Where Innovation Takes Flight
Are you ready to take learning to new heights? At Montco’s Drone Academy, students don’t just learn about drones—they build them, fly them, and compete in high-energy drone soccer tournaments. This is hands-on STEM education at its most thrilling, designed to ignite curiosity, creativity, and confidence in young innovators.
Whether you're a curious beginner or a tech-savvy teen ready for a challenge, the Drone Academy offers a flight path for every student.
What is the Drone Academy?
The Drone Academy is a cutting-edge educational experience that blends science, engineering, and aerial adventure. Students explore the physics of flight, the history of aviation, and the mechanics of drone technology—all while developing real-world skills in teamwork, problem-solving, and programming.
🌟 2025–2026 Academic Year: Discovery Program
This year, students in grades 7th-8th can enroll in our Discovery Program at the Challenger Learning Center. Here, they’ll:
- Learn the forces of flight and how aircraft stay airborne
- Dive into the history of aviation
- Pilot beginner drones in a drone soccer arena, where strategy meets speed
It’s the perfect launchpad for young minds ready to explore the skies.
Coming Summer 2026: Build, Code, Fly!
Get ready for liftoff—Summer 2026 marks the launch of our full-scale Drone Academy experience for students in 5th grade and up. This immersive program offers:
- One-on-one instruction from drone experts
- Step-by-step guidance to build a drone from scratch
- Advanced piloting practice with drones that require real skill and precision
- A drone soccer tournament where students compete with drones they’ve built themselves
These advanced drones aren't toys – they're complex machines that challenge students to think like engineers and flylike pros.
Why Drone Academy?
Montco’s Drone Academy isn’t just about flying drones—it’s about building futures. Students walk away with:
- A deeper understanding of STEM concepts
- Real-world experience in engineering
- Improved teamwork, leadership, and strategic thinking
- A sense of accomplishment that comes from creating something that flies