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AAST is a Palmetto's Finest School!
Congratulations, Ms. Jodi Rielly, HCS Top Five Teacher of the Year!
Welcome to AAST!
A Cognia STEM certified school!
Clean Energy and Environmental Engineering Major
Clean Energy students harvesting their garden!
Hands-On Experiences
Core Engineering and Robotics
Work Based Learning Experiences
At AAST, you will have industry standard, work based learning experiences!
Computer Science Major
In the Computer Science major, students learn things like programming TI-84 rovers!
Anatomy and Physiology Pickle Dissection
Advanced Anatomy and Physiology students learning the human body systems through pickle dissection.
News & Announcements
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Palmetto Bays Elementary, South Conway Elementary, Waccamaw Elementary, Carolina Forest High, and the Academy for the Arts, Science & Technology (AAST) have all been recognized by Project Lead the Way (PLTW) for having distinguished programs for the 2024-25 school year.
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This month, we celebrate the incredible individuals who make our school district a place of learning, growth, and connection. Your hard work, dedication, and passion inspire possibilities every day, creating a brighter future for our students. We are deeply grateful for everything you do. Thank you for making a difference!
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Mr. Clifford Jones, the new Superintendent of Horry County Schools, has scheduled “Coffee with Cliff” events for the remainder of the school year!
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Click below to access registration information and links for new and returning students!
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The Academy for the Arts, Science & Technology (AAST) has received one of this year’s Palmetto’s Finest Awards! This prestigious award recognizes schools that offer excellent instruction and outstanding leaders, augmented by strong family and community involvement and a supportive business community.
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Congratulations, JoLynn Prochaska of Ten Oaks Middle, our 2026 Teacher of the Year!
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Download the 2025-2026 Student Calendar.
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Congratulations to our 23 National Merit Scholarship Finalists!
These HCS students will have an opportunity to compete for 7,250 National Merit Scholarships.
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Visit our #HCSGrad2025 page for dates, times, and locations for our high school graduation ceremonies and senior celebrations!
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Families and staff should read this announcement for important information about our policy, which aligns with a new state law.
Realize the Possibilities
Aluminum Assault Team 1287
For more than twenty years, AAST's robotics team, Aluminum Assault, has been competing on a national level!
The Game of Life
Trunk or Treat
Teddy Bear Clinic