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Industry-Based Certifications at CAST Schools

Here’s a list of industry-based certifications available across CAST Schools. From Adobe/Microsoft to even CPR certifications, CAST provides ample opportunities for students to be better prepared for their future careers outside of high school.  School Certification Name Advanced Learning Academy CPR Certification Advanced Learning Academy First Aid Certification Advanced Learning Academy Adobe Certified Associate Photoshop… Continue reading Industry-Based Certifications at CAST Schools

How CAST Aims to Grow Our Local Workforce

At CAST, one of our four pillars we use as the foundation of our education is authentic learning. This means that the education is student-led, tailored to specific goals and interests, and connected to real-world needs that deepen their understanding and skills and helps them to see how what they’re doing makes a real impact… Continue reading How CAST Aims to Grow Our Local Workforce

Building Bridges for Our Students through Apprenticeships

We tried something new at CAST Tech recently. That’s not new – we see ourselves as a place for experimentation within the public schools, and when something works, we share with anyone who will listen.   For the past few years, we’ve been working with the City’s Ready to Work team, particularly Mike Ramsay and… Continue reading Building Bridges for Our Students through Apprenticeships

CAST Imagine Redefines the Middle School Experience

San Antonio ISD and CAST Schools launch CAST Imagine Middle School   March 6, 2024 – San Antonio ISD, in partnership with CAST Schools, announced the launch of CAST Imagine Middle School at a community celebration at CAST Med High School March 6. Opening its doors in August 2024, CAST Imagine will be co-located at… Continue reading CAST Imagine Redefines the Middle School Experience

CAST Tech’s CAST Ink Recognized at Speak Up Speak Out State Civics Fair

A little over a month ago, you may remember our story about CAST Ink, CAST Tech‘s new, student-led newspaper. The organization was created for this year’s PBL, as they looked to leave their legacy through their stories. Newspaper organizations had been pitched to CAST Tech administrators before, but several roadblocks usually prevented things from moving… Continue reading CAST Tech’s CAST Ink Recognized at Speak Up Speak Out State Civics Fair

ALA Wonder Workshop PBL: A Loose Parts Showcase

On Tuesday, K-3 students of the Advanced Learning Academy were able to showcase their Wonder Workshop PBL, with this semester focusing on “A Loose Parts Showcase”. Loose parts play utilizes everyday materials and objects you already have in your classroom like beads, pipe cleaners, and wooden blocks. The ALA draws inspiration from Antoinette Portis’ book… Continue reading ALA Wonder Workshop PBL: A Loose Parts Showcase

Thank You to This Year’s Hiring Fair Employers!

Every year, CAST Schools hosts a Senior Hiring Fair in order to provide internship/career opportunities to seniors across the CAST network. The hiring fair allows CAST seniors to network with industry potential and make connections that will lead beyond the classroom. Ahead of this year’s Senior Hiring Fair, CAST Schools would like to thank the… Continue reading Thank You to This Year’s Hiring Fair Employers!

CAST Med Spends the Week at the H. E. Butt Foundation Camp

From Wednesday through Friday, CAST Med High School was able to take a break from their usual workload inside the classroom and spend some time outdoors thanks to the H. E. Butt Foundation Camp. CAST Med makes this trip with its student body annually, and the students look forward to the hiking, kayaking, and volleyball… Continue reading CAST Med Spends the Week at the H. E. Butt Foundation Camp

CAST Schools Announced as one of the Winners of Round Three of the Catalyze Challenge

February 29, 2024 — Catalyze today announced the winners of round three of the Catalyze Challenge. In total, 15 organizations will receive $3.3 million to pilot innovative career-connected learning initiatives. These grants focus on increasing learner agency and employer-learner engagement and are expected to positively impact more than 25,000 learners ages 11 to 22 through… Continue reading CAST Schools Announced as one of the Winners of Round Three of the Catalyze Challenge

If You Want to Know What is Happening in Schools, Ask the Students

At CAST, we often say a core value is: “if you want to know what is happening in schools, ask the students.”   Since inception, our many industry partners have reminded us that successful businesses always listen to their customers. We also hold a deep-seated respect for young people and the contributions they are ready… Continue reading If You Want to Know What is Happening in Schools, Ask the Students

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The Centers for Applied Science and Technology (CAST) Network is a tax-exempt organization as described in Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Service code. CAST Schools are partnership schools with a focus on STEM careers, project based learning and work-based learning. Key partners include public school districts, higher education institutions, and local employers from target industries.