Providing Academic Excellence
Academic excellence doesn't happen by accident - it takes hard work and
everyone working together.
- UCS students outpace their county, state and national peers in career and college readiness.
- The UCS graduation rate is 93.06 percent - 13 points higher than the state
average.
- The average daily attendance rate of approximately 95 percent demonstrates UCS students are ready and committed to their learning.
- UCS offers nationally-recognized Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate programs.
- Nearly 180 graduates were honored with a Seal of Global Language for demonstrating proficiency in two or more languages.
Promoting Student Innovation
- UCS is giving students a competitive edge for future jobs through:
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Teaching coding at all grade levels
- Offering 3D printing
- Virtual Reality technology
- UCS partners with businesses and industries to offer real-world experiences.
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Comprehensive Career and Technology Programs
- UCS specialty programs: Utica Center for Science and Industry, Utica Center for Mathematics, Science and Technology and Utica Academy for International Studies
- Personalized blended learning in all K-2 classes
- Advanced junior high classes
- Exploratory Design and Engineering
- Digital Literacy and Design Media Course
- Engineering I and II
Preparing Positive Digital Citizens
- UCS is a national leader in educational technology by providing digital tools that increase student achievement
Ensuring Accountability
- UCS has one of the lowest total millage rate of any school district in Macomb
County.
- UCS has attained the highest level of assurance independent auditors can
provide over the past 14 consecutive years.
- UCS is recognized for its commitment to comprehensive annual financial
reporting.
- UCS summer bond issue projects focus on infrastructure, safe and secure schools and student learning