Rochester Early College International High School
School Information
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Start Time 7:30 a.m.Dismissal Time 2:30 p.m.Grade Level 9-12
85 Adams Street, Rochester, NY 14608
Phone 585-454-3525
Email/Text recihsinfo@rcsdk12.org
Website www.rcsdk12.org/recihs
Principal
Uma Mehta
Assistant Principal
Steven Soprano
Assistant Principal
Abraham Steiner
Early College Coordinator
Kara Stadt
Board Liaison
Camille Simmons
School Chief
Donna Lucy-LenderDASA CoordinatorTBD
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Rochester Early College International High School is a Secondary School.
What Every Family Should Know
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Rochester Early College is the only high school in the Rochester City School District that offers the Early College model. Our school provides an opportunity for our scholars to not only earn a high school diploma but also earn 24- 60 college credits in four years of high school. Scholars who want to get a head start on a two-year or four-year college degree should consider Rochester Early College International High School. The school has a close partnership with Monroe Community College and provides a small school environment. Scholars who seek the personal attention of a smaller setting with college course offerings will find success at Rochester Early College International High School. Scholars who are highly motivated, college bound, and have strong work ethics are welcome to apply.
Program Features
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Uniforms: NoBusing: RTSForeign Languages: Spanish, Mandarin ChineseHonors Classes: YesTutoring/After School: YesSummer Programs: YesDual-Credit Courses: YesAdvanced Placement (AP): NoEnglish Language Learners: YesHealth/Wellness Center: NoExtended/Expanded Day: NoBusiness/College/Faith Partnerships: Monroe Community College, Hillside Work Scholarship, University of Rochester, Upward Bound, Army JROTC, and Center for YouthFormal Application Required: Yes
Unique Features
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- Scholars are expected to complete at least 24 college credits while still in high school. In addition to the advanced college work, all content areas promote globally competent scholars.
- Dual credit courses and college credits begin at grade 9. Areas of dual credit include: Art, Health, Microsoft Office, Personal Money Management, English, Spanish, Chinese and Introduction to Business.
- College courses for grades 11 and 12 are offered at Monroe Community College.
- Each scholar is expected to take a full course load all four years either at the high school or college. Behavior disruptions will not be tolerated in the school environment. Only serious scholars who are willing to complete extensive homework and
are committed to exemplify model behavior should apply. - Summer credit attainment opportunities for both high school and college are expected.
- Diversity in all facets is celebrated and respected.
- Scholars are expected to tackle rigorous academic challenges and embrace all individuals’ differences on a daily basis.
- College graduation is an expectation for all.