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Career & Technical Education

The mission of the Utah County Academy of Sciences (UCAS) is to “provide a quality early-college education to a diverse student population emphasizing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) with the opportunity to earn both a high school diploma and an associate degree in a safe, supportive, dual-campus environment.” UCAS has an unconventional educational opportunity for high school students who are greatly motivated. We are committed to preparing students with 21st Century skills by providing high quality educational opportunities through a curriculum that emphasizes problem-solving skills needed for employment in a STEM field and essential for interpersonal relationships. UCAS works closely with Utah Valley University (UVU) allowing students who have the interests, ability, and desire to move through their formal schooling at an accelerated rate. Teachers are skilled in research-proven techniques for curriculum development and delivery. 

CTE Pathways at UCAS

  1. Computer Sciences Programming and Software Development partnered with UVU.
  2. Web Development partnered with UVU.
  3. Engineering (Mechatronics specifically) partnered with UVU
  4. Nursing pathway. Students who show a desire to follow this pathway and earn a 3.85 will be granted admission to UVU's nursing RN program.
CTE Course Catalogue
CTE Pathways
Partnered with the Utah Valley University
Events
  • 27 Nov
    Thanksgiving Break

    November 27-29

  • 06 Dec
    Winter Dance
  • 09 Dec
    UVU Finals Week

    December 9-13

  • 17 Dec
    UCAS Finals

    December 17-19

    Board Meeting
  • 18 Dec
    RMU Health and Medical Exploration Program
  • 20 Dec
    UCAS Semester Ends, Early Out
  • 23 Dec
    Winter Break

    December 23-January 3

  • 06 Jan
    UVU Classes Begin
    Teacher Professional Development
  • 07 Jan
    UCAS Classes Begin
  • 09 Jan
    Drivers Ed Mandatory Parent Mt
  • 13 Jan
    Dr. Ed class in Provo 430-630pm

    January 13-14

  • 15 Jan
    RMU Health and Medical Exploration Program
  • 16 Jan
    School Community Council