Friday, January 1st, 2021-Happy New Year, Atoms! In observance of  New Year's Day, there will be no school on Friday, January 1^st, 2021. Classes will resume on Monday, January 4^th, 2021. We wish you and your family a happy and healthy new year.

Monday, December 28th, 2020—No hacks, just facts! Starting in Spring 2021, Utica Academy of Science high school Juniors and Seniors will be eligible to enroll in our new online Cybersecurity Bridge Program. This program will be taught by the esteemed faculty of Utica College and will count as dual credits. This is a great opportunity for students who are looking to pursue a career in the cybersecurity field. For more information or to register, please email, Mr. Kovar at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2020—There is snow place like home for Winter Recess! Utica Academy of Science will have a half day on Tuesday, December 22^nd. There will be no school on Wednesday, December 23^rd through Friday, January 1^st, 2021. Enjoy this long weekend, Atoms! We'll see you next year.

Friday, December 18th, 2020—Utica Academy of Science High School invites you to join them on Friday, December 18^th at 9:00 AM for a cup of coffee (or two) while enjoying wonderful conversation with the school Dean. This event will be held via Zoom, please see details below. We hope you can join us! 

Zoom Information

• Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86199215989?pwd=K0l0MllkSXVjKzA1UkFibkp6Qk5Odz09
• Meeting ID: 861 9921 5989
• Passcode:cDS9t9Y7PX

Dear Utica Academy parents and guardians, due to inclement weather conditions, Utica Academy buildings will be closed on Thursday, December 17th, 2020. Students will be expected to attend classes remotely. Stay safe UAS Atoms.

Important Reminder for Families:

For the 2020-21 school year, should the Utica Academy of Science Charter School close for snow days or due to inclement weather, those days will be REMOTE learning days for all students. No in person learning will occur, but students will be expected to attend classes virtually. If you have any questions, please contact your child’s school directly!

Administration
Utica Academy of Science

Friday, December 18th, 2020—Utica Academy of Science Elementary School’s Picture Retake Day will be on Friday, December 18^th. Keeping health and safety in mind, please note this procedure to ensure a safe event for all.

Students must enter in the back of the building, as Picture Retake Day will be held in the school cafeteria. Families, please drive to the back of the building (staff parking lot). We are asking that students only enter the building for Picture Retake Day. There will be only two students allowed in the cafeteria at a time. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Tuesday, December 15th, 2020—Interested in giving back to your community this holiday season? Come join Utica Academy of Science tomorrow as they host a virtual Card Writing Workshop. Participants will receive cards (either mailed or dropped off) to use to write a handwritten note to the residents of the Masonic Care Community. On Tuesday, December 15th, there will be a Zoom Card Writing Workshop session for students to write together virtually. Ideally, we ask that students write 2-3 cards, and a template will be provided.  This event is available for all students to participate.

Tuesday, December 15th, 2020—Utica Academy of Science Elementary School will be hosting its monthly Coffee Talk virtually on Tuesday, December 15th at 6:00 PM. All families are welcome to attend as we discuss topics and share resources and experiences that are relevant to our school community. The goal of these monthly meetings is to create an environment for both students and parents alike that will foster greater interaction, growth and learning to occur. We hope you can join us, please see the Zoom details below.

• Zoom hosts: Ms. Cardwell & Ms. J.
• Date: 12/15/20
• Time: 6:00 PM
• Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4938704283?pwd=bDYra01HZU9VL0gxNTlUcWlCRC8yUT09
• Passcode: 1234

Saturday, December 12th, 2020—Looking to get into the ‘Winter Spirit?’ Well look no further, as Utica Academy of Science Honor Society is hosting a Snowman Building Contest that will take place throughout the month of December. Winners will be selected on Tuesday, January 5^th. So Atoms, let us ask you this - Do you want to build a snowman?

How to Participate

1. Build a Snowman
2. Take a picture of you with your Snowman
3. Submit your entry to the Virtual Google Classroom by Thursday, December 31^st for your chance to win a prize.