Message from the President
We are thrilled to share the 2025-2026 School Profile At ASCTE, we don’t just educate students we empower them to build the future Our programs, developed with academic leaders, top universities, and industry experts, are designed to spark innovation, creativity, and real-world problemsolving
Over the past five years, our students have achieved remarkable milestones: advancing cyber technology, launching Alabama’s first AI curriculum, and collaborating with education and industry leaders to drive meaningful change. Every accomplishment reflects the talent, passion, and vision that define ASCTE.
Learning by doing is at our core. Our students don’t just imagine the future—they design it, build it, and lead it. The Sentinel-Standard ensures our programs meet the diverse needs of students, align with industry trends, and exceed the expectations of colleges and universities
At ASCTE, we are redefining what’s possible in education preparing the next generation of innovators, creators, and global leaders
Vision
Driven by student success and built on strong collaboration with government, industry, and higher education, ASCTE envisions becoming a global model for cyber and engineering education
Mission
To ensure all students achieve high levels of learning to be successful in implementing cyber protections into the engineering lifecycle.
Core Values
Honor
Kindness
Tenacity
Integrity
Joy
— Matt Massey, ASCTE President
Fast Facts
1st
High School in the US focused on the integration of cyber into engineering
84+
Alabama cities and towns represented in ‘25-‘26 student body
100%
Core Faculty hold advanced degrees
100% students enrolled in Advanced Placement
82+
Industry partnerships ranging from small businesses to global organizations
402
Total Enrollment
Demographics
What is ASCTE
The Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering (ASCTE) is the nation’s only high school dedicated to the integration of cyber technology and engineering across all academic disciplines. Established to meet the growing demand for a highly skilled and cyber-literate workforce, ASCTE serves as a national model for STEM education and workforce development. As a public, residential magnet school, ASCTE welcomes students from every region of Alabama, providing them with a world-class education at no cost to Alabama residents.
At ASCTE, students learn in an environment that blends rigorous academics with real-world application. The curriculum is designed to weave cybersecurity principles and engineering practices into core subjects, ensuring students understand how technology impacts every aspect of life. Beyond the classroom, students engage in hands-on research, internships, and collaborative projects with industry and government partners, gaining the experience needed to thrive in today’s innovation-driven economy.
The ASCTE faculty includes accomplished educators, engineers, and cybersecurity professionals who bring real-world expertise and mentorship into the classroom. Together, they equip students with the technical skills, critical thinking abilities, and leadership qualities necessary to solve complex challenges and shape the future of technology and engineering.
About The ASCTE Foundation
The ASCTE Foundation fosters and facilitates a strong ecosystem among federal, state, and local industry partners to ensure the longevity and sustainability of the Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering (ASCTE). Through its mission, the Foundation empowers the next generation of cyber, technology, and engineering professionals by supporting innovative programs, partnerships, and educational opportunities.
ASCTE partners with leading companies, government agencies, and educational institutions to provide students with hands-on experiences and meaningful career pathways. Our collaborations include industry leaders such as RTX, Redstone Federal Credit Union, and SAIC, as well as federal agencies like the NSA, FBI, and NASA. A cornerstone of this experience is ASCTE’s year-long internship program, which places students in cyber and engineering roles with prominent state, national, and international organizations. During the academic year, students work up to 20 hours per week alongside industry experts, solving real-world challenges and developing cutting-edge applications in areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and engineering design.
Through these partnerships and initiatives, the ASCTE Foundation advances its vision to be a trusted, wellstructured nonprofit that drives awareness, advocacy, and funding to create educational opportunities, preparing students to lead and innovate in the ever-evolving cyber, technology, and engineering workforce.
Research Center
The ASCTE Research Center will feature four state-of-the-art laboratories designed to advance hands-on STEM education and innovation. The Alabama Cyber Range will provide a secure environment for cybersecurity training, live simulations, and red/blue team exercises, preparing students for real-world cyber defense challenges. The Digital Engineering Environment will serve as a digital twin lab where students apply model-based systems engineering to design, simulate, and test complex systems used in aerospace, defense, and manufacturing.
The A.I. Innovation Lab will offer opportunities for students to explore artificial intelligence and machine learning through model development, data analysis, and collaborative industry projects. Finally, the Systems Integration Center will unite cyber, engineering, and emerging technologies, allowing students to prototype, test, and optimize integrated systems in a real-world context. Together, these labs will position ASCTE as a national leader in applied STEM education—bridging classroom learning with industry-driven research and innovation.
Sentinel Center
The Sentinel Center is quickly taking shape, and we’re eager to unveil this stunning new facility to our community. With a gym, band room, and theater, it will provide students with expanded opportunities to learn, perform, and grow. Designed to enrich student life, the Sentinel Center will stand as a dynamic hub for school spirit, creativity, and achievement.
Girls Dorm
ASCTE Foundation is proud to announce the launch of a new Girls' Dormitory, a vital step forward in expanding our capacity, fostering national innovation, and empowering the next generation of female STEM leaders. Designed to house 64 students, this state-of-the-art facility will provide a supportive and inspiring environment where young women can live, learn, and collaborate. Together, we’re building a community that empowers girls to dream boldly and lead confidently in the world of STEM.
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Graduation Requirements
30 credits to include:
English- 4.0
Mathematics- 4.0
Science- 4.0
Social Studies- 4.0
Cyber/Computer Science- 4.0
Engineering- 4.0
Ethics- 2.0
Wellness- 2.0
Internship- 1.0
Capstone- 1.0
2023-2025
College Acceptance and Matriculation
2025-2026 AP Courses
AP Biology
*AP Calculus AB & BC
AP Chemistry
AP Computer Science A
*AP Computer Science Principles
*AP English Language & Composition
AP English Literature & Composition
AP Environmental Science
AP Statistics
AP Physics C- Mechanics
AP Psychology
AP US History
Due to the rigorous nature of the ASCTE courses, schedule design, and graduation requirements, students are limited to elective selections each year. Students have space for up to two elective courses per term, and AP courses are year-long courses
*Designates as embedded in required core courses*
BOOST Program
BOOST (Build, Optimize, Organize, Strengthen, Thrive) is an additional period to provide students with flexible time to focus on personal growth, academic support, and enrichment activities.
BOOST operates separately from the WIN program and allows students to manage their time effectively based on their needs. BOOST is designed to empower students to take charge of their learning, well-being, and extracurricular involvement in a way that best supports their success at ASCTE.
AI Curriculum
The coming year will bring a major update to technology education in Alabama. ASCTE is partnering with the Alabama State Department of Education to develop and launch the state's first-ever AI curriculum for public schools
AlignedwiththeAlabamaInformationTechnologyCourseofStudy,thisprogramwillequip educatorswithcomprehensiveresourcesandprofessionaldevelopment.Thecurriculumwill coverAIfundamentals,programming,datascience,andethics,preparingstudentsforan evolvingjobmarket.Teachertrainingissettobegininthesummerof2026,withthenew coursesrollingoutinclassroomsforthe2026–2027schoolyear.Weareexcitedtoprovide statewidesupport,helpingdistrictsintroducestudentstonewcareerpathwaysinIT.
Student Life & Support Services
On-Campus Housing
At ASCTE, your residential experience is more than just a place to stay—it’s a community where you’ll grow, learn, and create unforgettable memories. Double Room: Two students share a private bathroom. Suite-Style Room: Four students share two bedrooms and a bathroom with dual vanities. Each room includes a twin XL bed, desk, and wardrobe.
Innovation Hubs
ASCTE Innovation Hubs provide students and teachers with dedicated spaces to collaborate, create, and explore ideas beyond the classroom. Designed for oneon-one mentoring, group brainstorming, and hands-on project development, these quiet, tech-equipped hubs foster innovation and deeper learning. Whether refining a research idea or building something new, the hubs empower Sentinels to turn curiosity into creativity.
Student Services
The Student Services Department supports students’ academic, social, emotional, and physical needs, including support plans, parking privileges, good standing monitoring, student activities and clubs, honor societies, PowerSchool registration, and attendance records.
Health Services
At ASCTE, the health and wellbeing of our campus community is a top priority. Our on-campus clinic supports residential students, day students, faculty and staff with nurses available Monday–Friday, 7 AM–7 PM, and contract nurses on weekends.
Alumni Success Stories
Ouralumniareproofofwhat’spossiblewhenpassionmeets opportunity.Fromtechnologytoengineeringandbeyond,our graduatesareturningdreamsintoimpact.Theirstoriesinspire currentstudentstoimaginebigger,workharder,andleadwith innovationineverystepoftheirjourney.
ASCTEwassomuchmorethan atypicalhighschool.The hands-onlearningandlife lessonsIgainedtherehelped medefinemycareerambitions andtrulypreparedmeto excel.”
Javen
Bies-Dupree Class of 2023 Alumni
“
ASCTEgavemeastrong foundationforcollegeby introducingmetoengineering conceptsearlyon,allowingme toapplythatknowledgeto real-worldchallengesin college.”
Faith Warner Class of 2024 Alumni
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ASCTEpreparedmefor college,especiallyforschool clubs,bygivingmemany technicalskills,suchasbeing abletouseCAD.Formany studentshere[Columbia University],it’stheirfirsttime usingCAD,andIfeelthat learningthatinhighschoolhas givenmeaheadstart.”
Eugene Park Class of 2025 Alumni
