The Zachary Early College Academy (ZECA) is a college preparatory program within Zachary High School and the Zachary Community School District designed for students who want to begin their college journey while still in high school.
Students enrolled in ZECA will complete high school graduation requirements while participating in college-level coursework through a partnering college or university.
Participants will be working toward an associate degree or developing an individualized collegiate pathway aligned with their academic and career interests.
ZECA will offer in-person, hybrid, and virtual learning modalities, ensuring flexible and accessible learning opportunities for students. All formats include structured support from the ZECA administrator, counselor, and academic assistance partners.
Vision
Our vision is to create an academically rigorous and supportive learning environment where students can accelerate their educational journey through early exposure to college coursework. ZECA empowers students to pursue advanced academic pathways while developing the skills necessary for success in college, careers, and leadership.
Admission requirements
- 2.5 GPA (minimum)
- Student/parent meeting/interview
- Meet specific dual enrollment requirements
- Teacher recommendation
- Transcript/test scores review
TOPS Core Curriculum
Information
Applications will open during the 2025–2026 school year
for the inaugural ZECA cohort beginning Fall 2026.
For more information, contact:
ZECA@zacharyschools.org
Resources
Student Expectations
- Maintain strong academic performance
- Successfully complete college-level coursework
- Demonstrate responsibility and independence
- Attend required advising and support sessions
- Meet both high school and college academic expectations
Student Benefits
- Early exposure to college-level coursework
- Opportunity to earn college credit while in high school
- Development of strong college readiness skills
- Academic advising and mentoring support
- Flexible learning through in-person, hybrid, and virtual instruction
- Preparation for college, career, and leadership opportunities
Program Highlights
- Opportunity to work toward an associate degree or individual collegiate pathway during high school
- Courses aligned with college and career readiness standards
- Instruction offered through in-person, hybrid, and virtual learning environments
- Access to college advising and academic support
- Opportunity to complete transferable college coursework
- Strong preparation for postsecondary education and career opportunities
- Small, supportive learning environment designed to help students succeed in rigorous coursework
Target Audience
• Motivated to pursue college-level coursework while in high school while earning college credit
• Demonstrate strong academic responsibility and time management
• Want to explore career pathways
• Students of Zachary High School