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Important Dates
Friday, September 30, 5am - 9News Filming at CECI
Monday, October 3 - Count Day
Friday, October 7 - Family/Teacher Conferences
(No HS classes; college classes in session)
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9News Filming at CECI Next Friday, 9/30 @ 5am! | |
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NEXT FRIDAY
September 30, 5:00am-9:00am
Help us celebrate 9News selecting CEC Inverness to kick off their Cool Schools Segment!
We are inviting all CECI students to participate in the live segments on Friday, September 30 at 5am to 9am in the cafeteria!
We will have breakfast, treats, and fun activities to encourage all students to come out to participate!
We will have coffee for the parents/guardians that get up early to drop their kids off!
Prize Donations
We would love to be able to raffle off some prizes to thank our students for getting up so early to support our school! If you are able to donate any sort of raffle prizes: $10-20 gift cards, speakers, headphones, reusable water bottles, etc, please contact Mary Bain at mary.bain@coloradoearlycolleges.org.
Questions?
Contact mary.bain@coloradoearlycolleges.org.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
October Count Day is COMING! Every school year we are required by the Colorado Department of Education to report our enrollment numbers. This is done by attendance verification. The attendance verification window is from September 26 through October 11, with October 3 being the official Count Day.
We ask that students be in attendance during this attendance window, and we request that all on campus students be present for each assigned class and all online students are active in their online class during the class time. Due to the importance of Count Day on 10/3, please do NOT have appointments or early pickup be conducted on that date which would remove the student from the classroom.
Bottom line, October Count provides CECDC the funding for your student to receive the $4200 voucher to pursue college goals, hire and retain quality instructors, and deliver top-notch programming! October Count is crucial to the continued success of CECDC to provide you and your family this wonderful opportunity.
We kindly request your support during Count Day. If you have questions regarding this event, please contact the school for additional information.
Questions?
Contact shannon.miles@coloradoearlycolleges.org.
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CECI Family Communication Flowchart | |
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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.
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The deadline to sign up for the PSAT/NMSQT on Wednesday, October 12th was September 10th.
For those of you who are already signed up, please do the following:
- Create a College Board account at collegeboard.org if you have not done so already.
- Our school AI code is 061157 if you need it to sign up.
- There are practice tests available on the College Board website. Please review. There are hard copy student guides at Parker and more will be delivered to Castle Rock and Inverness Friday morning.
- Send your check for $17.00 written out to CEC Douglas County.
- Please send the check the week of October 4th. Please do not send it earlier as the school business manager must operate within a certain timeline for receiving funds.
- The test will be administered on Wednesday, October 12th. Please arrive by 7:30 a.m.
More details will be made available as we get closer to the test. Thanks!
There will not be a make-up day for this test.
Questions?
Contact lisa.davila@coloradoearlycolleges.org.
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It’s College Fair Season!
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.
Degree Checks
Did you miss the ACC degree check on Wednesday? If so, click here for instructions on how to login to myACC, how to change your major, and how to run and print a degree check. If you are pursuing an Associate degree or certificate through ACC, please bring your degree check with you to your next advising appointment. If you have any difficulties, please see your advisor. Here’s a link to a video explaining how to read your degree check. (Note that the video is from Pikes Peak Community College, but the system is the same as ACC.)
On-Campus Students
Important Deadlines:
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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.
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Questions?
Contact your advisor.
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Concurrent Enrollment students are eligible for the CARE Forward Colorado, a program dedicated to revitalizing Colorado’s healthcare workforce through zero-cost, short-term training programs at community and technical colleges.
Starting in Fall 2022, students who enroll in one of the following healthcare certificate programs will have tuition, fees, and course materials covered as Care Forward Colorado funding allows:
To learn more about CARE Forward Colorado visit:
https://cccs.edu/new-students/cccs-transfer-training-programs/new-students-cccs-transfer-training-programs-care-forward-colorado/
Eligibility and application requirements for Concurrent Enrollment Students:
- Step 1: Complete the 2022-2023 FAFSA/CAFSA
- For the question asking if you have a high school diploma by a certain date, answer it truthfully. Most likely your answer will be “no.”
- You will need to select ACC’s school code in order for us to receive your Student Aid Report.
- ACC’s school code is 001346 or select “Arapahoe Community College”
- You may receive notification that your FAFSA/CAFSA was “rejected” but ACC will still receive notification that you applied fulfilling the eligibility requirement for CARE Forward
- Step 2: Complete the CARE Forward Program Interest Form
- https://www.arapahoe.edu/care-forward-colorado
Note: Initial funding for CE students will be covered by the MOU agreement. Additional monies not covered in the MOU such as books and fees can be covered through CARE Forward.
Questions?
ACC Concurrent Enrollment
acc.ce@arapahoe.edu
303.797.5946
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Bus Transportation UPDATE | |
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The CEC Network has recently hired a bus trainer to certify and endorse all of our drivers. Once they are onboarded, they will begin to train our new driver. We are shooting for an October start date for bus service.
Stay tuned for more updates coming soon.
Questions?
Contact transportation@coloradoearlycolleges.org.
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Spring Break Europe Trip Full | |
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Please support students partaking in the 2023 Europe Trip by participating in the following fundraisers:
Chick-fil-a Car Wash
Please support our students by attending our for-donation car wash at the Parker Chick-fil-a on Sunday, September 25 from 12:00-4:00pm. Students are raising money for their expenses for the 2023 Europe Trip and you can make an impact by getting your car washed!
Colonna’s Pizza
If you aren’t able to attend our car wash, please consider supporting our students by eating yummy pizza! We are hosting a fundraiser at Colonna’s Pizza on Wednesday, September 28 from 4:00-8:00pm. Don’t forget to mention CEC, so we can receive a portion of the profits that evening!
Address: 11215 S Parker Rd Parker, CO 80134
Thank you again to all of the parents that attended meetings, considered this opportunity for their student, and who recognized the value in world travel. The trip is currently at full capacity and students that enroll will now join a waitlist. For any questions or information about joining the waitlist, please reach out to Jaycee DeSimone or Mary DiIorio at jaycee.desimone@coloradoearlycolleges.org or mary.diiorio@coloradoearlycolleges.org
Questions?
Please contact Jaycee Henderson or Mary DiIorio through Teams or email.
jaycee.desimone@coloradoearlycolleges.org
mary.diiorio@coloradoearlycolleges.org
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Scholarship List
We will now be posting scholarships that we find on our advising college guide! 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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CoorsTek Denver Metro Regional Science and Engineering Fair Kick Off
September 24, 9:00am-3:00pm, CU Denver
Students are invited to attend the Denver Metro Regional Science and Engineering Fair Season Kick-Off to learn more on how to participate in the DMRSEF Science fair and what to expect. The Denver Metro Regional Science and Engineering Fair (DMRSEF) was established in 1963 to give pre-collegiate researchers an outlet to engage their scientific interests and an opportunity to interact with professional researchers and scientists. Serving eight counties in the Denver metropolitan area (Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Jefferson, and Summit), the CoorsTek DMRSEF provides area middle school and high school students a vehicle to develop their scientific skillsets and an annual opportunity to present their research. Each year, middle and high school category winners represent the CoorsTek DMRSEF at the Colorado Science and Engineering Fair (CSEF), and our three Senior Best in Fair winners represent Colorado at the prestigious Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). Register here.
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Transportation & Construction Girl
September 29, 8:30-1:30, Jefferson County Fairgrounds
Female students interested in the transportation and construction industry can register to attend an amazing event hosted by Transportation & Construction Girl (TGC) on Sept 29 at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds from 8:30am-1:30pm. REGISTER HERE if interested.
CU Anschutz Medical Pre Health Day
October 1, 10:00am-1:30pm, Virtual
Interested in a career in the health professions? A virtual visit to CU Anschutz with live interactive sessions with program representatives will teach you about all the fields in which you are interested. This includes:
- Dental Medicine (DDS)
- Public Health (Master of Public Health, DrPH)
- Graduate Programs and Medical Scientist Training Program (MS, PhD, MD/PhD)
- Modern Human Anatomy (MS)
- Nursing (Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor of Nursing Practice)
- Pharmacy (PharmD)
- Physician Assistant (Master of Physician Assistant Studies)
- Anesthesiologist Assistant (Master of Science)
- Physical Therapy (Doctor of Physical Therapy)
- Medicine (MD)
The free event is open to all high school, undergraduate, and graduate-level students as well as advisors and parents/guardians! Click here to register.
College Fair of Greater Denver
October 1, 10:00am-12:00pm, Mountain Vista High School
Since 1972 College Fairs of Greater Denver, Inc. has provided high school students and parents an opportunity to meet with college representatives through an annual series of college fair programs and workshops. This organization is comprised of high school counselors and college admissions representatives from the greater Denver area. Each program provides students and parents the opportunity to meet college representatives one-on-one.
Please note: these events are FREE for students and parents to attend. However, we do strongly encourage students to register at StriveFair.com. This eliminates the need for students to fill out a contact card at each table.
Virtual Info Sessions for Seniors Interested in Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, UPenn, & Stanford
October 2, October 3
Representatives from Duke University, Georgetown University, Harvard University, the University of Pennsylvania, and Stanford University will present information about their institutions, discuss the application process, and answer questions on how to put together a strong and reflective application. Each program will end with breakout sessions where representatives will answer questions about their specific school and the application process. Click to sign up:
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.
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