What is Construction Tech Academy?
Construction Tech Academy is a small school-within-a-school located at Kearny High Educational Complex. It opened in September 2002 with its first class of 120 ninth graders. Conceived by a group of business, industry, labor, and community members, Construction Tech Academy is designed to immerse students in a rigorous learning environment that captures student interest in engineering, architecture, and construction related careers.
CTA offers a complete program of academics and project-based learning activities preparing students for any college, apprenticeship program, or a career.
Unique Environment:
The Academy features state-of-the-art equipment and technology and is housed in remodeled facilities as a part of the Kearny High Educational Complex.
At CTA you will:
- Experience hands-on course work
- Learn in the context of Architecture, Engineering and the Construction trades
- Be part of a nurturing environment where teachers know all students well
- Be involved in problem solving activities that result in real world products
- Earn college credit while in high school