Canyon ISD and Bushland ISD are strengthening their long-standing partnerships with Amarillo College through Badger Bound—an initiative that provides students who complete 15 hours of dual credit with up to 45 additional hours of tuition-free college credit after high school. The program, which launches with the Class of 2026, is already creating excitement among students, families, and educators who see it as a game-changing opportunity.

Amarillo College will host Dual Credit Days in Dumas and Hereford this month, inviting students and their families to learn more about dual credit opportunities.“There are so many questions students, and their families have about dual credit,” said Sandra De La Rosa, AC’s director of secondary partnerships and dual credit. “We want to help them navigate this excellent option for high school students by providing everything they need to enroll and take full advantage of the opportunity.” 

More than 500 Amarillo College dual-credit students have earned 15 hours and a cool new T-shirt highlighting their accomplishment. Dual-credit students earn high school and college credit in one course. “Dual credit courses provide high school students with the chance to enroll in college-level classes within a supportive environment. High school educators act as valuable mentors, guiding students through the various challenges associated with college coursework,” said Sandra González-Moore, Palo Duro High School college, career, military readiness coordinator.