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The mission of Advanced Technologies Academy is to keep pace with innovation to prepare and empower students for careers in high-tech roles.
To compliment the adjacent academic programs of Handley High School, the Innovation Center is infused with flexible, technologically advanced spaces that support discovery and experimentation. Spaces that support architectural design, engineering, cybersecurity, computer networking, and systems technology are custom-designed for hands-on learning and co-located to promote visibility and collaboration.
The Architectural / Engineering Drafting Lab supports a vibrant program of design and fabrication. Shared 3D printers and plotters located on the adjacent mezzanine make fabrications visible to all students, and there is an adjacent Computer Tech Lab on display through the original stage opening.
Professional Skills
The Professional Skills Academy addresses the skills gap in our workforce by equipping students with technical skills and training in state-of-the-art lab spaces that support hands-on, real-world projects.
Maker Foundations, Welding, and Carpentry Labs include equipment and tools to support hands-on training of materials assembly and construction techniques. Adjacent shared classrooms are utilized for lessons on safety, compliance, and technical content.
In addition, flexible lab spaces are equipped for instruction on Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical trades and support evening classes in partnership with the local community college.
