000 from our goal. So when I was thinking about today’s message, pointing to Giving Tuesday, I wanted to articulate the incredible…

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Weekly Update | November 21, 2025

I’m not sure if you feel it too, but there seems to be something in the air these days. It may be the busyness and anticipation of the holiday season, or it could also be our incredible groups of parents who are leading community initiatives around what seems like every…

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