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Academies of Racine – Aviation Pathway at Horlick High School

Marketing, Construction, and Aviation. Our Grade 11 Classes:
mission is to provide educational opportuni- Airframe
ties for students passionate about these fields
of study. We pride ourselves on preparing Students learn about aircraft structures,
emerging leaders to compete, network, and covering, and systems used in flight and navi-
thrive in a global economy. gation with experiences including using wood
The Aviation pathway is designed to and covering techniques, welding with empha-
prepare students for careers in the aviation sis on sheet metal structural repairs, composite
industry through hands-on learning, drone construction, aircraft assembly, rigging, and
certification, and industry partnerships. The inspection, as well as radio, navigation and
program includes courses on drone technol- instrument systems, electrical, hydraulics,
ogy, aircraft maintenance, and field trips to landing gear, fire protection, environmental
aviation facilities. atmosphere controls, fuel systems, and ice and
rain control. (Industry certification opportunity)
Aviation Pathway Classes: Grade 12 Classes:

Grade 10 Classes: Propulsion
General Aviation Students study power plant theory, engine
Students start with a general aviation construction and maintenance, with an empha-
overview and are exposed to careers, such as sis on reciprocating, turbine, and jet engines,
aircraft mechanics, pilots, and flight operation exploring propellers, ignition, lubrication,
The Academies of Racine are all about of Racine students discover their interests, personnel, following topics such as Princi- electrical, cooling, starting, and fire protection,
exhaust, and fuel metering, while learning to
preparing students for what really matters - learn more about them through hands-on, ples of Flight, Aircraft Construction, Aircraft inspect, diagnose, adjust, repair, and overhaul
their future careers! The Academies of Racine real-world learning experiences and graduate Weight and Balance, and Aircraft Flight aircraft propulsion assemblies. (Industry certi-
offer smaller, personalized learning environ- ahead of the game! Systems, Flight Deck, Electrical Systems, fication opportunity)
ments, a focus on 21st-century skills and a The Academies of Racine Horlick's Corrosion Control, Aircraft Materials and
culture of teamwork, critical thinking, col- North Star Academy of Business and Trades Hardware, and the certification process for
laboration and creativity. At the Academies encompasses four career pathways: Business, different careers. (Industry certification oppor- www.rusd.org/o/hhs/page/
tunity)
A Recent Capstone Project — Drones north-star-academy

ment, save lives and discover other potential
The STEM field trip that comes right to your school!
applications for drones. The STEM field trip that comes right to your school!
The group of senior aviation students
was tasked with coming up with a new use
for drones. As part of that project, the students
recently visited the folks behind Northern
Lights Drone Shows in Caledonia. But the
experience was about more than just design-
ing, building and coordinating a drone show.
“The trip to Caledonia was very infor-
mative into the ways drones can be used in
different career fields and gave me ideas of
new ways they could be implemented into
everyday use,” said senior Seth Bergman.
The hands-on experience provided stu- Scheduling now
dents with the opportunity to work on a mix for 2026–27!
of skills that require technical expertise, Contact us today to have the
creativity and real-world problem-solving.
Under the guidance of James Bucholtz, Coordinating a drone show requires the ability Dream Flight STEM Shuttle
visit your school!
the Horlick aviation teacher, students have to operate and maintain drones, an under- We give students Space to Learn!
explored the multifaceted applications of standing of drone mechanics and navigation
drones, gaining practical experience that systems, advanced programming skills, col-
extends beyond the classroom. Whether it’s laboration, communication and careful
aiding the school’s maintenance crew with planning around weather conditions, FAA Call 715-845-6392 or
aerial inspections or capturing the commu- regulations and airspace restrictions. e-mail stemshuttle@gmail.com
nity’s landscape from a bird’s-eye view, these The opportunity to practice these skills
young pilots are already making tangible con- will help the aviation students fine-tune their for pricing and other information.
tributions. capstone projects. Some of their bold, inno-
www.stemshuttle.com.stemshuttle.com
In recent years, drones have become so vative ideas for using drones in real-world www
much more than just high-tech gadgets for applications include designing a drone capable
photographers and hobbyists and are trans- of cleaning the ocean or developing one that
forming industries across the globe. As for could rescue people from burning buildings. Visit our website to learn more about the
what’s next, the sky’s the limit for aviation These ambitious concepts push the
students at Horlick High School where they boundaries of what drones can do and how opportunities awaiting your students.
are exploring new ways to help the environ- they can change the world!