About
Hawaii Technology Academy (HTA) is a Hawaiian public charter school. There are sites across the state's islands, with the largest on Oahu. HTA uses a blended learning model. It uses a combination of face-to-face instruction, virtual instruction, and independent learning. An involved Learning Coach, or adult responsible for mentoring, monitoring and motivating students’ learning at home is a defining aspect of HTA.Education style
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 teachers at their designated learning center, or live instruction from a 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 inPopulation
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.Technology
HTA uses a "Bring Your Own Device" (BYOD) 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.References
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