TechBoston Academy (TBA) is a new Boston Public Schools pilot high school that opened in September 2002, designed to integrate technology throughout the college preparatory curriculum. In addition to taking advanced information technology courses, TBA students learn to use technology as a tool to assist them in all academic courses. With the help of an academic advisor, TBA students design an individualized plan of study that takes into account their specific talents and interests. Community service and internships at local companies are requirements for graduation. This allows students to cultivate necessary business and social skills. Students benefit from working on individual and group projects with high-tech mentors from the Boston area.