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University Preparatory Academy Elementary – Mark Murray Campus in Detroit offers a safe, state-of-the-art facility with smaller classes. We provide hands-on, culturally responsive education through Expeditionary and Project-Based Learning, prioritizing scholars' social-emotional well-being.
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435 Amsterdam St Detroit, MI 48202 | (313) 309-0552 • (313) 309-0483
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![$60,000 Invested in Scholar Innovation at U Prep Schools]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770318734/uprepschoolscom/zzzdwys7yj0cre4ngieh/UPREP_POST-Impact30_2026.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770318734/uprepschoolscom/zzzdwys7yj0cre4ngieh/UPREP_POST-Impact30_2026.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770318734/uprepschoolscom/zzzdwys7yj0cre4ngieh/UPREP_POST-Impact30_2026.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770318734/uprepschoolscom/zzzdwys7yj0cre4ngieh/UPREP_POST-Impact30_2026.png","width":940}])
U Prep Schools secures $60,000 in GVSU Impact 30 funding to power hands-on learning, creative placemaking, and scholar-led innovation across UPA and UPAD High Schools
![UPA High School’s library builds community of book lovers, garners state award and funding for makerspace]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770318744/uprepschoolscom/d50allt7thijmvzxy30f/UPREP_POST-UPAHSLibrary2026.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770318744/uprepschoolscom/d50allt7thijmvzxy30f/UPREP_POST-UPAHSLibrary2026.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770318744/uprepschoolscom/d50allt7thijmvzxy30f/UPREP_POST-UPAHSLibrary2026.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770318744/uprepschoolscom/d50allt7thijmvzxy30f/UPREP_POST-UPAHSLibrary2026.png","width":940}])
In December 2025, UPA High School was awarded a $75,000 grant from the Detroit Children’s Fund to expand the library’s makerspace, which will include 3D printing and hands-on AI experiences spanning augmented reality development, podcasts, video, digital storytelling, music, and digital art and animation.
![U Prep Scholars Selected for the 2025–2027 Skillman Youth Council]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770316747/uprepschoolscom/fkzirveqsabziwgwokey/Post_SkillmanYouthCouncil_800x582px.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770316747/uprepschoolscom/fkzirveqsabziwgwokey/Post_SkillmanYouthCouncil_800x582px.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770316747/uprepschoolscom/fkzirveqsabziwgwokey/Post_SkillmanYouthCouncil_800x582px.png","width":800}])
Four U Prep scholars were selected to serve as 2025–2027 Skillman Youth Council members, representing their schools and Detroit as youth leaders committed to community impact.
![U Prep Schools Celebrates 25 Years of Impact]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770320365/uprepschoolscom/eeroh1hi7d4vx5lanryj/UPREP_POST-25thANNY_2025.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770320365/uprepschoolscom/eeroh1hi7d4vx5lanryj/UPREP_POST-25thANNY_2025.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770320365/uprepschoolscom/eeroh1hi7d4vx5lanryj/UPREP_POST-25thANNY_2025.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770320365/uprepschoolscom/eeroh1hi7d4vx5lanryj/UPREP_POST-25thANNY_2025.png","width":940}])
U Prep Schools was featured in Metro Parent, highlighting 25 years of educational impact, community partnership and scholar success in Detroit.
![The Leaders Behind the Mission: Celebrating Our Principals]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761085588/uprepschoolscom/glup9a1t3ag4ixdprpig/UPREP_POSTNationalPrincipalsMonth2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761085588/uprepschoolscom/glup9a1t3ag4ixdprpig/UPREP_POSTNationalPrincipalsMonth2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761085588/uprepschoolscom/glup9a1t3ag4ixdprpig/UPREP_POSTNationalPrincipalsMonth2025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761085588/uprepschoolscom/glup9a1t3ag4ixdprpig/UPREP_POSTNationalPrincipalsMonth2025.jpg","width":940}])
U Prep Schools celebrates National Principals Month by honoring the ten dedicated leaders across its three districts. From elementary to high school, these principals build safe, vibrant, and inspiring school communities where Detroit scholars thrive. Their leadership helps shape confident, future-ready students that reach far beyond the classroom.
![October 2025 - So Much to Celebrate at U Prep! 🍂]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759979609/uprepschoolscom/feoginjvc7ihovirofy4/Post_UPSMSeniors2025_800x582px.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759979609/uprepschoolscom/feoginjvc7ihovirofy4/Post_UPSMSeniors2025_800x582px.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759979609/uprepschoolscom/feoginjvc7ihovirofy4/Post_UPSMSeniors2025_800x582px.png","width":800}])
The October 2025 edition of U Prep News spotlights a month of achievement across all three University Prep districts—from Count Day celebrations and college fairs to the Danielle Jackson Building Dedication and Senior Night at Sidney D. Miller Field—showcasing how U Prep continues to empower Detroit scholars to lead, learn, and thrive.
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U Prep Schools secures $60,000 in GVSU Impact 30 funding to power hands-on learning, creative placemaking, and scholar-led innovation across UPA and UPAD High Schools
In December 2025, UPA High School was awarded a $75,000 grant from the Detroit Children’s Fund to expand the library’s makerspace, which will include 3D printing and hands-on AI experiences spanning augmented reality development, podcasts, video, digital storytelling, music, and digital art and animation.
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Four U Prep scholars were selected to serve as 2025–2027 Skillman Youth Council members, representing their schools and Detroit as youth leaders committed to community impact.
- Network News
- Points of Pride
- UPA News
- UPAD News
- UPSM News
U Prep Schools was featured in Metro Parent, highlighting 25 years of educational impact, community partnership and scholar success in Detroit.
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