Student Applications are available by contacting your student's 8th grade school counselor.

• Vistas ECHS Lottery Process

• Parent Partnership Contract

• Family Engagement Success Contract

WHAT IS AN EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL?

The Early College High School (ECHS) model is a blend of high school and college coursework that gives students the opportunity to earn up to 60 hours, or two years, of tuition-free college credit while earning a high school diploma. This model increases college readiness, providing rigorous instruction and coursework as well as academic and social support. Early College High School aims to:

• engage first-generation college students

• provide up to 60 dual credit hours toward an associate degree at no cost to students

• offer courses that mirror a college setting, with academic counseling to help students develop skills needed for post-high school success

• increase college enrollment and success rates for all students

• strengthen connections between middle schools, high schools and higher education institutions to promote a culture of college readiness

"The Texas Education Agency (TEA) launched the initiative to increase the college readiness of students across Texas by providing rigorous instruction and coursework as well as academic and social support. Early College High Schools provide students with highly personalized attention and encourage lasting relationships with teachers and classmates. The experience creates a college-like culture that encourages students to continue their higher education journey."

-CCR School Models