Poetry, TX – May 2026 – Poetry Community Christian School (PCCS) is proud to announce a new partnership with Nelson University that will provide PCCS high school students the opportunity to earn an Associate’s Degree in General Studies while completing their secondary education at PCCS high school.
Through Nelson University’s Early College Credit program, high schoolers at PCCS can earn 61 hours of college credit, positioning them for a seamless transition into higher education and significantly reducing the time and cost required to complete a bachelor’s degree.
A distinguishing feature of the program is PCCS’s “Flex-Plan,” designed to maximize accessibility and student success. Under this model, students can begin earning college credits as early as their freshman and sophomore years, with flexible course offerings available during the spring, summer, and fall terms. This structure allows students to benefit from academic pacing and balance coursework with extracurricular and personal commitments.
The program maintains rigorous academic standards while leveraging PCCS’s dedicated faculty with advanced degrees. Courses in English, Social Sciences, Mathematics, Speech, Government, and Bible will be taught by embedded PCCS instructors who hold master’s degrees, ensuring both academic excellence and continuity within the school’s Christ-centered educational environment.
“PCCS has offered dual credits toward one year of college credits for nearly two decades. This partnership represents a important step forward in expanding opportunities for our students,” said Dr. Horan, the PCCS president. “By combining the strengths of PCCS and Nelson University, we are equipping students with both a strong spiritual foundation and a head start on their college journey.”
The collaboration reflects PCCS’s ongoing commitment to academic innovation, affordability, and holistic student development. Graduates of the program will leave PCCS not only with a high school diploma but also with a fully accredited Associate’s Degree, giving them a competitive advantage in college admissions and future career pursuits.
Enrollment for the Early College Credit program begins with the new program launching this fall.
For more information about the program, please contact: Debbie Dominguez at candc@poetrychristian.org.
About Poetry Community Christian School (PCCS)
Poetry Community Christian School (PCCS) is dedicated to providing a Christ-centered education that fosters academic excellence, spiritual growth, and leadership development in students from diverse backgrounds. PCCS is an accredited private Christian school located on 12.6 acres in Poetry, Texas, serving students from PK-12th grade. Founded in 2002, the school provides a college-preparatory, Christ-centered education with an emphasis on academic excellence, spiritual growth, and a welcoming family-oriented environment. It offers a wide range of academic courses, enrichment electives, athletics, dual college credits, honors courses, and a learning differences program. Overall, PCCS focuses on partnering with families to develop students who are academically prepared, faith-driven, and equipped for college and future careers.
About Nelson University
Nelson University is an accredited private, faith-based university located on a 76 acre campus south of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. Founded in 1927, the university offers 70 degree programs including associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees across disciplines such as liberal arts, business, education, and ministry. Its curriculum emphasizes the integration of faith and learning, preparing students for careers as well as Christian leadership and service. Nelson University serves roughly 2,000 students and maintains small class sizes, allowing for personalized instruction and mentoring and a close-knit, community-oriented environment with a strong focus on spiritual development, chapel life, and student engagement.
Submitted by Ann Puidk Horan, EdD, Poetry Community Christian School President
