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CEC Early College Newsletter
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October 25, 2021 | Issue XLII |
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Join us for Trunk or Treat on Oct 29, 4:30-6:30 pm |
CEC Early College presents Trunk or Treat, a free community event for children of all ages. Come see all the decorated trunks, costumes and other fun stuff!
Wanted: Decorated trunks or Candy Donations! If you would like to host a trunk, sign up here or to make a candy donation, please drop off at CEC before Oct. 29.
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Mark your Calendar:
Monday, October 25
- Student Perception Surveys (SPS) during CTE Classes
Wednesday, October 27
Friday, October 29
- Trunk or Treat at CEC, 4:30-6:30 PM
Tueday, November 9
Friday, November 19
Monday, November 22- Friday, November 26
- NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
Thursday, December 02
- Excel Awards
- Open House, in-person, 5:30 pm
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PSAT/ NMSQT for 9th grade on Oct 27 |
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The Preliminary SAT, also known as the PSAT/NMSQT® (National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test), is a practice version of the SAT exam.
All full-time 9th graders will take the PSAT/NMSQT test on Wednesday, October 27. Students should arrive at 7:35. Most students will be dismissed by 11:30.
There will be no regular core or CTE classes. Some 10th-12th grade students may be invited to attend a Student Support Day on Wednesday. Students will receive an email and be notified by their teachers if they are required to attend.
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Gifted and Talented
On Wednesday, October 20 in the advisement time all students identified as gifted and talented (GT) or possible GT will be working with Hilary O’Kelly (CEC school counselor) on their advanced learning plan where they reflect on their goals and strength areas. Please contact Hilary O'Kelly at hilary_okelly@dpsk12.org with any questions.
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Accuplacer Test for Graduation
On Monday, Oct. 25 all juniors who still need the Accuplacer test for graduation requirements and/or college requirements will be taking the Accuplacer during advisement class. All students must meet math and English skills for graduation requirements and the Accuplacer test is one of the easiest options.
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University of Denver hosting Spanish Speaking Information Sessions |
DU is hosting a virtual panel with Spanish-speaking students on Tuesday, October 26 from 6-7pm MDT. All students and parents are welcome.
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Check out resources about careers, colleges, etc |
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See how CareerWise can benefit you |
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You’ve heard about the exciting work-based learning opportunities through apprenticeship offered in partnership with CareerWise Colorado. Apprenticeship provides additional avenues to college and career success. It is on-the-job learning in career pathways such as financial services, business operations and information technology.
Watch this short film about why youth apprenticeship is an important innovation to our education system.
To be eligible for apprenticeship, students need only be on-track to graduate. If your student is interested, they should speak with Mariah Jordan. From that initial meeting we can help with the application process, including resume and interview preparation and exploring the open apprentice positions in our area.
For an idea of the types of apprenticeships that will be available, visit CareerWise’s specific opportunities with employers can be found here.
Want more information? Fill out this interest form or go talk to Mariah Jordan in Room 119A.
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Learn about resources for Multilingual Education |
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DPS is excited to invite all our families of Multilingual Learners to a virtual Multilingual Education Districtwide Advisory Committee (MLE DAC) meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 27, from 5-6:30 p.m.
At this session, you will receive important information and resources about:
- Title 1 funds.
- Graduation requirements and career success.
- Financial aid and work-based learning opportunities.
- The DPS Board of Education, including meeting the candidates for districts 2, 3, 4 and At-Large.
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Become a Safety Cadet and earn while you learn |
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The Public Safety Cadet Program pays for tuition including books at Metropolitan State University or at the University of Colorado at Denver. While paying for tuition the program allows students to work with the various public safety departments of Denver. The Cadet Program is having an Open House on October 28, come learn more about the program and how to get started. |
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Grants for restaurant and hotel workers |
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Denver is offering emergency assistance to hospitality employees facing hardship due to the pandemic. Denver restaurant or hotel workers who are unemployed or underemployed can qualify for cash relief grants up to $500. Hospitality workers who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 qualify for grants up to $1,000.
To receive a grant through this fund, you must:
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Be a current resident of the City & County of Denver. The restaurant or hotel that you work or worked for does not need to be located in Denver.
- Be currently employed or previously employed in a restaurant or hotel for at least 90 days since January 2020 and lost or reduced such employment due to the pandemic.
These grants can be used for basic, pressing needs such as:
- Rent or mortgage payments
- Food Utilities (water, gas, electric, internet)
- Health care
- Transportation
- Child care
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Free Covid-19 Testing Near You |
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The State of Colorado is covering all costs associated for COVID-19 testing, the test is available for FREE for you or anyone you know. Use the link below to register for testing at a site near you.
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Text @cce9ka to 81010
to sign up for important messages about CEC.
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Click on the image above for the Parent/Student
Parent Portal Login Page
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CEC Early College
2650 Eliot St.
Denver, CO 80211
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Main line: 720-423-6600
Attendance line: 720-423-6649
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