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’s 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 – 7 teachers, 7-8 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
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
10 hours of community service yearly
Trips – College Visits, Washington D.C.
No athletics, band, strings or chorus

5. 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 16

6. Application Process STEP 2 – Interview
You will be notified if you made it to Step 2 by March 2
Interviews will be held on Tuesday, March 13 afterschool
Interview consist of:
Teacher interviews
Student interviews
Student activity
On-Demand writing
Parent meeting

7. Opportunities to Learn More
Middle School Student Presentations
Flat Rock Middle School – Jan. 11:00
Rugby Middle School – Jan. 11:30
Mt. Community School – Jan. 8:30
Apple Valley Middle School – Feb. 1:30
Hendersonville Middle School – Feb. 9:10
Recruitment Open House –
Monday, February 6:00
Info Session in the Innovative High School – Molly Parkhill Building
Meet the Staff – Tour of High School
Applications due – February 16
Student Interviews – March 13