P-TECH AT

DUNBAR

Pathways in Technology Early College Healthcare (P-TECH) at Dunbar High School

ABOUT P-TECH

PTECH Articulation Information Powerpoint Presentation

The P-TECH program at Dunbar is designed to create clear pathways to both higher education and employment. Students in the program graduate from high school with a no-cost associate’s degree by augmenting their regular high school courses with community college classes.

Piloted in a New York City school in 2011, P-TECH provides a model for schools across the nation. High schools work with community colleges and corporate partners to craft a curriculum aimed at a specific set of skilled jobs identified by the corporate partner.

No particular test scores or academic records are required for admission into P-TECH. However, parents must commit to supporting program requirements by, for instance, making sure their kids keep up with their homework, get to school on-time, and participate in weekend and summer P-TECH activities.

Dunbar's P-Tech students can select education tracks in

John Hopkins University and Medicine, Kaiser Permanente , and the University of Maryland, Baltimore provides one-on-one student mentors to offer school and career advice, as well as encouragement.

OUR BELIEF STATEMENT

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We believe that all students can be critical thinkers.

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We believe that committed partners are essential to student success.

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We believe that we are building professionals that are going to help people better themselves.

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We believe that student learning and professional development are our chief priorities.

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We believe that continuous commitment to improvement ensures that our students are well-rounded, self-directed, life-long learners.

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We believe that good mental health is imperative to academic success.

OUR VISION

Our vision is to close healthcare career attainment gap by preparing our students for college and career success in a safe and supportive environment that inspires critical thinking, risk taking, and a belief that all students can reach their fullest potential.

OUR MISSION

Through research-based instructional curricula, early college access, industry partnerships, professional and academic mentors, and a dedicated staff, P-TECH Healthcare is committed to ensuring that every student is prepared academically and socially-emotionally to achieve their personal goals, attain a degree and thrive within the healthcare field. By promoting high standards and expectations, teachers, administrators, parents, partners, and the community share the responsibility for advancing the school’s mission.