HIGH TECH MIDDLE NORTH COUNTY

High Tech Middle North County is a Title I public charter middle school with about 330 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 15 teachers, High Tech Middle North County has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

High Tech Middle North County (HTMNC) is a project-based learning school located in San Marcos, California, and is part of the esteemed High Tech High network. The school is built on a foundation of equity and innovation, focusing on a student-centered approach where traditional lecture-based instruction is replaced by hands-on, interdisciplinary projects. By integrating subjects like humanities and STEM, students are encouraged to solve real-world problems, engage in critical thinking, and develop a deeper connection to their community and the world around them.

The school environment at HTMNC is designed to foster a culture of collaboration, personalization, and adult-world connection. With small class sizes and a dedicated focus on "deeper learning," students work closely with teachers who serve as mentors and facilitators. The curriculum emphasizes public exhibitions of learning, where students present their final projects to parents, peers, and industry experts. This approach not only builds academic mastery but also cultivates essential soft skills like communication, resilience, and teamwork, preparing students for success in high school and beyond.

For more information, contact High Tech Middle North County at (619) 243-5014 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.