Raisbeck Aviation High School
high school in Washington state, USA
Raisbeck Aviation High School (RAHS), part of the Highline School District, is located in Tukwila, Washington. The school is an aviation- and aerospace-themed STEM school and one of the Highline School District's small schools. It is focused on preparing students for college, careers, and citizenship. The school serves about 400 students in grades 9-12 from around Puget Sound. Until 2013 it was known as Aviation High School. It is next to the Museum of Flight's Aviation Pavilion exhibit near King County International Airport.
Academics
The school's approach to learning is project-based with an additional emphasis on the students presenting and defending their learning in front of industry experts. The school also hosts many mentor events, where each student has the opportunity to find a mentor that can advise them on course and career paths. To assist with guidance of the various programs, RAHS has both a Board of Governors and a 5-person Advisory Council with representatives from local industry, businesses, and the county.
Programs
RAHS offers a full spectrum of academic programs in addition to specialty and programs unique to this school, including:
Science Olympiad: RAHS competes in Science Olympiad, regularly qualifying for the state tournament.
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