P-TECH stands for Pathways in Technology Early College High School. As part of the program, students choose a career path and take courses that provide academic, technical, and workplace skills that are attractive to employers. Students earn a high school diploma, an associate degree, two-year post secondary certificate, or industry certification in their selected career pathway. Students also have opportunities for mentorships and paid internships that can potentially lead to job placement after graduation.

P-TECH at Dekaney High School is committed to providing a college going culture and work-based learning experiences that allow students to gain real world skills such as time management, relationship building and communication. P-TECH offers students a no cost solution to earning a two-year degree creating a pathway to a four year college degree or employment.

All 8th grade students are eligible to apply and must complete the P-TECH application online.

Yes, the program is open to all Spring ISD students; however, those who are zoned to Dekaney who qualify for the program will be given first preference/priority.

Yes, transportation will be provided for students living in Spring ISD.

Yes, an interview is included in the admission process.

Yes, AP courses will be optional offerings to the students as well extra curricular activities, including sports, fine arts, and school clubs.

Students will begin taking college level classes the summer before their 9th grade year. During 10th grade, students must pass the TSI (Texas Success Initiative) test, to be scheduled for college level courses.

District employee applicants will be included in a separate district employee lottery reflecting 10% of the available seats per grade level. If less than 10% per grade level apply, all district employee students that apply, qualify, and progress through the first and second phase will be accepted. Those not accepted within the 10% will have an opportunity to then enter their name in the general random lottery with all other students. District employee status will be verified prior to the random selection lottery.