Academic Advantage
High School Diploma and A.S. Degree at Graduation
At TCA, students benefit from a fully integrated dual-enrollment program at no cost to the family. Upon graduation, students leave with both a high school diploma and an A.S. degree in a chosen field of study with zero debt.
Robust A.S. Degree Pathways
TCA offers multiple STEM-focused Associate of Science degree options, including Cybersecurity, Computer Programming & Web Development, Engineering Technology, Animation and Game Art, Applied Artificial Intelligence, and more.
Accelerated Academic Rigor and STEM Excellence
With a curriculum built on college-level coursework, TCA maintains rigorous academic standards. Instruction leverages project-based learning and place-based education where students learn by doing, solving real-world problems, and engaging in meaningful, hands-on projects.
Faculty
Our teachers are dedicated instructional leaders who prioritize the holistic development and well-being of each student. Their lesson planning goes beyond basic knowledge, actively engaging students in:
- Applying concepts
- Analyzing new information
- Evaluating its accuracy
- Synthesizing insights across different subjects
This interdisciplinary, student-centered approach fosters continuous collaboration and drives ongoing innovation in teaching methods, ensuring learning remains dynamic and impactful.
Academic Schedule
We are on a 4x4 80-minute block schedule where students complete four core classes daily. Each course is paced over a semester schedule instead of a full year to align with the college pacing. Electives are chosen according to the students’ identified A.S. pathway once they begin dual enrollment classes. Students on track should be able to be fully dual-enrolled by the start of the 10th-grade year.