The Palmdale Aerospace Academy

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The Palmdale Aerospace Academy
Location
3300 E Palmdale Blvd, CA 93550

Palmdale
,
California

Information
TypeCharter
MottoDesign, Create and Explore
Established2012
HeadmasterLaura Herman Medco
Gradesk-12 (2020-2022)
Enrollment1620 (apprx.)
Color(s)Orange and Grey
MascotGriffin
NewspaperGriffin Gazette
Website www.tpaa.org

The Palmdale Aerospace Academy (TPAA) is located in Palmdale, California. The charter school opened to 540 students from grades seventh through ninth on September 5, 2012 and is now open for grades K-12.

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Partnerships

TPAA has partnered with aerospace industry employers, the City of Palmdale, the Palmdale School District and others for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education that involves collaborative learning for college preparation. [1]

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References

  1. "Palmdale Aerospace Academy prepares next generation of innovators". spectrumnews1.com. Retrieved 2023-01-02.