University Place PTA Council

06/01/2026

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This Saturday morning (June 6) at 9:30 AM is the annual UP Duck Daze Parade.

Would you love to JOIN US as we walk in the parade?? UPSD will provide signs and banners, we’d just ask you wear UPSD school gear.

If you would love to walk with/for UPSD in the Duck Daze parade, send us an email at [email protected] for more details.

05/20/2026

To all the incredible staff at University Place School District — thank you for everything you do each day for our students, families, and community.
Your dedication, patience, compassion, and hard work make a lasting difference far beyond the classroom. From teachers and paraeducators to office staff, transportation, nutrition services, custodians, counselors, administrators, and support teams — your impact is seen and appreciated every single day.
Thank you for showing up with care, commitment, and heart. Our schools are stronger because of you. 💙🍎

05/08/2026

UPSD is proud to announce that Corinne Smith, Band Teacher at Curtis Junior High School, has been selected as the 2026 University Place School District Teacher of the Year. Ms. Smith received multiple nominations from parents, students, and colleagues.

Corinne Smith is an accomplished musician, instructor, and music education leader. She demonstrates strong instructional skills and is able to meet the diverse needs of her students. Ms. Smith is praised by parents and colleagues alike for maintaining high standards for learning and performance while also making sure students have fun and feel respected.

Ms. Smith demonstrates high levels of professionalism and collaboration both inside the district and around the state. She works closely with her colleagues in University Place to ensure that students receive an excellent music education at all levels while also participating in many regional and state music activities. Corinne is currently the president-elect of the Washington Music Educators Association, where she has been an active contributor for many years.

We would like to congratulate Ms. Smith on this award and thank her for her many contributions as a music educator in University Place School District.

04/30/2026

Thank you Transportation Staff!

04/29/2026

More treats today to thank the transition staff!! Thank you for keeping our kiddos safe! 🚌🚍 🚏

04/27/2026

Celebrating the wonderful Bus Driver and transportation staff! Thank you for all you do!

04/20/2026

04/20/2026

KBTC / PBS Kids is bringing Carl the Collector to University Place!

Join us for all the fun on Tuesday, May 19 at 6 PM in the University Place Primary Gym.

✨ Enjoy:
• A screening of Carl the Collector
• An interactive craft for kids
• Lots of fun giveaways

🎟️ RSVP for a chance to win one of several raffle prizes during the event!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Please note: This is not a drop-off event. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

We can’t wait to see you there!

04/14/2026

This Friday!!! See you there :-)

Calling all UPSD students/PTAs/staff 🎉
Please join us on April 17th from 600-730pm at Curtis Junior High as we celebrate our annual Multicultural Festival!!!

If you are a current family in UPSD please know we are still seeking volunteers if you’re interested in helping: https://m.signupgenius.com/ #!/showSignUp/70A094CA9AD28ABFE3-62369513-multicultural

03/03/2026

From: UP PTA Council
To: Every UP resident who voted YES on Prop. 1, 2, or 3

THANK YOU‼️

UP stepped up in a HUGE way—the highest percentage YES votes out of ALL Pierce County school districts with a levy on the ballot. That is phenomenal.

Thank you to all of the UP community members who stepped up! We noticed all the parents/students/ PTAs who waved signs, distributed door hangers, put yard signs at their home, and shared information on social media. This was a collective community effort—- THANK YOU UP!!