USchool Robotics Teams Prepare for World Championships
The NSU University School Upper and Middle School robotics teams won the state championship and are now preparing for the world championships. This marks the third consecutive state championship victory, elevating the program to Dynasty level—the highest achievement a robotics program can attain. Five University School robotics teams will be participating in world championships for the 11th consecutive time.
Learn more about NSU University School’s college preparatory program for students in preschool through 12th grade at www.uschool.nova.edu.
Posted 03/17/24
Two Lower School teachers recently attended a weeklong institute at Teachers College Columbia University in New York City. They participated in professional development workshops focused on supporting small group work in reading and writing. Additionally, members of our administrative team presented at the FCIS convention, emphasizing the identification of core competencies to drive experiential learning.
First grade partnered with Upper School students to make holiday cards with messages of gratitude for our local heroes. The cards were delivered to firefighters, police officers, health care workers, and Publix employees.
Students from our Upper School Medical Fellowship program recently took part in a lab at the NSU Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine, where they gained hands-on experience in suturing techniques using pig’s feet.
The NSU University School Junior Achievement student-run company, ProFin Technologies, achieved great success at the Junior Achievement Nationals in Washington D.C. They secured a place among the top 10 National Finalists, and also received the first place award for ICE (Intercontinental Exchange) Best Financial Performance. The team recently presented their charitable giving, from net sales of more than $25,000, to their corporate partner, United Way of Broward County.