Alta Vista Early College High School

08/19/2026

Thank you to everyone who has already participated in Gadsden Listens | Gadsden Escucha. If you haven't completed your survey yet, there's still time — your feedback will help inform district planning and future priorities. The survey closes Sunday night, 8/23/2026.
Survey link: https://bit.ly/4hXcqY4

Gracias a todos los que ya han participado en Gadsden Listens | Gadsden Escucha. Si aún no ha completado su encuesta, todavía está a tiempo — sus comentarios ayudarán a orientar la planificación del distrito y las prioridades futuras. La encuesta cierra el domingo 23 de agosto por la noche.

Enlace de la encuesta: https://bit.ly/4hXcqY4

07/21/2026

07/14/2026

05/22/2026

🎓 The Alta Vista Early College High School Class of 2026 is ready to celebrate this incredible milestone!

If you are unable to attend the graduation ceremony in person, we invite you to join us online and cheer on our Mighty Owls from wherever you are. 💙🦉

📅 Friday, May 22, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 UTEP Magoffin Auditorium

Watch the livestream here:
https://avechs.gisd.k12.nm.us/

01/26/2026

Now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year! Deadline to apply is Friday, January 30th.

09/25/2025

The AVECHS spirit wear website is finally up and running!

You may visit at
https://bit.ly/AVECHS_SpiritWear or by using the QR code below.

There are short and long sleeve T-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, caps, and polo shirts.

If you would like your order delivered to the school for pick up, please select "Pick Up" on the shipping page.

There are short and long-sleeve T-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, caps, and polo shirts.

09/25/2025

National Honor Society Induction Ceremony

The newest members pledged their commitment to scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Congratulations to the newly elected officers who will lead with dedication and vision. Together, this outstanding group is ready to make this year one of growth, impact, and success.

Photo credit: Denise De Ana
Caption credit: Denise De Ana

09/22/2025

We are so proud of our senior, Houston Villegas, for earning the Reserve Champion Award at the Southern New Mexico State Fair Senior Agricultural Science Fair!

Houston’s hard work and dedication paid off — she was awarded a beautiful belt buckle and a $500 scholarship.

A huge thank you to Dr. Acuña for mentoring and supporting Houston throughout this journey.

Congratulations, Houston! Your Owl family is cheering you on and celebrating this amazing accomplishment! 🦉

09/10/2025

U.S. News & World Report ranks Alta Vista ECHS among the top high school!

#2,529 in National Rankings
#12 in New Mexico
#1 in Las Cruces, NM Metro Area
#1 in Gadsden ISD