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    Cleveland Early College High School

     

    School History, Demographics and Accreditation:

    Cleveland Early College High School, founded in 2002, is located on the John Hay Academic Campus. The school is in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District and is designed as the premier high school which attracts college-bound, high-achieving students from across Cuyahoga County. 

     

     

    School Mission and Educational Philosophy

    Cleveland Early College High School is an academically rigorous, collaborative, nurturing, and globally minded learning institution that empowers scholars to take ownership of their learning experience, achieve at optimal levels and experience continued success in post-secondary education and beyond.  

    At Cleveland Early College High School, students learn in a high-achieving, rigorous college preparatory environment. Students are immersed in relevant and meaningful interdisciplinary learning experiences that foster 21st century skills that are sought after by businesses and universities alike. The curriculum at CECHS is enriched by a multitude of learning opportunities. Students may participate in post-secondary coursework concurrently with their high school classes through the Post-Secondary Enrollment Options Program, High-Tech Academy, KAP classes through Kenyon College and the dual credit math class offered on campus through Kent State University. CECHS has earned an Excellent rating on the state report card and been named a School of Promise for 13 consecutive years. We were named a Needle in a Haystack School by the Thomas B. Fordham Institute and have finished in the top three high schools in the state on the Ohio Graduation Test in 2012. In 2012, CECHS earned the highest Performance Index Score in the state on the Ohio Graduation Test. 

     

    Motto:

    Cleveland Early College High School - Grow. Thrive. Excel.

     

    Our 8 Core Values:

    Integrity

    Scholarship

    Accountability

    Respect

    Service

    Fairness

    Kindness

    Excellence 

     

    Highlighted Academic Offerings

    • AP Chemistry, AP Statistics, AP Biology, AP Language and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP Art History
    • Honors French
    • Honors African American History
    • Honors Visual Art
    • Post-Secondary Enrollment Options Program
    • High-Tech Academy
    • College study treated not as an option, but as an expectation for students, regardless of family income, status, ethnicity, or religion.
    • Curriculum rooted in 21st century skills: lessons in critical/analytical thinking, communication and problem-solving techniques.
    • Criteria-based admission policy requires a 3.5 or higher grade point average and proficiency in reading and math on state standardized assessments.
    • Freshmen Residency Program – Freshman students have the opportunity to start school earlier than their peers in order to receive pertinent instruction and academic support prior to starting the school year.

     

    Student Engagement and Activities

    ACT/SAT Prep and General Academic Assistance

    Environmental Club

    W.A.V.E. Peer Mediation

    N.O.W. Anti-Bullying 

    Student Council

    Mock Trial—CMSD and state-level teams

    Case Connection Zone

    Golf

    Cross Country

    Track (Indoor, Outdoor)

    Volleyball

    Soccer

    Football

    Tennis

    Basketball

    Baseball

    Softball

    Bowling

    Weightlifting

    Softball

     

    Community Involvement/Partnerships

    Tucker, Ellis, and West - 3R's program

    Northeast Ohio Medical Health Professions Affinity Community

    Cleveland Bar Association

    University Hospitals

    Kenyon College

    Kent State University

    Cleveland State University

    Cuyahoga Community College

    Cleveland Clinic

    CollegeNow of Greater Cleveland

    University Circle

     

    Parent Involvement

    Jupiter Grades Online Grading and Communication Software

    Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)

    Schoology

    Back to School Night

    Open House

    Parent Socials

    Family Engagement Sessions

    School Parent Organization

    School Newsletters

    Academic and Grade Level Nights

    College Readiness Nights

    Parent Workshops/Informative Sessions

    Parent/Teacher Conferences

    Dean of Engagement and Student Support

    Family Ambassador

    Family Support Specialist

     

    Student Resources and Services

    Student Support Teams

    CollegeNow

    Family Support Specialist

    Bellefaire JCB Counseling Services

    Student Council

     

    Technology

     Each student is equipped with a school administered laptop and each classroom is equipped with a CleverTouch system. In the Beta Room, a large, state-of-the-art Cisco telepresence unit permits students to participate in teleconnected learning opportunities.  Students can also learn through state-of-the-art, zero lag time teleconferencing software.  Additionally, the school has been mapped for the metaverse, which allows students to participate in learning simulations. Students have access to both Mac and PC products, a student work center with computers and color printers, and a project room.

     

    Safety

    Cleveland Early College High School is an extremely safe environment in which students learn and thrive.  A zero-tolerance policy maintains an environment that is conducive to learning.  Dress code is required for all students attending CECHS.  The school maintains safety and evacuation plans as well. 

     

    Facts

    CECHS has maintained a 100% graduation rate for 13 consecutive years.

    CECHS has earned an A on the State Report Card

    CECHS has maintained a 100% college acceptance rate for 13 consecutive years.

    CECHS has been named a School of Promise for 13 consecutive years.

    CECHS has earned an Excellent rating on the state report card for 13 consecutive years.

    CECHS earned the highest Performance Index score among high schools in the state of Ohio on the 2012 Ohio Graduation Test and has earned the third highest score in the state in both 2013 and 2014. 

    CECHS has been a recipient of several grants to promote teleconnected STEAM education. CECHS is piloting a program in zero lag time STEAM education in conjunction with a grant from the National Science Foundation. 

    CECHS piloted the Ohio Connected Health Project in conjunction with Governor Kasich’s Office, Ohio Department of Education, Cisco Systems, OneCommunity, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, CMSD and Akron Public Schools.

    CECHS was named a Needle in a Haystack School by the Thomas B. Fordham Institute.

    CECHS was featured in Exam Schools by Chester Finn.

    CECHS has alumni attending prestigious colleges and universities such as Amherst College, Emory University, Oberlin College, West Point Military Academy, Case Western Reserve University, American University, Howard University, Barnard College, The Ohio State University, Berea College and New York University.

    CECHS has alumni attending prestigious universities abroad, such as New York University Shanghai, China.

    CECHS celebrates Mock Trial Champions, 2008, 2009, 2013, 2014 and 2016