THE BEGINNING
Hello!
All About Us
WATT (Working Arts & Technology Training) was founded by Marshall Cannon in 2014 in San Francisco, California, with a mission to empower young people through education, creativity, technology, and mentorship.

Our Approach
Exposure
Many students are never introduced to the wide range of careers, cultures, industries, and creative paths available to them. Without exposure, it can be difficult for young people to imagine possibilities beyond what they see every day.
At WATT, we intentionally create experiences that expand perspectives and introduce students to new ideas, technologies, careers, and cultures. Whether through art, design, technology, healthcare, or cultural learning experiences, we help students discover opportunities they may not have previously considered.
We believe exposure is powerful because you cannot pursue what you have never seen.
Hands-on
We believe students learn most effectively by actively participating, creating, exploring, and solving problems in real-world ways.
That’s why WATT emphasizes hands-on learning experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. Students engage in projects, collaborative activities, presentations, technology-based learning, and practical applications that connect education to real life.
Our goal is not simply to teach information, but to help students understand how knowledge can be applied in meaningful and creative ways.
By learning through experience, students gain confidence in their abilities and begin to see themselves as capable creators, innovators, and future professionals.
Mentoring
Supportive relationships can have a lasting impact on a young person’s future. At WATT, mentorship is an essential part of our philosophy because we understand that encouragement, guidance, and representation matter.
We strive to create an environment where students feel seen, heard, supported, and challenged to grow. Through mentorship and positive role models, students gain the confidence to ask questions, explore new interests, and believe in their potential.
Mentorship helps students develop more than skills—it helps them develop self-belief, resilience, communication, and a vision for their future.
PROGRAMS
Middle School
High School
Information Technology
Healthcare
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