Where Students build, create and innovate.
Aspire Trade High School is a public charter school in Huntersville, North Carolina, designed for students seeking more than a traditional education. As the first trade-focused high school in the greater Charlotte area, we offer hands-on career training alongside a project-based academic program to prepare students for success in the workforce right after high school. Our mission is to help students graduate career-ready and industry-prepared, serving grades 9–12 with enrollment available for 9th and 10th graders.
At Aspire, students choose from high-demand trade pathways including Auto Collision, Carpentry, Computer Science, Culinary Arts, Digital Media Arts, Electrical, HVAC, Mechatronics, Medical, Plumbing, Welding. Our programs combine hands-on learning in state-of-the-art trade labs with project-based academic instruction. Students gain real-world experience both in and out of the classroom. By graduation, they have the skills, confidence, and industry certifications needed to launch a successful career right after high school.
We empower students to explore skilled trades, gain real-world experience, and graduate ready to build successful careers in their chosen industries.
Curriculum Overview
Our curriculum is designed to spark curiosity, build technical skills, and prepare students to thrive in both their professional and personal lives. Through trade-focused labs, project-based learning, and meaningful career exposure, students gain the tools they need to succeed in high-demand industries while developing the confidence to contribute to their communities and the world around them.
Auto Collision
Mastering skills to repair and restore vehicles.
Carpentry
Develop the skills to build, install, and repair structures.
Culinary Arts
Learning essential cooking techniques and kitchen skills .
Data Science
Hands-on experience with the latest programming languages and technology.
Digital Media Arts
Develop the skills to design, create, and promote visual content.
HVAC
Developing the skills to install, maintain, and repair heating and cooling systems.
