University Place School District

06/05/2026

Curtis High School graduation rehearsal and preparations are currently underway. We are looking forward to celebrating the CHS Class of 2026 tonight!

If you would like to tune in from home, you can live stream tonight's event from here: https://sites.google.com/upsd83.org/chs-senior-event-guide/live-stream

06/03/2026

This morning, the Curtis High School Boys Water Polo Team was recognized and celebrated during the Breakfast of Champions Event. This event celebrates our teams or individuals who have won state titles. This year, the Boys Water Polo Team celebrated back-to-back years as state champions - congratulations!

05/28/2026

to Sunset Primary School in 1985-1986.

05/22/2026

You're invited to the end-of-the-year finale concerts at Curtis High School. Each concert will take place at 7 pm in the Curtis High School Theater. All concerts are free and open to the public.

May 26th - Orchestra Finale
May 27th - Band Finale
May 28th - Choir Finale

05/21/2026

to Chambers Primary School in 1975-1976.

05/20/2026

Congratulations to University Place Primary School and Chambers Primary School for being recognized by the Washington School Recognition Program for supporting student growth in special education and growth in one or more racial/ethnic groups! Congratulations, Mustangs and Bulldogs!

Congratulations to the 379 schools across Washington recognized by the Washington School Recognition Program for their work in closing opportunity gaps and supporting student growth and academic achievement during the 2024–25 school year.

This program highlights schools demonstrating strong progress in key areas of student success. This year, 16% of schools statewide received this distinction.

A full list of recognized schools, including the specific metrics they met for recognition, is available on the State Board of Education website: https://sbe.wa.gov/our-work/school-recognition

05/19/2026

We are excited to announce that the University Place School District Board of Directors approved the selection of Bassetti Architects for the design of the Curtis High School remodel and renovation project. Bassetti brings a wealth of experience working on large, complex high school projects on an occupied campus. They emerged as the District’s number one choice in a pool of excellent options. The selection process for the design of Chambers and Sunset Primary Schools is now underway and we hope to choose an architect for these projects in June.

05/18/2026

All University Place School District schools will be closed on Friday, May 22nd, and Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day. The Educational Service Center will be open on Friday, May 22nd, from 7:30 am - 12 pm if you need assistance. UPSD will resume the normal school schedule on Tuesday, May 26th, 2026.

05/08/2026

This week was Teacher Appreciation Week! Staff were celebrated throughout the week by our generous PTA groups, students, and families. Thank you to everyone who participated!

05/06/2026

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.