Uplift Gradus
FREE Public School
Proudly Serving DeSoto, Lancaster, South Oak Cliff
About Our School
Uplift Gradus Preparatory is part of Uplift Education, the largest charter school network in North Texas. Our beautiful campus is located in DeSoto and was built to allow more students to attend nearby, nationally-recognized Uplift Hampton for middle school and high school (students at Uplift Gradus will have automatic admission to Uplift Hampton when moving from 5th to 6th grade). We are proud of our small school feel and tight-knit community of families. Schedule a tour to see for yourself how we are raising the expectations for education!
Schedule a tour to see for yourself how we are raising the expectations for education!
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Academics at Uplift Gradus
We start with strong academics that tie lessons to real world situations. Then we cater the lessons to your child’s unique needs. Your child will be learning exactly what they are prepared to learn while being challenged to grow.
This school is authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate® (IB®) Primary Years Program (PYP) to every student. What is IB®? The IB® PYP programs help our youngest students thrive academically while also:
- Learning how the world works and their place in it.
- Understanding how to express themselves.
- Obtaining the skills to organize themselves and manage their time.
After 5th grade, Uplift students will progress to an Uplift middle and high school where they will continue with the IB® middle years and diploma programs.
Programs at Uplift Gradus
Social and Emotional Learning
Our social and emotional learning programs are raising the bar for SEL in education. We understand the importance of creating an environment of stability, belonging, and safety for every scholar. At Uplift, students grow their social and emotional maturity thanks to:
- Daily lessons that help build character, empathy, and positive relationships.
- Frequent surveys that provide feedback to teachers and staff to identify emotional concerns with students.
- Licensed behavioral counselors on every campus.
The Uplift Education Difference
Discover Uplift's unique approach to education, designed to empower students to excel. Our differences not only set us apart—they pave the way for exceptional futures.
- Academics that connect learning with real-world concepts and ideas.
- Life skills needed to be successful in school and beyond.
- Caring teachers and personalized learning help every child achieve their full potential.
- Social and emotional learning in every day lessons builds character and healthy relationships.
- College and career preparation to support whatever path our students choose.
- Support for alums after graduation through college and career decisions.
100%
College acceptance for more than 20 years
4X
National average for college degree attainment
13%
Higher than state average for college preparedness
$23k
Higher average salaries for Uplift alums
Applying to an Uplift school is free and as easy as 1, 2, 3!
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🚫🏫 School Closed Monday🚫 Due to inclement weather, all Uplift schools will be closed on Monday, January 26th. We encourage families to remain indoors and follow local safety advisories. We will continue to monitor the weather for Tuesday. Please check your email and our website for updates. Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our school community.
🌧️❄️ As we prepare for the upcoming unpredictable weather season, we are committed to keeping you informed and ready! Here’s how we’ll communicate any school hour changes due to the weather: 1️. Email by 6:00 am 2️. Text message 3️. School social media 4️. Uplift Parent Website 5️. Local news channels By sharing this information now, we hope to help our families be prepared for any last-minute weather changes. Stay safe and stay connected! #UpliftEducation #BePrepared #WeatherPreparedness
🚨 AFTER SCHOOL CANCELED 🚨 Champions After School is canceled. All Uplift schools WILL be in session tomorrow, Friday, January 23rd, for a full day (not a half day or early release). ❌ All after-school programming is canceled, including Champions After School at Gradus. 🕒 Student pickup will be during regular carline time: 3:30–4:15 PM ⏰ Campus closes promptly at 4:15 PM Please make arrangements to pick up your scholar by 4:15 PM. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Map & Directions
- 121 Seahawk Dr, DeSoto, TX 75115
Located in DeSoto south of I-20 off Hampton Road.