Capital Region P-TECH

Capital Region Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) is a four to six year program (grades 9-14) focused on engaging students in hands-on, project-based learning to be successful in careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). The program is being led by Capital Region BOCES, with partners from business and industry, higher education and K-12 education.

Students who successfully complete the program earn a high school diploma and an associate’s degree at no cost in a high-tech field. Graduates are first in line for a job with industry partners in the growing field of information technology.

P-TECH students visiting Applied Robotics to learn about robots and technology

The Chamber serves as the liaison between Capital Region P-TECH schools and business partners to help create an education-business ecosystem that benefits students and employers throughout the region. The Chamber and Capital Region BOCES see the Capital Region P-TECH schools as an opportunity to provide connections for Chamber members who are in need of developing their workforce pipeline in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems and Cybersecurity to students that are specifically seeking an education in these fields of study.

Explore the business partner opportunities here.

Stay up to date with what’s happening at the P-TECH East Campus by checking out their most recent e-newsletter.

To learn more, download the P-TECH brochure or contact Karen Fox, Director, Education Initiatives at 518.431.1435.

Information related to student enrollment in P-TECH can be found on the Capital Region BOCES website.

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