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CAST Student Spotlight: Jacob Nesbitt

Meet Jacob. A Canadian-American, Jacob was raised in the heart of Mexico for the first fourteen years of his life. I met Jacob during our CAST Senior Hiring Fair, and I had the pleasure of speaking with Jacob earlier this week. This is how CAST has impacted his life; this is Jacob’s Story:   “Growing… Continue reading CAST Student Spotlight: Jacob Nesbitt

CAST Schools Hosts 4th Annual Youth Rally

On Friday, April 5, students from across the CAST Network met at the DoSeum for Cast Schools’ 4th annual Youth Rally! This event was entirely produced by the CAST Schools Student Advisory, a group of 30 students who have worked for months to design and create a day-long rally filled with workshops and experiences to… Continue reading CAST Schools Hosts 4th Annual Youth Rally

How Does Authentic Learning Play a Role in CAST Schools?

On March 26, we invited local educators to visit three classrooms at CAST Lead High School in East Central ISD to observe Blended Learning in action.   At CAST, our students should experience Blended Learning, along with project–based learning and career-connected learning, as part of our commitment to Authentic Learning, one of our 4 Pillars.… Continue reading How Does Authentic Learning Play a Role in CAST Schools?

CAST STEM Hosts Grand Opening Ceremony at Palo Alto College

Southwest ISD (SWISD) and CAST Schools recently joined forces to celebrate the grand opening of CAST STEM High School at Palo Alto College with a joyous ribbon cutting and community celebration. CAST STEM, catering to approximately 200 9th through 12th-grade students, places a strong emphasis on preparing the next generation for high-demand, high-wage jobs in… Continue reading CAST STEM Hosts Grand Opening Ceremony at Palo Alto College

Meet Mr. Neri, CAST Med’s Teacher of the Year

If you have ever visited CAST Med High School, chances are you may have run into Mr. Neri or heard him teaching his class. His interactive teaching style and belief in his students are two of the big reasons he was named CAST Med’s Teacher of the Year this year. Neri is a San Antonio… Continue reading Meet Mr. Neri, CAST Med’s Teacher of the Year

What Do Professional Relationships Look Like for CAST Students?

This week, we are focusing on the CAST Pillar of relationships, which honestly, is at the center of everything we do.   I want to tell two personal stories tied to two events we had this week, that hopefully show how we approach relationships with our partners, and with young people, in a way that… Continue reading What Do Professional Relationships Look Like for CAST Students?

Connecting Students with Supportive Adults

At CAST, it’s important that we provide our students with ample opportunities to make meaningful connections that lead past the classroom. Industry and other community leaders are equal stakeholders in our schools’ design and governance; they collaborate and work alongside students and co-create everything from project and school curriculum and schedule.   We define relationships… Continue reading Connecting Students with Supportive Adults

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

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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.