P-TECH Digest
Empowering Future Leaders in Health Science
April 2025
Inside This Issue
  • Upcoming Events & Important Dates
  • Smart Hospital virtual tour from UTA CONHI
  • Reinventing a Public High School with Problem-Based Learning (PBL)
  • PBL Student Reminders
  • Celebrate Our First Graduating Alpha Cohort from TCC!
  • P-TECH & AVID Present: 2nd Annual Exhibition & Induction Night!
  • Rising Seniors: Health Science Opportunity Just for You!
Upcoming Events & Important Dates
1
First Day of Last Six Weeks 4/7
Classes resume for the final six weeks of the school year. Let’s finish strong!
2
Juniors Field Trip to UTA (School of Health and Innovation) 4/11
This is a valuable opportunity to learn about college pathways in healthcare.
3
Student/ Staff Holiday 4/18
Students and staff are on holiday. Enjoy this time off!
4
EOC STAAR Tests 4/8 - 4/23
EOC STAAR testing will be administered from April 8 to April 23, covering core subjects required for graduation.
5
P-TECH Seniors Tour Medical City of Arlington 4/25 & 5/2
Seniors will explore healthcare careers and gain real-world insights into the medical field at MCA.
6
Spring PBL 4/28 - 5/5
Students will participate in project-based learning research across core subjects during this week.
7
Celebrate Our First Graduating Alpha Cohort from TCC! 5/17
Graduation of our first-ever P-TECH Alpha Cohort from TCC!
8
P-TECH & AVID Present: 2nd Annual Exhibition & Induction Night! 5/19
Celebrate student achievement and new beginnings.
Smart Hospital virtual tour from UTA CONHI
We are excited to take our juniors on a field trip to the University of Texas at Arlington’s College of Nursing and Health Innovation (CONHI) on April 11. This visit offers students a firsthand look at the cutting-edge Smart Hospital, where future healthcare professionals train using high-fidelity simulation technology. Through this experience, students will explore pathways in nursing, public health, and medical innovation while engaging with one of the top health science programs in the state.
Get a preview of what’s in store by checking out the Smart Hospital virtual tour from UTA CONHI.
Reinventing a Public High School with Problem-Based Learning (PBL)
Sammamish High School is in the midst of a five-year process to change from traditional teaching to an entirely problem-based curriculum. Follow the journey of the teachers, administrators, and students as they transform their school.
PBL Student Reminders
As we dive into our latest Problem-Based Learning (PBL), here are a few tips to help you stay on track:
  • ✅ Stay organized: Use your planner or digital calendar to keep track of deadlines, checkpoints, and team meetings.
  • 💬 Collaborate: Work closely with your group, teachers, and house leader—strong collaboration builds strong projects!
  • 🧠 Be curious: Ask thoughtful questions and dig deeper into your topic. Real-world problems require creative thinking.
  • 📁 Document your progress: Keep copies of your research, reflections, and drafts. These will help during presentations!
  • 🕒 Use your time wisely: Break the project into smaller tasks and don’t wait until the last minute.
Celebrate Our First Graduating Alpha Cohort from TCC!
We are thrilled to invite all families, friends, and students to join us in celebrating a historic milestone—the graduation of our first P-TECH Alpha Cohort at the TCC 2025 Commencement Ceremony! The ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 6:30 PM at Dickies Arena located at 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth, TX.
This is a momentous occasion honoring the hard work, dedication, and achievements of our Early College High School students as they graduate with college credit and a strong foundation for future success.
Come and let's celebrate!
P-TECH & AVID Present: 2nd Annual Exhibition & Induction Night!
Join us on Monday, May 19 at 5:00 PM for our 2nd Annual P-TECH & AVID Exhibition and Induction Night! Families are invited to explore our 9th and 10th grade students’ health science projects, followed by a special ceremony at 6:00 PM to welcome new P-TECH/AVID students and honor our first graduating class—the ALPHAS. Stick around for refreshments and cake—because no celebration is complete without dessert!
We’d love to see our P-TECH families and partners there. Your support makes all the difference!
Rising Seniors: Health Science Opportunity Just for You!
Are you interested in gaining real-world experience in the dental field while earning $12/hour?
Dr. Alexander Orthodontics is hiring two dependable Bowie P-TECH rising seniors to assist with dental sterilization and patient prep. Flexible shifts are available Monday through Thursday, and this role counts toward clinical hours. You must have your own transportation and be able to pass a background check.
This is a great way to start a part time job, boost your resume, gain experience, and represent our P-TECH program professionally.
Click here for more details!

Bowie P-TECH
is an innovative, forward-thinking program dedicated to the success of all students.
Our program provides students with a unique opportunity to pursue accelerated coursework with an emphasis on health science pathways. Bowie P-TECH is located in the halls of James Bowie High School in Arlington, Texas. Go VOLS!

Arlington ISD

P-TECH at Bowie High School » Arlington ISD

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.

Mrs. Alicia DeVaull, P-TECH Principal: Email: [email protected] | Phone: (682) 867-4400 Ext. 74405
Mrs. Teresa Sandoval, P-TECH Counselor: Email: [email protected] | Phone: (682) 867-4400 Ext. 74498
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