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Why choose us?

At the Academy of Aerospace and Engineering (Aerospace 6-12), we prepare middle and high school students for the technological landscape and demands of college and the workplace. Our rigorous STEM-driven curriculum includes aerospace engineering, biomedicine, advanced mathematics, and computer science. Through hands-on learning, we make the curriculum meaningful, accessible, and exciting, fostering a love of learning. We empower students to take ownership of their education and think critically, preparing them to thrive in a global world.

FUTURE READINESS 
Our rigorous, high-quality curriculum fosters future-focused skills through mentoring programs with local engineers and medical companies, career symposiums with STEM companies, internship programs, and classroom instruction led by industry professionals. We also offer Advanced Placement and Early College Experience (ECE) classes. Students leave our school with numerous post-secondary options ranging from matriculation into both 2- and 4-year institutions, the military, technical training, and the workforce.

Overview

The following priorities are used in the placement process and can increase the chance of a placement if the school has available seats. To receive priority, you must apply during the on-time application period and make the school your first choice. Applicants receive priority in the order listed below.

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	<li>Direct Pathway: Academy of Aerospace and Engineering Elementary School</li>
	<li>Enrolled Sibling</li>
	<li>Placed Sibling</li>
	<li>Employee/Staff</li>
	<li>Pathway School: Academy of International Studies Elementary School; Ana Grace Academy of the Arts School (grade 5 &amp; grade 8); Discovery Academy; Glastonbury/East Hartford Magnet School; Montessori Magnet School, CREC (grade 5 &amp; grade 6); Museum Academy; Reggio Magnet School of the Arts; and University of Hartford Magnet School.</li>
</ul>

Placement Priorities

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	<li>Robust STEM labs, maker spaces, workshops, and computer labs.</li>
	<li>Top 10 High Schools for the largest percentage of students (34%) taking UConn courses through UConn ECE for the 2022-23 academic year.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Ranked 5th in the state for FAFSA completion.</li>
	<li>11th grade student competed in the International Science Fair in 2023.</li>
	<li>Received recognition from The College Board&rsquo;s AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award.</li>
	<li>Student co-authored research article published in The Journal of Student Research.</li>
</ul>

Special Features

Students interested in science, math and technology will thrive in this setting! The STEM theme prepares students for college and careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and fosters inquiring minds, logical reasoning, and great collaboration.

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

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