Did you know that at Travis you can complete an average of
2 years of college, all for FREE?!
Find out more about our Early College High School program!
Attention newly accepted ECHS students!
Congratulations! Notification letters have been sent out. The blue commitment form with student and parent signature is due on Wed, May 3rd. Mandatory TSI testing will be held on Saturday, May 6th (see flier below). If you have not received a letter or if you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Orozco at 512-414-7715.
Congratulations! Notification letters have been sent out. The blue commitment form with student and parent signature is due on Wed, May 3rd. Mandatory TSI testing will be held on Saturday, May 6th (see flier below). If you have not received a letter or if you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Orozco at 512-414-7715.
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What is Early College High School?
A Great Opportunity! Travis Early College High School provides the opportunity for students to earn an associate degree or up to 60 hours of credit towards a bachelor's degree while in high school. Early College High Schools are an innovative way for high school students to earn both a high school diploma and a two-year associate degree (or up to two years credit toward a bachelor’s degree) in the time it takes to go to high school - saving the student both time and money. Early college high schools are focused on getting students on a direct college path. They are different than college preparatory schools, since students are actually taking college courses, not simply preparing themselves for college. From greatschools.org |
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The Program
This amazing program offers the following:
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Travis ECHS students check out books and study at ACC Riverside library
Tuition Costs
There are no tuition, books or transportation costs for Early College High School students or their parents. The program is free.
Travis Early College High School is an outstanding value and investment of time and effort for our students. In Texas colleges, the average cost for 60 hours of college credit is $23,458. The cost for Travis Early College High School is $0!
Click here to get an idea of tuition costs for Texas colleges and universities.
There are no tuition, books or transportation costs for Early College High School students or their parents. The program is free.
Travis Early College High School is an outstanding value and investment of time and effort for our students. In Texas colleges, the average cost for 60 hours of college credit is $23,458. The cost for Travis Early College High School is $0!
Click here to get an idea of tuition costs for Texas colleges and universities.
Eligibility
Travis High School wants our ECHS student population to be a diverse group of students. To meet the intent of this program we place emphasis on selecting students who will be great representatives of Travis High School and meet one or more of the following criteria:
In addition, the following are key attributes of successful ECHS students:
Once enrolled, students must maintain a 2.0 (B) grade average to continue in the program.
Travis High School wants our ECHS student population to be a diverse group of students. To meet the intent of this program we place emphasis on selecting students who will be great representatives of Travis High School and meet one or more of the following criteria:
- Students who are entering their 9th or 10th grade
- Students who are first generation college potential (neither custodial parent has received a 4-year degree)
- Students who would benefit from accelerated academic instruction
- Students who are at-risk of not completing high school or pursuing higher education
- Students who are under-served in higher education
In addition, the following are key attributes of successful ECHS students:
- Ability to make mature, responsible, independent and productive choices that contribute to success and growth
- Desire to be intellectually challenged and experience rigorous college level and honors-level high school courses
- Ability to work cooperatively and be engaged in communication, leadership, critical thinking, problem solving, and making education a priority
- Desire to effectively and appropriately use technology toward educational purposes and enrichment
Once enrolled, students must maintain a 2.0 (B) grade average to continue in the program.
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Student Expectations
All students applying to the Travis Early College High School program must agree to a contract of expectations. Student expectations include:
Click here for a full list of expectation for students of Early College High School. |
Current Travis ECHS students in a tutoring session at ACC Riverside
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Travis ECHS students get free transportation to ACC Riverside and back!
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Parent Expectations
Parents are our students’ most important educators and have the greatest influence on them. Parents will also be asked to agree to a contract of expectation supporting their student. Parent expectations include:
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Travis ECHS students head to class at ACC Riverside
Application Process
The Early College High School program is open to any student that meets the eligibility criteria listed above, but students must complete an application. The program has two application periods throughout the year: Fall and Spring.
The Fall application is for 8th graders and currently enrolled Travis 9th graders. The application deadline this year is March 31, 2017. Eighth grade students in any AISD middle school and from schools outside of AISD, can apply. Students admitted to the program that reside outside of the Travis HS attendance zone and out-of-district students can request a district transfer to attend Travis HS. Keep reading for information about requesting a transfer.
Once students apply and are notified of program acceptance, they are required to take the TSI test, and then participate in a summer bridge program in June where they will take classes in college readiness, reading, writing, and TSI preparation, depending on what they need according to test scores. Students that are college-ready by the end of the summer bridge, can register to begin taking ACC classes in the Fall semester. Students that do not achieve passing scores, have the opportunity to participate in TSI prep tutorials and retest in the fall to begin ACC classes the following Spring.
The Early College High School program is open to any student that meets the eligibility criteria listed above, but students must complete an application. The program has two application periods throughout the year: Fall and Spring.
The Fall application is for 8th graders and currently enrolled Travis 9th graders. The application deadline this year is March 31, 2017. Eighth grade students in any AISD middle school and from schools outside of AISD, can apply. Students admitted to the program that reside outside of the Travis HS attendance zone and out-of-district students can request a district transfer to attend Travis HS. Keep reading for information about requesting a transfer.
Once students apply and are notified of program acceptance, they are required to take the TSI test, and then participate in a summer bridge program in June where they will take classes in college readiness, reading, writing, and TSI preparation, depending on what they need according to test scores. Students that are college-ready by the end of the summer bridge, can register to begin taking ACC classes in the Fall semester. Students that do not achieve passing scores, have the opportunity to participate in TSI prep tutorials and retest in the fall to begin ACC classes the following Spring.
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NOTE: All incoming 9th grade ECHS students must participate in the AVID program at Travis HS. AVID provides support to students enrolled in ACC classes by offering tutoring, homework time, and academic/organizational checks. AVID teaches the study and organizational skills needed for college success and offers additional TSI preparation to those who need it. Applicants in 8th grade must submit an AVID application along with ECHS application by deadline. Click on button to link to the AVID application.
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The Spring application is for current Travis HS 9th or 10th graders interested in starting the program the upcoming Spring. The Spring 2018 application deadline is October 13, 2017. After submitting application, students must take the TSI test and if their scores indicate they are college ready, they can enroll in college classes at ACC for Spring semester. Student that do not achieve passing scores, can participate in TSI prep tutorials and have the opportunity to retest in the Spring/Summer to begin college classes the following Fall.
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ABOUT TRANSFER REQUESTS:
Students that need to request an in-district or out-of-district transfer to attend Travis HS must first apply to Travis ECHS program by deadline. Once an acceptance letter is received, please return the ECHS Commitment Form included with letter. This will secure that an in-district transfer is processed automatically if needed. If you need an out-of-district transfer you must complete the transfer application with the AISD Student Services office. |
Contact
If you have any questions about the Early College High School program at Travis HS, please contact:
Mrs. Vangie Orozco
ECHS Program Coordinator
512-414-7715
vangie.orozco@austinisd.org
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Mrs. Jaime Garcia
ECHS Counselor
512-414-6356
jaime.garcia@austinisd.org
If you have any questions about the Early College High School program at Travis HS, please contact:
Mrs. Vangie Orozco
ECHS Program Coordinator
512-414-7715
vangie.orozco@austinisd.org
OR
Mrs. Jaime Garcia
ECHS Counselor
512-414-6356
jaime.garcia@austinisd.org
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