ASTEC Charter Schools is preparing to open one of the most advanced secondary school facilities in Oklahoma City. Opening in Summer 2026 for the 2026–2027 school year, the new ASTEC Secondary School represents a significant investment in scholar success, innovation, and community.
ASTEC’s CEO, Dr. Freda Deskin, and her team intentionally shaped every space to support rigorous academics, collaborative learning, emerging technologies, and the social and emotional well-being of middle and high school scholars.
The result is a future-ready campus that honors ASTEC’s commitment to providing scholars with the very best.
Some of the features of the new building include:
Innovation & Creativity Spaces
- Fab Lab with tools for engineering, design, robotics, and hands-on STEM work.
- Esports Lab with high-performance gaming stations and a connected recording studio.
- High-Tech Film Room for video production, lighting, audio, and media editing.
- New Art Room with a kiln, expanded workspace, and upgraded equipment.
Academic Upgrades
- Larger classrooms designed for collaboration and project-based learning.
- New furniture in every room for flexible, reconfigurable setups.
- Upgraded technology throughout the building to enhance interactive learning.
- New science labs to support advanced experiments and STEM curriculum.
- Open middle school project areas for team assignments and group work.
Student Life & Community Spaces
- Large student lounge for study, collaboration, and downtime.
- Outdoor picnic area reserved for high school scholars.
- High-ceilinged central commons separating middle and high school, with seating for gathering and events.
- Open second-floor catwalks with additional seating and overlook views.
Arts, Athletics & Performance
- Performing Arts Center with:
- Auditorium with a large stage & orchestra pit
- Drama room
- Music room
- Complete gymnasium complex including:
- One full competition court
- Two practice courts
- Home and visitor locker rooms
- Concession area
- Workout room
- Safe-room construction serving as a storm shelter for all grades
- Expanded lunch room with traditional meals plus enhanced à la carte options.
Support & Services
- Student Service Center offering counseling, guidance, and family support.
- New library with a fully refreshed book collection, modern seating, and flexible study areas.
Campus-Wide Enhancements
- All-new furniture in every learning space.
- Upgraded equipment in all classrooms.
- Bigger classrooms to better accommodate project-based learning.
We are excited for the opening of our new Secondary School and for the future of ASTEC Charter Schools.
Enroll today and give your child the opportunity to build a strong, successful future at ASTEC.
