Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy

We Are CASA

CASA Main Office

Welcome to CASA

We Are CASA

CASA Main Office

Welcome to CASA

Announcements

Tidalwave Car Wash Fundraiser Sponsored by the Parent Advisory Council (PAC)

Purchase a ^$10 Tidalwave Car Wash ticket to receive a ^$30 car wash (Graphic 4X Wash). Now until November 26, 2024.

BETA Club Thanksgiving Food Drive for Yokefellow of Caldwell County

Our students will work with Yokefellow to make “Thanksgiving Food Bags” for families in Caldwell County. Please help by donating the following CANNED goods: Cranberry Sauce, Gravy, Corn Bread, Corn, Sweet Potatoes, Stuffing, Potatoes, Pasta, Soups, Pumkin, Yams, Fruit, and Bagged Rice. We will collect food from Friday, November 8 to Wednesday, November 20. Food delivery locations are Office of G Building; Top and side entrance of G Building. For more information, please email Mrs. Pennell.

Resources

Senior Information Presentation

This presentation guides seniors and parents through their upcoming decisions, providing answers to key questions and illuminating the path forward.

Hallway Announcements

These slides contain the announcements displayed in the hallway.

CASA Brochure

This is the current CASA informational brochure.

Driver's Ed Schedule

A circular logo with the text 'Chestnut Driving Academy' surrounding a stylized 'K' and the phone number 828-850-0910.

Students can now go on the FK Chestnut Driving Academy website and sign up. They are allowing enrollment in one class at a time online, then once that class has been filled, they will post the next upcoming class for registration.

2024-2025 DRIVERS EDUCATION CLASS SCHEDULE

Early College/CASA

Nov 12- Nov 25
Mar 17-Mar 28

Classes begin immediately after school until 5:30pm

South Caldwell

Sep 09-Sep 20
Nov 06-Nov 20
Jan 06-Jan 17
Feb 24-Mar 07
Apr 21-Apr 25
May 15-May 29
Jun 09-Jun 13

Classes begin immediately after school until 6pm

West Caldwell

Oct 04-Oct 19
Dec 06-Dec 21
Feb 28-Mar 15
May 09-May 24
Jun 09-Jun 13

Classes begin immediately after school until 7pm on Fridays. Saturday classes are 8am-2:30pm

Hibriten

Sep 23-Oct 04
Nov 13-Nov 25
Feb 17- Feb 28
Apr 03-Apr 16
May 09-May 23
Jun 09-Jun 13

Classes begin immediately after school until 6pm

ALL SUMMER & SPRING BREAK CLASSES ARE MON-FRI 8AM-2:30

Upcoming Events

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About Us

We are an innovative high school option for first-time freshmen in Caldwell County. Students have the opportunity to earn their high school diploma and an Associates Degree from Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute in 4 years. We offer focused, hands-on instruction with a rigorous curriculum as we prepare students for careers and college success.

Our Mission

Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy stimulates the academic and professional development of students through rigorous instruction while fostering core ethical values.

Our Vision

Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy aspires to be an exemplary school that prepares students on their chosen fields of study and equips them to be responsible citizens both locally and globally.

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The Academy of Advanced Technologies

“Where students are encouraged to become producers of content rather than just consumers of content.”

This academy prepares students for entry-level jobs in the digital design and multimedia industry. Students “learn by doing” to develop skills in communication, critical thinking, and problem solving.

Students have the opportunity to earn the following:

Digital Media & Mobile Application Development (Associate in Applied Science Degree)
Digital Media (Certificate)
Mobile Application Development (Certificate)

In Digital Media, students learn graphic design, animation, audio production, video production, and web design. In Mobile Application Development, students learn Apple’s Swift programming language and Xcode software to develop apps for the iPad and the iPhone. Students use current and emerging standards and technologies such as Apple computers, Adobe Creative Suite, professional video and audio equipment, drawing tablets, mobile devices, and much more.

Other available program areas include:

Networking & Cyber Security (AAS)
Cyber Security & Networking (Certificate)
Computer Programming & Development (AAS)
Computer Programming (Certificate)

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The Academy of Engineering

The Engineering Academy prepares students for the world of Mechatronics. This type of engineering focuses on the engineering and mechanical systems and also includes a combination of robotics, electronics, computers, telecommunications, systems control, and product engineering. Students develop problem solving, collaborative teaming, creativity, and independent thinking through highly engaging hands-on learning and activities.

Students have the opportunity to earn the following:

Mechatronics (Associate in Applied Science Degree)
Mechatronics (Certificate)

Careers in Mechatronics include:

Robotics Engineer/Technician
Automation Engineer
Control System Design Engineer
Electronic/Mechanical Design Engineer

Other available program areas include:

Welding Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Electrical Systems Technology

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The Academy of Health and Life Sciences

The Health Sciences Academy prepares students for health careers such as nursing, medicine, veterinarian, physical therapy, forensic science, and more. In this academy, students work collaboratively to complete experiments and solve problems to learn how the world affects the human body and other organisms. Through this process, students also learn how to think like scientists and use scientific equipment through hands-on inquiry activities.

Students have the opportunity to earn the following:

Associate of Science or Associate of Arts 2-year Transfer Degree

Certificates:
Nurse Aide I, Medication Aide, Emergency Management, BioPharma, Medical Office Assistant

College credits towards the following:

Practical Nursing Diploma, Medical Sonography, Medical Assisting, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Radiography, Cardiovascular, Sonography, Physical Therapy, Speech Language Pathology Assistant