Mission
A culture of learning and innovation where people achieve maximum potential in maritime communities.
Vision
A better future for all
Quick Facts
- Public Charter School
- Serving students across Chatham County
- Opened in 2013
- Kindergarten through 8th Grade
- 425 Students
- Waitlist of over 200 students
STEAM
In 2022, TIMA became the only Georgia Department of Education STEAM Certified K-8 school in the region.
Growth
Part of Georgia Strategic Charter School Growth Initiative to expand high quality public charter schools in communities across the state.
Technology
Recognized globally as one of 728 Apple Distinguished Schools for innovative use of technology. Creation over consumption is at the core of TIMA’s vision for learning and teaching with technology.
Approach
Tybee Island Maritime Academy (TIMA) is the only school in the state of Georgia promoting high academic achievement through a maritime, career-focused, project-based curriculum. Our innovative approach to learning guides students through a rigorous hands-on STEAM curriculum linking maritime careers and community connections through problem-solving. Learning at TIMA is student-centered, with a deep dive into an interdisciplinary curriculum that draws from our local maritime industry and the natural and historical context of Tybee Island and the greater Savannah area.
Strategic Plan
Tybee Island Maritime Academy’s 2023 – 2028 Strategic Plan was developed during the 2022 – 23 school year and adopted by TIMA’s Governing Board in May 2023. The Strategic Priorities are:
