General Information

Pathways in Technology Early College High Schools (P-TECH) are innovative open-enrollment high schools that allow students least likely to attend college an opportunity to receive both a high school diploma and a credential and/or an associate degree. The hallmark of the P-TECH model is its career focus and the provision of work-based education

At Merkel ISD, our P-TECH program is located within our High School, and serves students who have an interest in Web Design and Development careers. Students have the opportunity to attain the following certifications and degrees within the program: 

• Level 1 Certification: Front End Designer
• Level 1 Certification: PHP Developer
• Level 2 Certification: Web Developer
• Applied Associate of Science in Web Design and Development

  In order to provide students with technical skills and training, Merkel ISD has partnered with TSTC, Cisco College, and industry partners throughout the state. Students will take technical and academic dual enrollment classes, participate in work-based learning experiences, and receive certifications throughout their time in the program to ensure they are ready to join the workforce after graduation. The courses and certifications are offered at no cost to students.

Degree Plans

To see the four-year plans for each of the certificate and degree options, click on the links below.

Statement of Non-Discrimination:
Merkel ISD offers career and technical education programs in Animal Science, Plant Science, Carpentry, Welding, Family Consumer Services, Design and Multimedia Arts, Web Development, Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing. and Machinery Mechanics, and Healthcare Therapeutics. Admission to these programs is open to all students. 
It is the policy of Merkel ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its vocational programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
It is the policy of Merkel ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its employment practices as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
Notificación Publica de No Discriminación en Programas de Educación Técnica y Vocacional
Merkel ISD ofrece programas de educación técnica y profesional en ciencia animal, ciencia vegetal, carpintería, soldadura, servicios al consumidor familiar, diseño y artes multimedia, desarrollo web, ingeniería/fabricación avanzada. y Mecánica de Maquinaria, y Terapéutica Sanitaria. La admisión a estos programas está abierta a todos los estudiantes.
Es política de Merkel ISD no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo o discapacidad en sus programas, servicios o actividades vocacionales según lo exige el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, enmendada; Título IX de las Enmiendas Educativas de 1972; y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmendada.
Es política de Merkel ISD no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, discapacidad o edad en sus prácticas laborales, según lo exige el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, enmendada; Título IX de las Enmiendas Educativas de 1972; la Ley de Discriminación por Edad de 1975, enmendada; y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmendada.