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Region 1 outlines RPIP "Bridge" partnership to expand CTE options for Progreso students
Summary
Region 1 presented the Rural Pathways Excellence Partnership (RPIP) terms and current Bridge collaboration: Progreso students are participating in manufacturing and real-estate pathways that deliver dual-credit and industry certifications, while district leaders plan to add health science and teacher-training pathways as funding permits.
A Region 1 representative briefed trustees on the RPIP program created by House Bill 2209 and how Progreso is participating in a local "Bridge" partnership with Santa Maria to expand career and technical education options for students.
"The purpose of the RPIP is to help against the challenge that small districts have with, college and career readiness," the presenter said, describing the program’s intent to allow small rural districts to share CTE programs and funding. Under the Bridge arrangement, Progreso students are currently enrolled in precision manufacturing technology taught with South Texas College partners and in real-estate coursework hosted at Santa Maria; the presenter said participating seniors can earn up to 24 dual-credit hours and industry-based certifications.
Region 1 described Bridge goals including sustainability (10% growth goals), pathway design to guarantee an industry-based certification at completion, and drop-off prevention strategies such as broadening student organizations. The presenter also said RPIP funding and shared staffing are expected to let the district add health-science and teacher-training pathways once funding is secured.
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