Hawaii Technology Academy is Hawaii's largest tuition-free, public charter school. There are sites across the state's islands, with the largest on Oahu. HTA uses a blended learning model, providing students with a combination of face-to-face instruction, virtual instruction, and independent learning. Because student learning occurs at both the Learning Center and at home, an integral part to student success at HTA is a highly involved Learning Coach, or adult responsible for mentoring, monitoring and motivating students’ learning at home—oftentimes the parent. Partnering with Learning Coaches, HTA students have access to certified educators who support them with their academic, technological, and social needs. Educators provide leveled interventions and enrichment to all students based on student specific personalized learning profiles.
HTA offers students a blended experience with face-to-face and virtual instruction as well as independent learning. Students receive face-to-face instruction from highly qualified teachers at their designated learning center. Live instruction from a highly qualified teacher through the use of a virtual learning platform. Students also work from home with their parent as a learning coach to complete online and teacher-created curriculum.
Location
HTA's main office and primary learning center is currently located in Waipahu, Hawaii. HTA operates across the entire state, with learning centers in Hilo and Kona, as well as other learning locations across Maui and Kauai. During summer 2016, HTA moved its Oahu building to 94-450 Mokuola Street, Waipahu, Hawaii. HTA serves students in 4 main locations Hawaii Island - West Kauai Maui Oahu
Population
Total enrollment for the 2014–2015 school year was 1123 students. There were 748 students in grades K-8 and 375 students in high school. HTA serves a diverse population of students, across all of the major islands.
Technology
HTA uses a "Bring Your Own Device" structure for computer usage, provided the computer meets certain minimum specifications. All students are required to have a computer in order to utilize the online curriculum and various online tools and resources. HTA also has a computer loan program for students. The laptops vary in manufacturer and style, based on the students' needs, as determined by their grade and course load.
