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WELCOME TO UNIVERSAL ALCORN CHARTER SCHOOL

"Aspire to Excellence"

3200 Dickinson St, Philadelphia, PA 19146

215-952-62191

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Alcorn 8th grade June 11th, 2025-12

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UNIVERSAL ALCORN IN THE NEWS

Universal Alcorn student wins 2025 Block Kids Building Competition

Universal schools community counts down to students’ first day of class with fun event

4th Annual Back to School Block Party

Philadelphia’s newest teachers share their hopes and fears for the coming school year

Universal Alcorn Jazz Journey Celebration

Universal Alcorn Soul Sounds

UniverSoul gives performance at school

UniverSoul Circus Performs at Universal Alcorn

Universal Alcorn hosted Math and Literacy night

Alcorn Charter adds musical studio

A Jazzy Minute

Improvisation

African American History

Tribute to Kenny Gamble
Individual Buildings Exterior Photos December 4th 2024 -19

School Leadership

Principal: Aaron Starke

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Connecting Parents and Schools to Increase Achievement

We encourage you to participate in one of the many opportunities such as the Home and School Association, School Advisory Councils (SAC) and/or volunteer as a teacher assistant/aide, food pantry worker, or just read to our preschoolers.

For more information, contact Universal Alcorn Charter School at (215) 952-6219.

Dear Universal Charter Schools Community,

All Universal Charter Schools will resume a regular in-person operating schedule on Thursday, January 29, 2026. We appreciate the patience, flexibility, and partnership of our families and staff during the recent weather-related adjustments. As always, the safety and well-being of our scholars and staff remain our top priority.

Sincerely,
Dr. Nixon
Superintendent & CEO
Universal Charter Schools