Lubbock ISD Launched New P-TECH Program
The initiative at Coronado High School prepares students for technical careers through local university partnerships.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Secondary Education
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Lubbock ISD has introduced a Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) program at Coronado High School. The initiative connects students with industry mentors to facilitate career readiness in STEM, computer science, and healthcare fields.
Why it matters
This program bridges the gap between traditional classroom instruction and the specific requirements of the modern workforce. By integrating academic learning with professional mentorship, students are positioned to secure industry credentials early.
Students in the P-TECH program can earn industry certifications, Level 1 or 2 certificates, or an associate degree upon completion. The curriculum focuses specifically on STEM, computer science, and healthcare.
The players
Lubbock ISD
This is the primary public school district responsible for overseeing secondary education within the city of Lubbock.
South Plains College
This is a regional educational institution that collaborates with area districts to provide collegiate-level certification and degree pathways.
Texas Tech University
This is a public research university based in Lubbock that serves as a major anchor for academic and workforce development initiatives.
Coronado High School
This local campus serves as the pilot site for the new P-TECH curriculum integration.
The details
Beginning in ninth grade, students receive work-based learning opportunities at every grade level as part of their coursework. Lubbock ISD operates this program in active partnership with South Plains College and Texas Tech University to align education with industry demands.
Timeline
October 1, 2026: Formal press conference announcement at Coronado High School
Roadmap
The introduction of this program aligns with the state-wide expansion of the Texas Education Agency P-TECH model, which seeks to integrate secondary and higher education. This trajectory positions local districts to better meet regional labor market demands for technical skills.
Families in Lubbock now have access to a specialized curriculum that allows students to complete college credit or certification before graduating high school. This structure provides students with a clearer pathway to high-demand careers in healthcare and technology.
The takeaway
Students participating in this model benefit from early professional mentorship that defines their career trajectory before they leave high school. Parents and students should explore how these specific college-credit partnerships can reduce the future cost of higher education.
What happens next
District and university leaders will host a formal press conference to discuss the partnership at Coronado High School on October 1, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on regional academic initiatives, visit Secondary Education.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Kcbd.
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