May 1, 2026
Superintendent Update - May 1, 2026
Greetings UPSD Parents: I hope this email finds you enjoying our Spring weather and the many school traditions that happen during the last months of the school year. Thank you for taking time to re...
May 1, 2026
Greetings UPSD Parents: I hope this email finds you enjoying our Spring weather and the many school traditions that happen during the last months of the school year. Thank you for taking time to re...
March 30, 2026
All University Place Schools will be closed April 6 - 10, 2026 for spring break. If you need assistance, the Educational Service Center (ESC) will be open during the break from 8am – 4 pm, Monday t...
March 16, 2026
All University Place schools will be closed on Friday, March 20, 2026. This is a scheduled “snow makeup day” on the District calendar if school is canceled due to winter weather conditions. This ye...
March 13, 2026
Dear UPSD Parents: I hope this message finds you well. Thank you for your patience today during our first ever "Friday-the-13th" snowstorm in the month of March. Here are several important updates ...
Since its inception in 1894, in fact, the University Place School District's history has been one of timely choices, wise leadership, and thoughtful planning which has provided, as George R. Curtis liked to proclaim, "the best schools in the country" for our children and for the community.

Academic Excellence
Students in University Place School District will meet or exceed high academic standards by acquiring essential knowledge and skills.