our commitment to excellence
Real-world readiness:
Unlike traditional high school models focused solely on college prep, AIA ensures students graduate with tangible, marketable skills and credentials.
Industry-aligned curriculum:
Course offerings are informed by regional labor demands – ensuring relevance and employability.
accessible to all students:
As a public charter school network, AIA does not charge tuition – offering equitable opportunity.
Strong community & employer partnerships:
We work hand-in-hand with local businesses, trade organizations, and workforce stakeholders to create employment pathways.
flexible post-graduation options:
Graduates may enter the workforce, enroll in college, begin apprenticeships, or pursue entrepreneurial ventures – with minimal delay and minimal debt.
Our mission:
AIA prepares every student for college, career, and life by delivering a rigorous, industry-aligned education that integrates academic excellence with hands-on vocational training, dual enrollment opportunities, and real-world workforce experiences.
Our vision:
AIA will become the premier College & Career Academy charter high school network in South Carolina — and ultimately the Southeast — by redefining what it means to be workforce-ready upon graduation.
Woodruff, SC
2027-2028
Myrtle Beach, SC
2028-2029
Beaufort, SC
2028-2029
York County, SC
2029-2030
Lexington, SC
2029-2030
our schools
Whether you are a prospective student, educator, employer, community leader, or supporter – AIA offers a powerful opportunity to engage. Together, we can build a skilled, job-ready workforce for the economy of tomorrow, while providing life-changing opportunities for young people.
