Academics
Educational Program
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 Spanish, art, music,
and physical education.
The middle school core curriculum
consists of courses inmath, science, reading, communications, social sciences, art, music, and PE . Students
are grouped together in classes of sixth, seventh, and eighth
graders. Students are also provided exploratory and elective choices.
University High School is a comprehensive program with graduation requirements in social
studies, English, science, math, world language, applied arts, fine arts, wellness and interdisciplinary courses. Advanced Placement
and honors 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 Students
University Schools enrollment includes approximately 5 high school deaf or hard-of-hearing
students. The students are fully included in the school program.
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. Exposure
to all communication options gives students the experience and opportunity
to find successful systems for their unique needs.
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