5 great things about GTA schools!

MIT Academy grads complete UC “A – G” requirements, nine college credits, 140 hours of community service, and a community-based 35-hour senior internship. Plus, the entire senior class –120 students – goes to Washington, DC, at no cost to students or parents!
Extended school day, large no-cost before & after school program (we’re open from 6:30 AM- 6 PM and serve six meals per day), and annual parent volunteer program (“The Griffin Promise”).
For the past four years, named “One of America’s Best High Schools” by US News & World Report. Also, winner of 6 California gold medals for academic performance, Title 1 performance, and CTE education, and a middle-school national “Schools to Watch” award.

The Griffin Promise – students will try their hardest, the school will deliver, and parents will be an integral part of the life of the school.
Safe schools, a low suspension rate, and a strict dress code.
Strong academic environment with college-preparation emphasis – over 90% of graduates accepted directly into 4-year colleges and universities!
60+ highly qualified, credentialed teachers (many with advanced degrees).
Small and diverse student population with 925 middle and high school students at MIT/Mare Island and 140 at Griffin Academy.
99% student re-enrollment rate from one year to the next.

All classrooms (even Physical Education) have 30 computing stations, electronic Smart Boards, LCD projectors, document cameras, and complete teacher workstations.
Students complete at least five years of technology instruction, with numerous options for college and AP classes. Middle school students learn to type 65 wpm, program in 3 languages, and earn Microsoft certifications in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. High school students can choose from one of 4 technology certifications in programming, digital art, robotics, or video game design.
Innovative curriculum emphasizes field trips, “hands-on” experiences, and a strong music and digital art program.

Independent public charter schools – no tuition or charge to parents!
High school is fully WASC accredited and has full charter authorization.
Three- and five-year graduation options, with a chance to earn up to 25 college credits before graduating high school!

More than 20 years of operation (since 1999).
MIT is among the highest-performing secondary schools (as measured by CAASPP/Smarter Balanced testing) in Napa and Solano Counties.
Commitment to Vallejo – each year, our students invest thousands of hours in community service and internships in Vallejo.
And we’re breaking ground on a $50 million construction project!

Safe Schools, Smart Students!