NM Early College High School Toolkit

Here’s your one-stop show for all the resources you need, whether you are working to start a new Early College High School, running an existing program, or applying for Exemplary Status. 

ECHS Designation & Readiness – New Applicants Start Here

The following resources will help you organize and launch a new Early College High School:

Following are the Six Design Principals of New Mexico Early College High Schools

1. Equitable Access

2. Academic Pathways

3. Robust Student Supports

Recruit & Enroll with Purpose

Build a diverse, informed student population with clear expectations.

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Design & Implement Pathways

Create intentional pathways connecting high school, college coursework, credentials, degrees, and next steps.

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Support Student Success

Provide academic, advising, and wraparound supports so students can persist, succeed, and develop ownership.

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4. Connection to Careers

5. High Quality & Deep Partnerships

6. Exceptional Leadership Skills

Connect Learning to Careers

Connect learning to career exploration, workforce needs, credentials, work-based learning, and postsecondary opportunities.

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Build Strong Partnerships

Align high school, postsecondary, workforce, and community partners around shared goals and student outcomes.

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Lead with Exceptional Leadership

Develop exceptional leaders and staff who build a strong ECHS culture, support student success, and continuously improve the program.

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Data & Reporting - Cross-Cutting Resources

Use Data to monitor participation, progress, outcomes, and program effectiveness across all six ECHS Design Principles.