Uplift Grand
FREE Public School
Proudly Serving Grand Prairie
About Our School
Uplift Grandโs beautiful 8-acre campus is located in the heart of Grand Prairie and has unique ties to the community and businesses. The tight knit community of families bonds through annual fall festivals and carnivals. Scholars at Uplift Grand help shape the culture of the school and โGrizzlies Prideโ runs deep. The high school is nationally recognized as one of the top high schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. 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!
Healthcare Career Pathways
In Uplift Educationโs Healthcare Pathways program, scholars can earn college credits through dual credit courses while exploring healthcare careers in collaboration with Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH). Beginning in the 9th grade, scholars receive mentorship from experienced professionals, hands-on clinical experiences, state-of-the-art learning facilities at school, pathways to employment, and tuition reimbursement once employed by BSWH. By weaving real-world learning and dedicated support into every step of the journey, our scholars are empowered to make a positive impact on their communities and build a rewarding career in healthcare by senior year.
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Academics at Uplift Grand
We start with strong academics that tie lessons to real world situations. Then we cater the lessons to your childโs 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 Baccalaureateยฎ (IBยฎ) Programs to every student. What is IBยฎ? The IBยฎ programs develop students who are:
- inquiring, knowledgeable and caring.
- motivated to succeed.
- aware of and care about the world around them.
Students earning an IBยฎ Diploma have an advantage:
- Guaranteed 24 hours of college credit in Texas public university.
- College graduation rate of 79% vs. 39% without an IBยฎ diploma.
- Higher acceptance rate at top colleges and universities.
- An education that prepares them for college and life.
Programs at Uplift Grand
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.
Dual Language Program
This school is proud to offer a one-way dual language program for its Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st grade students. In our one-way dual language program, Spanish-speaking students acquire proficiency in two program languages, English and Spanish. A one-way program consists of scholars who are fluent in the partner language (Spanish) and qualify for language services.
Seats are limited and spots are offered after acceptance to an Uplift school offering dual language. Learn more about dual language programming.
The Uplift Education Difference
Discover Uplift's unique approach to education, designed to empower students to excel. Our differences not only set us apartโthey 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
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๐๐ On Tuesdays, WE WEAR PINK! ๐๐ Hey PreK through 12th grade โ itโs time to PINK OUT! ๐๐๐ Letโs show our school spirit and fill the halls with every shade of pink you can find! ๐ธ Wear your boldest, brightest, and most fabulous pink outfits TOMORROW morning! ๐๐๐ Hats, shirts, socks, accessories โ the pinker, the better! Letโs turn the school into a sea of pink! See you there! ๐๐ช #PinkOutTuesday #WeWearPink #SchoolSpirit #ThinkPink
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Map & Directions
- 300 E Church St, Grand Prairie, TX 75050
Located in downtown Grand Prairie one block north of W. Main St.