University Academy is a public charter school serving students Pre-K through 12th grade who reside in the Kansas City Missouri School District.
University Academy was founded by Tom Bloch, Lynne Brown, and Barnett and Shirley Helzberg. The founders believe deeply that students living in the Kansas City Missouri School District deserve the opportunity to have an excellent college preparatory education. The founders’ initial vision was to establish a school that emphasizes college preparation, career development, community service and leade
06/16/2026
The blood drive is back at UA! We were so excited to host a drive together with the Community Blood Center in April. Lots of students and staff members participated, and the sophomore class helped with the planning.
Keep your eyes open for information about next year's drive. Thanks to Mrs. Holmes for spearheading these efforts!
06/09/2026
Several middle school readers got to take a field trip to the downtown library with our UA librarians this spring! Have you checked out the Kansas City Public Library's programming lately? You might find the perfect summer opportunities for your student while school is out...
06/03/2026
Jurni Wilson will be attending Mizzou in the fall. She plans to major in marketing. Jurni was involved in National Honor Society and wrestling during high school. She was a manager for the football team. Jurni also did a summer campus experience in Massachusetts. We are proud of you, Jurni, and we congratulate you and your family.
06/03/2026
Julian Wilson will be attending the University of Central Missouri in the fall. He plans to major in business administration. Julian was involved in football, wrestling, track and band during high school. He also did a summer campus experience in Massachusetts. We are proud of you, Julian, and we congratulate you and your family.
06/03/2026
Javon Williams will be attending Lincoln University - Missouri in the fall. He plans to major in civil engineering. Javon was involved in Youth Lead KC during high school. We are proud of you, Javon, and we congratulate you and your family.
06/02/2026
Brooke Williams will be attending Howard University in the fall. She plans to major in international business. Brooke was involved in National Honor Society, Student Council, cheerleading, Gryphon News and yearbook during high school. She also studied abroad in Italy. We are proud of you, Brooke, and we congratulate you and your family.
06/02/2026
Eric West will be attending Lincoln University - Missouri in the fall. He plans to major in nursing. Eric was involved in football, basketball, track, debate and American Public Square during high school. We are proud of you, Eric, and we congratulate you and your family.
06/02/2026
Taj Walls will be attending Mizzou in the fall. He plans to major in elementary education. Taj was involved in Student Council, Gryphon News and orchestra during high school. He also studied abroad in Spain and did a summer campus experience in Massachusetts. We are proud of you, Taj, and we congratulate you and your family.
06/02/2026
Khy'Air Tounzell-Turner will be attending Metropolitan Community College in the fall. He plans to major in business management. Khy'Air was involved in basketball during high school. We are proud of you, Khy'Air, and we congratulate you and your family.
06/01/2026
Alyvia Taylor will be attending Jackson State University in the fall. She plans to major in elementary education. Alyvia was involved in soccer, American Public Square and basketball during high school. We are proud of you, Alyvia, and we congratulate you and your family.