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University Schools serves as a model for student-centered learning, innovative curricula and organization. Special features of the school include: advisor-advisee program, portfolios, interdisciplinary/integrated curriculum, self-directed learning, multi-age grouping, real-life learning opportunities, community service, internships, shadowings, senior project, athletic and other activities. University Schools is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.

The elementary curriculum and instruction focus on basic skills taught in conjunction with integrated, interdisciplinary units. The K-5 program is multi-aged with combined classes of first/second grades and third/fourth grades. All elementary grade levels enhance the student experiences with course work in American Sign Language, Spanish, art, music, and physical education.

The middle school core curriculum consists of courses in reading, math, language arts, social studies, science, physical education and interdisciplinary classes. Students are grouped together in classes of sixth, seventh, and eighth graders. Students are provided exploratory and elective choices.

University High School is a comprehensive program with graduation requirements in social studies, English, science, math, world language, applied and fine arts, wellness and interdisciplinary courses. Advanced Placement and college courses offer additional opportunities. Students may structure their graduation requirements in the form of a collegiate and career pathway. In addition, all students must complete community service, internship, shadowing, portfolio and senior project requirements for graduation


Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program

University Schools enrolls approximately 40 deaf or hard-of-hearing students. The students are fully included in the school program. In a grade one/two classroom and a grade three/four classroom students are co-taught with a deaf educator and regular educator in place. In other grades DHHP students have interpreters in the classroom as well as students and teachers who sign. The program promotes total communication by modeling and encouraging both voice and sign. American Sign Language is taught at the high school level; sign classes are taught at the elementary and middle school levels. Exposure to all communication options gives students the experience and opportunity to find successful systems for their unique needs.

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