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Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH)
P-TECH is a program that provides students with technical and workplace skills as well as college credit opportunities. While getting their high school diploma students can earn up to 60 free college hours and have the potential to earn an associate’s degree. See a general overview of associate degree options on the Earn College Credit or Industry Certification page. See below for specific degree options available by campus.
Specific student skills will be highlighted with certifications or work-based training in their related fields. This opportunity is free to the students and will include internships with industry partners. These experiences can lead to paid internships or employment immediately after high school.
Each high school campus offers a different P-TECH program. See below for details by location about the available certifications, associate degrees and industry partnerships.
Requirement
While there are no testing, grading or attendance requirements to apply, students must meet the following to be considered:
- Motivated by taking advanced coursework
- Want to attend college and willing to work hard
- Willing to learn college readiness skills and use them daily
The program is open to all incoming ninth-grade students and specifically encourages participation by diverse student groups who are typically underrepresented in college courses.
Locations
Programs
Expand AllLakeview Centennial HS
Higher education partner: Dallas College, Eastfield campus
Available degrees:
Industry partner(s): Garland PD (criminal justice)
Visit the Lakeview Centennial High School P-TECH page.
Campus contact:
Ivan Luna
LCHS Magnet Advisor Industry Liaison
972-487-4428
Chris McMillan
LCHS Magnet Advisor Industry Liaison
972-240-3740 x61581
Interlocal agreement: Lakeview Centennial HS PTECH ILA
Naaman Forest HS
Higher education partner: Dallas College, Richland campus
Available degrees:
Industry partner(s): NTD Mechanical Contractor (construction technology)
Visit the Naaman Forest High School P-TECH page.
Campus contact:
Elizabeth LaClair
NFHS Magnet Advisor Industry Liaison
972-675-3091, ext. 62040
Interlocal agreement: Naaman Forest HS PTECH ILA
North Garland HS
Higher education partner: Dallas College, Richland campus
Available degrees:
- Associate of Science (Pre-Med/Pre-Dental)
- Associate of Applied Science in Network Administration & Support (Class of 2026-2028)
- Associate of Arts with a Network Associate Certificate (Class of 2029 & 2030)
Industry partner(s): UT Southwestern
Visit the North Garland High School P-TECH page.
Campus contact:
Brett Carlson
NGHS Magnet Advisor Industry Liaison
972-675-3120, ext. 61301
Interlocal agreement: North Garland HS PTECH ILA
Rowlett HS
Higher education partner: Dallas College, Richland campus
Available degrees:
- Associate of Applied Science in Software Programmer/Developer (Class of 2026-2028)
- Associate of Arts with a Python Developer Certificate (Class of 2029 & 2030)
- Associate of Arts with a Game Development Certificate
Visit the Rowlett High School P-TECH page.
Campus contact:
Tanika Haggan
RHS Magnet Advisor Industry Liaison
972-463-1712, ext. 62523
Interlocal agreement: Rowlett HS PTECH ILA
Sachse HS
Higher education partner: Dallas College, Richland campus
Available degrees:
- Associate of Applied Science in Digital Art & Design (Class of 2026-2028)
- Associate of Arts working toward a Visual Design Certificate (Class of 2029 & 2030)
- Associate of Arts in Teaching EC-6
Industry partner(s): Garland ISD
Visit the Sachse High School P-TECH page.
Campus contact:
Cherise McCall
SHS Magnet Advisor Industry Liaison
972-414-7450, ext. 63104
Interlocal agreement: Sachse HS PTECH ILA
South Garland HS
Higher education partner: Dallas College, Eastfield campus
Available degrees:
- Associate of Arts with an IBC in Automotive Technology
- Associate of Applied Science Electro-Mechanical Technology
- Associate of Arts with an IBC in Welding
- Associate of Science (Pre-Med/Pre-Dental)
Industry partner(s): Chris Murphey's Automotive, Garland ISD, Gulf States Toyota, JJ Unique Auto Care, Rusty Wallace
Visit the South Garland High School P-TECH page.
Campus contact:
Jolynn Cash
SGHS Magnet Advisor Industry Liaison
972-926-2700
Interlocal agreement: South Garland PTECH ILA
Interlocal agreements
See the PTECH interlocal agreements between our schools and their partner colleges:
How to apply
For application details and other application dates visit
Contact us
For more information, contact the participating school or contact