This year another dream for the UT Elementary School has come true! Our students can now run relays and play soccer on a wide, grassy field—all thanks to donors and friends like you. We are also excited the staff parking lot is now complete. A safe and secure parking… read more
Tribute to Professor Bryan Bryant and George Mitchell
Soon after the start of the school year, we lost two of our biggest supporters—Dr. Brian Bryant and “Grandpa” George Mitchell. Bryant passed away August 24 in Austin and Mitchell on September 14 in Gainesville, Florida. Both men were frequent visitors to UT Elementary School and contributed much to the… read more
College of Education Dean Charles Martinez Visits UT Elementary
Little Longhorns gave a warm welcome to Charles Martinez, Jr., the new Dean for the UT College of Education when he visited the school on Thursday, Sept. 12. Joined by Associate Deans Sherry Field and Beth Maloch, Martinez also visited educators and students atTexas NeuroRehab Center, one of our charter… read more
Little Longhorns Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ 115th Birthday
In honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday, Little Longhorns and friends of UT Elementary School revisited some of his greatest classics—from “Horton Hears a Who!” to “Green Eggs and Ham” to “The Cat in the Hat”—at the annual Dr. Seuss Day event on Monday, March 4. Keeping with tradition, students met… read more
Future Scientists at Work!
UT Elementary School students are among the estimated 10 million K-12 students who participate in science fairs each year, and judging by this year’s project’s, the focus on STEAM at UTES is paying off. Projects drew on a variety of disciplines–physics, chemistry, computer science and biology; while topics bordered on… read more
Supporting Future Thought Leaders
Jim and Sheri Quick discovered UT Elementary School in an Alcalde story highlighting the school’s diverse campus community and unique teaching model. Interested in learning more about the research-based demonstration school, they made the trip from Arlington to East Austin to tour the campus. “I like that it’s a very… read more
Students Showcase Their Talents
The UT Elementary campus was abuzz with excitement as students showed off their musical talents—and the many lessons they’ve learned throughout the school year—during the school’s inaugural Special Showcase event held on Thursday, Dec. 13. The event began with performances by several musical ensembles. Guests were treated to songs by… read more
Bestselling Authors Read and Sign Books at Reading Rock Stars Event
Diversity, inclusiveness and American history were the big themes of UT Elementary’s annual Reading Rock Stars event held last Friday, Oct. 26. The much-anticipated literary event, held on the eve of the annual Texas Book Festival, featured three popular children’s book authors: Nathan Hale, Vanessa Bradley Newton and Xavier Garza. Graphic novelist… read more
Getting the School Year Started Right: Back to School Night!
UT Elementary School Principal Nicole Whetstone, Assistant Principal Melissa Garcia and faculty welcomed parents and students to Back to School Night on August 30. Teachers provided information about expectations for the school year and had a chance to officially meet parents. A number of great community organizations and supporters took part… read more
UT Elementary School Gets New Look
Teachers and students began the school year in updated, bright classrooms at The University of Texas Elementary School. During the summer, new classrooms were added and all existing classrooms were renovated, including updates to the floors, interior and exterior paint, new decking and modernized classroom technology. Currently the courtyard is… read more
