A student uses a dropper to fill up a vial in a biomedical class at Nesbitt.

Nesbitt Discovery Academy has again been recognized as a 2025-26 Project Lead

The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School. It is among a select group of high schools across the U.S. to receive this honor for its commitment to increasing student access, engagement, and achievement in career-connected learning. Through its Engineering, Biomedical, and Computer Science programs, Nesbitt is helping students develop transferable skills needed to succeed in an evolving future.

Schools earn the award for commitment to increasing student access, engagement, and achievement in their PLTW programs. 

"We are proud to honor Nesbitt Discovery Academy for giving students hands-on, career-connected learning that builds the confidence, knowledge, and skills to navigate their futures," said Dr. David Dimmett, PLTW President and CEO. "The school’s commitment to real-world, project-based learning ensures students experience education that is meaningful and directly connected to what comes next."

A photo of the Nesbitt Discovery Academy sign. It reads "Proud to be a Charger".PLTW is a national nonprofit organization that creates transformative learning experiences and empowers students to develop in-demand knowledge and skills for future careers.