Pathways in Technology Early College High Schools (P-TECH) provide students with a seamless path from high school, to post-secondary education, to employment. In a P-TECH Academy, students earn a high school diploma and professional credentials. These include educational certificates, diplomas, and degrees. Students also engage in work-based education at every grade level, such as internships, apprenticeships, or other forms of job training programs.

With the support of the Texas Education Agency (TEA), we target thriving industries in the region, to address key workforce needs in high-demand fields. The P-TECH Model gives students an opportunity to:

• earn an associate degree while earning their high school diploma

• earn a two-year postsecondary certificate or industry certification

• complete work-based training gain work experience through internships, apprenticeships, or other job training programs

• prepare for military enlistment

MISSION: Prepare all students with the knowledge and skills to meet the needs of our local and global workforce.

VISION: All students will be equipped to succeed in college, career, or military pathways upon graduation from Ben Bolt-Palito Blanco High School.

Ben-Bolt-Palito Blanco P-Tech High School takes pride in developing and sustaining healthy partnerships with our collegiate partners and area employers.

Students participate in workplace opportunities which include mentoring, site visits and internships — all designed to support each students’ professional and academic growth.