Today’s Utica Gem is Maria Fielteau, a teacher who has served as an English as a ...

Read Article Leading with Language: Maria Fielteau’s Call to Empower ENL Students

We are proud to shine a spotlight on Marnie Williams. A dedicated educator, she has spe...

Read Article Decades of Dedication: Marnie Williams’ 27-Year Journey at Columbus

Our next Utica Gem is a JV cheerleader with skill and heart. Meet Amarah Lumpkin! As...

Read Article Amarah Lumpkin’s Leadership On and Off the Mat

This week's Utica Gem shines bright at JFK Middle School, congratulations to 8th gr...

Read Article Joshua Wilk: Always Present, Always Outstanding

Classrooms, teachers, students and learning usually come to mind first when we think ab...

Read Article Utica Schools Celebrate A+ Financial Audit Results!

From intern to department chair, meet this week’s Utica Gem, Alexis McKerrow!&nbs...

Read Article Leading with Heart: Alexis McKerrow, a Pillar of Proctor High School

Alba Martinez has poured her heart into Watson Williams Elementary School for the last ...

Read Article 24 Years of Dedication: Alba Martinez

October is National Principals Month, and we're proud to honor a true trailblazer, ...

Read Article A First Worth Celebrating: Ann Marie Palladino at Proctor High

Meet Utica Gem, Dwayne Titus! Mr. Titus is a friendly presence at Albany Elementary ...

Read Article Keeping Students Safe: Dwayne Titus at Albany Elementary School

Behind every pristine blade of grass, every shoveled walkway and every event setup is a...

Read Article Building and Grounds Crew: The Team That Keeps Utica Running Strong