Jim Shaw ACE Academy

09/22/2026

Special thanks to Maureena Shepherd & Associates, Allen Tate/Broker for presenting this opportunity to young ladies across the Triad and beyond.

Beat us there don’t meet us there in 2027. The sky is just the start ladies. ✈️💕

Thank you to all of our exhibitors for making this year so educational, fun and interactive for our young ladies entering this industry!

09/21/2026

This month over 800 people from across the Triad and beyond came out to experience aviation and STEM through hands-on, immersive experiences at the 2nd Annual Skybound Flight Festival, presented through the lens of the Jim Shaw ACE Academy.

We can’t wait for the next one! 🛫💙💚

For more detailed clips from the event, check out our YouTube:

Video by: Justin Brunson

09/17/2026

Before the month of September ends, stop by The Katharine at the Kimpton Cardinal Hotel downtown W-S and order “The Aviator” 🍸✈️

Proceeds from the cocktail benefit the Jim Shaw ACE Academy, helping support aviation, STEM, and financial literacy opportunities for local youth.

And join us next Thursday, September 24, from 5–6 PM. Drop in anytime, grab a drink, and show your support for our nonprofit. We’d love to see you there! Must be 21+ or they can even make it a mocktail.

Special thanks to the for making this opportunity possible.

09/15/2026

The smiles say it all. 😃

What a day at the 2nd Annual Skybound Flight Festival!

From the aircraft and STEM activities to the music, food, vendors, and incredible community support, we had SO much fun!

Thank you to everyone who came out and helped make Skybound a day to remember. We’re still smiling! Stay tuned for more recaps, and find out more about our programs and events at www.shawaceacademy.com Tag someone you know in the comments! ✈️💚💙

09/13/2026

WE WANT TO GIVE A BIG THANK YOU to our Jim Shaw ACE Academy campers who came out to support the 2nd Annual Skybound Flight Festival!

These are just some of the amazing students who joined us, and we loved seeing our ACE family back together enjoying a day of aviation, STEM, and fun!

Thank you for being part of the ACE Academy family and continuing to soar with us! 💙💚

REGISTRATION FOR OUR MONTHLY STEM CLUB IS OPEN NOW✈️

09/12/2026

09/12/2026

EARLY ARRIVAL IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TOMORROW!!

Skybound starts at 10 AM, but trust us… you’re going to want to get here early! 👀

We have a few surprises planned throughout the day that you won’t want to miss.

📍 Forsyth Tech Aviation Center
🗓️ TOMORROW, Saturday, September 12
⏰ 10 AM–4 PM
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!

09/11/2026

🚨 ONE DAY AWAY! 🚨

We can’t wait to see you TOMORROW at the 2nd Annual Skybound Flight Festival! ✈️

10 AM–4 PM
2739 Aviation Drive Winston-Salem, NC

FREE ADMISSION! Bring the family and come enjoy a day of aviation, STEM, food, music, vendors, and fun. 💙💚