Thursday, June 20, 2019—Giving back to the community is on of the many ways we continue to build success, one Atom as a time. Middle school students in the Student Government program take the initiative to give back to an organization that provides resources to those who have served our country, the Veterans Outreach Center of Utica. Throughout the summer months, its challenging for homeless veterans to find nourishment. With the efforts of the Atoms, they were able to collect and donate over 10 boxes of non-perishable food items to assist throughout those summer months. Great job Atoms, way to help others in need and to be actively involved in your community.

Monday, June 24, 2019—Atoms invite you to come and 'feel the magic in the air' with their end of year music video. A time-honored tradition, our elementary school students, teachers and staff from not only the Utica Academy of Science, but Syracuse Academy of Science and Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship schools partook in the event, as well. We hope you enjoy this video. Great job Atoms!

Music: Magic in the Air by Magic System

Tuesday, May 28, 2019—Atoms share their green thumb expertise while giving back to their community at the Sitrin Health Care Center. As part of the Military-Civilian Coalition, students and veterans join forces to empower and educate through social endeavors. Together they teamed up and planted delicious herbs and vegetables in their raised garden beds. Great job Atoms!

Friday, May 24, 2019—It's not everyday that Atoms get to dress in 17th century clothing, practice on a cannon drill team and experience fort life. But it's business as usual when you visit Fort Stanwix National Monument and Oriskany Battlefield Historic Site. Right in our backyard, Fort Stanwix and Oriskany Battlefields are two historic locations filled with rich American history. Atoms learned about the 21 day siege at Fort Stanwix, as well as, how it received the title "the fort that never surrendered." Following this adventure, students visited the site of the Revolutionary War's Battle of Oriskany.

Wednesday, May 22, 2019—High school students explore various career paths at the second annual Career Day. This day allows our students the opportunity to gain knowledge of various career paths and professions. Atoms were able to connect with those in the medical field, sports medicine, public service, education, business and more!

Tuesday, April 30, 2019—A field trip that was a bit on the 'oily' side … but ultimately tasty and highly memorable. First grade Atoms had the wonderful opportunity to get a front row seat and visit one of the world leaders in the olive oil market, Sovena. With over 10 million olive trees and exporting to over 70 countries, scholars learned about the olive oil making process, tried tasty snacks from other countries and had the opportunity to design their own olive oil label!

Wednesday, May 22, 2019—We all have been asked the question at least once in our lives, "what do you want to be when you grow up?" Kindergarten and 1st grade ESL Atoms learned about various careers and what they might want to be when they too grow up. At the career day, Atoms explored fields in public service, education, medical and more! One student mentioned they wanted to be a teacher when they grew up.

Thursday, May 9, 2019—It's time to celebrate major achievements at the Utica Academy of Science Charter Middle School. During Teacher Appreciation week, UASCS hosted it's 3rd MP Award ceremony where they acknowledged scholars for their academic excellence, and citizenship performance. Way to go Atoms!

Saturday, April 27, 2019—At Utica’s 2019 Mayor’s Gala, The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter, was recognized and honored for its efforts enabling persons with disabilities and their families to achieve their potential through self-determined goals in partnership. The event was held on Saturday, April 27, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Utica. UASCS is proud to support The Arc’s ongoing efforts to enhance the lives of those it serves in our community.