School Address: 540 Ashbury Ave., El Cerrito, CA 94530

Front Office Phone: 510-231-1437 

Principal: Stacy Wayne (stacy.wayne@wccusd.net)

School Mascot: Gauchos

School Colors: Green & White

Official Websites:

ECHS School Website

WCCUSD District Website

• Regular School Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

• Wednesday Dismissal: Early dismissal every Wednesday at 2:30 PM

• Minimum Days: Early dismissal at 1:50 PM

• 4x4 Block Schedule Overview: ECHS operates on a 4x4 Block Schedule. Students take 3 or 4 semester-long intensive classes each term, completing a full year's curriculum in a single semester for each class.

• Full Schedule Details: View full block schedules on the ECHS Bell Schedule Page.

Every day a student comes to school is a chance to learn, connect, and grow. Showing up every day matters, and what happens the moment they walk through the door matters just as much.

• Reporting Absences: Email echsattendance@wccusd.net to report student absences.

• Mandatory ID Badges: All students are required to wear their official ECHS ID badge on campus at all times for safety and security.

• Electronic Device Policy: Cell phones and other electronic devices hold significant value and importance in today’s society. However, the use of cell phones and other unauthorized electronic devices, such as Airpods or smartwatches, can significantly impede and distract from the learning process. As an institution, we believe that the use of personal electronic devices during instructional periods is detrimental and thus not permissible due to the negative impact on academic engagement and learning outcomes.  

• Closed Campus & Lunch: ECHS is a closed campus; students may not leave during school hours or lunch. Meals are eaten in designated spots across campus.

• Arrival Tip: Traffic gets busy around 8:20 AM—please plan to arrive early.

• AC Transit Bus Routes: Served directly before and after school via lines 667, 675, and 684. Route details available at actransit.org.

• Pass2Class Transit Passes: Contra Costa families can apply for up to a free 31-day transit pass at the start of the school year via 511 Contra Costa at pass2class.org.

• WCCUSD Student Bus Pass Program: Free monthly AC Transit passes are available for income-eligible high school students through WCCUSD. Program Information.