Tuesday, October 6th, 2026: Juniors and seniors at Utica Academy of Science attended the SUNY College Fair to explore opportunities for their futures beyond high school.

During the event, students connected with college representatives, learned about academic programs, explored a variety of colleges and universities, and discovered pathways to help them achieve their educational and career goals.

This experience provided our scholars with valuable insight as they prepare for the next chapter of their academic journeys. By exploring their options and gathering information directly from college representatives, students are taking important steps toward making informed decisions about their futures.

We are proud of our Atoms for taking initiative, embracing new opportunities, and planning for a bright future! At UAS, we are committed to helping every student prepare for success in college, career, and beyond.

Saturday, October 17, 2026: Congratulations to the Utica Academy of Science Junior-Senior High School team, “Newton’s Nightmare,” on earning third place in the Senior Division at the 2026 CNY Catapult Challenge, held at the Museum of Science & Technology (MOST) in Syracuse!

Team members Jeffrey M., Phone Z., Uqbah Z., and Hamza J. demonstrated impressive engineering skills and teamwork, launching their catapult projectile an impressive 21.7 feet and earning 8 out of 15 points in the accuracy competition. The team also earned the Best Team Name Award for their creative choice!

We are proud of our #UASAtoms for showcasing their creativity, collaboration, and engineering talents. Congratulations on a fantastic achievement!

Friday, October 2nd, 2026: Utica Academy of Science Charter School welcomed students, families, staff, and community partners to its Back-to-School and Community Fair.

The event provided UAS Atoms and their families with an opportunity to connect with school staff, learn about available resources, and engage with local organizations and public service agencies. The event created a welcoming environment for families to build connections, learn more about community resources, and strengthen partnerships with the school.

UASCS sincerely thanks the families, staff members, community organizations, volunteers, and guests who helped make the event a success. We look forward to continuing to build these meaningful partnerships throughout the school year.

Friday, September 18th, 2026: The Utica Academy of Science Boys Varsity Soccer team delivered a strong performance, earning a convincing 3–0 victory over Little Falls.

Haeney opened the scoring with an assist from team captain Jason Doh. Doh then added a goal of his own after an impressive individual dribbling effort, with striker Benedict Sang providing the assist.

Alem Husovic capped the scoring with a spectacular strike from 30 yards out, set up by midfielder Julio Polanco.

The Atoms also turned in a strong defensive performance. Almin Husovic helped command the back line and played an important role in keeping Little Falls’ attack at bay. UAS maintained control throughout much of the match, spending the majority of the game in the Little Falls half.

Congratulations to the Atoms on a well-earned shutout victory!

Wednesday, September 16th, 2026: The Utica Academy of Science Boys Varsity Soccer team delivered a strong performance against Adirondack, earning a convincing 4–0 victory.

Captain Jason Doh opened the scoring with an assist from Gabriel Aung, giving the Atoms an early lead. Hae then found the back of the net for his first goal of the match, assisted by Abdullah Marat. Benedict Sang extended the lead by calmly converting a penalty, while Hae added his second goal of the night to cap the scoring.

In the midfield, Julio Polanco helped control the tempo and disrupt Adirondack’s attack, contributing to a strong team performance that kept the opposition largely out of the UAS half.

Congratulations to the Atoms on an impressive team victory!

Saturday, September 19th, 2026: Utica Academy of Science Junior-Senior High School students spent a Saturday expanding their STEM knowledge through a focused learning session dedicated to FTC Robotics and Drone Soccer.

Throughout the session, students explored foundational concepts in robotics, engineering, programming, and problem-solving. Through hands-on learning and focused instruction, students strengthened their understanding of STEM concepts while developing skills they can apply to future projects and competitions.

We are proud of our students for demonstrating a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation. Opportunities like these allow our Atoms to build valuable skills while preparing for future success in STEM and beyond.

Saturday, September 12th, 2026: Utica Academy of Science Junior-Senior High School is excited to begin a new FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) season with its robotics teams, FTC 24724 and FTC 32465.

Throughout the season, students will apply and strengthen their skills in engineering, programming, problem-solving, collaboration, and innovation as they design, build, program, and prepare their robots for FTC competitions.

The FTC season provides students with valuable opportunities to work as a team, tackle challenges, test new ideas, and learn from both successes and setbacks. Through hands-on experiences, students develop technical skills while building confidence, creativity, communication, and perseverance.

We are proud of our UAS students and look forward to a productive and rewarding season filled with learning, teamwork, and STEM excellence. We can’t wait to see what our Atoms accomplish this year.

Wednesday, September 3rd, 2026: The halls of Utica Academy of Science were filled with excitement, smiles, and new beginnings as students returned for the first day of school. From kindergarten classrooms to the junior-senior high school, students were welcomed by teachers and staff who are ready to make the 2026–2027 school year a successful and memorable one.

Throughout the day, students reunited with friends, met new classmates, and settled into their classrooms as they learned about the opportunities that await them this year. Teachers introduced engaging lessons, reviewed classroom expectations, and helped students feel comfortable and prepared for the journey ahead.

The first day of school marks the beginning of another year of academic growth, exploration, and achievement at Utica Academy of Science. With a strong focus on STEM education, character development, and college and career readiness, students are encouraged to dream big and work hard toward their goals.

We extend our gratitude to our families, staff, and community members for their continued support and partnership. Together, we are building a positive and inspiring learning environment where every student can thrive.

Welcome back, UAS family! We look forward to an outstanding school year.

Wednesday, June 10th, 2026: Utica Academy of Science proudly celebrated the achievements of several scholars who represented the school at the prestigious GENIUS Olympiad, an international competition showcasing excellence in science, technology, engineering, art, and environmental initiatives.

Ulwan Z., Phone Z., and Sarwin A. competed in the Robotics category, demonstrating their creativity, technical skills, and innovative thinking. Jasmin P. represented UASCS in the Art category, while Sohayla M. showcased her research and academic talents in the Science category.

Their participation reflects the dedication, hard work, and passion for learning that define our scholars. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments and the outstanding way they represented UAS on an international stage. Their success highlights the strong STEM and creative learning opportunities available at our school and serves as an inspiration to future innovators and leaders.

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026: Utica Academy of Science Charter School Junior-Senior High School proudly hosted its annual Dean’s List Dinner, recognizing students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, dedication, and perseverance throughout the school year.

The evening brought together students, families, and staff for a special celebration honoring the hard work and commitment of our Dean’s List scholars. Events like the Dean’s List Dinner offer an opportunity to celebrate the determination, responsibility, and excellence our students demonstrate every day. Their achievements reflect not only their individual efforts but also the support of their families, teachers, and mentors.

We are incredibly proud of all of our Dean’s List students and the example they set for their peers. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition, and we encourage you to continue striving for success and reaching new heights in the years ahead.