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Step into the future at our campus! Explore our stunning facilities, meet our passionate leaders, visit student clubs, and experience the innovative technology driving our STEM initiates. This isn't just a visit, it's a glimpse into what's possible!

Welcome to Fairchild Wheeler Campus: A Dynamic Educational Ecosystem

Fairchild Wheeler Campus in Bridgeport, Connecticut, is home to three exceptional magnet high schools, each with a distinct academic focus and a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and student success. What makes this campus truly unique is its interconnected structure, allowing students to take classes across all three schools, giving them unmatched flexibility to explore diverse interests and career pathways.

Information Technology & Software Engineering High School

This school is a launchpad for students passionate about technology, programming, and digital innovation. The curriculum is hands-on and forward-thinking, preparing students for careers in tech and higher education in computer science and engineering.

Key Highlights:

  • Pathways in software development, cybersecurity, web/app design, and robotics
  • Opportunity to earn industry-recognized credentials, including:
    • CompTIA A+ Certification
    • Microsoft Certifications
    • Other professional IT credentials
  • Project-based learning that fosters real-world problem-solving and collaboration

Biotechnology Research & Zoological Sciences High School

This school immerses students in the life sciences, offering rigorous coursework and experiential learning in biology, genetics, and environmental science.

Key Highlights:

  • Focus areas include molecular biology, zoology, biomedical research, and sustainability
  • Home to a fully loaded Anatomage Table—a state-of-the-art virtual dissection tool used by top college nursing and healthcare programs
    • Fairchild Wheeler is the only high school in Connecticut with this advanced technology
  • Students engage in lab-based experiments and fieldwork, preparing for careers in healthcare, research, and environmental science

Aerospace/Hydrospace Engineering & Physical Sciences High School

This school is ideal for students fascinated by engineering, physics, and the exploration of air and sea. It offers a robust STEM curriculum with real-world applications.

Key Highlights:

  • Courses in aerospace and marine engineering, physics, CAD design, and renewable energy
  • Features a full flight simulator, allowing students to earn actual flight hours toward a pilot’s license
  • Emphasis on engineering challenges and design competitions

Academic Flexibility Across Campus

Students at Fairchild Wheeler can take classes across all three schools, allowing them to:

  • Customize their academic journey
  • Explore multiple career pathways
  • Build a diverse and competitive skill set

This flexibility supports students who want to combine interests—for example, a student in biotech exploring coding, or an aerospace student diving into environmental science.

College Credit Opportunities

Fairchild Wheeler students benefit from a rich offering of college-level coursework, including:

  • Early College Experience (ECE)
  • Advanced Placement (AP) courses
  • Project Lead The Way (PLTW) programs

Students average 9–12 college credits earned during high school, with some earning up to 60 college credits, giving them a significant head start on their post-secondary education.

Internship Program Development

The campus is actively developing a comprehensive internship program designed to connect students with real-world experiences in their fields of interest. This initiative aims to:

  • Provide professional exposure
  • Build career readiness
  • Strengthen community and industry partnerships

Project-Based Learning Philosophy

At the heart of Fairchild Wheeler’s educational model is project-based learning. This approach:

  • Encourages deep understanding through hands-on projects
  • Promotes collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking
  • Helps students apply academic content to real-world scenarios

Why Choose Fairchild Wheeler?

Fairchild Wheeler Campus offers a transformative educational experience that blends academic rigor, career readiness, and personal growth. With access to cutting-edge technology, college credit opportunities, and a flexible, student-centered curriculum, our students are empowered to become the innovators and leaders of tomorrow.

Contact Information

Michael Siksay
Recruiter
Fairchild Wheeler Campus
Bridgeport Military Academy
(203) 275-3350