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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Electronic Course Program (eCP)?
The Texas eCP is administered by the Texas Education Agency and was established by Senate Bill 1108 passed by the 78th Legislature. It calls for the Commissioner of Education to “…establish a program to examine state policies, requirements, or restrictions impacting school districts that offer students enrolled in the district an electronic educational program or course..." School districts have been given the opportunity to provide online learning options to students in grades 3–10 who are not required to be physically present on campus during instruction. Houston ISD received approval for the eCP program to serve students in grades 3–8 beginning December 19, 2008.
Who can participate?
Students who are eligible to participate in Texas Connections Academy @ Houston are able to perform at grades 3–10 and reside in Texas. TCAH is currently approved for selected 9th and 10th grade courses to be offered during the 2011–12 school year. See the eligibility page for full details.
Texas families currently interested in grades K–2 and 11–12 can still participate in Connections Academy through our private school, National Connections Academy.
What technology is provided to students?
Each family enrolled in 2011–12 school year will receive the loan of a desktop computer and Internet subsidy. See the Technology section for details.
Are physical textbooks provided to TCAH students?
TCAH students in grades 3–8 receive physical textbooks and online textbooks. TCAH students in grades 9–10 receive online textbooks. Hard copies of textbooks are available for purchase.
Read additional Connections Academy FAQs.