Berkner Collegiate Academy Options

Frequently Asked Questions

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Incoming 9th graders for the upcoming school year are eligible to enroll.

Anyone can apply utilizing the links on this page.

No. Students must complete an application and participate in summer bridge.

RISD will continue to provide AP courses. The P-TECH Academies provide another option for rigorous programming that our students and families can choose from.

If you have questions regarding our programming, you can use the contact form on this page below. The RISD CTE department will also be at feeder junior high school preview nights. Contact your school counselor to get more information on when these nights will be. 

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  • Earn free college credit hours
  • Receive additional academic and social support

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What is P-TECH?

P-TECH or Pathways in Technology Early College High School is a College and Career Readiness Model approved by the Texas Education Agency to help prepare students for their future academic, technical, and work place skills.

 

Why Join P-TECH?

Students have the opportunity to earn free college credit and recognized industry certificates within their pathway.   Students will experience work based learning opportunities tailored to their field of study and leading to future internship opportunities.

 

  • Learn from local businesses in a work-based learning setting
  • Earn Industry Certifications