Frederick Douglass was selected in 2017 to be the first and only high school in PGCPS to offer the Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) program. The P-TECH program provides college classes to high school students both at the high school and on campus at PGCC. The curriculum is designed to complete the required classes to earn a Maryland High School Diploma and an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree simultaneously. 

Highlights:

• High-demand industry pathways: Health Information Management OR Hospitality Services Management
• Open enrollment within the boundary through a lottery selection process
• Both P-TECH: Health and Technology and P-TECH: Hospitality and Management are located at Frederick Douglass High School
• Guaranteed paid internship in your chosen career field
• Guaranteed mentoring from industry partners
• Support and enrichment through extended day and summer bridge programs
• Earn your AAS for FREE!

Visit the PGCPS P-TECH page for more information about the program and to apply as a student or mentor. The application window is October 10 - November 16. P-TECH Student Application Mentor Application