Summer vacation is a wonderful time for rest and relaxation, but it can also lead to the "summer slide," where students lose some of their hard-earned academic skills. One of the most effective ways to combat this is through reading. Here are some creative and engaging ways for parents and students to incorporate reading into their summer vacation. 1. Join a Summer Reading Program Many local libraries and bookstores offer summer reading programs with incentives for completing books. These programs often include activities, challenges, and rewards that make reading a fun and interactive exp ..read more

Today is the midterm. That means a few things. We're halfway through the current semester. All semester-long courses should be at 50% completed by the end of the day today. It also means that we only have 45 days left in this school year. So we compiled a list of 45 different things you can do to absolutely CRUSH the end of this school year. Academic Focus Review Past Material: Regularly review notes and past assignments to reinforce learning. Set Study Goals: Create specific, measurable goals for study sessions. Organize Study Groups: Collaborate with peers for difficult subjects. Me ..read more

Hello, Brilliant Students! As the school year zooms by, we find ourselves on the runway to one of its final milestones: state testing. Whether you’re a third-grader stepping into the testing arena for the first time or a seasoned tenth-grader, this time can feel a bit daunting. But guess what? You’ve got this, and we’re here to help you soar across that finish line with confidence. Understanding the Test State tests look at what you’ve learned throughout the year, covering subjects like Math, English, Science, and more, depending on your grade. These tests help your teachers and schools unde ..read more

https://video.wixstatic.com/video/9017d8_3629ca519f0e48b89b8c402e6904888b/1080p/mp4/file.mp4 Check out these incredible studying techniques! One of our 12th graders, Arub, created this short video to teach you more about the Feynman and Pomodoro techniques ..read more

Our 3rd-5th grade students in the gifted and talented program recently completed this incredible STEM project. The students were tasked with drawing the blueprints for tiny homes. They then had to bring those designs to life. There are clearly a few future architects and contractors in this group! Check out the entire presentation below. https://www.canva.com/design/DAF9d5FRNBQ/nondfmKLpOUrRD2RROJqPA/view?utm_content=DAF9d5FRNBQ&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=viewer ..read more

Taking the ACT (American College Test) is part of a student’s journey in high school. It is vital for students to review important concepts so they can score their best. The ACT is required for some universities and not for others; therefore, it is important to check with your top picks for universities. All students are encouraged to take their ACT. Below are some of the many good reasons to take the ACT: Some universities use the ACT for course placement. For example, if you score above an 18 on the math portion, Utah Tech University will allow you to take certain chemistry courses without ..read more

Hey UCA! A big part of being in online school is live lessons. These are live classes where the teacher teaches a concept in real-time. Since online school is created to be flexible, these live classes are also recorded for students to watch later. Recordings are always a useful resource when you can’t attend a class, but when you can, joining a live lesson is the best option. Here is a list of reasons why attending a live lesson is beneficial! 1. Ask Questions and Get Help in Real Time One positive of attending live lessons is that you can directly interact and communicate with your teacher a ..read more

What are Sketch Notes? Sketch notes are a form of visual note-taking that involves integrating sketches, diagrams, symbols, and text. Unlike conventional note-taking, sketch notes engage both hemispheres of the brain, encouraging creativity and making learning a more dynamic and enjoyable experience. Benefits of Sketch Notes in K-12 Education: Enhances Memory Retention: The act of drawing and doodling while taking notes can significantly boost memory retention. Students are more likely to remember information presented in a visual format than through traditional text-based notes. Fosters Cre ..read more

https://video.wixstatic.com/video/9017d8_5f5776a6906b46188bcdc666989e44a7/480p/mp4/file.mp4 Dedicated staff, Administrators, faculty, and my fellow class of 2023 graduates, congratulations! We have all made it through yet another year of education, teaching, and learning. Staff and faculty, on behalf of your students, we thank you for your effort in shaping our education and future selves. Without your dedication and hard work, it is unlikely that many of us would be here today. Thank you for everything you did for each of us, as well as those to come. Fellow graduates, I am sure that it was n ..read more

One thing many of us online students struggle with is separating work and life. When we have access to school all the time, I know that it can be hard to push the pause button. I find that this happens to me most often when I am behind in lessons or need to work more. It is good to want to accomplish our goals and our assignments, but we can’t let this take over our lives. On the other side, sometimes, when we are doing school from home, we may feel a lack of motivation to complete assignments. Since we have access to school all the time, it is easy to procrastinate. Whatever you struggle wit ..read more