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Thousands of people marched down the streets of Seattle to protest police brutality against black people.

Uprep Students Protest to Support Black Lives Matter

June 8, 2020

New opportunities for college to compete could change how future applicants approach the college admission process.

Changing the Game

May 20, 2020

Assistant Head of School and Director of Upper School Ken Jaffe ends a tenure at UPrep that lasted more than two decades. Jaffe says he’ll have time to learn new things and possibly look for another job.

So Long, Farewell

May 18, 2020

Amid the pandemic, private schools across the country have considered Small Business Administration relief. UPrep decided against taking out a federal Paycheck Protection Program loan.

Independent Schools Weigh Federal Recovery Loans

May 18, 2020

A student sifts through a list of summer programs found on the University Prep website. UPrep has a large assortment of resources available to students for finding summer opportunities.

Summer in Limbo

May 18, 2020

The drinks section of the newly renovated commons was a really popular spot during school.

Commons Cafe Temporarily Closes

May 18, 2020

Given the online format of courses, Extensions will cover different material than initially planned in Intensives.

A Less Intensive End

May 18, 2020

The Class of 2019 poses for a photo at their graduation last June. Traditionally, the outgoing senior class graduates in a June ceremony at McCaw Hall.

Where’s the Gown?

May 18, 2020

Where to Next?

Where to Next?

May 18, 2020

Changes in college admissions has caused many universities to go test-optional. Students at University Prep have had to adapt to a flexible admissions environment.

Change of Plans

May 18, 2020

Students face new difficulties completing assignments on time during period of remote learning.

More Flexible Deadlines

May 18, 2020

Governor Jay Inslee speaks in King County about COVID-19. In an April announcement, Inslee closed state schools through the end of the school year.

COVID-19 Closes Schools Until Fall

May 18, 2020

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