Building Community Through the House System at Urbana Junior High School

Since the 2019–2020 school year, Urbana Junior High School has used the House system to build relationships, strengthen community, and create a greater sense of belonging among students and staff. Students are divided into four Houses: Gutridge, Mohawk, Toll Run, and Five Points, named after one room schoolhouses that once operated in Champaign County. Each House is led by a House Dean and a team of teachers who support students in academics, attendance, behavior, and overall success.

Students recently participated in House activities to kick off the school year, giving them an opportunity to build relationships, work together, and begin earning points for their House. Throughout the year, Houses compete in areas such as grade point average, behavior, attendance, and special House challenges designed by the House Deans. Points accumulate throughout the year, with the top performing House ultimately crowned House Champion and awarded the House Cup. More than a competition, the House system helps create connections, celebrate student success, and ensure every student has a place to belong.

Celebrating Our Urbana Alumni

At Urbana City Schools, we are proud to celebrate the many Urbana alumni who have returned to serve as members of our staff.

These individuals have a unique connection to our schools and community. They understand our traditions, value the experiences that make Urbana special, and now have the opportunity to help shape those same experiences for today’s students.

Having former students return as teachers, administrators, coaches, and staff members is something worth celebrating. Their commitment to Urbana is a reflection of the strong connections that make our school community special.

We are proud to have so many alumni continuing to serve Urbana City Schools and investing in the future of our students.

SCHOOL OPENING INFORMATION:

URBANA ELEMENTARY
Kindergarten Screening
August 5th appt. only 937-653-1402

Open House Grades K, 1, & 2 on August 18th
Last Names A-L 4:15 to 5:15 pm
Last Names M-Z 5:15 to 6:15 pm

Open House Grades 3, 4, & 5 on August 18th
Last Names A-L 5:15 to 6:15 pm
Last Names M-Z 6:15 to 7:15 pm

URBANA JUNIOR HIGH
Schedule Pick Up & Open House on August 14th
6th Grade 4:00 to 5:00 pm
7th & 8th Grade 5:00 to 6:00 pm

URBANA HIGH SCHOOL
Schedule Pick Up
Seniors on August 10th 9-11 am & 1-3 pm
Juniors on August 11th 9-11 am & 1-3 pm
Sophomores on August 13th 9-11 am & 1-3 pm
Freshman Parent Meeting & Schedule Pick Up on August 12th 6:00 pm

Curriculum Night – Open House on August 26th 6:00 pm