Thursday, March 2nd, 2023: “Today a reader, tomorrow a leader!” It’s National Read Across America Day, also known as Dr. Seuss’s birthday!

Did you know children who read 1,000,000 words a year are in the top two percent of reading achievement? That may sound like a lot, but reading just 20 minutes a daily adds up to reading 1,800,000 words yearly!

And it’s the fastest way to build vocabulary - Children learn 4,000–12,000 words every year by reading.

We hope you can find 20 minutes to read today! 

Tuesday, February 28th, 2023: Utica Academy of Science Elementary will hold an American Rescue Plan Fund Consultation meeting on Tuesday, March 7th, 2023 at 11:45am in the school library. The short meeting will outline how the American Rescue Funds are allocated in our school. Parents and stakeholders are encouraged to attend!

Tuesday, February 21st, 2023: Governor Kathy Hochul is taking action to give New York State families access to fair and affordable learning opportunities. Please help us reach out to our legislators to keep funding for charter schools in the executive budget. Take a minute to sign this letter for the Governor and support public charter school education.

You deserve a break, Atoms! Mid-winter recess starts Tuesday, February 21st, through Friday, February 24th. Classes resume on Monday, February 27th.  We look forward to seeing you then!

Monday, February 6th, 2023: In honor of National School Counseling Week, we’re recognizing all of our wonderful school counselors. They play a vital role in our student's lives in and out of the classroom! Thank you for all you continue to do for our students and their families. If you see a school counselor this week, make sure to thank them for their service.

Utica Academy of Science will be closed on Friday, December 16th, due to inclement weather. Stay safe UAS Atoms.

Monday, December 5th, 2022: Plant-based meal options are un-BEET-able! Veg Out, a new program from our partner Chartwells K12, is coming to the Utica Academy of Science High School cafeteria and highlights the wide variety of vegetarian and vegan options available on the lunch menu. Join us December 5th through December 22nd as we introduce Veg Out, featuring flavorful, creative, and delicious plant-forward meals, including Tomato Mozzarella Paninis, Roasted Italian Veggie Wraps, Southwestern Quinoa Bowls, Hummus and Feta Wraps, and more!

Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022: Gobble gobble! As a friendly reminder, there will be no school Wednesday, November 23rd through Friday, November 25th to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday! Classes will resume on Monday, November 28th.

Enjoy the long weekend with family and friends, Atoms!

Friday, November 11th, 2022:  “This nation will remain the land of the free only as long as it is home of the brave.”-- Elmer Davis. 

School is closed today in observance of Veterans Day. Veterans Day is a federal holiday honoring military veterans in the United States. 

If you know a loved one who served in the military, say a special thank you to them today!

Classes will resume on Monday, November 14th.

Tuesday, November 8th, 2022: There is no school today for Superintendents Day! All staff must still report.

Enjoy the day off, Atoms!