National School Bus Safety Week is October 20-24, 2025. Every school day, millions of children take their seats on a yellow school bus—the safest way to and from school. When red lights flash and the stop-arm is extended, we all have one simple choice: stop.
1 day ago, Charles Thiel
School Bus Safety Week
REMINDER - There is no school on Monday, October 20, 2025, because of a teacher records day.
4 days ago, Charles Thiel
oct 20 records day
The Urbana City School District is currently hiring bus and van drivers. Please contact the Transportation Department at 937-653-1411 for more information.
17 days ago, Charles Thiel
Bus Hire
REMINDER - There is no school on Monday, October 6, 2025, because of a teacher inservice day.
18 days ago, Charles Thiel
oct 6 pd Day
NOTICE - Due to a driver shortage, Bus #18 students will be transported home together after 4:00 pm by Bus #10. All Bus #18 students should be home by 5:00 pm.
24 days ago, Charles Thiel
Transportation Alert
Due to road construction on North Main St. from Washington Ave. to Harmon Ave., all bus routes will be impacted this afternoon for dismissal. Please be patient as we are not able to predict delays based on traffic patterns.
about 1 month ago, Charles Thiel

NOTICE - We have been informed that the mobile version of PaySchools Central will be unavailable for the next 24–48 hours. They are actively working to restore full access as quickly as possible.

During this time, you can continue to manage your account and complete all functions through the PaySchools Central website:

www.payschoolscentral.com

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve this issue.

about 1 month ago, Charles Thiel
PaySchools Logo
We are looking for more bus and van drivers for the 2025-26 school year. Training is provided. Call 937-653-1411 for more information.
2 months ago, Charles Thiel
BusJob Hire

PARENTS - Have a preschool-age child who is getting ready for Kindergarten for the 2026-27 school year? Check out the information about the new SPARK Program located HERE.

2 months ago, Charles Thiel
Spark Ohio Logo

Click the link to read The New Urbana App Parent FAQ's

2 months ago, Kelli Marsh
Urbana App Parent FAQ Graphic

Click on the link below to see the Slideshow and scroll down.
Freshman Parent Meeting Slideshow

2 months ago, UCS
FreshmanParentMtg2025

Please make sure you update your FinalForms information for the 2025-26 school year before the open house for your student(s). FinalForms is used for K-12 students. Parents of preschool students need to contact the Madison-Champaign ESC for all registration information and any updates.

2 months ago, Charles Thiel
Final Forms Reminder
PreK-12 Notification calls and emails were sent out yesterday to notify parents about the staggered start designation for the school year. Call the office of the school your child attends if you did not get this information.
2 months ago, Charles Thiel
2025-26 School Calendar
Welcome to our new teachers for the 2025-26 school year.
Todd Charles - UJHS Social Studies
Mark Fenik - UJHS Intervention Specialist
Kendall Yoder - UES 5th Grade Math & Science
Robyn Torres - UES Intervention Specialist
3 months ago, Charles Thiel
2025-26  New  Teachers
The District is still in need of a 4th Grade teacher who is certified in Math and Social Studies. More information is available on the website at www.urbanacityschools.org or by calling 937-653-1402.
4 months ago, Charles Thiel
Fourth Grade Teacher Needed
NOTICE - The 2025-2026 school calendar has been updated. Urbana High School Graduation has been moved to May 30th with a rain date of May 31st. The updated calendar is available at https://5il.co/3cpm8
4 months ago, Charles Thiel
Castle Line Drawing
We're thrilled to announce the new app for UCS! It's everything UCS, in your pocket. Download for Android https://aptg.co/XRc2bM Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/Md-j2m
4 months ago, Urbana City Schools
It's Everything UCS in Your Pocket
The UHS Alumni Association needs help with their bi-annual newsletter, The Banner. They are looking for an alum (or possibly not) to put the newsletter together. Contact Hayla Parker at reader1941@gmail.com if interested.
5 months ago, Charles Thiel
UHS Alumni Association
Thank you to all of the parents, families, and community members who attended the recent Evening of the Arts event for students in grades K-8. Lots of great artwork and musical performances throughout the evening.
6 months ago, Charles Thiel
Evening of the Arts - Student Work
UES Hand Chime 5-1-25
UHS Seniors participated in Service activities in our community. Way to go 'Climbers!
6 months ago, UCS
Senior Service Day