Fulton Academy of Science and Technology

Fulton Academy of Science & Technology (FAST), established in 2016 in Roswell, Georgia, is a standout public charter school serving grades K–8. Emphasizing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), FAST enriches learning through design-thinking, coding (starting in kindergarten), Innovation classes, and project-based STEM curriculum tailored around FOSS Science and Singapore Math methods. With approximately 456–552 students and a favorable student–teacher ratio of about 10:1, FAST holds an “A” overall rating, with 65% proficiency in math and 69% in reading, placing it among Georgia’s top charter schools for both elementary and middle grades.

FAST continues to earn praise for its innovative STEM curriculum and strong academic outcomes—scoring 89.7 overall on state Milestones exams, including 91 for elementary and 88.3 for middle school grades.

1. What makes FAST's STEM model unique?

Ans. FAST integrates four extra hours per week of “Innovation”,a hands-on, design-thinking class rooted in Stanford principles,and starts computer science education as early as kindergarten.

2. How does FAST support personalized learning?

Ans. The school offers tailored supports including ESOL, special education, intervention services, 504 plans, and TAG (Talented & Gifted) programming to meet diverse student needs.

3. Is FAST a public or private institution?

Ans. FAST is a public charter school—free for students, operating under Fulton County School District and Georgia Department of Education guidelines, with no entrance exams required.

4. How does FAST maintain safety and efficiency during dismissal?

Ans. The school has developed a carefully designed carpool dismissal system, coordinated with city traffic officials to ensure smooth, safe student release and minimal neighborhood impact.

5. How is FAST governed and funded?

Ans. FAST is overseen by its own governing board and operates under a charter agreement. While it receives regular charter funding, the school also relies on efficient operations—charter schools do not receive facility funding like traditional public schools.