PTEC - Pembina Trails Early College (a Program Offered at PTC!)

Pembina Trails Early College (PTEC) is a program designed by experts in the IT field, post-secondary education, and Pembina Trails School Division to deliver accelerated programming in the relevant, highly technical curricular areas of software development, coding, networking, and cybersecurity.

In grades 9 and 10, students accepted into PTEC will spend the entire day at Pembina Trails Collegiate (PTC), learning their compulsory and high-tech courses. In grades 11 and 12, students will take their compulsory courses at PTC for half of the day and the other half at MITT, where they will work towards earning their post-secondary education within their 9-12 time at high school.

PTEC creates a comprehensive and authentic experience for students who are interested in being a part of the digital world. We offer 32 students a spot in PTEC at PTC. If there are more than 32 students who apply, those students will be put on a waiting list. The process of selection is through a lottery so that all students in Pembina Trails School Division have an equal opportunity to attend. 

If you are currently in grade 8 and are a Pembina Trails School Division student or reside in the Pembina Trails catchment area and are interested in applying to PTEC, please note that there are two parts to the application process.

International Students or students who do not reside in the Pembina Trails School Division can not apply.

Deadline for applications is March 21st, 2025 at noon (12:00 pm).

PTEC Application Process: 2025-2026

1. Complete the Application

Download and complete the attached application form.

2. Provide Two Letters of Reference
   Submit two letters of reference from a teacher, coach, or someone who can speak to your academic abilities, personal qualities, and readiness for the program’s unique demands. PTEC is an intensive program that requires strong work habits, organization, collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, connection to self, and citizenship.
3. Write a Letter of Intention
    Write a letter explaining why you are interested in becoming a student at PTEC and why the program would be a good fit for you. Most students submit a letter that is approximately one page in length.
4. Submit Your Application, Letters of Reference, and Letter of Intention
   After completing the application form, writing your letter of intention, and obtaining two letters of reference, email all documents as attachments to Mrs. Lana Francis at lafrancis@pembinatrails.ca. Applications will not be considered unless all required documents are attached. Once received, Mrs. Francis will send you a confirmation email.
5. Attend the Grade 9 Information Session

Join us on February 13, 2025, at 5:00 PM to learn more about PTEC and PTC. If you miss the presentation or want to review it, you can find the presentation recording using the attached link. Additionally, attend the MITT PTEC Exploration Evening on Wednesday, February 20, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at MITT, 130 Henlow Bay, to explore the program further.

All students who apply will be contacted after the lottery has taken place.

PTEC Family letter 2025.pdf

2025-2026 PTEC APPLICATION FORM.pdf