Friday, October 14, 2022

Important Dates

Monday, Oct 17 - Friday, Oct 21 - Fall Break

Saturday, Oct 22 - Homecoming Dance

Homecoming Information

Homecoming is happening! Come one, come all, to Wings Over The Rockies on October 22nd to enjoy dancing, snacks, and music with your friends!

Location: Wings Over The Rockies, 13005 Wings Way, Centennial, CO 80112 (the location by CECI not in Aurora)

Time: October 22nd, 6 - 10 PM

Theme: Masquerade

Fill out this RSVP form if you're planning to attend: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=GVtudcS0wU2uY2kxeXaK9DTlEvwoS-9Iu28UPmMKcXpURVpYWVJORzIxTThRTTU3SlVROTlJSTFSVS4u

Pay for your ticket through TicketLeap. https://cecdc.ticketleap.com/ceci-homecoming-mas/

Tickets are $25 if you RSVP and $30 at the door.

If you are bringing a guest, print out this form: 22- 23 CECI Homecoming Permission Slip.pdf and drop off a physical copy at the entrance to the dance. Each student of CECI is allowed one guest.

Remember! You will not be admitted to the dance without your student ID! Guests must bring a photo ID!

Parking instructions:

Come in the west entrance, fill parking lots 1 and 2 before using the Colorado Skies parking lot. Do not park along Wings Way as it is an emergency fire lane.

Students of the Month

Congratulations to our Students of the Month for September, Senay Tewolde, and Arden Almy!

Advising Updates- Advising Now Open!

All Students

***Spring Academic Advising is starting on October 10th!!***

It’s time to plan your spring classes. Please use the links below to schedule an appointment. Please note the following:

• The expectation is that students will not miss class to attend an advising appointment. We have planned our appointments to enable students to have their appointment during an off-period, lunch or after school. (We are okay with you eating lunch during your appointment).
• It is required for a parent to attend the meeting. We have virtual options available, and students can attend in person with the parent virtual.
• Please bring a laptop/Chromebook to the meeting and be prepared to log into your community college student portal to run a degree check.
• Seniors should schedule appointments in October to plan for graduation.
• Advising closes on December 8th.

Click on the links below to make an appointment:

• Students with last names starting with A-K: Ms. Jameson

• Students with last names starting with L-Z: Ms. Smith

• Returning College Direct Students and My Tech High students: Ms. Rodriguez

If you are unsure of your advisor, please check your Infinite Campus portal, or just ask one of us!

 College Fairs are still going on through October

If you are considering going to a 4-year university after graduating from CEC, you may want to attend a college fair. These are great opportunities for meeting with representatives of several colleges all in one day. In-person and virtual options are available. Click here to find an event near you.

The College Tour Show

Do you know about the College Tour show? You can watch 30-minute episodes about various colleges across the country and hear from students who attend there. This is a great tool for 9th, 10th, and 11th graders to use to start building your college wish list. Some of our Colorado colleges and universities have been featured!

RaiseMe-Micro-scholarships

Students in grades 9, 10 and 11, can benefit from RaiseMe.com. RaiseMe allows students to create a profile, select colleges they are interested in, and then upload information about their grades, extracurricular activities, work, etc. to earn micro-scholarships at their chosen universities. Over the course of your high school career, you will see your scholarship grow as you add more information. Not all colleges participate, but their partners are growing. 10th and 11th graders can go back to add things they did in earlier years. If you apply to and are accepted at one of your chosen universities, the scholarship will be applied. It’s a great motivating tool! Watch a short video to learn more here.

On-Campus Students

Important Deadlines:

Graduating Seniors--College Corner

Colorado Free Application Day$

Colorado's fifth annual Free Applications Day$ will be held on October 18 - 20th, 2022**. This is an opportunity to submit several college applications to Colorado Universities for free! It’s during CEC’s fall break so it’s a great time to get started on your college applications. Click here to learn more.

**Colorado Mesa University has provided us with a free application code (CMUCLIMB) that can be used outside of the free application days to apply to Mesa. Other ways you might get free application codes are to go on a school tour or attend an informational meeting for colleges that are out-of-state.

SAT Testing for graduating seniors

If you are a graduating senior intending to apply to a university and wish to take the SAT again to improve your score, there are upcoming SAT testing dates in October, November, and December. You will be responsible for registering and paying for the testing. This is not a school-sponsored testing event. Locations for testing vary. Click here for more information.

Want to prepare for the SAT? Click here for free SAT practice. 

Free ACC Transcripts

ACC is providing free official transcripts for the month of October. Click here to learn how to send your ACC transcript to your prospective colleges.

Senior October Dates

• FAFSA 23-24 Opens: Oct 1 - https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
• Attention all Seniors graduating with an ACC degree or certification in May of 2023: Grad Fair: October 10 (11am-1pm & 4-6pm) in the 2nd Floor Atrium of the Main Building (Littleton). Apply for graduation & do a degree check. Get notifications for Commencement (May 12, 2023) and Cap & Gown information. Meet with representatives from Advising, Career Services, Transfer Services, and ACC’s Alumni Network.
• Daniels Fund: Oct 15 - Click here to access the full list of scholarships.
• Colorado Free Applications Day$: Oct 18-20 - https://cdhe.colorado.gov/cofreeappdays 
• Coca-Cola Scholarship: Oct 31 -  Click here to access the full list of scholarships.
• Any December graduates earning a degree from ACC should apply for ACC graduation by the October 31st deadline - https://arapahoecommunitycollege.formstack.com/forms/graduation_application
• Boettcher's: Nov 1 -  Click here to access the full list of scholarships.
• RSVP for their scholarship webinar here: Thursday, October 6 (6-7 p.m.)
• SAT Test Date: November 5; Late Registration Deadline: October 25; Register HERE
• SAT Test Date: December 3; Late Registration Deadline: November 22; Register HERE

Save the date - Evening of Nov. 15th - FAFSA Virtual Info Night for Seniors and Parents. More details to come!

Questions?

Contact your advisor.

Action Requested: CEC Network Office Parent Survey

As a parent of a CEC student, we would love your feedback on how to make CEC the best choice for your student! Please fill out this quick survey from the CEC Network Office to the best of your ability. Answers will be used to help with the 23-24 enrollment planning.

Click here to submit the survey.

Questions?

Contact mary.bain@coloradoearlycolleges.org.

Science Student Internship Opportunity

CECI has a new Science Internship opportunity, similar to the facilities internship last year. Here's what you need to know:

• Applications are open now through Fall Break; Mr. Lacey, Mrs. Rhodes and Mr. Simonds will review applications and contact candidates after Fall Break.
• The intern will receive class credit on their transcripts which show that they have experience in lab techniques, and will receive a letter of recommendation from the Science Department upon successful completion of the internship.
• The official internship is for 2nd semester, but if available the intern can start in November to build up hours and learn the job.

READ MORE & APPLY HERE: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=GVtudcS0wU2uY2kxeXaK9MGIjnRpTPxOvtp3Uxg3KGZUOFBRVFlBRU5ITE1SNlhTRzFHSEpQSzFCTC4u

Questions?

Contact ben.simonds@coloradoearlycolleges.org.

National Honor Society Applications

• Due Nov 4th to Mrs. Alvey
• Open to students in 10th, 11th, and 12th grade. 9th grade students who are interested in joining next year should begin to build their membership qualifications and can apply next year.
• Minimum 3.5 GPA required to apply
• Must have a minimum of 20 hours of service to apply
• Leadership experience preferred
• Demonstration of character through a written essay
• After applications are evaluated by the CECI Faculty Council, students will be notified by the end of fall semester if they have been admitted or denied. 

Click here for the application.

Questions?

Contact carolyn.alvey@coloradoearlycolleges.org.

Bus Driver UPDATE

We are excited to announce that Mr. Juan Hernandez, our campus monitor, will be completing 4 weeks of rigorous training with the Department of Transportation in order to start driving our school bus after Thanksgiving Break. We are planning to start regular bus transportation on Monday, November 28.

We are so grateful to Mr. Hernandez for putting in the hard work to fill this crucial need for our families. If you see him in the halls or at the front desk, give him a big thank you!

More details on the route, times, etc will come out in the future.

Questions?

Contact transportation@coloradoearlycolleges.org.

Yearbook Announcements

Seniors! Please fill out the following form to submit items for the senior pages. The deadline to submit is February 24th.

Click here to submit: https://forms.office.com/r/vfQjjygUkg

Questions?

Contact michelle.swanson@coloradoearlycolleges.org.

Europe Trip Fundraiser

Please join us in supporting students traveling to Europe by eating Chick-fil-a! CEC students are hosting a restaurant fundraiser at the Castle Rock Chick-fil-a on Friday, October 14th. You can order at either Chick-fil-a location in Castle Rock. Our fundraiser will take place all throughout the day– so get breakfast, lunch, and dinner and support us by mentioning Colorado Early Colleges when you order.

Questions?

Contact jaycee.desimone@coloradoearlycolleges.org.

Tutoring Information

ACC ACADEMIC SUPPORT/TUTORING

Go to: http://www.arapahoe.edu/advising-support/academic-support-tutoring

Contact:

• Academic Support - Library and Learning Commons 303-797-5669
• Email: academicsupport@arapahoe.edu

About Academic Support

Tutoring is offered by a variety of experienced ACC tutors in person as well as online. Based on the subjects, drop-in sessions are also available. Sign up for your tutoring sessions through Navigate by clicking on “Appointments” and then clicking “Schedule an Appointment.” Select your class and then the time that works in your schedule. Sessions are typically 30 minutes each, but we are flexible. View our step-by-step instructions about how to schedule your appointment through Navigate.

Questions?

Contact carla.holland@coloradoearlycolleges.org.

CECI Family Communication Flowchart

Questions?

Contact jay.egger@coloradoearlycolleges.org.

Scholarship Information

Scholarship List

Click here to access the full list of scholarships.

• Daniels Fund: Oct 15
• Coca-Cola Scholarship: Oct 31
• Boettcher's: Nov 1
• JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship

Scholarship Resources for All Grades

Did you know that it is never too early to start applying for scholarships? High School Freshmen to College Seniors should always be on the lookout for different scholarship opportunities.

Here are some resources to help get you started:

• https://denverfoundation.academicworks.com/
• https://denverscholarship.org/students/scholarships/high-school-scholarships/
• https://www.collegegreenlight.com
• https://www.raise.me/
• https://www.cappex.com/scholarships
• https://mydocumentedlife.org/category/undergradscholarships/

College/Career Opportunities

Denver Music College Fair

October 14, 7pm, King Center at CU Denver

Denver area high school students who are interested in majoring in music for college should consider attending the Denver Music College Fair! This event is back this year after a two year break due to the pandemic. The DMCF is produced by CU Denver and DU and is co-sponsored by other Denver area music colleges. Over 30 college music departments from throughout the country will be at the fair!

We are excited to host the DMCF event on the CU Denver campus (Auraria Campus) again this year at the beautiful King Center for the Performing Arts. This event is free for participants and we welcome students, parents, and high school teachers or staff!

Learn more and register here!

Roadtrip Nation: Colorado

October 16 - Deadline to Apply

This upcoming spring, fueled by the Daniels Fund, Wend Collective, and Strada Education Network, we’re helping a team of young people explore career opportunities in Colorado...for free! If you’re especially hoping to find a career in health care, the skilled trades, STEM, agriculture, or natural resources and energy, we’re looking for you! We want to give you a hands-on look at how people like you are using their talents and interests to find fulfilling and meaningful careers right in your home state.

Application Details: 

• All travel expenses, plus a daily stipend for personal expenses, are paid for by Roadtrip Nation.
• This trip is currently scheduled for late spring 2023, but the timing may shift as we continue to monitor the situation with COVID-19. We'll work with applicants and communicate about timing as we learn more.
• We want to share your journey with others, so the road trip will be filmed. The resulting documentary may be shown on public television, as well as other relevant video platforms.
• Individuals who are chosen will help plan the trip around their specific interests, areas of study, and career aspirations, so you’ll be working with Roadtrip Nation to research and book interviews with the career role models you’d like to speak with.

Click here to apply or for more information.

Volunteer: Town of Parker Basketball Camp

October 17-20, Parker Field House

Set up and clean up. Sign up to volunteer: www.volunteerparker.org.

University of Denver Prospective Student Visit Day

October 21

Friday@DU half-day programs offer a more in-depth visit and include an info session, student panel, campus tour and lunch on us!

• Friday, Oct 14th @ 9am
• Friday, Oct 21st @ 9am
• Register HERE

https://admission.du.edu/portal/friday_at_du

Volunteer: Town of Parker Fright Night

October 22, Parker Field House

Set up, assist with games, and clean up. Sign up to volunteer: www.volunteerparker.org.

Volunteer: Town of Parker Turkey Day 5K

November 24, Parker Rec Center

Set up, help on the course, and clean up. Sign up to volunteer: www.volunteerparker.org.

Volunteer: Town of Parker Milk and Cookies with Santa

December 11, Parker Field House

Set up and clean up. Sign up to volunteer: www.volunteerparker.org.

2023 Colorado High School Songwriter Competition

February 3 - Deadline to Apply

Know any talented high school songwriters? The CU Denver College of Arts & Media is hosting the Colorado High School Songwriting Competition again. Students can just submit a video of them playing their song to apply. The application deadline is February 3rd.

Complete info and the application link here!