The start of year two at Busch Middle School was a raving success!  Our tutoring and mentoring programs are off without a hitch, and this year students have been enjoying DiscoveryLab classes in music, robotics, cooking and nutrition, step dance, and drumming to name a few. After a long summer off, UrbanFUTURE students seem to have extra enthusiasm and focus this year, and we are taking advantage and delving deep on all fronts!

This month, we have had several interesting guest speakers including physical therapist Barbara Knezetic who works at SSM Hospital in Bridgeton. Ms Knezetic taught students about the tools of the trade for PTs, and had students participate in a few interactive exercises that she routinely does with her patients. UrbanFUTURE students asked some great questions, and were curious as ever about the career of a physical therapist. We also hosted US District Attorney Richard Finneran to our classroom to speak about his career. Mr. Finneran explained the difference between defense attorneys and prosecutors, and again fielded lots of thoughtful questions about his profession from our students. Thanks to all our career speakers for sharing your time with us!

UrbanFUTURE High School Student Spotlight 

UrbanFUTURE senior Julia Davis

Meet Julia Davis! She's a senior at Carnahan High School of the Future and is a superb student.  She plans to be a business major in college and has already been accepted to Jackson State University, Temple University an Philander Smith College! Not surprising since she holds a 3.5 cumulative GPA and also volunteers her time as a manager for the school's varsity basketball team. Julia attended Fanning Middle, and we couldn't be more proud. Great job, Julia!