1. Henderson County Early College high school

2. Who are we?
5 year program - opportunity to earn a high school diploma from HCEC and an associate transfer degree from BRCC
For FREE!
Tuition and cost of books are free as long as you maintain a “C” average in your classes
Some of us may be the first in our family to earn a college degree
Staff – 1 principal, 1 counselor, 7 teachers, 2 tutors and 4 support staff
200 students – We offer a small, personalized environment

3. Expectations
Must be able to complete honors and college level coursework
Behave like a college student
Be accountable for your actions
Use time wisely
Turn in ALL assignments
Show up to school - Attendance is important

4. Student Activities Clubs – HCEC and BRCC Prom for all grade levels
Campus events – dances, Fall Fest, Spring Picnic, assemblies, Café Day, Spirit Week, intramurals
10 hours of community service yearly
Trips – College Visits, Washington D.C.
No athletics, band, strings or chorus

5. HCEC Schedule Early College vs Traditional Calendar 8:15-2:35
Transportation
9th grade –
1st semester – 4 high school courses
2nd semester – 2-3 high school courses and 2 college courses – ACA115 and COM231/PED110
Upperclassmen Privileges

6. Application Process We accept between 40-45 freshmen each year
STEP 1: Application
Complete and turn in on time – incomplete applications will not be considered!
Application must be completed by:
Student – Student Agreement and Essay (preferably typed)
Parent – Parent Agreement and Demographics
Counselor/Principal – Recommendation , grades, test scores, attendance and discipline records
2 Teachers – Teacher Recommendation
Completed applications are due to your school counselor by: Friday, February 17

7. Application Process STEP 2 – Interview
You will be notified if you made it to Step 2 by March 10
Interviews will be held on Thursday, March 23 from 4:30-5:30 and 6:00-7:00
Interviews are conducted in groups of 4-10 students
Interview consist of:
Teacher interviews
Student interviews
Student activity
On-Demand writing
Parent meeting

8. Opportunities to Learn More
Information can be found on our website under “Prospective Student Information”
Middle School Student Presentations
Mt. Community School – Jan. 8:15
Flat Rock Middle School – Jan. 10:50
Apple Valley Middle School – Jan. 1:30
Hendersonville Middle School – Jan 8:05
Rugby Middle School – February 8:30
Recruitment Open House – Tuesday, February 7
Parent Information Session – 5:30 Bo Thomas Auditorium – Sink Bldg
Meet the Staff and Tour of High School - 6:15
Applications due – Friday, February 17 to your school counselor
Student Interviews – March 23, 4:30-5:30 or 6-7