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Badlands Early College High School

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What Makes Us Great

Our focus is to provide high school students, especially those underrepresented in higher education, with the opportunity to earn college credits while completing their high school diplomas. See what Badlands can do for you!

Latest News

May 16, 2023

Summer Learning Program

Students who have been identified as needing academic support will be invited to attend the 2023 summer learning program. Staff will refer students based on multiple factors including grades, test sco. . .

May 16, 2023

Student Talent Show

Thursday, May 18 7:00pm - 8:30pm Auditorium Mertz Middle School is pleased to announce our annual Talent Show! Students who are interested in performing in the Talent Show m. . .

May 15, 2023

Second Annual Color Run

Saturday, May 6 at 8:00 am Join us for the most fun you've ever had running or walking! We are excited to invite everyone in the community to the middle school for our se. . .

May 12, 2023

Introducing Our Senior Podcast!

After being in the high school environment for almost four years, Central High School seniors have learned what keeps them on track, makes them successful and are excited about what is on the horizon . . .

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"I love my school because the teachers genuinely care about my success, and the diverse range of extracurricular activities allows me to explore my passions."

- Sasha Minium, current student

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"I like having the opportunity to get ahead by earning college credits now, and the smaller classes mean I get more personalized attention from my teachers. Enrolling here made sense and was a great investment into my furure"

- Corey Savage, current student

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"I love being challenged academically while earning college credits, all in a supportive and close-knit community. The teachers are very supportive and it's obvious how much they care about student success"

- Mia Belle, current student

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Our Programs

We offer a wide variety of programs designed to help students earn college credits and prepare for their future careers.

Upcoming Events

View the full calendar to see all the exciting events we have happening in the next few weeks and months!