What is P-TECH?

P-TECH, or Pathways in Technology Early College High School, is a program where students earn a high school diploma, an industry-recognized associate degree, and gain relevant work experience in a growing field. A school is designated a P-TECH by the Texas Education Agency and includes partnerships with relevant industries.

How does P-TECH work?

P-TECH fosters a partnership among K-12, higher education, and industry, combining resources and expertise to provide students with academic, technical, and workplace experiences. This includes dual credit opportunities, mentoring, internships, and more, starting from 9th grade.

The unique culture of a P-TECH school is built upon high expectations for students and a belief that all students can earn their college degree. Students see themselves as “college students” and are “on a career pathway” from the moment they begin 9th grade. The model integrates high school and college coursework, enabling students to begin college courses as soon as they are ready.

Industry Partners

• Assignment of an Industry Liaison to communicate with selected campus P-TECH Coordinator
• Utilize a Skills Map for job skill preparation
• Engagement through mentoring, site visits, guest speaker series, and internships
• Collaboration with educational institutions to integrate experiences

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Institutes of Higher Education

Community colleges and universities work closely with high schools and industry partners to align and strengthen the relationship between school and work.

• Dallas College Dual Credit - Offers students an opportunity to earn college credit while completing high school course requirements.
• Paris Junior College - Offers several opportunities for high school students to get a head start on their college education.
• Texas A&M University Commerce - Explore the benefits, services, and perks offered by TAMUC which are FREE to currently enrolled students.