What is P-TECH?
What is P-TECH?
New P-TECH opened its doors for the first time on September 8, 2011. Mayor Bloomberg announced the unique partnership that would become P-TECH on September 27, 2010 at NBC's Education Nation summit:
“Today, I’m excited to announce a new partnership we’ve entered into with IBM and the City University of New York, and it’s the first of the kind in the country. Together, we’ll create a school that runs from grades nine to grade 14 – yes, grade 14. All students will learn the traditional core subjects, but they’ll also receive an education in computer science and complete two years of college work.
“When they graduate from grade 14 with an Associate’s Degree and a qualified record, they will be 'first in line' for a job with IBM and a ticket to the middle class, or even beyond."
New York City’s Grades 9-14 Early College and Career Schools (also known as P-TECH Schools) are public schools under the NYC Department of Education that offer an innovative six-year high school program to prepare students for college and careers competitive in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) industries.
Each one of the grades 9-14 schools is affiliated with a CUNY community college and offers students the opportunity to take courses toward an Associate degree, at no cost to the student. Each Grades 9–14 school also works with lead industry partners to support students in exploring careers and attaining skills needed to work in STEM industries. Grades 9-14 high schools are open to all New York City students.