Category Archives: General Information 2015-2016
Double Walking Field Trips
Wednesday afternoon our students were invited on a “behind the scenes” tour of the Farr Library. Â Kristen and Valerie (librarians) who took us on our tour gave students a scavenger hunt to look for Colorado animals in the various stained … Continue reading
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First ever – Chalk-a-lot at University Schools
Our students recently participated in the first ever “chalk-a-lot” experience at University Schools. Â This past fall, the City of Greeley hosted an event called, “Chalk-a-lot” on the campus of University of Northern Colorado. Â The goal of the event was to … Continue reading
Spectacular Star Lab / Solar System Museum
On Wednesday our students participated in a planetarium experience, called the Star Lab. Â Jolene Adams, one of our awesome high school science teachers, shared her knowledge of constellations and the night sky. Â Students were encouraged to spend a weekend or … Continue reading
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Incredible Field Day Weather, Incredible Fun!
The 3rd and 4th grade students couldn’t have had better weather on Monday for Field Day.  It was very impressive to see the countless sports and athletic activities students were able to participate in.  Thank you for our elementary P.E. teachers … Continue reading
Poudre Learning Center
We had a remarkable day of outdoor learning and exploration. Â Many students made science connections that would be impossible in a traditional classroom setting. Â Thank you to all of our parent volunteers who shared the day with us. Â We appreciate … Continue reading
Student Treasures
After many weeks of brainstorming, writing, and illustrating, our Student Treasures books are completed. Â Books will be mailed off to the Student Treasures company for publishing. Â What an exciting day to celebrate our 4th grade authors. Â Each student will have … Continue reading
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Greeley Philharmonics Orchestra
On Friday, April 8th, our students had the opportunity to listen to the Greeley Philharmonics Orchestra perform at the Union Colony Civic Center. Â The special performance was sponsored by generous donations from organizations in our community, including Thrivent Financial who … Continue reading
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Two of Denver’s Fantastic Museums
We had a wonderful day exploring two of Denver’s fantastic museums. Â We enjoyed our morning at the History Colorado Center. Â Ask your student about who they became in Keota the high plains town of the past. Â What were some of … Continue reading
Read On !
Last week 3rd-5th grade students competed in Battle of the Books (BOB), a reading competition.  These students have been very dedicated for the past several months reading, and studying multiple books and the authors of these books, in order to prepare … Continue reading
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An Amazing Day at Ameritowne
What a memorable day!!! Our 4th grade students became the citizens of Young Ameritowne in Lakewood, CO. Â Over 100 University Schools students became managers, accountants, doctors, police officers, investment consultants, personal trainers, cashiers and dozens more career fields and opportunities. … Continue reading