Pathways to Potential

Cedar Hill Collegiate Preparatory Elementary School is a choice campus in Cedar Hill ISD serving students Pre-K through 5th grade.  Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top elementary schools in Texas, Collegiate Prep has a history of proven academic excellence. 

Collegiate Preparatory Elementary School:

• Provides an accelerated, college-focused learning environment that builds strong academic foundations, leadership skills, and habits of success. 
• Offers instruction supported by AVID strategies, hands-on activities, and high levels of critical thinking and collaboration.
• Is the elementary school entry-point of the District’s Collegiate Pathway. 
• Offers students the opportunity to serve as classroom ambassadors. Fifth graders may join the National Elementary Honor Society.
• Prepares students for continued advanced coursework in middle and high school
• Provides a pathway for students to graduate with an associate degree and a high school diploma. 

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High Pointe Elementary Fine Arts Academy is a Pre-K–5 campus where the arts are intentionally integrated into every aspect of learning—from math and science to reading and social studies. 

High Pointe Elementary Fine Arts Academy

• Engages students in dance, theater, vocal music, visual arts, orchestra, and physical education, building a strong foundation across multiple artistic disciplines.
• Incorporates fine arts into core academic subjects such as reading, math, science, and social studies are taught through meaningful connections to the arts, helping students deepen understanding and retain learning.
• Believes that creativity fuels critical thinking, student engagement, and confidence.
• Leverages creativity to strengthen critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills that support overall academic achievement.
• Empowers scholars to express themselves, collaborate effectively, and reach their full potential both academically and artistically.
• Encourages students to express ideas, emotions, and perspectives through artistic mediums, fostering confidence, voice, and self-awareness.

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Montessori at Lake Ridge Elementary School provides a child-centered learning environment that fosters independence, curiosity, and a love for learning. 

Montessori at Lake Ridge Elementary:

• Provides hands-on, experiential instruction
• Engages students in meaningful work that supports academic growth, critical thinking, and problem-solving. 
• Offers mixed-age classrooms that encourage collaboration, leadership, and peer learning.
• Provides specially trained Montessori educators to guide students in developing focus, responsibility, and intrinsic motivation. 

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OPENING IN 2026-27 FOR PRE-K AND KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS!

The Two-Way Dual Language Academy at Highlands Elementary School employs a dynamic educational model that integrates both Emergent Bilingual (EB) students and English-dominant students in the same classroom, offering instruction in two languages. 

The Dual Language Academy 

• Students receive instruction in both English and Spanish, developing strong reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in two languages.
• Teaches core content areas through a biliteracy approach, strengthening understanding while building language proficiency.
• Offers an immersive, collaborative environment with four core goals for every student: bilingualism, biliteracy, academic achievement, and sociocultural competence. 
• Students learn to read, write, understand, and communicate complex ideas in two languages while maintaining high levels of academic rigor and achievement
• Provides students with an appreciation for interacting with diverse cultures and perspectives, preparing them to thrive in an increasingly global society.
• Supports cognitive development, academic success, and future college and career opportunities.

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Cedar Hill Collegiate Academy Middle School and Cedar Hill Collegiate High School are part of a cohesive collegiate pathway designed to prepare students for college success from middle to high school. Through rigorous academics, strong college partnerships, and intentional student supports, students graduate with college credit, industry credentials, and a clear postsecondary plan.

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The Early College Academy (ECA) at Cedar Hill High School provides students with a rigorous academic pathway to graduate college and career ready, earning college credit or an associates degree while completing high school. The Class of 2025 achieved an approximate 97% graduation rate, earned more than $10.1 million in scholarships, and celebrated 43 ECA graduates receiving Associate's Degrees.

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