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CEC Early College Newsletter
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February 14, 2022 | Issue XLIX |
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CEC presents Princess & the Frog, Feb 18 |
Join us for CEC Carpool Cinema! An outdoor movie for our school community, neighbors and friends to enjoy while inside your vehicle.
When: Friday, February 18
Time: 5:30-7:00 PM
Where: On the east parking lot
Suggested donation is $5 per vehicle.
Popcorn is free! Other candy, snacks and beverages will be available for purchase.
You could also bring your own beverages, snacks and other food. Please be sure to clean up after the movie!
Depending on weather, you will also able to sit outside of your vehicle if you'd like.
Hope to see you there!
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Mark your Calendar:
Tuesday, February 15
ENGLISH 5:00-5:45 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 949 7503 6161
Passcode: g3N4T4
SPANISH 6:00-6:45 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 938 0234 0892
Passcode: mh7fV9
Friday, February 18
- Carpool Cinema - Outdoor Movie 5:30-7 PM
Monday, February 21
- NO SCHOOL - President's Day
Tuesday, February 22
- NO SCHOOL - DPS Teacher Planning Day
Tuesday, March 01
Thursday, March 03
Friday, March 04
- CEC Planning Day NO School for CEC Students Only
Friday, March 25
Monday, March 28- Friday, April 01
Monday, April 04
- DPS Planning Day NO School for Students
Tuesday, April 05
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Important Update on Mask Mandate from DPS Superintendent |
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Dear DPS Community,
Today, the Denver Department of Public Health and Environment announced that the public health order requiring masks in schools will expire at the end of the day on Friday, Feb. 25. Masks are still required in all indoor school settings until that date. The decision by DDPHE means that, beginning Monday, Feb. 28, masks will no longer be required but will be strongly recommended for all students, staff, and visitors across DPS.
Throughout the pandemic, DPS has worked closely with our state and local health partners, including DDPHE and Denver Health. Our COVID-19 plan and procedures continue to be guided by their medical and public health expertise. Our health partners made this decision based on high rates of immunity and lower rates of severe disease. We have a very high vaccination rate in our community; about 80% of Denver residents ages 5 and older are vaccinated. DPS also is in full compliance, across all schools and worksites, with the city’s vaccine mandate.
“Coming out of Omicron, we’re now at a different phase of the pandemic,” said Dr. Steven Federico, Director of Pediatrics for Denver Health and our close partner on our COVID response team. “The focus moving forward needs to be on vaccination—including boosters for teens and adults, as well staying home and getting tested when we’re sick. The lifting of this mandate does not mean that individuals should not or cannot mask.”
I am so tremendously grateful to the entire DPS community for coming together during the pandemic to follow the guidelines set forth by our health agencies and to do our best to adapt to changes, always while helping to ensure the healthiest conditions in our buildings for our scholars, our educators, and each other. If you or your family members have not yet been vaccinated or boosted, please do so as soon as possible, as it remains the best way to protect our children, families, and neighbors.
We will continue to work closely with our health partners, and we will remain flexible and diligent as the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve.
There are ongoing discussions between public officials and the state about changes to quarantine and reporting as rates decline. And we will also be providing updated health and safety guidance in the coming days for meetings, Central Support sites, and athletic and other school events.
Thank you again for your patience and perseverance as we continue to support our scholars, schools, and each other.
In collaboration,
Dr. Alex Marrero
Superintendent, Denver Public Schools
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Deadline for SchoolChoice Round 1 is Feb 15 |
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About Round 1
The DPS SchoolChoice open enrollment process is for any student who wants or needs to attend a new school for the following school year, particularly “transitioning” students, typically incoming kinder, sixth- and ninth-grade students. All incoming preschool students, as well as incoming students who reside in an enrollment zone, must complete an application. Please note:
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Early Childhood Education: Incoming preschool students, and incoming students who reside in an enrollment zone, must participate in SchoolChoice; due to space limitations, enrollment in a preschool program is not guaranteed.
- Kinder through 11th grade: Generally speaking, if your student is currently in kindergarten through 11th grade and will be staying at his or her current school for 2022-23, you do not have to fill out a SchoolChoice application.
- (Note: In some cases, a student who wishes to stay at their current school will be asked to submit a SchoolChoice application. This might include students at ECE-8 or 6-12 schools. Families will be notified by DPS before Round 1 if this is the case.)
The Round 1 SchoolChoice window for 2022-23 is 10 a.m. Jan. 14 through 4 p.m. Feb. 15, 2022. To participate in SchoolChoice, families submit one SchoolChoice application per student, on which they rank their top schools in order of preference, up to a limit of 12. DPS then uses a computer algorithm that matches students to schools based on those preferences, as well as school admission priorities and available space.
Current CEC students do not have to participate in the SchoolChoice process. Once they are offered a spot, they will keep that spot unless they plan to attend a different school.
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CEC Student Snowshoe and Cross Country Ski Trips |
Are you interested in a field trip to cross country ski or snowshoe in March? Snowshoeing is like hiking on snow wearing snowshoes that attach to your shoes. Cross country skiing is skiing but on a flatter trail. Both are FUN!. NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED. Transportation, equipment, & lessons are provided. Thanks to our principal, Mr. Shaw, these are free events. Interested? Please fill out this form or see Ms. O’Kelly in the library or email for more information at:
hilary_okelly@dpsk12.net.
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DSF Scholarship for Seniors
Seniors can earn up to $3600 a year for up to 4 years. Seniors who have at least 2.0 GPA and have attended a DPS high school for 4 years may be eligible. No essay required. Find application and other information at: DSF-scholarship
Any questions? See Mr. Sandoval or Ms. Stobbe at CEC.
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Free Summer College Classes for DPS Students |
This is a great opportunity for students to receive free college credits and save time and money on their path toward career and college. If you are interested, see your CEC school counselor. |
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DPS is Hiring Students for Afterschool Part-time Job
Become an after school student sweeper and make $15 an hour after school (Monday-Friday 2 hours a day).
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Meet (Virtually) With Various Career Professionals – DPS Curiosity Series
Visit with professors/experts from all sorts of fields - architecture, artificial intelligence (AI), engineering, medicine, criminal justice, financial investment, real estate, astrophysicists, veterinary science, etc. They want to share their passions and ignite yours!
To Learn More about any of the Sessions and Sign-Up - CLICK HERE.
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Check out resources about careers, colleges, etc |
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Don't miss VoCEC parent meeting on Feb 15 |
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Join us for the VoCEC Parent Meeting on Tuesday, February 15 in the language of your choice;
ENGLISH
Feb 15, 2022 05:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 949 7503 6161
Passcode: g3N4T4
SPANISH
Feb 15, 2022 06:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 938 0234 0892
Passcode: mh7fV9
Come hear about things that are happening at school, upcoming events and some valuable resources in the community, such as;
- The Energy Resource Center (720-236-1321) on weatherizing your home at reduced or no-cost (income based).
- Brothers Redevelopment on housing resources in Colorado.
In addition, Principal Shaw will also be available for Q&A on mask mandate and any other parent questions or concerns.
Hope to see you online!
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Complete your child's oral health screening at home |
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At-home Oral Health Survey
January 20, 2022 Dear CEC Families: DPS cares about the health of your child. To support our efforts to identify health issues that may impact your child's success and ability to learn, we are resuming our health screening program with in-person...
Read more
cecdenver.dpsk12.org
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Join in on Feb. 23 for MLE DAC Virtual Meeting |
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Families of multilingual students are invited to join DPS for a Multilingual Education (MLE) Districtwide Advisory Committee (DAC) meeting at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 23.
At this meeting, families will learn more about:
- Healthy Start Times Phase 2
- Declining Enrollment update
- Social-Emotional support opportunities
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Valuable resources at Servicios de la Raza |
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La Raza Recovery focuses on outreach and providing culturally and linguistically responsive peer recovery support services in English and Spanish, including one-on-one peer support, and weekly peer-led support groups.
If you or anyone you know could benefit from these services, please call the number on the flyer. You can also learn about this any many more services and resources offered at Servicios de La Raza by visiting: serviciosdelaraza.org.
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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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