alabama aahs — Alabama Aerospace and Aviation High School is set to open August 2022. (Rendering via Alabama AAHS + CCR Architecture Interiors)

Searching for a place where aerospace education can soar? Bessemer’s newest charter school, Alabama Aerospace and Aviation High School (AAAHS), is preparing to officially open August 2022. We’ve got the details on how to apply for a teacher’s position and enroll your children in the upcoming school semester.

AAAHS is all about aviation

The aviation-focused charter school will offer an immersive, industry-aligned education designed to prepare students for future aerospace and aviation careers. According to a press release, AAAHS is now enrolling students, hiring teachers and preparing to open for the fall 2022 semester after signing a contract with the Alabama Public Charter School Commission in November 2021.

“We’re on track to open in August 2022. We’ve officially opened enrollment and are hiring teachers. We also have a rendering of our future home. Things are moving along smoothly and we’re extremely excited.”
Ruben Morris, Chief Executive Officer, AAAHS

A great thing about AAAHS is that it is a free public school for students who are interested in aviation and STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). The school will serve students in grades 9-12 and will enroll an initial freshman class of approximately 130-150 students.

Enrollment is now open

Has your child showed interest in STEM and aviation? The AAAHS may be a great fit for them. AAAHS’s CEO Ruben Morris announced that the high school will offer multiple STEM related pathways, dual enrollment and a college preparatory curriculum—providing high-quality learning without the high cost.

Here are a few of the school’s partners:

Delta Tech Ops
Tuskegee University
Miles College
Alabama State University
Alabama A&M University

AAAHS is also teaming up with UAB and Auburn Aviation to provide aerospace and science pathways for its students. Students can enroll and learn more information about the school by calling 205.538.0702 or visiting their website here.

The hiring process has begun

Are you a teacher and want to help future AAAHS students fly? They are now accepting applications. Call 205.538.0702 or visit their website for more information.

Check out AAAHS on LinkedIn for job listing updates.

Will you be applying or enrolling your children in Alabama Aerospace & Aviation High School this fall? Tag us @BhamNow on social and let us know.