The Early College High School program provides academic rigor and the prospect for students to save time and money in attaining a college Associate’s Degree. In partnership with Westchester Community College, the Academy blends high school and college courses so that students can compress the time it takes to complete a high school diploma and the first two years of college. Serving both developmental and intellectual needs, the Academy prepares students to become cooperative team members, responsible citizens, effective communicators, proficient problem solvers and independent thinkers and workers.
The Early College Academy is aligned with the Early College High School philosophy
Students are prepared for the academic rigors of postsecondary education
Juniors and seniors follow a college course schedule – semester, intersession and summer courses - that enable them to achieve an Associate’s Degree in Communication Arts, Visual Arts or Computer Technology
Technology is infused into every aspect of teaching and learning
College-life environment is provided at the high school - College Center and advisor, Student Union and Student Government
Teacher/Student Advisory Program provides ongoing academic and developmental supports
ASSIST - Academic Student Support and Intervention System Team uses the Response to Intervention Model
Community Service program inspires volunteerism • Extended learning day embraces in-depth study, research-based projects and on-line courses
The overall mission of Early College High School is for all students to value their education. If students value their education, they will commit to:
Setting high expectations
Setting high standards
Being highly motivated
maintaining excellent atttendance
participating in a rigorous academic curriculum
partaking in a rigorous extracurricular program
taking advantage of all resources (after school tutorials, enrichment programs)
respectinb self and others
taking responsiblity for their actions (accountability)
believing in themselves and developing confidence and trust
developing character traits (integrity, dignity)
