UMS teacher uses technology to meet students where they are
Over at Urbana Middle School, first-year teacher Stephanie Thulen is incorporating popular technology like Instagram and TikTok to keep her lessons not only engaging but student-centered.
UHS student dedicates her work to underrepresented student groups
Despite being the youngest person in her class, Urbana High School (UHS) senior Devangana Rana is making huge moves to help her surrounding community feel safer and more at home.
Getting to know UHS SRO Chad Burnett
SRO Burnett sets out to inform the public that his role at UHS is rooted in pushing the students in his building to be the best they can be both inside and outside of the classroom.
SRO Robinson looks to be the change the system needs
SRO Michelle Robinson is ready to use her background in mental health and education to help UMS students grow into their best selves.
Principal Ladd looks forward to a successful year at UECS
As the new academic year continues its successful start, the new UECS principal Beth Ladd is hard at work.
Student Learning: USD116 Back to School FAQ
To help provide staff and families with the necessary information about the upcoming school year, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions from staff, parents, teachers, and community members regarding USD116’s fall 2020 back to school plans. To address the most important concerns regarding our back to school plans, we’ve separated the FAQs …
Health and Safety: USD116 Back to School FAQ
To help provide staff and families with the necessary information about the upcoming school year, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions from staff, parents, teachers, and community members regarding USD116’s fall 2020 back to school plans.
USD116 Fall 2020 Update
Through much deliberation, USD116 is recommending a blended plan of remote and in-person instruction for the return to school in the fall following guidance from ISBE and IDPH.
A message of healing and hope
Dear Champaign-Urbana School Communities, As leaders in this community who are responsible for educating the bright, up-and-coming leaders of Champaign-Urbana, we want to openly stand in solidarity with our Black community in the midst of the current national, social, and political unrest. We understand that the facts surrounding the senseless deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud …
USD116 hosts National African American Parent Involvement Day activities
Looking for a way to get involved in your student’s school day? USD116 schools will be hosting several NAAPID activities for parents and community members on Feb. 10.
Urbana celebrates National Mentoring Month
As National Mentoring Month continues, Urbana community members and CU One to One have all hands on deck.
CU Schools Foundation hosts Chopped Challenge 2019 at Urbana High School
CUSF hosted the fun-filled fourth-annual Chopped Challenge at Urbana High School on Dec. 9.
UHS student looks to prepare Urbana for new heights
UHS student Banan Garada looks to use her experiences with organizations like FEMA to help make Urbana a better place.
Superintendent Blog- Homecoming 2019
Hello USD116 family and friends, and Happy Homecoming! I am ecstatic about this year’s homecoming and I’m looking forward to seeing all of you around during this year’s homecoming festivities.
UMS celebrates School of Excellence recognition
On Thursday, October 4, UMS parents and staff celebrated UMS PTSA’s recognition as a 2019-2021 School of Excellence by the National PTA.
UHS student represents Urbana in ISBE Student Advisory Council
ISBE recently announced UHS student Theodore Johnson as one of 21 Illinois high school students chosen to be a part of its 2019-2020 Student Advisory Council.
UHS student named National Merit Scholarship semifinalist
NMSC officials named UHS student Olivia Rosenstein as a semifinalist in its 64th annual National Merit Scholarship Program.
Urbana High School selected for Project Ignition Grant
This month, National Youth Leadership Council chose The Urbana High School Driver Education program as one of its 2020 Project Ignition Grant recipients.
Superintendent Blog Post- August 2019
Hello, USD116 family and friends! Hi, Tigers! It is your superintendent, Dr. Ivory-Tatum, with your first monthly blog post.
Community joins hands for “Urbana Better Together” campaign
Urbana School District kicked off its year by revealing its new “Urbana Better Together” campaign during its 2019 Opening Day Celebration.
Urbana School District announces logo winner
On August 19, USD116 revealed the winner of The District’s community-wide logo voting campaign during the 2019 Opening Day Celebration.
Dr. Mitch Berensen named UHS interim principal
USD #116 has officially named Dr. Mitchell Berenson UHS Interim Principal on Thursday, July 11.
Urbana School District #116 names 2019 Unsung Heroes
Urbana School District #116 recognized outstanding staff as Unsung Heroes during The District’s board meeting on Tuesday, May 21 at 7 p.m.
Urbana community greets Ivory-Tatum with open arms
Urbana community members and USD #116 parents welcomed newly-appointed USD #116 superintendent Jennifer Ivory-Tatum with open arms during Tuesday evening’s Meet and Greet event at Urbana High School.
Urbana community treat USD #116 to a relaxing afternoon
Urbana High School teachers got a special opportunity to unwind after a long year through donations from Urbana community members and USD #116 parents.
Urbana students prepare for success during the summer
Does the learning stop once the summer begins? Not for USD #116 students, as last week marked the beginning of the Summer Transition Education Program.
Elementary School Welcome Nights
With the recent approval of the new elementary attendance map, many of our elementary students will attend a new school for the 2024-25 school year.
To aid in the transition for our scholars, we invite them to visit their new school with their families before the end of the school year.
BOE Student Ambassadors 2024-25
UHS Students: Apply to serve as a student ambassador to the Board of Education for the 2024-25 school year.
Urbana names Director of Equity & School Improvement and Director of Curriculum & Student Learning
The Urbana Board of Education approved the appointments of Ms. Chasity Beckless as the Director of Equity and School Improvement and Ms. Jessica Bradford as the Director of Curriculum and Student Learning, effective July 1, 2024.
Urbana High School Bands 100th Anniversary Celebration
Alumni from across eight decades and eight states will perform alongside current musicians at the 100th anniversary event.
Urbana Jazz Cafe 2024
Urbana Bands welcomes the community to enjoy an evening of award-winning jazz featuring
performances by the UMS Jazz Band, UHS Jazz Combo and the UHS Jazz Band.
Actualizacióne Del Superintendente: 12 De Abril De 2024
Actualizacióne Del Superintendente: 12 De Abril De 2024
Longtime Educator To Fill Vacant Board of Education Seat
The Urbana School District #116 Board of Education will appoint Jennifer Hixson to fill the Sub-District 2 vacancy for the remainder of the term.