• February 10, 2025

     

     

    Dear UCS Community,

     

    My tenure as superintendent began in the midst of a global pandemic. This experience quickly reaffirmed for me something I had already known from over 20 years of working in UCS – our collective strength allows this school district to adapt to changes in our environment. We are all champions for our students and will advocate tirelessly on their behalf by providing the structure, support and stability they need to be successful.

     

    Recent executive orders at federal and state policy levels have led to ongoing questions and online rumors regarding their impact on UCS. I want to reinforce our commitment to transparency by communicating in a manner that addresses your questions and corrects misinformation. One false online rumor is that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers were at our schools or contacting our administration to prepare for visits this coming week. This is misinformation and not correct.

      

    The message I want to reinforce in this communication is that UCS is a strong and stable district that has a long history of managing change with a focus on student success. We have existing policies and procedures that support our mission of educational excellence for all students while establishing stability. Working together, we have created a safe environment where our focus is on the day-to-day business of student achievement.  

     

    Our future is guided through a carefully developed strategic plan that reflects our shared community values. It establishes clear direction through a focus on the cultures of empowerment, transformation and caring. This is how we will manage change as we inspire remarkable achievement in today’s classrooms and for future generations.

      

    When changes directly impact student success, we will – as always – study the impact carefully and share that information with you in a transparent manner. If ever you have a concern, I encourage you to speak directly with your school’s principal or just ask us.  

     

    We work closely in partnership with all community members. These collaborations include families to support their child’s success; community members for resources and involvement that will allow us to meet their high expectations; local law enforcement for a safe, stable, and vibrant environment; and local business leaders to ensure graduates meet their needs for the workplace of tomorrow and our region’s continued economic strength.  

     

    We have shown through our legacy of learning and our resilience during the pandemic that we meet changes head-on with a focus on educational excellence. Our community has seen great changes, but one thing has been constant – providing students with a solid foundation. We have maintained stability in times of great change through consistent policies and procedures, a collaborative environment, a future focus guided through our strategic plan, and our commitment to student success.  

       

    Sincerely,

     

    Robert S. Monroe

    Superintendent of Schools