The Academy of Technology & Design, established in 2018, is one of the two upper academies here at Waimea High School. In our academy, the students work closely with their teachers as they complete their pathway coursework. At Waimea High School, the Academy of Technology & Design is more than academics and practical opportunities. Through years of instruction, encouragement and working together, students develop strong bonds with their teachers which provides them with the encouragement and support needed to reach their goals and achieve academic success.
As an academy, our collaborative pursuit of excellence makes us better scholars, citizens of our community, and creates an enduring and transformative personal experience. The Academy of Technology & Design is academically rigorous and it provides students with the real-life practice they need to make a lasting impact on society. Both academy teachers and community members promote student learning through traditional coursework, and provide opportunities to apply student knowledge in work-based learning experiences. Our academy prepares students for careers in technology and design fields while also preparing them with the skills necessary to succeed in any industry.
At Waimea High School, the Academy of Technology & Design is about learning to think differently. To think critically. To think creatively. It is about preparing our students to be able to use their knowledge, skills and giftings to accomplish their personal and academic goals and make a lasting positive impact on our community.