Infinity ECHS

Infinity Early College High School

26751 Sorters Rd., Porter, TX 77365 | 281.577.2890 | newcaneyisd.org/IECHS

What is an Early College High School?

Early College High Schools (ECHS) are innovative high schools that allow students least likely to attend college an opportunity to earn a high school diploma and 60 college credit hours.

Early College High Schools:
- provide dual credit courses to students at no cost
- offer rigorous instruction and accelerated courses
- provide academic and social support services to help students succeed
- increase college readiness
- reduce barriers to college access

About Infinity Early College High School

In partnership with Lone Star College - Kingwood, Infinity Early College High School is a comprehensive, non-traditional four-year public high school where TSI qualified students can earn both a high school diploma and an Associates, or up to two years of credit towards a Bachelor's degree. The school opened in the fall of 2013. Maximum enrollment is 500 students.

IECHS Vision

Provide all students with a rigorous, challenging academic environment that encourages and actively supports high school and college graduation.

IECHS Mission

We will prepare all students enrolled at Infinity Early College High School to be college-ready, independent thinkers, and resourceful citizens.

Social-Emotional Learning Commitment

At IECHS, social-emotional learning (SEL) is central to developing the whole student, so we will:

- Create a community and support network through strong relationships between parents, staff, and students;
- Empower students to take ownership of their learning and well-being;
- Foster a safe environment that promotes empathy;
- Equip all stakeholders with the appropriate strategies to manage social, emotional, and academic stressors.

Ultimately, our vision will lead students on the path to self-reflection, resilience, and growth.

Nationally Recognized High School

Infinity Early College High School is accredited as "Met Academic Standards" and earned an A rating by the Texas Education Agency.

Infinity earned the Texas Honor Roll achievement award for the 2017-18, 2018-19, and 2019-20 school years.

Since 2017, Infinity has been consistently ranked in U.S. News and World Report's "Best High Schools."

IECHS earned the GreatSchools College Success Award in 2018, 2019, and 2020, and the Gold award for 2021. The award honors public high schools that have a successful track record of going beyond simply graduating students to helping them enroll in college and succeed once they get there.

Clubs and Activities

At Infinity, students have opportunities to participate in a wide variety of clubs, activities, and student organizations.

Activities:
- Chess
- Guitar
- Harry Potter
- Knitting/Crochet
- Soccer
- Basketball
- Knights for Christ
- Relaxation
- Dance
- Newspaper
- Genius Hour

Clubs/Organizations:
- Texas Association of Future Educators
- Future Health Professionals
- National Honor Society
- Interact Club

*Clubs can vary from year to year

Infinity ECHS fields multiple competitive academics teams in University Interscholastic League competitions.

- Computer Science
- Number Sense
- Math
- Science
- Journalism
- Speech/Debate
- Current Events
- Prose/Poetry
- Accounting
- Computer Applications
- Literary Criticism
- Ready Writing
- Spelling
AND MORE!

Cross Country is a competitive team sport offered in the fall for both girls and boys grades 9 through 12 at Infinity. The Infinity teams compete in Region 3A District 23.

The Infinity Cross Country motto is: Run as One, Work as a Team, Finish as a Family!

"I decided to attend IECHS because I wanted to move my academics forward towards a college degree." - Antoine Homes , Freshman

"IECHS provided opportunity, hope, and a vision for my future." - Nestor Salgado, Senior

"It is like someone picked all the best teachers in the world and put them in one place-Infinity." - Chloe Childress, Junior

"IECHS is an opportunity that is preparing me for my future." - Vinesh Pillai, Sophomore

"I think of opportunities and close knit communities. There is always someone there to help you at Infinity." - Taylor Gomez, Junior

"Infinity has a welcoming environment and it feels like family." - Angel Quiorz, Sophomore

"Infinity is a solid education thrown into a loving and caring environment." - Sawyer Wallace, Junior

Infinity Creed

I choose to be here at Infinity.
I am here to succeed.
I am responsible for my own actions.
I come with a clear mind.
I come to learn.
I contribute to a safe, respectful, and collegial community.
I am part of my own future.
I am going to succeed.
I am a Knight!