Early College High School
Round Rock ISD
Congratulations to Early College High School for another year of an "A" rating. You have achieved a DECADE OF EXCELLENCE performing the prestious A rating for all 10 years open.
ATTN ALL 10th and 11th Grade Students and Parents!
PSAT will take place on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Please help remind your student to bring their district-issued device fully charged to school on this day.Additional Student
PSAT will take place on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Please help remind your student to bring their district-issued device fully charged to school on this day.Additional Student
Learn about Prop A, VATRE on our webpage: RoundRockISD.org/2026VATRE
ECHS PTSA Membership Update
Current Milestone
• 242 MEMBERS!
• We met both our September and October goals in one day!
Future Goals
• Next Goal: 262 members by November 30.
Membership & Ticket Pricing
• Student Membership + Homecoming Ticket Bundle: Just $20 through October 17.
• Already a Member? Homecoming tickets are $14 each (up to 2 tickets) through October 17.
Footer Information
• Tagline: It pays to be an ECHS PTSA student member.
• Website: www.echsptsa.com
Current Milestone
• 242 MEMBERS!
• We met both our September and October goals in one day!
Future Goals
• Next Goal: 262 members by November 30.
Membership & Ticket Pricing
• Student Membership + Homecoming Ticket Bundle: Just $20 through October 17.
• Already a Member? Homecoming tickets are $14 each (up to 2 tickets) through October 17.
Footer Information
• Tagline: It pays to be an ECHS PTSA student member.
• Website: www.echsptsa.com
ECHS PRESENTS AT MIDDLE SCHOOL INFO SESSIONS
We Appreciate Mrs. Holmes and Mrs. Hornecker for planning our Middle School Recruitment Visits during the day several Fridays (during the Fall 2026 semester); along with evening family information sessions within each learning community.
We Appreciate Mrs. Holmes and Mrs. Hornecker for planning our Middle School Recruitment Visits during the day several Fridays (during the Fall 2026 semester); along with evening family information sessions within each learning community.
552 HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES
14.7M DOLLARS IN SCHOLARSHIPS
424 ASSOCIATE DEGREES
WE ARE ROUND ROCK ISD
EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL
A DECADE OF EXCELLENCE
PIE FOUNDATION
ECHS Broadcast received a PIE Grant for $1000 this week. Special thank you to RRISD Partners in Education Foundation
What school supplies will students need for this school year?
All ECHS students will need to be prepared each day with their laptops and chargers. As well as having access to the items below as a starting point:
Pens
Pencils
Highlighters
Composition Notebook
Notebook Paper
Sticky Notes
Graph Paper
Crayons
Glue Stick
OPTIONAL Supplies for ECHS students:
Calculator- TI-84
Computer Mouse (if desired)
***PLEASE NOTE: ECHS teachers will also share their syllabi with the students and highlight any other school supplies needed for their classes.
All ECHS students will need to be prepared each day with their laptops and chargers. As well as having access to the items below as a starting point:
Pens
Pencils
Highlighters
Composition Notebook
Notebook Paper
Sticky Notes
Graph Paper
Crayons
Glue Stick
OPTIONAL Supplies for ECHS students:
Calculator- TI-84
Computer Mouse (if desired)
***PLEASE NOTE: ECHS teachers will also share their syllabi with the students and highlight any other school supplies needed for their classes.
Complete your Free and Reduced Lunch Application
Completing a Free & Reduced Lunch Application is about MORE than meals. It opens doors to valuable resources and funding that support our students and school.
It's Free. It's Confidential. It's Important.
Access to Meal Benefits
Helps your student receive free or reduced-price meals, making healthy meals more accessible.
Test Fee Waivers
Reduces registration fees for AP tests and qualifies students for SAT and ACT fee waivers.
College Application Fees
Provides college application fee waivers.
Additional Application Details
One Application per Household: You only need to fill out one application per family, even if your children attend different RRISD schools.
Confidentiality: Status is kept strictly confidential; campus point-of-sale systems process student accounts automatically without revealing eligibility.
Annual Renewal: Applications must be resubmitted at the beginning of every school year.
School Funding: Completing the form helps RRISD secure critical state and federal grants that pay for classroom resources, student support services, and campus technology.
You can apply today by visiting: bit.ly/3TGYgAh
Completing a Free & Reduced Lunch Application is about MORE than meals. It opens doors to valuable resources and funding that support our students and school.
It's Free. It's Confidential. It's Important.
Access to Meal Benefits
Helps your student receive free or reduced-price meals, making healthy meals more accessible.
Test Fee Waivers
Reduces registration fees for AP tests and qualifies students for SAT and ACT fee waivers.
College Application Fees
Provides college application fee waivers.
Additional Application Details
One Application per Household: You only need to fill out one application per family, even if your children attend different RRISD schools.
Confidentiality: Status is kept strictly confidential; campus point-of-sale systems process student accounts automatically without revealing eligibility.
Annual Renewal: Applications must be resubmitted at the beginning of every school year.
School Funding: Completing the form helps RRISD secure critical state and federal grants that pay for classroom resources, student support services, and campus technology.
You can apply today by visiting: bit.ly/3TGYgAh
BACK TO SCHOOL BASH!
AUGUST 14, 2026
FROM 6:00 - 7:30 PM
BE GREETED BY ECHS STAFF & ECHS PTSA!
PICK UP YOUR FALL 2026 SCHEDULE!
DROP OFF ACC BOOKS!
PURCHASE PTSA MEMBERSHIPS & ECHS SPIRITWEAR!
***There will be an ECHS PTSA WELCOME Meeting to Kick Off the August 14th Bash at 5:30 pm!Join Us! Attendees that check in at all stations, will be eligible to win a PRIZE from PTSA!
**This is a Come and Go event, but you must be present to win a prize in the PTSA drawing.
Have you completed your 2026-27 annual forms for your student?
Make sure to complete these and check them off your list early!
School starts Aug. 19, and our online annual forms portal closes Sept. 4.
If you need help with your forms, please make an appointment with any of our campus registrars.
Advanced English 1, English II & Advanced Social Studies REQUIRED Summer Reading Assignment
Welcome to Round Rock Early College High School! This summer, you will have to read a novel and create a map. This is required and it is intended to help you to stay in the practice of reading and analyzing texts and maps (crucial skills you will need for college). You will turn in the assignment during the fourth week of school. Click Here for Advanced English 1 & Advanced Social Studies .
Click here for English II Summer Science Fiction Inquiry Project
Round Rock ISD
ECHS Summer Bridge
Tuesday 5/26 - ECHS Explore Day
Wednesday 5/27 - PTSA Parent Breakfast & Student Team Building
Thursday 5/28 - ACC Explore Day
Friday 5/29 *- Reading & Writing TSI (AM) - Required, Math TSI (PM)-Optional, RSVP needed
*For Current RRISD students only
Bring Everyday - Refillable Water Bottle & Sunscreen
9AM - 1 PM Daily
May 26th - 29th
Round Rock Early College HS
4400 College Park Dr.
Round Rock Early College High School Commencement 2026
Link below of RRISD Graduation Website that includes ECHS 2026 Commencement photos (towards the bottom of the page) and video (Coming Soon), for your reference. https://www.roundrockisd.org/page/graduation
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR ECHS CLASS OF 2026 GRADUATES!!!
Link below of RRISD Graduation Website that includes ECHS 2026 Commencement photos (towards the bottom of the page) and video (Coming Soon), for your reference. https://www.roundrockisd.org/page/graduation
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR ECHS CLASS OF 2026 GRADUATES!!!
Diploma Pick Up - June 2, 2026 and June 3, 2026!
Congratulations Class of 2026!
Diploma pick up will be on June 2nd & June 3rd from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the front office.
Also, if the district MIS office is finished processing graduates an “unofficial” copy of your transcript will be provided with your diploma as well. Official transcripts can be ordered at any time and will be sent in the order received as soon as graduate transcripts are available. Please submit your transcript request here. Graduates receive one electronic transcript submission at no charge.
PLEASE NOTE: Students and or parents/guardians can only pick up diplomas for themselves or their student but not for anyone else. All obligations must be clear to receive your diploma.
Congratulations Class of 2026!
Diploma pick up will be on June 2nd & June 3rd from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the front office.
Also, if the district MIS office is finished processing graduates an “unofficial” copy of your transcript will be provided with your diploma as well. Official transcripts can be ordered at any time and will be sent in the order received as soon as graduate transcripts are available. Please submit your transcript request here. Graduates receive one electronic transcript submission at no charge.
PLEASE NOTE: Students and or parents/guardians can only pick up diplomas for themselves or their student but not for anyone else. All obligations must be clear to receive your diploma.
Round Rock ISD students will need to take home their district-issued Chromebook over the summer. All students’ Classlink and Google accounts will remain available over the summer break.
If you are a graduating senior, please return your device and charger to your school’s ITS before graduation.
Students participating in the district-provided summer learning programs will need to bring their Chromebooks with them each day.
If you have any questions or need additional info, read the latest story “Student Technology Reminder” with this link: https://www.roundrockisd.org/article/2892830
ACC Government Field Trip
This is a picture from the ACC Government class field trip to the historic Williamson County Courthouse in Georgetown, Texas. Students got to meet with county judge Steve Snell in the courthouse's most historic courtroom.
This is a picture from the ACC Government class field trip to the historic Williamson County Courthouse in Georgetown, Texas. Students got to meet with county judge Steve Snell in the courthouse's most historic courtroom.
Congratulations to Dr. Mckenzie Eggers on being named the 2027 ECHS Teacher of the Year. As an outstanding English I educator, Dr. Eggers is an integral part of the culture and climate at ECHS. We sincerely appreciate her unwavering commitment to going above and beyond for our students and the entire school community.
Congratulations to Mrs. Reaux on receiving the Favorite Teacher of the Class of 2026!
On Friday, May 1st, it was Fantastic to celebrate ten of our ECHS Seniors, during a TOP TEN Student Recognition ceremony in the Commons. So very proud of each ECHS Owl for their hard work, dedication, and stellar academic performance throughout these four years!
# 1 Valedictorian - Alexander K.
#2 Salutatorian - Amelie H.
#3 - Miles M.
#4 - Dylan G.
#5 - Carra J.
#6 - Leyla E.
#7 - Arsenii M.
#8 - Brooklynn W.
#9 - Sador T.
#10 - Xabier B L.
We were pleased to greet the parents & families of our Top Ten students! A welcome was provided by Dr. Wilson and many Thanks to Round Rock ISD Assistant Superintendent of Academics, Rodrigo Portillo, who joined and shared sentiments during the ceremony. Our Appreciation to Mrs. Holmes and Mrs. Hornecker for presenting our students and to Mrs. Ross for her closing remarks! Thanks to members of the ECHS staff and students for attending in support!
CONGRATULATIONS to each of these wonderful students, their parents/guardians and families on this honor!
# 1 Valedictorian - Alexander K.
#2 Salutatorian - Amelie H.
#3 - Miles M.
#4 - Dylan G.
#5 - Carra J.
#6 - Leyla E.
#7 - Arsenii M.
#8 - Brooklynn W.
#9 - Sador T.
#10 - Xabier B L.
We were pleased to greet the parents & families of our Top Ten students! A welcome was provided by Dr. Wilson and many Thanks to Round Rock ISD Assistant Superintendent of Academics, Rodrigo Portillo, who joined and shared sentiments during the ceremony. Our Appreciation to Mrs. Holmes and Mrs. Hornecker for presenting our students and to Mrs. Ross for her closing remarks! Thanks to members of the ECHS staff and students for attending in support!
CONGRATULATIONS to each of these wonderful students, their parents/guardians and families on this honor!
