Victoria ISD is proud to highlight the remarkable successes and future opportunities available through the Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) program. As VISD continues to innovate in education, the P-TECH program stands out by seamlessly blending high school, college coursework, and professional skills development into a coherent learning experience for our students.
Achievements of the P-TECH Class of 2028 at Victoria West High School
The incoming freshman cohort for the Class of 2028 has demonstrated outstanding potential, with 18 students pursuing Computer Science and 17 in Education and Training. This cohort is the largest in the history of the program, underscoring the growing interest and commitment to advanced education pathways within the district.
During the Summer Bridge program, students were given the opportunity to prepare for and take the Texas Success Initiative Assessment (TSIA), a college readiness exam. The results were impressive, with a significant number of students passing various sections of the exam. These results are a testament to the dedication of our students and the quality of preparation they receive.
Outcome-Based Measures Show Continued Success
The P-TECH programs at Victoria West High School has consistently shown remarkable results in terms of college credit attainment and exam performance:
81.3% of students earned 3+ college credits by the end of 10th grade.
76.5% of students earned 9+ college credits by the end of 11th grade.
83.3% of students earned 15+ college credits by the end of 12th grade.
100% passed Algebra I EOC by the end of 10th grade.
94% passed the English II EOC by the end of 11th grade.
100% of students graduate as a CTE concentrator or completer by graduation.
Upcoming P-TECH Recruitment Events
Victoria ISD invites all current 8th-grade families to a special Parent Information and Student Recruitment Event for the Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) Program. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 6 to 7 p.m. at the CTI Mall, where families can explore the enriching opportunities available through the P-TECH pathway. Current P-TECH students will also visit current VISD 8th-grade students to share more about the different P-TECH pathways throughout October and November.
For parents and students who already know that a P-TECH program is the path for them, the P-TECH Application will open on Oct. 7 and close on January 15, 2025, visit https://ptech.visd.net/o/ptech.