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Student Council supports Cassie Hines Cancer Foundation
06/13/2018
Council donates $2,900 to foundation named after UCS graduate
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Gene L. Klida Utica Academy for International Studies honors service of long-time UCS Board member
06/23/2020
Mrs. Klida honored for more lifetime of service to UCS community
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06/22/2020
Grant supports UCS taxpayers by accelerating bond issue’s bus replacement program
06/22/2020
Grant will expedite the replacement of 30 buses that have been certified by EPA certified to improve air quality.
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A Message From Mr. Ellis:

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All Star Families,

We have once again come to the end of another school year.  This one will definitely go down as being a very memorable one to say the least.

I want to thank all of you for your flexibility and support throughout the school year.  What began as any "typical" year, ended up being a "not so typical" school year when it was all said and done.  The staff and I could not have done it without each of you!

As we close our doors and turn out the lights (and turn off the power buttons too), we look forward to the coming of the 2020-2021 school year.  Although there are still a plethora of questions about next year, we can all count on one thing...

The All Star Staff and I will be ready for you and your children!

The office staff and I will be returning to Beacon Tree Elementary on August 4th.  We will be available for registrations, or just to answer questions that you may have. 

From an office standpoint, we say goodbye to Mrs. Johnson who retired at year's end to spend time with her family.  We will definitely miss her and all that she brought to our office.  To take her place, we are welcoming Mrs. Danko back to our All Star team!  Mrs. Danko is returning to us from the Junior High level where she was the Administrative Assistant to the Principal at Shelby Jr. High.  We look forward to having her back in our office to help take care of you and your children!  Please make sure to give her an All Star welcome when you see her!

I hope that each of you has a restful summer and that you are able to spend some quality time with family and friends! 

Take Care Everyone!

All The Best,

Mr. Ellis

Proud Principal
Beacon Tree Elementary

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Vision

All children have the right to a rigorous, high-quality education which meets their individual needs. Beacon Tree Elementary as part of Utica Community Schools will respect, encourage and empower each and every student to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes to be successful, contributing members of a diverse community and global society.

Mission

The Beacon Tree staff, in partnership with parents and the community, will guide, support, and encourage all students to reach their maximum potential as lifelong learners and responsible citizens.

Throughout the school year, Beacon Tree Elementary has some fun activities scheduled!  Please check our "Upcoming Events" section for actual dates and times for these activities!  Also, keep an eye out on the "From Mr. Ellis" section for updates and important information in and around Beacon Tree Elementary!

UCS Vision

All children have the right to a rigorous, high-quality education which meets their individual needs. UCS will respect, encourage and empower each and every student to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes to be successful, contributing members of a diverse community and global society.

UCS Mission

We are committed to exemplary teaching and learning in order for our students to be prepared for success in the 21st Century.
We will achieve this commitment by engaging the entire community to focus on each child's achievement, with the expectation that every student will pursue some type of post-high school educational endeavor.

Core Values

  • Every child can learn and achieve.
  • Parents and guardians are partners in the learning process.
  • Being “smart” can be achieved through persistence, hard work and effective effort.
  • Excellence is expected and celebrated.
  • Data is used to guide our decision-making.
  • All employees will exemplify ethical behavior; exhibit a strong work ethic; and continue to develop their leadership, performance and service skills.
  • Technology supports and enhances instruction, business operations, research and communications.
  • The Board of Education, district educators/staff, parents, community members and business leaders must collaborate and work as a team to enhance educational opportunities for student success.