How can families stay connected and get involved at Uphaus?
💬 Click our Linktree to explore all the ways families can get involved and support our community.
🔗 https://linktr.ee/UphausECC
¡Mantente conectado con Uphaus!
💬 Haz clic en nuestro Linktree para descubrir todas las formas en que las familias pueden involucrarse y apoyar a nuestra comunidad.
🔗 https://linktr.ee/UphausECC
🎯 What is the mission of Uphaus Early Childhood Center?
🌍 We are a diverse school community that provides high-quality education for the whole child — academically, socially, and emotionally.
🌟 What is the vision for Uphaus ECC?
📘 To create an early childhood model school that is committed to developing life-long learners and joyful explorers.
🌱 Our Bright Beginnings
Who was Anita Uphaus and why is the center named after her?
🏫 The center is named after Anita Uphaus, who dedicated over 30 years to early childhood education at Austin ISD.
👩🏫 She served as a kindergarten teacher, early childhood administrator, and supervisor of Early Childhood Programs from 1981 to 2006.
🧠 Her passion for learning helped shape the district’s Pre-K and Kindergarten programs that continue to grow today.
Anita Uphaus, a longtime Austin educator known for her leadership in early childhood learning. She championed hands‑on, child‑centered instruction and helped shape AISD’s early childhood programs.
How does the school's design reflect early childhood learning?
🎨 Uphaus’ love of learning is woven into every detail of the school’s design:
🔠 A U-shaped building with
🖍️ Crayon-shaped pillars,
🌈 Bright, colorful hallways,
📚 A library with a giant tree entrance that invites young readers into a world of imagination.
What facilities and learning spaces does Uphaus ECC offer?
🏘️ Our campus includes:
🖼️ 24 engaging classrooms
🎵 A dedicated music room
🎨 A creative art room
👨👩👧 A Parent Resource Room
🪟 Child-height windows and large alphabet letters on the building’s exterior bring joy to every visit.
How does Uphaus ECC incorporate sustainability into its campus design?
🌿 Sustainability is key:
♻️ Built using recyclable and local materials
🌞 Natural light streams through skylights
🌡️ Smart design helps maintain a comfortable temperature inside every classroom.
Why do families choose Uphaus ECC?
Families choose Uphaus for its nurturing staff, play‑based learning environment, and strong focus on social‑emotional development that supports young children as they grow and learn.
⏰ Daily Schedule
How can families find their child's daily classroom schedule?
🧑🏫 Please contact your child’s teacher directly for the most up-to-date daily classroom schedule.