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At A Glance
- Serving T/K-12th Grades
- Open to the Public
- Enrollment is Free to All
- Located in Downtown San Diego
- We Operate Two Campuses
- Award-Winning Design Thinking
- Innovative Project-Based Learning
- 100% of Students Complete Internships
- 95% of Students Graduate
- 92% of Students are College-Bound
DESIGNED TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
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News + Stories
Community Update of September 17, 2021
A message from Dr. Loescher on the passage of the resolution to add the COVID-19 vaccination for eligible students.
Urban Discovery Schools Health and Safety Briefing
Aug. 27, 2021 - A message from our CEO, Dr. @shawnloescher, on the opening of schools and our health and safety standards.
Independent Study Contract for Parents & Guardians
Aug. 26, 2021 - A message to the parents / guardians of UDS students from our CEO Dr. Shawn Loescher on your right to enroll in independent study for the 2021-2022 school year.
Vaccination Policy and Learning Options 2021-2022
Aug. 21, 2021 - Announcement from our CEO about COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for Employees and Learning Options for Students 2021-2022.
New Guidance on Face Coverings
June 25, 2021 - The latest updates from the California Department of Public Health regarding face covering guidance and Urban Discovery's response.
2021-2022 Local Control Accountability Plan
June 25, 2021 - Each year, California schools must create or revise our Local Control and Accountability Plans to spend LCFF (Local Control Funding Formula) funds, designed to better support students qualifying for free or reduced-price meals, English Learners, and foster youth.
Urban Discovery Community Update
May 29, 2021 - A message from our CEO about the new learning accelerator program, expanded school hours, and plans for 2021-2022.
Now Accepting Applications for 2021-2022
Feb. 24, 2021 - Urban Discovery Schools are looking ahead to the 2021-22 school year with the success of every student as our foremost priority.
Urban Discovery CEO Appears on TED-Ed Chats
Feb. 4, 2021 - Shawn Loescher, EdD was featured in the new TED-Ed Chats format launched on Wednesday, January 27th at 10 AM EST. The interview focused on redesigning schools for more equitable outcomes.
Testimonials
- Seth, 2021 Urban Discovery Schools Graduate
"The best thing about Urban Discovery Schools is how adaptive their education system is. The teachers and staff take into account how each student learns and makes sure that we learn as effectively as possible. The student life is vibrant and friendly. Overall my experience with UDS has been amazing, for both me and my family. " - Seth, 2021 Urban Discovery Schools Graduate
- Stephanie NG, TED-Ed’s Director of Programs for TED Conferences
“At the start of the pandemic, Urban Discovery Schools redesigned their district structure in one of the most innovative ways I’ve seen, keeping student and family needs first.” - Stephanie NG, TED-Ed’s Director of Programs for TED Conferences
– Mark and Leslie, Urban Discovery Parents
"Our son has completed 12 years at UDS. We’ve loved watching him grow and they’ve allowed us to grow alongside him. The entire staff at UDS has taken a vested interest in our child and want him to succeed. What an opportunity we were given in Urban Discovery Schools!" – Mark and Leslie, Urban Discovery Parents