Friday, October 14, 2022

Important Dates

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

Safety and SRP at CECP

Each month, CECP will conduct safety drills to practice our SRP (Standard Response Protocol). We also practice fire drills every month. In September, we practiced our Fire Procedures as well as SECURE. In October, we will practice HOLD along with the Fire evacuation. Please click the link to review the procedures of the Standard Response Protocol. https://iloveuguys.org/The-Standard-Response-Protocol.html

We encourage families to discuss the importance and seriousness of practicing these drills to keep us safe. If there are any questions or concerns, please contact Michelle Pratt at michelle.pratt@coloradoearlycolleges.org.

Questions?

Contact michelle.pratt@coloradoearlycolleges.org.

Advising Now Open!

The fall advising calendar is now open. Please schedule with your assigned advisor for a time that works best for you and a parent. Graduating Seniors have priority and should schedule for the first available appointment with their advisor. At your advising meeting, you and your advisor will plan your next semester's schedule, review your Individual Academic & Career Plan (ICAP), discuss any current academic needs, and celebrate your successes. Please reach out to your advisor if your parent cannot make the meeting or would prefer to join virtually. We look forward to meeting with you soon!

*Mrs. Nordgren's students will note she is offering virtual-only appointments on Mondays and Fridays and in-person appointments on Tues, Weds, and Thurs.

• Mrs. Alvey's Advising Calendar

• Mr. Markway's Advising Calendar

• Mrs. Nordgren's VIRTUAL Advising calendar

• Mrs. Nordgren's IN-PERSON Advising Calendar

• Mrs. Shelton's Advising Calendar

Questions?

Contact your advisor.

Spring Course Catalog

Spring 2023 New Courses at CECP! 

We are offering lots of new and exciting courses next semester at CECP, including classes from Metro State University, taught by their faculty! To learn more about these courses, check out our full catalog of courses offered here. 

• MSU CJC 1010 Introduction to the Criminal Justice System  
• MSU BIO 1080 General Biology I 
• MSU BIO 1090 General Biology I Lab 
• MSU Introduction to Environmental Science ENV 1200 
• ACC HIS 2015 20th Century History 
• ACC HWE 1050 
• ACC THE 2015 Playwriting 
• ACC MUS 1020 
• ACC MUS 1032 
• ACC ASL 1122 
• ACC LIT 2012 American Literature After the Civil War 
• ACC LIT 2022 British Literature 
• ACC MAT 1440 Pre-Calculus  
• ACC CSC 1019 Introduction to Programming (Programming Language) 
• ACC ART 1002 Visual Concepts 2-D 
• ACC ART 1302 Painting II 
• ENG 095 Lit  
• Certifications Lab 
• Consumer Math 
• Academic Integrations 
• Academic Integrations for Graduates  
• Introduction to Health Sciences  
• Anatomy & Physiology  
• Wellness  
• World History  
• Spanish IV Conversational Spanish 

Click here for the full course catalog.

Questions?

Contact lily.harris@coloradoearlycolleges.org.

Spring Dean's List

To recognize and reward students who demonstrate excellence in their classes, CECP will be rolling out a Dean's list. Full-time students with a 3.80 unweighted semester GPA, or above, at the end of each semester will be placed on the Dean's list. Eligible students must be full time and enrolled in at least 4 classes (defined as 4 high school periods, 4 college classes, or any combination) or be enrolled in at least 10 college credits. Eligible students must pass all classes and have no behavioral or academic integrity violations.

Honoring students by unweighted GPA recognizes students’ excellence in their classes wherever they are, whether they are in high school or college classes. 

Questions?

Contact lily.harris@coloradoearlycolleges.org.

October Senior 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.

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.

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.

Yearbook Announcements

Yearbooks are now on sale! Buy a yearbook for only $35. Order early before the yearbook sells out! Use the link to order your yearbook today: https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01127201

Seniors! Upload your senior portrait as soon as you receive it! Use this link: https://images.jostens.com/0IzOvXjrladfrI3Mjt8lofA

Click here for info on Senior Ads.

CEC Parker Students! Want to make sure you and your friends make it into the yearbook? Start uploading your photos. We need photos of summer activities, sports, interests, school clubs, and any other activity. Use this link to upload your photos: https://images.jostens.com/0IzOvXjrladfrI3Mjt8lofA

Questions?

Contact jane.ono@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 CECP 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.

Become a Peer Tutor

To become a peer tutor, contact Jennifer Laske, jennifer.laske@coloradoearlycolleges.org. One must be enrolled or have taken a college level course, having earned A's in their high school classes in that subject. If it is a subject that we do not offer college level classes for, one must have taken at lease 2 classes in that subject earning A's. Application and interview finish the process. Counts for service hours and also nice way to build up volunteer hours for college applications.

Questions?

Contact jennifer.laske@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 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!