The Dos Pueblos Engineering Academy (DPEA)

• Was founded in 2002 at Dos Pueblos High School in Goleta.
• Enrolls 32 freshmen per year, from the entire Santa Barbara community, for a total of 128 students.
• Is a four-year integrated course of study in physics, computer science and engineering design.
• Culminates in the design and construction of a robot during the senior year, which competes on the national stage.

The combination of academics, technical innovation and teamwork gives students the competitive edge and true mastery of the skills necessary to enter the workforce and pursue post-secondary education.

The New Facility

The Dos Pueblos Engineering Academy has been awarded a $3 million matching grant from the State of California for the construction of a new 10,000 square foot facility on the Dos Pueblos campus. It will include laboratories furnished with industry-grade machinery, electronics instrumentation, and space for robot construction. Most importantly, this space will accommodate an expansion to 400 students for the Engineering Academy, substantially broadening its impact.

Donor Opportunity

The Dos Pueblos Engineering Academy must secure $3 million in matching grants in order to construct the new facility. This is an exciting and innovative project in our local community that also benefits from long-term sustaining support and corporate partnerships. Click here for more information on how to make a gift.