The background
According to a district news release, NEISD is partnering with Alamo Colleges District to let students graduate with up to 60 college credit hours that are transferable to a four-year institution and an associate’s degree.
NEISD officials said students will also be able to earn Industry Based Certifications at no charge to them or their families.
Digging deeper
ECHS will offer students a chance to focus their coursework on in-demand careers such as education, accounting and the hospitality industry. Aspiring teachers may get real-world experience by working with NEISD elementary educators. Students interested in business and hospitality will get opportunities to work with San Antonio-area industry leaders through internships and on-the-job training and experience.
ECHS will accept students for the 2024-25 school year through a lottery system, district officials said.
