University High School of Science and Engineering

University High School of Science and Engineering was founded in response to a growing concern in the United States that an insufficient number of students are prepared in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics for the United States to remain a leader in scientific innovation and compete in a global economy. UHSSE offers a rigorous curriculum in science and engineering with advanced level science and math courses including the nationally recognized Project Lead the Way engineering program, www.pltw.org. The theme is extended to extra- curricular activities with the spirited robotics team. UHSSE also features an early-college partnership with the University of Hartford through which qualifying students may take up to 12 credits per semester at no cost while still enrolled at UHSSE.

What does UHSSE Have to Offer?

• Early college model bridging to college by infusing college experiences into the high school education
• Advanced placement and early college experience courses available
• Opportunity for qualified students to earn college credits through partnerships with University of Hartford, University of Connecticut, Capital Community College and the University of New Haven through our nationally recognized Project Lead the Way Engineering courses
• Qualified students can take University of Hartford courses on campus
• Curriculum focuses on mathematics, science, technology, and engineering, with physics, engineering and two math courses required during freshman year
• College/ Career Program provides access to mentorships with local science and engineering firms to qualified students
• Small school size (400 students) fosters a strong sense of community
• Many faculty are second-career teachers who have worked in industry as engineers and scientists
• Capstone experience integrates skills from prior years into year-long senior project
• Athletic offerings include cross country, track, soccer, football, basketball, cheerleading, wrestling, swimming, baseball, and softball
• Extracurricular activities include US FIRST Robotics Team, intramural sports, Hiking Club, and Math through Art Club
• Hartt Community Division music and dance classes available at reduced rates
• Digital Music Composition course available through after school program
• Incoming freshmen participate in three-day summer orientation

University High School of Science and Engineering (9-12)
Carin Baseler: 860.695.9027
www.uhsse.org