We are excited to announce that this years Prom will be held on April 22nd and will be held at The Grange Clubhouse right here in The Meadows. We have also partnered with The MAC to hold a Prom After Party. We would like to involve as many parents as possible in these events. We are looking for chaperones, set-up, clean-up, food and supplies, decorations, decorators, photo booths, games, etc. Parents, if you have a business that fits in one of these categories, have any ideas, or would like to volunteer in any way, please let me know at mike.mcclintock@coloradoearlycolleges.org | |
Teacher Appreciation Week | |
Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up in May! The CEC marketing team would like to put together a video of what our parents, students, and teachers appreciate about CEC teachers. Even teachers can appreciate their fellow teachers! We are asking for video submissions of you saying what you appreciate about teachers. We are combining your clips into one video, so please keep it brief at 10-20 seconds max. Please send your submissions to marketing@coloradoearlycolleges.org with the subject line “Teach Week.” In emailing us a video submission, you are giving CEC permission to use it on their website and/or social media. The submission deadline is April 7. | |
Valedictorian & Salutatorian | |
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Colorado Early Colleges- Castle Rock is pleased to announce that Aubrey Heldt has been named Valedictorian and Trevor Keeney has been named Salutatorian of the Class of 2023.
Aubrey and Trevor have both worked hard to achieve this honor and have been exemplary students throughout their high school careers. Both Aubrey and Trevor have achieved top grades in an array of classes.
We know that our Valedictorian and Salutatorian will no doubt continue to excel in their future endeavors, and we are proud to recognize them for their hard work and dedication. Please join us in congratulating them on their accomplishments.
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Model United Nations Team | |
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Looking for a fun high school experience where you will meet great friends, learn important skills, and enhance your college application?! Look no further! We are assembling our first Model United Nations (Model UN) team in the fall of 2023! Students will be introduced to the role of diplomacy, negotiation, and decision-making in their preparation for their role as country ambassador for each Model UN competition that we enter.
If you are interested in current events, politics, law, debate, or enhancing your communication skills, please join us on Wednesday, March 29th from 3:20pm-3:45pm in Room 221. Ms. Gibson and student, Kylah Dierks, will host a meeting to explain how Model UN works. If you have any questions, please feel free to message Genevieve Gibson or Kylah Dierks.
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Parent / Guardians Survey | |
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Parents/Guardians,
We want to hear from YOU! Please take a few minutes and complete the attached "Parent Voice Survey". This survey will provide critical feedback allowing the CECCR Administration Team to recognize improvement areas and/or changes to be considered.
Thank you for your time, we look forward to receiving your feedback by March 31st when the survey will close. The link is listed below:
Parent Voice Survey
CECCR Admin Team
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We are in need of business professionals in our CEC community to represent their career/business at our CEC Castle Rock Opportunity Expo on Thursday, April 27 at CEC Castle Rock. We would like to invite parents/guardians to participate if they are interested. If you are a business owner or manager in the Castle Rock area who is looking for part-time or seasonal workers, please consider a booth at our upcoming Opportunity Expo for CEC CR students. For more information, and to see the many ways that you and your business can get involved, please review and complete this form. | |
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We are raising funds to meet wishes for children like Hugh! Please help us meet our goal of $4000.
Meet Hugh in the attachment!
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Your certificates will be available to pick up in the office. | |
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Happy Neurodiversity Celebration Week!
1 in 5 people are neurodivergent – that means they have learning or thinking differences such as dyslexia, ADHD, or autism.
Neurodiversity Celebration Week is about celebrating these people’s strengths and what they bring to the world and their communities.
If you want to learn more about neurodiversity celebration, inclusion, and how neurodivergent people can succeed in school and life, check out these resources:
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Yearbook Wants Your Photos | |
Training opportunity for parents | |
Student Pick up and Drop Off | |
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For the safety and security of student’s, we would like to remind our community that students should not be dropped off prior to 7:30am and must be picked up prior to 4:00pm, as we offer no assurances that your child will be supervised outside of these times. More information on this can be found on page 22 of the Student and Family Handbook and reads:
For safety, students are to be dropped off and picked up in the designated area before and after school. Students should not arrive prior to 7:30 a.m. and should be picked up before 4:00 p.m. as CECCR offers no assurances that your student will be supervised outside of these times. Please make arrangements with your student regarding transportation or designate an alternative location for your student to wait should they be dropped off or picked up outside of the times. In an emergency which will result in a late pick-up, please call the school office, 720.439.4300.
Thanks
Mike McClintock
Director of Campus Culture
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To better serve our parents and visitors please be sure to make an appointment before visiting CECCR. Our goal is to ensure every visitor gets the time and attention they deserve, and an appointment allows us to reserve that time solely for you! Emails are the most efficient way to contact staff members. All staff members emails are formatted with (firstname.lastname@coloradoearlycolleges.org). | |
Mill Levy Equalization Fund | |
Music Instruments Welcome | |
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We’re starting a music ensemble program and would be more than happy to take any old instruments from attics or other places if any families are looking to donate them?
Contact patrick.nate@coloradoearlycolleges.org
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Spring 2023 Semester
Meetings are on the first and third Tuesdays of every month at 3:20pm in Room 116. Members must keep at least 50% attendance in general meetings to remain on the council, and are also expected to participate in activities and committees.
Contact Mrs. Kim or your Student Council officers with any questions.
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Check out the Student Council Instagram page
and give them a follow to stay updated on student activities!
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If you are concerned that your student may be experiencing changes in their mood or experiencing suicidal behaviors or thoughts, please remember to:
- Stay with the student until you are sure they are safe.
- If there is an immediate threat to your student or other students, call 911.
Click here to access our local guide for food, housing, and health resources.
Local Immediate Crisis Resources
- Colorado Crisis Services Line, 1-844-493-TALK (8255): This 24/7 toll-free hotline is available 365 days a year for anyone affected by a mental health, substance use or emotional crisis. All calls are connected to a mental health professional that will provide immediate support and connections to further resources.
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Crisis Text Service: Anyone can text the word TALK to 38255 anytime, from anywhere in Colorado about any type of crisis. This feature is available 24/7. Visit Home - Colorado Crisis Services for more information.
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Colorado Crisis Walk-In Locations: Walk-in crisis service locations are open 24/7 and offer confidential, in-person crisis support, information and referrals to anyone who needs it. Walk-in locations can be found on the Colorado Crisis Services website at ColoradoCrisisServices.org.
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Crisis Chat Service: On ColoradoCrisisServices.org, individuals can chat with specialists for online emotional support, crisis intervention and suicide assessments. This feature is available from 4 p.m. to midnight, seven days a week.
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Safe2Tell: Call 877-542-7233, text S2T to 274637, download Safe2Tell app, or visit S2T CO | Make a Call. Make a Difference (safe2tell.org)
- (National) Suicide/Crisis Lifeline: 800-273-8255
Free Mental Health Support
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I Matter Campaign offers three free mental health sessions to children in Colorado. Anyone between 12 and 18 can go to the I Matter state website to take a short survey to assess their needs. If the results show they need help, the site will connect them to a provider for a 45-minute appointment in the next two weeks.
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Spark the Change is a FREE resource that connects licensed, volunteer clinicians to students and communities in need of mental health response. Referees can get up to 10 sessions for free, as well as pertinent resources.
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Second Wind Fund is a FREE resource that connects licensed, volunteer clinicians to students at risk for suicide and in need of mental health response. Referees can get up to 12 sessions for free in person or through telehealth, as well as pertinent resources.
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Mental Health Colorado offers FREE screening tools in English and Spanish for people concerned that the mental health symptoms they are experiencing may be impacting their wellbeing.
Additional Resources
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Shadow Day Student Volunteers | |
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We are planning to host Shadow Days in the Spring semester! Shadow Days are days when future students come to campus and are assigned a current student host. The host will give the future student a tour, answer questions, and have them attend their classes and lunch with them. We are looking for students that are kind, welcoming, and passing their classes.
Please fill out this form if you are interested in hosting a shadow student.
https://forms.office.com/r/CyjS6mxezC
Questions?
Contact your jessica.connelly@coloradoearlycolleges.org.
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Monetary Donations
Did you know that you can donate directly to support the Parent Group's efforts? They have been so kind in arranging lunches and coffee for staff on professional development days. If you'd like to support them donate here: https://coloradoearlycolleges.org/ceccr-parent-group/
Gift Card Donations
Next, the Parent Volunteer Committee is looking for donations of Sam's gift cards in order to celebrate the staff and students in November and December. Any amount would be greatly appreciated and can be dropped off in the office to Mrs.Bilstone or emailed to ceccrparents@gmail.com. Feel free to reach out with any questions.
Questions?
Contact ceccrparents@gmail.com.
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CEC is excited to launch our official Alumni Association! Check out our CEC Alumni Association page on LinkedIn and Instagram (@cec_alumni) where graduates can connect, network, and engage. We are actively seeking Class Ambassadors from all graduating classes who would like to be involved in building the CEC Alumni Association and connecting with classmates. For more information, please contact Jennifer Malenky, Director of Philanthropy and Strategic Partnerships, jennifer.malenky@coloradoearlycolleges.org.
Questions?
Contact jennifer.malenky@coloradoearlycolleges.org.
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Tutoring in the Academic Success Center | |
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Click here to schedule your appointment now!
Don't struggle! Tutoring is available in the Academic Success Center (ASC) in room 218. We have staff and peer tutors ready to help in the following High School and College subjects:
- English (all levels)
- Math (all levels)
- Spanish (all HS levels)
- HS and College Biology
- HS Chemistry
- History papers (all levels)
- Economics
- Philosophy
Questions?
Contact cristi.bejadhar@coloradoearlycolleges.org.
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Scholarship List
Click here to access the full list of scholarships.
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:
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College/Career Opportunities | |
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Professional Digital Portfolio!
Students can build a professional digital portfolio through Tallo, an online platform that connects high school and college students to jobs, internships, scholarships and colleges. Major companies recruit from this platform for highly competitive internships through Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Wal-Mart and more.
Go to https://tallo.com/talent/ to learn more!
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Stay Connected With Us!
You can also stay up-to-date with things going on at CEC by following us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Refer Your Friends!
If your friend enrolls in a CEC school for 2023-2024, you may be eligible to receive $100! Click here to learn more.
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