Innovative STEM Dedicated Magnet High Schools

About

Pasco County's STEM Magnet High Schools provide students with hands-on learning experiences that prepare them for college, careers, and the future. Students can explore high-demand career fields, earn industry certifications, and gain valuable real-world experience through innovative programs focused on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Programs Available at Innovative STEM Magnet High Schools

Students at Angeline Academy of Innovation, Kirkland Ranch Academy of Innovation, and Wendell Krinn Technical High School can choose from:

Biomedical Sciences

Cybersecurity

Engineering & Robotics

Students are assigned to a STEM pathway based on their residentially zoned high school. View the STEM Pathways map.

View the K-12 STEM Pathways Map

For information regarding School Choice transportation services and eligibility, please visit the Transportation Information page.

All students are welcome to apply to the school of their choice. Students applying to schools or programs within their designated pathway will receive enrollment preference in the lottery process, in accordance with the Pasco County Schools Controlled Open Enrollment Plan.

Unique Programs by School

Angeline Academy of Innovation

Entrepreneurship

Kirkland Ranch Academy of Innovation

Automotive Maintenance Technician

Building Trades & Construction Technology

Digital Media Multimedia Design

Patient Care Technician (Career Dual Enrollment)

Diesel Maintenance Technician (Career Dual Enrollment)

Electricity (Career Dual Enrollment)

Welding (Career Dual Enrollment)

Auto Maintenance & Light Repair

Wendell Krinn Technical High School

HVAC (Career Dual Enrollment)

Digital Design

Digital Cinema Production (Career Dual Enrollment)

Pharmacy Technician

Professional Culinary Arts (Career Dual Enrollment)

Cosmetology

Computer Systems & Information Technology (Career Dual Enrollment)

Marine Service Technologies (Career Dual Enrollment)

Electricity (Career Dual Enrollment)

Welding (Career Dual Enrollment)

Auto Maintenance & Light Repair

How do I apply to attend an Innovative STEM Dedicated Magnet High School?

All students interested must apply to attend AAI, KRAI, or WKTHS utilizing the Pasco Pathways School Choice Application.

Entrance Criteria

Minimum 2.0 unweighted high school GPA.

Earned a level 2 or higher on most recent Math and English Language Arts state assessments.

Maintain satisfactory academic progress and program performance throughout enrollment.