The Engineering Academy at Palmdale High School is a 4 year program aimed at helping students discover and grow their passion for hands on learning and careers in the Engineering field. We welcome students of all grades and skill levels to join our progam.
Level 1: Introduction to Engineering Design Honors (9th grade)
Level 2: Principles of Engineering Honors (10th grade, but open to new 11th and 12th graders)
Level 3: Computer Integrated Manufacturing Honors (11th grade, but open to new 12th graders)
Level 4: Engineering Design Development Honors (12th grade)
Optional Program academy students can join
Nationwide competition students can compete in
Some of what you'll build/program in your academy classes
Students apply online using the links provided and are enrolled for the year. These applications are a one year commitment and students are able to opt out of the program at the end of the year after talking with their coordinators and/or counselor.
Along with our 4 honors Engineering classes, students have the option to apply for additional courses available only to our students.
Solar Car
After school program and competition where students build and race a solar powered car and compete against other schools nation wide
Drone
After school program and competition where students build and race drones and compete with students worldwide
Internships with out local engineering partners
Lockheed
Northrop
Will Curzi- Coordinator
wcurzi@avhsd.org
Cody Grieve- Coordinator
cgrieve@avhsd.org
Michelle Hinojosa- Counselor
mhinojosa@avhsd.org