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Now Accepting Applications for 2026-2027

We are now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 school year! To be included in the lottery, applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on April 1, 2026. The lottery will be held that evening at 6:00 PM. Applications received after the deadline will be added to our waitlist and considered on a rolling basis as seats become available. Don’t miss your chance to join one of our seven award-winning and tuition-free United Charter High Schools across Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens—apply today by clicking the link below!
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Family Engagement Resources

At United Charter High Schools, we believe that strong partnerships between families and schools are essential to student success. This page provides tools, community resources, and helpful information to support our families in every aspect of their child’s education and well-being.
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United Charter High Schools are a network of college and career preparatory high schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens, developing the next generation of enlightened changemakers.
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United Charter High Schools are college and career preparatory high schools committed to helping all students gain the skills they need to succeed after graduation, with a focus on collaboration, creativity, problem solving and civic engagement.
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At our seven charter high schools, students benefit from access to personalized academic and social-emotional support, opportunities to explore clubs, sports teams and internships, and exposure to collegiate life and career opportunities.
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Dr. Curtis Palmore on Schneps Connects

What does it really take to prepare students not just for graduation, but for college, career, and civic life? In his latest interview with on Schneps Connects, Dr. Curtis Palmore shares how United Charter High Schools (UCHS) redefines public charter education.

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Schneps Connects
What does it really take to prepare students not just for graduation, but for college, career, and civic...
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A woman speaks at a podium beside a sign outlining new rules for distraction-free schools, with a phone storage station labeled “Phone Home” in the foreground.
UCHS Included in NY Times Article on Cell Phone Ban in NYS Schools
Todays the First Day of No Smartphones in Schools As the year begins in the city’s public school...
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UCHS – Humanities II Principal Featured on NY1
Humanities II Principal Dave Neagley recently appeared on NY1 to highlight our network’s innovative work...
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OP-ED: In New York City schools, inclusion can’t be optional
The backlash against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives has been swift and forceful....
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OPEN Host Brittany Skyler sits down with the CEO of United Charter High Schools
OPEN Host Brittany Skyler sits down with the CEO of United Charter High Schools, Dr. Curtis Palmore,...
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New York charter school enforces no-cellphone policy during school hours
While state legislative leaders and Governor Hochul haven’t reached an agreement on a statewide school...
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Students of NYC
Students of NYC In public schools across NYC, remarkable students are shaping a better future for themselves...
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Dr. Curtis Palmore Discusses Supporting a School Cell Phone Ban
Dr. Curtis Palmore, CEO of United Charter High Schools, appeared on NY1 News on April 12, 2025, to discuss...
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AMS IV featured on The Conversations on the Block
The Conversations on the Block episode that was previously taped aired yesterday (Sunday). Hosted by...
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South Bronx students unplug — and thrive — under all-day cell phone ban
As New York lawmakers debate implementing a “bell to bell” cell phone ban in schools, some campuses have...
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