Washington Academy
Washington Academy ignites passion for learning through dynamic programs that emphasize intellectual curiosity, innovation, and community engagement.
Get to Know Us
A lot has happened at Washington Academy since 1792. Here are just a few of the highlights:
Washington Academy is a school that embraces new adventures. Since John Hancock, then the Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts signed the charter founding the school in 1792, WA has moved locations, constructed new buildings, and opened its doors to students from around the world.
In the beginning, classes were held in Machias at the Burnham Tavern and the Masonic Hall. It wasn’t until much later that the school got its own building. After deliberation between neighboring towns, the first school building was built in East Machias, opening its doors on September 8, 1823.
Core Values
The Individual Student
We know, respect, and support each student.
Dedicated and Diverse Faculty
We bring teachers and students together in relationships that challenge, inspire, and nurture each student's intellect, confidence, and determination.
Standards of Excellence
We challenge students to strive for their personal best in every pursuit, take risks, and persevere.
Progressive Culture
We promote curiosity, open-minded exploration, out-of-the-box critical thinking, while building on tradition and pride.
The Whole Person
We believe that the complete development of each student requires intensive experiences in academics, athletics, arts, community life, and the natural world.
The Whole World
We prepare students for successful and responsible global citizenship.
Courses
English I
English II
English III
English IIII
English Composition
Integrated Science
Biology
Chemistry *
Physics
Marine Biology
World History *
US History *
Sociology
Psychology
Law & Order
International Business & Economics
Modern Day Apprenticeship
Marketing & Entrepreneurship
Computer Programming
Robotics
Civics (.5)
Digital Media
Art History
Art & Music Appreciation
Math Foundations
Algebra I *
Geometry'
Algebra I1 '
Pre-Calculus
Personal Finance
Business Math
Spanish I
Spanish II
Spanish III
PE (.5)
Health (.5)
Personal Health & Fitness (.5)
NEW ENGLAND ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGES
Price
3 years: $2780
2 years: $3700
1 year: $6700
AP course $300
Application fee՝ $480