Kindergarteners Decorate Gingerbread Houses

Utica Academy of Science Atoms in Ms. Woodruff’s class Decorate Gingerbread Houses

Monday, February 6th, 2023: Who says gingerbread houses are just for the holidays? After Christmas break, Utica Academy of Science kindergartners in Ms. Woodruff’s class celebrated by creating their own gingerbread houses! The children had a great time. Thank you to all the parents that donated supplies and their time!

UAS Kindergarteners have the MOST Fun

Utica Academy of Science Kindergarteners Take a Trip to the MOST

Thursday, February 9th, 2023: Utica Academy of Science kindergarteners traveled to Syracuse and visited the Museum of Science & Technology! Atoms enjoyed learning about the world around them by digging for fossils in the sand, learning how the brain works, and exploring the play area. Everybody had a great time and would love to visit again!

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UAS JSHS Celebrates Black History Month

Black History Month Celebration at Utica Academy of Science

Thursday, February 16th, 2023: Utica Academy of Science junior-senior high school hosted a Black History Month Celebration. The program was rich with culture and motivation. Thank you, Mr. Bryant and Hamilton College Professor Dr. Woods. His orchestra did a fantastic job soothing our souls with Smooth Jazz. Ms. Jordan gave a very inspirational speech. 

Ms. Guzman and Mr. D organized another successful art show displaying our students' talents. The UAS Dance team performed another debut under the guidance of Ms. Putrello. Mr. Brown's upbeat performance well orchestrated the program.

Special thanks to Ms. Medina and Ms. Safeta for the poster boards and beautifully decorating the gym. Thank you, Ms. Guzman, for making the BHM stickers and organizing other important program details. Mr. Oz and his staff provided a professional IT setup. And Ms. Williams, thank you for the delicious cornbread.

And last but not least, Atoms said a final farewell to our founding Dean Mr. Ersoy who is leaving us after seven years at SANY. Thank you for everything you've done for our school. We are Many Atoms One Family.

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UAS ES Hosting Open Houses

Utica Academy of Science Holding Open House on February 23

Thursday, February 16th, 2023: Do you have what it takes to be an Atom? Come to one of our open houses at Utica Academy of science elementary school and find out! Please note these are only for families that are new to Utica Academy. You only need to attend one.

We look forward to meeting you! Find out how you can become part of many atoms, one family at SANY.

3rd Graders Learn Etiquette at UNO Pizzeria

Utica Academy of Science 3rd Graders go on Field Trip to Uno Pizzeria

Tuesday, January 31st, 2023: Third-grade Utica Academy of Science students took a field trip to UNO Pizzeria and Grill, where they practiced restaurant etiquette! Atoms were excited to have lunch with their classmates in a restaurant. We also got a tour of the kitchen and made homemade pizzas! We topped off the day with a delicious dessert and a restaurant etiquette activity. We were so grateful for this opportunity and hope to be back soon!

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UAS Atoms Soccer Club gets a Kick Start

Introducing the Utica Academy of Science Atoms Soccer Club

Thursday, February 9th, 2023: Introducing the Utica Atoms Soccer Club! The club finished its first session with 55 students enrolled. Going into the second session, we have over 120 students registered! The students participated in various activities, including skill and character development and gameplay experience.

Men's Varsity Soccer Coach Tyler Merriam leads Utica Atoms Soccer Club with the help of program coaches Mohammed Abuzamak and Camil Hamza. The Varsity Soccer team athletes also get involved by providing mentorships for the younger students coming through to help enhance the sense of community within our program!

This program is just the beginning of what we intend to offer to our Utica Atoms soccer students!!

Ms. Thayer's 6th Grade Class Turn a New Page

Utica Academy of Science 6th Graders are the First Class to use the School's Library

Friday, January 27th, 2023: It was a big day for Utica Academy of Science Atoms! Thanks to the efforts of so many, Ms. Thayer’s 6th graders started a new chapter as the first class/grade ever to sign out books and use the library! Students were excited about this opportunity and grateful for much-needed independent reading time.

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Local Musician Visits UAS Performing Arts Club

Utica Academy of Science Performing Arts Club is Visited by a Local Musician

Tuesday, January 31st, 2023: Utica musician, Mike Barr, came to talk to Utica Academy of science elementary students about guitar, songwriting, and performing with our Performing Arts Club. The scholars got to listen to live music, strum on an electric guitar, and hear all about what it takes to play instruments live!

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SANY: Successful, Academic, Nurturing, Your future starts here.

Do you want to find out how we build success one atom at a time? Or how we create an environment that allows your child to shine with the individuality they deserve? Or that we focus on college curriculum from the minute your child walks through our doors?

If you’re looking for a diverse, intimate, challenging, and exciting school for your child, look no further than the Science Academies of New York (SANY) Charter Schools. We genuinely believe in our motto, “Many Atoms, One Family,” and we strive to give your child the best learning environment possible while making them feel part of our family. We want every student to walk through our doors and feel at home, like they belong.

And the best part? It’s tuition free. Find out how we are building success one atom at a time, and enroll your child now. The Science Academies of New York Charter Schools is accepting applications for the 2023-24 school year. 

Apply here: http://apply.sany.org

All applications are due by April 1st, 2023.

UAS JSHS Atoms Participate in Micron Robotics Challenge

Combat Climate Change: UAS High School Students Compete in Micron Robotics Challenge

Saturday, January 28th, 2023: Junior-senior high school Utica Academy of Science Atoms participated in the Micron Robotics Challenge. This year’s challenge prompt was “Combat the effects of climate change.” Teams needed to be made up of at least four students, and individual schools were limited to 3 teams maximum. Teams had to design, build, and test a prototype device that addressed the challenge prompt and met certain specifications to be eligible for awards. Judges evaluated projects in a science-fair style judging session on three metrics: technical proficiency, design creativity/process, and student comprehension of STEM concepts.  

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