Tuloso-Midway's Warpath Academy is designed to serve students who are interested in pursuing post-secondary credentials, earning transferable college credit hours, participating in work-based learning experiences, and accelerating their high school careers.

All students who wish to be involved in any of the Warpath Academy programs must submit an online application by the given deadline. These deadlines are firm as certain college-level courses must have registration complete by their own dates.

An Innovative Design

Students who are enrolled in the Warpath Academy in 9th through 12th grade have the ability to earn, upon graduation, a high school diploma, a large variety of work-based learning experiences including internships and industry-based certifications, AND up to 60 fully-transferable college credit hours at NO COST.

Warpath Academy students are given the tools to succeed while taking dual credit courses, all of which are accepted at all Texas public colleges and universities.

The Warpath Academy is made possible through Institute of Higher Education (IHE) partnerships with Texas A&M University - Kingsville and Coastal Bend College, along with Industry Partnerships with Iron RAM Services, Keiwitt, and the Conrad Bultcher Institute at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi. Students have the ability to attend college courses at the IHE campuses or Tuloso-Midway High School's campus, dependent upon the student's schedule wants and needs.

warpath acaDemy programs

General Studies

The Warpath Academy General Studies program offers the 42-core credit hours that are transferable to any Texas public college or university and also count towards a student's high school graduation requirements. By taking these courses at the Academy, students are dramatically decreasing the time and expense spent at their decided college or university without worrying if the courses will transfer.

Pathways in Technology Early College High Schools (P-TECH) Initiative

The Pathways in Technology Early College High Schools (P-TECH) initiative offers an open-enrollment program that creates workforce pathways aligned with high-demand, high-wage fields throughout the state. Students enrolled in the P-TECH program work toward an associate degree while gaining hands-on work experience.

Texas P-TECH programming is inspired by the national effort to refine career and technical education. Industry partnerships with P-TECH campuses ensure that students graduate career-ready. Industry partners provide career mentoring, host site visits, offer paid internships to enrolled students, and serve on advisory councils to improve the alignment of programming with workforce needs.

Students who graduate from the P-TECH program enter the workforce with proven, in-demand skill sets, making them top candidates in their chosen industry.

High-growth industries in Texas include:

Petroleum Refining and Chemical Products
Energy
Health Care, Biotechnology and Life Sciences
Advanced Technologies and Manufacturing
Information and Computer Technology
Aerospace, Aviation, and Defense
Education and Training
Construction
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics

Warpath Academy P-TECH Programs:

Automotive
Cosmetology
Engineering
Forensic Science
Health Science
Law Enforcement
Welding

benefits of warpath academy

Reduces barriers to college access by offering AM and PM schedules for classes at Texas A&M University - Kingsville and Coastal Bend College in order to accommodate all students who wish to be a part of the Academy, such as athletes, fine arts, and CTE students, to name a few.
Allows students to earn 60+ hours of dual college credit at no cost
Creates a seamless transition from high school through college and into employment through local partnerships with institutions of higher education and industry
Provides academic and social support services through dedicated staff
Develops critical soft skills needed for college and career success
Provides work-based learning experiences through P-TECH programs at every grade level, including internships, apprenticeships, and other job training programs
Enables students to earn an industry certificate or two-year postsecondary credential
Each program reflects key priorities for education and, the workforce outlined by our partners at the TEA, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, and the Texas Workforce Commission.

ENROLLMENT ADMISSION

The Tuloso-Midway Warpath Academy shall identify, recruit, and enroll all students no matter their subpopulation or proficiency level. Enrollment decisions shall not be based on state assessment scores, discipline history, teacher recommendation, parent or student essays, minimum grade point average (GPA), or other criteria that create barriers to student enrollment.

Non-Discrimination Policy (English)

Non-Discrimination Policy (Spanish)

CONTINUOUS ENROLLMENT

Though there are no requirements to select a Warpath Academy program, in order to take the required college coursework tied to each program of study, there could be a TSI requirement on certain courses. If a student is not TSI-ready when they run into this barrier, they must take and pass the required TSI subject prior to being allowed to continue their program. This could mean taking a semester off or being removed from the program, depending on the stage of the barrier.

FUTURE FOCUSED

Students have the ability to start taking college courses as early as 9th grade and participate in work-based learning experiences designed specifically for their program of study.
Students are taught study methods and organizational strategies to help boost their academic skills and ensure success.
All upper-level Career & Technical Education Practicum courses utilize the project-based learning model to introduce real-world experiences and challenge students so they can succeed in their postsecondary life.
Students have access to a variety of academic and personal support systems through a variety of methods, all of which are designed for student success.

community support

The Career & Technical Education Department is looking for individuals who are interested in helping shape student opportunities through CTE Programs at Tuloso-Midway High School.

These individuals would have a sear on our Advisory Committee, attend monthly meetings, and provide feedback for topics such as work-based learning, curriculum, and post-secondary opportunities. If you are interested in taking part in this initiative, please use the link below to sign up to receive more information!

https://rb.gy/yqehiy

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