Early College High School
Sonia Villalon
ECHS Director
syvillalon@bisd.us
956-698-2498
Aracely Del Angel Garcia
College Readiness Counselor
adagarcia@bisd.us
956-698-0294
What is an early college high school?Early College High Schools are innovative high schools that allow students least likely to attend college an opportunity to earn a high school diploma and 60 college credit hours. Early College High Schools: Retrieved from: TEA Link to ECHS Information
Is the Early College High School Model Successful?The Early College model is gaining national attention due to its success in raising high school graduation and college retention rates for students at risk of not graduating. The program provides student support systems, including tutoring, counseling, and mentoring while reducing barriers to college for students who might not otherwise achieve post-secondary success. |