How to Apply - 2023-2024 School Year

Apply now for a spot in our 9th or 10th grade cohort for 2023-2024 school year! The priority deadline has passed, however we will continue to accept applications until our program is full. We are no longer accepting applications for 2022-2023 school year. 

Apply online NOW! - www.SAISDChoice.com

Prefer a paper application? Give us a call for support: 210-438-6800 ext. 35072.

Admissions

Choice Schools and Programs in SAISD

At SAISD, we believe that all children should have access to a variety of school options regardless of their academic abilities or where they live. Our Choice Schools and Programs offer specialized academic programming designed to best fit the individual interests of students. All Bexar County students can apply to an SAISD Choice School or Program.

An application is required to request enrollment to these schools.  The district utilizes a “Controlled Choice” framework to ensure equity and access for historically disadvantaged students.  Admission is based on a blind, randomized, computerized lottery conducted at the district level. The Choice application window opens in late fall each year for the following school year. For more information and to apply, please visit www.saisdchoice.com.

Office of Access and Enrollment Services

San Antonio ISD | 1931 E. Houston St., San Antonio, TX 78202

Phone: 210-554-2660 | Text: 210-309-3259 | Email: enroll@saisd.net

Program Capacity

We will meet with students and families after the application process has concluded to find the best program fit for each student accepted to Highlands P-TECH. Be sure to follow up with us to set up your orientation meeting after you accept your offer!

• Engineering: 70 Students p/cohort
• Manufacturing: 20 Students p/cohort
• Aircraft Maintenance: 15 Students p/cohort
• Welding: 20 Students p/cohort

Dual Credit Information

P-TECH Parent Meeting Class of 2025 - Jan./Feb. 2023 - CLICK HERE for the presentation with important Dual Credit information.

TSI PAA and Study Instructions / TSI Ready 2023 Requirements and Support Resources HERE!

All P-TECH students are expected to pass the TSIA2 exam by the Spring of 10th grade. Please click the link above for details for the Class of 2025.

All students are required to submit their Apply Texas application according to the deadlines set by Alamo Colleges. There are 4 steps to successfully applying and enrolling in the dual credit program. Files below contain additional instructions and steps to help students enroll in dual credit. We will assist students with these steps the semester before they begin their dual credit courses!

1. Apply Texas - Submit college application for St. Philip's College
2. Alamo Enroll - Complete the Alamo Enroll modules on ACES account
3. TSIA2 Exam - Complete the Math and English TSIA2 exam - passing score required for some courses and for completion of Associate Degree
4. Parent Consent Form - Turn in signed parent consent form to P-TECH Teacher or Ms. Garcia/P-TECH Hub 2612

Unless otherwise noted, Highlands P-TECH college courses follow the Alamo Colleges academic calendar for the Regular 16-week sessions detailed in the PDF below. *Courses held at the college follow the college holiday schedule, courses at Highlands campus follow the SAISD holiday schedule unless otherwise announced. Students may need to make arrangements to attend college classes during SAISD holidays.*

Higher Education Partner

St. Philip's College, founded in 1898, is a comprehensive public community college whose mission is to empower our diverse student population through educational achievement and career readiness. As a Historically Black College and Hispanic Serving Institution, St. Philip's College is a vital facet of the community, responding to the needs of a population rich in ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic diversity. 

CLICK HERE for the SPC virtual tour (English) / CLICK HERE for the SPC virtual tour (Spanish).

Industry Partners

P-TECH Industry Partners 2021-2022

The following organizations have signed on to support our P-TECH program with a formal MOU commitment.

The following organizations provide support, guidance, and additional resources to our P-TECH program.

The resources below include detailed information on the P-TECH program in each benchmark area of the Texas Education Agency (TEA) P-TECH Blueprint. We use the Blueprint to guide our decision making and ensure that we have a high quality program that leads our students toward success!

P-TECH Blueprint 2020: CLICK HERE

Click through the Google Slides presentation below to view all 2022-2023 School Year TEA Documentation.