P-Tech High School Program

The Pathways in Technology Early College High School (PTECH) program is an innovative partnership between Aurora Public Schools, The Community College of Aurora, and the Construction Education Foundation (CEF).

Students graduate with a high school diploma, construction industry credentials, and an associate’s degree – in addition to gaining relevant workplace skills – all at no cost to the student.

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA PLUS ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

• PTECH students begin in 9^th grade and continue for up to 6 years – high school and 2 equivalent years of college
• Students will earn their high school diploma from Aurora Public Schools and a Construction Management Associate’s Degree
• A cohort of 25-50 students annually will be accepted into this program
• PTECH is open to all students with a special focus on encouraging enrollment of students who are socio-economically and racially diverse, the first to attend college in their family, English language learners, and students with disabilities.
• The program is offered at Gateway High School and Vista PEAK Preparatory
• For more information and a list of other Colorado high schools offering PTECH programs throughout the state visit cde.state.co.us/postsecondary/p-tech

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

STUDENTS & PARENTS:

For more information on the Aurora Public Schools PTECH program email Dr. Lisa Adams at: ladams1@aurorak12.org