In order to engage students, UA educators strive to make school exciting and relevant by breaking down the barriers between the classroom and the world they are preparing students to enter. That's why The UA develops all aspects of its schools' curricula, partnerships, mentorships, and other activities around themes that inspire and challenge students.

In fields as diverse as law and government, media, the arts, wildlife conservation, maritime studies and green careers, The Urban Assembly's themes and partnerships give students hands-on experiences that connect school to the exciting world beyond the classroom.