Election Day (students do NOT attend)
Students do not attend school today. Staff will report for Professional Development.
Follow A Day Schedule!
Students will follow their A Day schedule today instead of their B Day schedule. Thank you!
Green's Haunted Harvest
Join us for a scary good time!
The Green Garden will be hosting our first Haunted Harvest on the corner of Amsterdam and 84th this Halloween. Stop by for festivities including face painting, a costume contest, a spooky scavenger hunt, candied apples, and more!
Spirit Week: Thrilling Thursday!
The last day of Spirit Week ends with a scare!
Come dressed to impress, and maybe terrify, some of your peers in a costume competition. Voting for scariest and most creative costumes will take place during lunch, with a winner announced at the end of the day. We look forward to seeing how creative and fun your costumes are!
Spirit Week: Pink Out Wednesday!
In support of Breast Cancer Awareness month, participants will wear pink clothing to show solidarity and raise awareness for breast cancer research and education.
Spirit Week: Dress Like an Elder Day!
Join us in dressing up as elderly characters or in styles reminiscent of older generations, honoring the wisdoms, customs, and experiences of those who came before us.
Spirit Week: Pajama Day!
Get ready to cozy up and celebrate Pajama Day! Wear your favorite PJs to school and enjoy a fun-filled day of relaxation and school spirit. Join us in showing off your most creative sleepwear—remember, if you snooze, you lose…out on all of the fun!
Fall Garden Market Series
Join us in our school’s Learning Garden to participate in our Fall Garden Market Series, running every Thursday from 3:30 - 6:00 PM! Our students are launching their Fall Garden Program this year, and look forward to welcoming you in to share in their learning and joy in this very special space. Please check out postings on the corner of 84th and Amsterdam for upcoming events.
Tie-Dye for Breast Cancer Awareness!
Join Student Council as we get ready for our Making Strides Against Break Cancer Walk by creating pink tie-dye t-shirts and socks!
We will have dye materials ready in Room 226 after school. Bring a friend and support a good cause!
Citywide Behavioral Expectations Family Workshop
AP Tatiana Manrique and Parent Coordinator Dana Bailey will review the Citywide Behavioral Expectations with families and answer any questions.
Fall Garden Market Series
Join us in our school’s Learning Garden to participate in our Fall Garden Market Series, running every Thursday from 3:30 - 6:00 PM! Our students are launching their Fall Garden Program this year, and look forward to welcoming you in to share in their learning and joy in this very special space. Please check out postings on the corner of 84th and Amsterdam for upcoming events.
Rosh Hashanah (No School)
NYC Public schools will be closed on October 3rd and 4th for Rosh Hashanah.
Parent Association Elections!
Parents and Guardians - we need you! Join us and create connections by electing the representatives who will work to ensure that you are informed of important school and community resources, events, and opportunities that benefit your child!
Curriculum Night
We look forward to connecting with families at this year’s Curriculum Night, taking place on September 26th, from 5-7 PM.
Please contact Parent Coordinator Dana Bailey at 929-692-0286 or DBailey25@schools.nyc.gov if you have any questions!
Youth Garden Market
We are opening our Learning Garden on September 26th and will be welcoming community members in throughout the Fall to participate in our Fall Garden Program. Please stop by to learn about what is happening within the garden, our school, and our larger local and global community!
Field Trips!
Upcoming trips at UAGC:
1. UAGC students enrolled in our dance program will have an opportunity to see the Flamenco Dance Company at New York City Center!
2. 9th and 10th graders will have an opportunity to tour CUNY City Technical College and participate in post-secondary workshops
Mid-Winter Dance Show
UAGC celebrates Black History Month with student created work and performances!
Hadestown
UAGC students with strong attendance for the month of February will be able to apply for an opportunity to attend Hadestown! Student interested in and currently reading mythology -be sure to apply!
Wicked
25 UAGC students will participate in this Broadway Bridges opportunity and see Wicked for free with 3 chaperones!
Mid Winter Break
UAGC students will not be in attendance the week of February 19 - 23rd! We wish all of our community members a restful and restorative break!
Senior Picture Day
UAGC seniors will take their portraits for yearbook and to celebrate their achievements this year!
UAGC Career Fair
UAGC Students: Get ready for some exciting opportunities at our upcoming career fair! You will engage with representatives from various career fields, uncover potential post-secondary pathways, and have interactions that can both inspire and shape your future. It’s an event you won’t want to miss!
Winter Recess
UAGC is closed from December 25th - January 1st. Wishing everyone a very happy New Year!
See you in 2024!
Friday Breakfast!
We’re putting the break in breakfast with a celebratory gathering of students and staff this AM from 7:45 - 8:15. Join us before we go into the break!
UAGC Dance Show
Join us for our holiday dance show! Students will showcase dances learned in class and in collaboration with our partners.
Columbia University Visit
9th and 10th grade students will be visiting our partners at Columbia’s Double Discovery Center. The DDC supports students in early college exploration and planning so that they can begin working towards their post-secondary goals!
Friday Breakfast!
UAGC Students - join us for breakfast!
Student Chefs create weekly menus for breakfast that they plan, cook, and serve on Fridays from 7:45 - 8:15 AM. Come eat with us!