Urbana Middle School
1201 S Vine Street
Urbana, IL 61801
Phone: (217) 384-3685
Grades: 7th & 8th
Principal: Melissa Kearns
Assistant Principal: Katrina Williams and Derek Ely
Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Monday-Thursday) 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Friday)
Instruction Hours:
- Arrival/Breakfast: 8:15
- Class Begins: 8:45 a.m.
- Dismissal: 3:35 p.m.
- Wednesday Dismissal: 2:41 p.m. (Every Wednesday)
Welcome from Principal Kearns 
Welcome to Urbana Middle School!
We are elated to welcome you to our school community and invite you to explore all that makes our school a place where students can learn, grow, and thrive.
The middle school years are an exciting and important time in a student's educational journey. At Urbana Middle School, we recognize that these two years will be filled with new opportunities, increased independence, and significant personal growth. Our goal is to provide a supportive and engaging environment where students feel challenged academically, encouraged socially, and empowered to become confident, responsible individuals.
Our dedicated teachers and staff are committed to helping every student reach their full potential through high-quality instruction, meaningful relationships, and a wide variety of academic, athletic, artistic, and extracurricular opportunities. We encourage students to explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and build the confidence they need for success in high school and beyond.
We believe that strong partnerships between families, educators, and the community are essential to student success. Together, we create a positive school culture that values respect, responsibility, perseverance, and kindness while celebrating the unique strengths and achievements of every student.
We encourage you to explore the many opportunities available at Urbana Middle School and discover what makes our school a welcoming, supportive, and inspiring place to learn.
We look forward to partnering with you as we help every student grow academically, socially, and personally during these important middle school years.
Welcome to UMS & Go Tigers!
Principal Kearns
Urbana Middle Parent and Family Engagment Plan