Impact Stories

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UA+Ed Grant In Action: Ava M. competes at the National Educators Rising Conference and Brings Perspective and Experience Back to UAHS

August 2026 | Upper Arlington High School Thanks to a UA+Ed grant, junior Ava M. had the opportunity to represent both UAHS and the state of Ohio at the National Educators Rising Conference in Portland, Oregon this summer. After placing first in the Children's Literature K-3 division at the Ohio Educator’s Rising Competition last spring, Ava earned the chance to compete at the national conference, where she presented her book to judges, participated in professional learning s

UA+Ed Grants in Action: Going Green! UA+Ed Supports Hands-On Environmental Learning Initiatives

July 2026 | Multiple Upper Arlington Schools We were “seeing green” during the 2025-26 school year! Multiple Upper Arlington Education Foundation (UA+Ed) grants planted the seeds for a greener future across our schools, supporting district areas of focus including STEM, Innovation, Service Learning and Well Being/Belonging. At UAHS, the student-led Sustainability Club used UA+Ed grant funding to launch a much-needed paper recycling initiative, with student volunteers ensuring

A Celebration of Golden Bear Spirit: 2026 Alumni & Community Open House Brings Generations Together and Honors Alumni and Educators

On July 2nd, Upper Arlington Education Foundation and Upper Arlington Alumni Association joined with the Upper Arlington School District to welcome alumni, families, students, and community members in Upper Arlington High School for the Alumni and Community Open House. It was a memorable day dedicated to celebrating the rich traditions, outstanding achievements, and enduring spirit of Upper Arlington Schools. Student-led tours of Upper Arlington High School offered alumni and