ABOUT EAGLE COUNTY CHARTER ACADEMY

MASCOT:  Hawk    COLORS:  Red and Black

ECCA is an Eagle County public school that was granted the second charter in the state of Colorado in 1994. 

Originally, ECCA started with 64 students in grades 5-7, but has expanded over the years to include primary grades and Kindergarten. Today, the school serves nearly 350 students in grades K-8.

Paramount to the school's philosophy on education is character education, small class sizes, challenging academics and developing cultural competence. Community volunteering and philanthropy help support our small class sizes and provide a more engaging experience for students and parents alike. 

All teachers at ECCA develop and implement their own rigorous curricula based on Colorado State Content Standards and Benchmarks, yet teachers are also given the flexibility to be innovative regarding their particular instructional style. As authorized through its charter contract, ECCA purchases services through the district such as special education, middle school athletics and professional development to provide opportunities that benefit its students and staff. Along with this partnership, however, ECCA also enjoys the flexibility of a charter school—maintaining autonomy with regard to curricular and calendar decisions and financial independence. The Colorado League of Charter Schools provides resources and support for ECCA as it refines its practices as a charter school. ECCA is proud of both of these partnerships and strives to maintain these mutually beneficial relationships. 
 

ECCA has been recognized as a John Irwin School of Excellence since the inception of the award in 1999.