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Welcome to the West Ashley Center for Advanced Studies
Serving Students from West Ashley High School, St. John's High School, and Baptist Hill Middle High School.
Academics
The West Ashley Center for Advanced Studies is a state-of-the-art facility, whose mission is to provide dynamic instruction within the career and technology curriculum that both prepares and instills a passion for the students’ continued educational endeavors and future careers.
Industrial Arts
Industrial Arts Programs Include
Welding
Automotive Repair
Mechatronics
Medical Arts
Medical Arts Programs Include
PLTW Bio-Medical
Sports Medicine
Health Science
Technical Arts
Technical Art Programs Include
Computer Service & Repair
Networking & Cyber Security
Media Technology
Engineering
Engineering Program Include
Aero Space
Civil & Architecture
News & Announcements
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I love the CAS because the school and teachers are there to teach you real skills that you will use in your job or in the future- it really easy to see why you're learning what you're learning and things don't feel pointless. The environment and people are also really friendly and you're able to express yourself and be creative in so many different ways.
Annabel Grade 12
I love the West Ashley CAS because it provides more educational career opportunities for students and allows them to gain great communication skills. The front office is always respectful, and all the teachers connect with the students very well..
Nicholas, Grade 11