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P-Tech at Bowie High School

Prepare now for tomorrow’s in-demand jobs.

Relevant work experience in a fast-growing field 

Free college credits and industry certifications 

First in line for interviews with industry partners 

A stimulating career that makes a difference for others is yours.

Learn about central sterile processing, opthamology and pharmacy tech

Understand that health science doesn’t always mean working in a hospital

Find out about the business end of the medical industry by studying health information systems

Mentor and intern with Medical City Arlington, Arlington ISD’s Health Science professional partner

In addition to all of the unique P-TECH offerings, your child can also participate in traditional high school activities such as athletics, fine arts and extracurricular clubs and organizations.  

When your child completes the P-TECH program, they’ll be confident and ready for college or fully prepared for a great career.  

P-TECH is free for ALL Arlington ISD students and those enrolling from outside of the district. 

Potential Employment

Healthcare support occupations and healthcare practitioners and technical occupations are projected to be among the fastest growing of all occupational groups, growing 15.2 percent and 8.6 percent, respectively, from 2023 to 2033.

Ophthalmic Technician
$56,143
Central Sterile Processor
$52,936
Pharmacy Technician
$43,790
Phlebotomy Technician
$41,810
EKG Technician
$48,203

A P-TECH program offers your child everything they need to explore their passions.

  • Earn a high school diploma, up to 60 hours of FREE college credit from Tarrant County College and industry certifications
  • Gain relevant work experience in a fast-growing field
  • Receive academic and social supports in a strategic and individualized fashion from professional staff members
  • Participate in mentoring and skills-based internships with Medical City Arlington
  • Develop soft skills needed for college and career success

65% of kids starting school today will work in jobs that don’t exist now. Prepare for this new reality today.   

Make a seamless transition from high school to college or an in-demand career.

We understand that the choice to give your child a unique education is a big one.  

At P-TECH at Bowie High School, students receive all the benefits of the Arlington ISD whole-child education, plus an opportunity to nurture their passions. 

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Arlington ISD P-TECH staff are committed to helping your child succeed.

  • Automatic enrollment in AVID
  • Tutoring and test preparations tailored for each student
  • P-TECH peer support groups
  • Frequent check-ins from counselors and staff
  • Summer bridge programming offered
  • Application assistance provided
  • Free transportation from hub locations across the district

Your child has an incredible path ahead.

A P-TECH education will provide them with opportunities to change the world. 

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