Uplift Elevate Preparatory · Career Pathway
Aerospace Engineering
The S3 (S-Cubed) Aerospace Engineering Pathway at Uplift Elevate Preparatory is designed to help scholars explore aerospace, engineering, and STEM careers through a progression of coursework, hands-on experiences, industry exposure, and real-world skill-building.
Career Pathway
Aerospace Engineering, built into four years of IB learning
Beginning in 9th grade, scholars build a strong foundation in both International Baccalaureate learning and STEM identity. As they progress, they apply those skills through engineering coursework, drones, coding, and real-world challenges. In 11th and 12th grades, scholars move into S-Cubed, a two-year aerospace engineering experience developed with the Aldrin Family Foundation that brings satellite science, payload integration, design review, launch preparation, and capstone presentation work into the high school experience.
This pathway ensures scholars don’t just learn STEM concepts—they apply IB thinking to real aerospace challenges, building the skills needed for college, credentials, and future careers.
What Scholars Experience By Grade
This pathway is designed to grow with scholars over four years—combining IB academic rigor with hands-on aerospace engineering experience to build confidence, technical skills, and future readiness.
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
Learn More About the Aerospace Engineering Pathway
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Be a Part of the Aerospace Engineering Career Pathway at Uplift Elevate
10800 Chapin Road
Fort Worth, TX 76108
Certifications and Outcomes
This pathway is designed to help scholars graduate with more than coursework. It combines IB academic preparation with real-world technical experience, helping students build confidence and clarity about their future.
Potential certifications include:
- OSHA
- FAA Drone
- Autodesk CAD
After graduation, scholars may be prepared for pathways such as:
- Direct-to-industry opportunities
- Two-year degree programs connected to technical careers
- Four-year degrees leading to engineering, avionics, software, and research roles
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common Question From Families
This pathway is for students entering the 9th grade and is a strong fit for scholars who are curious about STEM, engineering, design, aerospace, coding, or hands-on learning.
No. The pathway is designed to build from foundations in 9th grade toward advanced aerospace experiences in 11th and 12th grade.
Yes. Uplift is a tuition-free public charter school.
Both. Uplift combines strong academics and IB learning with preparation for college, career, and life. The Aerospace Engineering Pathway is one example of how scholars can connect classroom learning to a meaningful future.
Uplift combines the IB curriculum offered to all scholars with early pathway access, real classroom experience in a PK–12 setting, college credit opportunities, industry-based certification, and a direct connection to future employment possibilities.