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P-TECH 9-14: A six-year integrated education program that combines high school and college coursework with work-based learning experiences to prepare students for careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields

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Intervention Details

Subjects

English Language Arts, Math, Science & STEM

Academic Programs

Career and Technical Education, Early College

Duration

Six years

Grades

9, 10, 11, 12

Personnel

Administrator, College Instructor, Employer, General Education Teacher, Principal

Intervention Summary

P-TECH 9-14 is a six-year program that integrates high school and college coursework, providing students with the opportunity to earn a high school diploma and an industry-recognized associate's degree. The program focuses on career and technical education (CTE) and includes work-based learning (WBL) experiences such as internships, mentoring, and job shadowing. P-TECH 9-14 schools collaborate with local colleges and employer partners to provide students with a cohesive education and career experience.

Statistical Finding Summary

Positive effect on total credits earned

Positive effect on nonacademic credits earned in work-based learning, technology, engineering, and human service subjects

Positive effect on passing the ELA Regents exam with a score qualifying for CUNY coursework

Positive effect on passing the ELA Regents exam with a CUNY-qualifying score earlier than comparison group students

Source

D. Crystal, B., Emma, A., Leigh, P., Michelle, D. & Rachel, R. (2020). Bridging the School-to-Work Divide: Interim Implementation and Impact Findings from New York City's P-TECH 9-14 Schools (ED605308). ERIC. https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/ED605308.pdf.

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