Emma Fossum, Miss Texas Teen and University of Texas High School graduate, found the flexibility she needed in virtual education to pursue figure skating and music while excelling academically. Through her nonprofit Miles for Music, inspired by her nonverbal sister, she has donated 13 digital pianos to underserved schools and reached over 13,700 Texas students. As she prepares for the Miss America's Teen pageant, Emma continues balancing achievement with community service.Retry

We are pleased to announce that Barry Bacom has been named assistant superintendent of the UT High School District, and Julie Joesel will serve as director of student services.

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As we approach the end of the school year, we wanted to take a moment to inform you of an important leadership transition at UT High School Special Purpose District (UTHSD).

The University of Texas High School District (UTHSD) is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Purple Star Designation by Governor Abbott’s Office for the 2024-2025 school year. This designation, created by Texas Senate Bill 1557, recognizes schools that actively support and address the unique needs of military-connected students and their families. UTHSD is honored to have both its Texas and International campuses recognized for this commitment.

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Both UTHS-Texas and UTHS-International campuses have received the Purple Star Campus Redesignations. Click to read more

As we welcome you back to a new school year, we wanted to take a moment to inform you of an important leadership transition at UT High School Special Purpose District (UTHSD).

Following nearly three decades of service to Texas public schools, Superintendent Beth Cooper (Ed.D. ’18) is retiring from the University of Texas at Austin High School Special Purpose District. Dr. Cooper began her educational career as a secondary math and social studies teacher and became an administrator after ten years in the classroom.

UTHS is launching a new shopping cart/registration system that will have new user-friendly features and student-centered policies.