# 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!
We were very pleased to CELEBRATE our ECHS Class of 2026 Seniors during the RRISD AVID Senior Celebration on April 28th! CONGRATULATIONS to our ECHS senior, Jacquelyn Edwards, who did a great job representing Early College High School as a featured speaker!
SHOUT OUT to all our ECHS Seniors who were honored yesterday evening during the RRISD AVID Senior Celebration! THANKS to the members of our ECHS Team (Mrs. Reaux, Mrs. Lucero, Mr. Thomas, Ms. Martinez, Mrs. Wagliardo, Mrs. Ross and Dr. Wilson) who attended the AVID Senior Celebration! SHOUT OUT to Mrs. Wagliardo for her efforts to help plan this district event and as our AVID Site coordinator!
Many Thanks to the ECHS PTSA President, Mrs. Lynch and Treasurer, Mrs. Reass along with the ECHS Wellness Club (sponsored by Mrs. Padmanabhan & Mrs. Holmes) for helping to plan and coordinate the RRISD Annual AFSP Campus Walk on May 2nd! This walk was purposed to support mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
ACC Chancellor's Reception, ECHS Students 2026
New to the district? Returning students? Want to register for available summer camps? Just want to come and ask some questions? Come by from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Pearson Ranch Middle School to meet with us.
✅ New in-district & out-of-district student enrollment & annual forms.
✅ Summer camp sign-ups.
✅ Learn about virtual learning.
✅ Fun activities + refreshments for students.
✅ Get answers from our experts.
Enrolling a new student? Make sure to bring these documents:
Student’s certified birth certificate,
Immunization records,
Proof of residence within the school district boundaries, or bring your district transfer approval.
The last report card or withdrawal form from the prior school district (if available), and
The student’s Social Security Card (if available).
Need more info? Check out our District Enrollment Webpage www.roundrockisd.org/enroll
We are incredibly grateful for your strong leadership, warm demeanor, and unwavering support for both students and staff. Your tireless efforts and dedication truly make our school a better place, and we appreciate everything you bring to our community. Thank you, Mrs. Ross, for all you do!
Early College High School Commons
April 2, 2026, 5:30 to 7:30pm
Come and go event
During the week of March 9th, we were pleased to celebrate a dedicated and well deserving member of our Early College High School Community! We honored Ms. Margaret Thompson as our ECHS Paraprofessional of the Year!
Ms.Thompson is an experienced educator who joined Early College High School in 2024. Since that time, she has served as a Special Education Educational Assistant, supporting students within the classroom and across our campus. We appreciate all she does and are grateful to have Ms. Thompson on our team!
CONGRATULATIONS MS. THOMPSON!
https://www.youtube.com/@RRISD_ECHS_Broadcast
CAMPUS REMINDERS:
ECHS | Food & Beverage Handbook Addendum:
Food and Beverages in the Learning Environment
The guidelines below went into effect February 23, 2026 and are provided to maintain a focused, respectful, and safe learning environment. Please note that all food and drinks must adhere to the RRISD Student Code of Conduct.
Food Consumption
Food consumption in classrooms will be limited to designated, pre-approved times, and settings. Food may only be consumed during approved events or activities (e.g., pre-approved celebrations, pre-approved instructional activities involving food, or other administrative approval). Outside of these designated and pre-approved instances, students may have food items packed away but eating is not permitted in instructional spaces (i.e.: Gym, 2nd floor, 3rd floor).
When food is permitted, students are expected to:
*Eat quietly and respectfully.
*Clean up all trash, crumbs, and spills immediately.
*Properly dispose of waste in designated receptacles.
*Avoid sharing food due to allergy and safety concerns.
*Follow any additional expectations communicated by the teacher or administration.
These guidelines help protect instructional time, classroom materials, technology, and the health and safety of all students.
Beverage Containers
Only beverages in secure, spill-resistant containers are permitted in classrooms. Acceptable containers include bottles with screw-top lids with or without straws or other fully closable designs. Open-top cups, drinks without secure lids, or beverages without lids are not permitted in instructional spaces (i.e.: Gym, 2nd floor, 3rd floor).
During approved activities or events (e.g., pre-approved celebrations, pre-approved instructional activities involving drinks, pre-approved enrichment clubs, or other administrative approval) alternate beverage containers may be used in designated areas only.
Students are responsible for ensuring their beverages do not spill or damage school property. Any disruption caused by improper containers or spills may result in the loss of beverage privileges.
Ryker Martindale, a 10th grader at ECHS, has been selected as a BigFuture Ambassador by the College Board for the 2026 spring cohort. The BigFuture Ambassador program is a community of high school students that volunteer to support their peers in planning for life after graduation.
Early College High School is very pleased to welcome our new Campus Office Specialist, Lori Baumgarten!
Mrs. Baumgarten is an experienced office team member within RRISD. She has worked as an Elementary Attendance Specialist and Registrar. She is pictured with her husband, high school son Alex and middle school daughter Lily. Mrs. Baumgarten loves to travel and learn about new places. Her family loves to go camping together. In free time, she is either reading a book (actual paper books) or taking long walks listening to true crime podcasts. She is very excited to join the ECHS community! Welcome to the ECHS Family!
Early College High School is very pleased to welcome our new Senior Administrative Associate, Geneva Guardiola!
Mrs. Guardiola is an experienced office team member with over twenty years in RRISD. She has worked as a H.S. Records processor, Elementary Campus Office Specialist and most recently as ECHS Office Specialist. Outside of work, Geneva Guardiola enjoys spending time with family, who are a constant source of encouragement and pride. Geneva’s family includes her husband of 25+ years Leo, adult son Christopher, adult daughter Marissa and middle school son Ethan. Mrs. Guardiola is excited for the opportunity to continue to support the students, parents and staff of ECHS in this new capacity!
You can read more about this ribbon cutting with the news link here: https://www.roundrockisd.org/article/2634973
From innovative, collaborative learning spaces to natural lighting and student-centered amenities, this campus reflects the future of learning. #FuturesBuiltHere #ItStartsWithUs
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La Escuela Preparatoria de Universidad Temprana (ECHS, siglas en inglés) celebró oficialmente la inauguración de su escuela, lo que marcó la finalización del proyecto integral del Bono 2018 y el primer proyecto del programa del Bono 2024 de Round Rock ISD que se completó.
Puedes leer más sobre esta inauguración en el enlace de noticias que aparece aquí: https://www.roundrockisd.org/article/2634973
Desde espacios de aprendizaje innovadores y colaborativos hasta la iluminación natural y las instalaciones centradas en los estudiantes, esta escuela refleja el futuro del aprendizaje. #FuturesBuiltHere #ItStartsWithUs
Location Map for ECHS New Campus & Live Ribbon Cutting Link
