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UTES Library News

The Kira Dell Library and librarian Ms. Evans are at the heart of UT Elementary School (UTES).  Our library allows our children’s minds to explore new worlds and cultures and Ms. Evans is the guide who opens the kids to exploration and teaches them to use libraries to access information.… read more 

Field of Dreams Completed Thanks to YOU!

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 R. 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… read more 

Pre-K Applications are now available. Last day to apply is May 24, 2019

We are ready to begin accepting Pre-K Applications for our 2019-2020 school year.   You can print out application and bring it in with all supporting documentation or you can email it to j.montoya@austin.utexas.edu.  Applications missing any documentation will not be accepted.  If you have any questions please call or… 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 

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 

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