On October 3, students from the UT Charter School at Boysville traded their textbooks for a hands-on civic lesson at the State Capitol with an insider’s view that few students get to see. The field trip was coordinated by History and Social Studies teacher Mr. Ryan Butler, who has a… read more 

As the school year begins, UT Charter campuses across Texas are opening their doors not just to students—but to families, community members, and supporters. These “Back to School” nights and Open Houses are more than calendar events; they are powerful opportunities to build a sense of belonging and connection that… read more 

We’re proud to share that UT Charter School and our dedicated social work coordinator, Andrea Menchaca, were recently featured in The Utopian, the annual report published by the Steve Hicks School of Social Work at the University of Texas at Austin. The article highlights the unique and essential work our district… read more 

UT Charter School is proud to announce that Executive Principal Kris Ann Schmidt has been selected as a semi-finalist in the 2025 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. This recognition honors her outstanding leadership across three unique campuses: Olympia Hills, Texas NeuroRehab Center, and Pathfinders Camp. A graduate of The University… read more 

On December 17, UT Charter celebrated an exceptional day of achievement as two Laurel Ridge high school students earned their diplomas, and CEO Ashley Sacriste was honored with a special doctoral presentation. The ceremony marked a significant milestone for Laurel Ridge CEO Sacriste, who recently earned her Doctorate in Healthcare… read more 

Our campus at the Texas NeuroRehab Center recently hosted its annual art show, and the event was a resounding success! Students in Ms. Mooney’s class put their creativity on full display, crafting an inspiring array of artwork. Many of the pieces were sold during the event, with all proceeds going… read more 

Before Thanksgiving break, UT Charter School’s Pathfinders campus at the Burke Center for Youth had the incredible opportunity to host an Agricultural Career Fair! The event was a fantastic success, offering our students a unique chance to connect with professionals in agriculture and learn about the fascinating career pathways in… read more 

On November 22, 2024, the UT Charter School system hosted an online training for parents. Our training was for both parents of students with diagnosed dyslexia but also for parents who want to learn more about dyslexia; its signs and what services are available to children with reading difficulties. The… read more 

Clearfork North recently welcomed **CLC (Community Learning Center), Inc.** from Fort Worth for an engaging career orientation that highlighted the strong community connections we’re building to open doors for our students. CLC offers Texas residents free programs in **HVAC Tech, Welding, Building Trades (including electrical and plumbing), Forklift Operation, Machining,… read more 

Teen mental health problems are on the rise—at an alarming rate. The National Alliance of Mental Health report stated that in 2023, 17% of Texan teens (over 429,000) suffer from a mental health problem.   Sometimes teenage mental health may be brushed off as a normal part of adolescence. However, as… read more