Thursday, October 22nd, 2020- Utica Academy of Science prides itself on creating an atmosphere that allows students to become college ready. Throughout the Atoms’ academic career our teachers, faculty and staff create a college bound culture complete with college visits, tours, guest speakers, and so much more! As our Seniors get ready to transition from high school to their collegiate career, our Utica Academy of High School teachers, faculty and staff hosted its first of many parents College Information Session.

At our first College Information Session, Mr. Kovar discussed with the parents, Scoir - a solution for students, parents, counselors and colleges that focus on finding the right fit through a unified college search and planning network. In addition, Mr. Kovar discussed the senior college application process prior to financial aid and FAFSA. Attendees welcomed guest speaker Mike Pede, Financial Aid Director at Mohawk Valley Community College.

Please click here to view the College Information Session: College Application & Scholarship. Stay tuned for our next College Information Session where we will walk you through and discuss how to complete the FAFSA Application which is required for any type of Financial Aid.

Friday, November 6th, 2020—On Veterans Day we celebrate, honor and remember all those who have served and salute those who are currently serving in the United States armed forces. The Utica Academy of Science middle school Atoms celebrated four local veterans via Zoom and shared a very memorable moment. The Veterans shared with the students their stories in the military, life experiences, knowledge and so much more. Thank you Veterans for taking the time out of your schedule to spend an afternoon with the Atoms, and thank you for your service!

Thursday, October 22nd, 2020–Utica Academy of Science High School teachers express their creativity, artistic skills and style at their teachers workshop. Teachers had the opportunity to decorate their SANY masks.

Thursday, October 22nd, 2020—Fresh air, fall colors and spending time with your friends and classmates safely. Does an afternoon really get any better than that? Utica Academy of Science High School’s Outdoors Club spent the afternoon taking in the beautiful fall colors and breathtaking scenery at Valley View Golf Course.

Monday, October 26th, 2020—We’ve got spirit, yes we do, we’ve got spirit … how about you? Middle school Atoms participate in a week-long spirit week as they get ready for Halloween. Each day students, both virtual and in person learning, had the opportunity to dress in that day’s theme. Below are the spirit week themes.

Monday: Pink Day (Breast Cancer Awareness Month)

Tuesday: Character Day

Wednesday: Halloween Costume Day

Thursday: Throwback Thursday

Friday: Hoodie Day

Wednesday, October 28th, 2020—It’s time to Pic-or-Treat with the elementary Atoms. Students had the opportunity to dress in their favorite Halloween costume at their Wednesday Zoom session or to school on October 28th, 29th and 30th. Utica Academy of Science was greeted with superheroes, princesses, Ghostbusters, the famous Sanderson Sisters, Monsters from Monsters, Inc., M & M’s and oh so much more! Please visit our Facebook page and check out the photo album, Utica Elementary Costume Contest 2020. A BOO-tiful job Atoms, teachers and staff!

Tuesday, October 20th, 2020—Let the ghoul times roll at Utica Academy of Science high school, especially with this fall favorite activity - Pumpkin Carving. Thanks to the creativity, and planning of Ms. Burkamp, high school students had the opportunity to not only pick out their pumpkins but to express their Halloween creativity by carving a design into their jack-o’-lantern. Please visit our Facebook page for more pictures of this activity.

Wednesday, October 14th, 2020—An eruption of fun, giggles, and fizzy goodness were had on a crisp fall day. First grade Atoms combined a classic fall item, a pumpkin, with a timeless science experiment, a volcano, to create what will be your new favorite fall activity, a Pumpkin Volcano. Students conducted their experiments over Zoom, and combined baking soda, vinegar, and dish soap in a hollowed out pumpkin. The results, a bubbly fizzy explosion that left the students with smiles on their face. Needless to say, a blast was had by all. For more pictures, please visit our Facebook page.

Wednesday, October 14th, 2020—It’s that wonderful time of year for our high school seniors, SAT testing time. As they prepare and get ready for college, the first step is to take the SAT. Seniors woke up bright and early for their test, and entered through the side door of the building. Students individually had their temperatures checked and proper PPE. Great job to not only our students but the test administrator and staff for proctoring the exam.

Saturday, October 17th, 2020—Middle school Atoms, Hazma and Gideon hit the open waters and face tough competition at this year’s virtual CNY Steamboat challenge presented by the MOST. On Saturday, October 17th STEM students competed in a ‘pop-pop’ or a ‘putt-putt’ boat engineering challenge. Students could compete individually or in groups of 2 or 3. Each team was tasked with not only designing their own boat, but also constructing it. Boats were to be miniature working steamboats powered by only a single tealight candle. In addition, students had to discuss their designs virtually to the judges and describe how their boat was constructed. Hazma and Gideon represented Utica Academy of Science middle school and took home 3^rd place. Great job, Atoms! Click here to view this year's competition.