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‘Reward is so much greater in the end’ | Meet ECHS Graduate Jasmine W.

This spring, more than 3,700 Riverbat students are invited to participate in the Austin Community 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, May 14, at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park.  One of those students is Jasmine … Continue reading

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ACC Celebrates More Than 800 Early College Graduates at 2026 Chancellor’s Reception

Graduation season is here, and Austin Community College District (ACC) is celebrating the achievements of students across Central Texas. The College celebrated more than 800 high school seniors, who are already ahead of the curve, … Continue reading

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Manor Early College High School Graduate Gets a Head Start With ACC

“Don’t be scared and don’t let anything hold you back.” – Mia Martinez, ACC Graduate This spring, 107 Manor Independent School District (ISD) students are invited to participate in the spring 2025 commencement. One of … Continue reading

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‘Find a college that fits you’ | ECHS Graduate Niobe G. talks plans to transfer 

Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates more than 3,000 graduates at its spring 2024 commencement ceremony. Friends and family are invited to congratulate students Friday, May 17 at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park. One … Continue reading

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From ECHS to Northwestern University | Meet Spring 2024 Graduate Sapphire H.

Austin Community College District (ACC) invites more than 3,000 graduates to walk at its spring 2024 commencement ceremony on Friday, May 17, at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park. One of those students is Sapphire … Continue reading

Enrollment now open for new Travis ECHS Hospitality Management Program

Austin Community College District (ACC) partners with Austin Independent School District (AISD), Austin Hotel Lodging Association, and Visit Austin for a new innovative program at Travis Early College High School (ECHS). Enrollment is now open … Continue reading

Getting ahead: ACC experts explore four options to jumpstart college in high school

Austin Community College District (ACC) provides all high school students in the service area an opportunity to earn college credit while still attending high school at little to no cost. Our experts explore several options … Continue reading

ACC & Round Rock ISD celebrate first cohort of ECHS graduates

Austin Community College (ACC) and Round Rock Independent School District (RRISD) celebrate the first cohort of Early College High School (ECHS) graduates Monday, May 18. More than 100 RRISD students are expected to graduate from … Continue reading

ACC seeks feedback for dual credit proposals

Austin Community College (ACC) is considering several proposals to provide better support for high school students enrolled in dual credit courses. The college is seeking feedback from faculty and staff. Dual credit students comprise 18 … Continue reading

ACC honors record number of high school seniors graduating with college credential

Austin Community College (ACC) celebrates its largest Early College High School (ECHS) class and other seniors who are graduating with college credits and committing to enrolling at ACC with the second annual President’s Reception, 6 … Continue reading

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