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In Today's Newsletter:
- Attendance Reminder
- School Store
- School Accountability Committee
- Tutoring Information
- Homecoming Information
- Homecoming Parent Request
- Food Services Information
- Double Your Impact: Shopping Extravaganza Fundraiser
- ACT Advocacy Network
- Advising Reminders
- College Bound Seniors
- Submit Yearbook Photos
- Hiring: Substitute
- Parent Discussion Group
- Scholarship Information
- College & Career Opportunities
- Refer-A-Friend Link
- Social Media Links
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Attendance Reminder: If your student will not be attending school, remember to call the attendance line for each absence
(720.505.4010, option 8).
Here is the list of what CEC recognizes as excused absences as listed in our Attendance and Tardy policy: Absences due to temporary illness or injury. Absences due to a physical, mental, or emotional disability. Absences due to a suspension, or expulsion in accordance with C.R.S. 22-33-105 and 106. Absence due to student to whom a current age and school certificate or work permit has been issued pursuant to the Colorado Youth Employment Opportunity Act of 1971. Absence due to a student who is in the custody of a court or law enforcement authorities. Absences due to participation in an approved work-study program. Absences due to court appearances and participation in court-ordered activities, if a student is in out-of-home placement (as that term is defined by C.R.S. 22-32-138(1)(e)). The student's assigned social worker will verify the student's absence was for a court appearance or court-ordered activity. Medical and Legal appointments. Family funeral attendance.
School Store NOW OPEN!
T-Shirts, Hats, Hoodies, Sweatpants, and more!
Order by Monday, 9/27 at noon.
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School Accountability Committee (SAC) |
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CECI School Accountability Committee
The School Accountability Committee is an official group where CECI’s community can be involved in educational improvement at a school. It is through the cooperative efforts of teachers, parents, staff, administrators, students, and community members that the foundations for school improvement are built. All meetings are open for public comment or public attendance. The current board is listed below as well as the dates and times for all upcoming SAC meetings. All interested guests can participate by coming to the CECI campus or by attending virtually by using one of the Microsoft Teams links highlighted below.
CECI’s 2021-2022 SAC Committee and current open positions
- Chairperson: Michael Lovett
- Head of School Designee: Dr. Julie Sale
- Faculty Representative: Chelsea Hull
- Recorder: Alex Gorelik
- Parent Representative: David Hamilton
- Head of School: Jay Egger
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Community Rep.: Currently Open
CECI 2021-2022 SAC Committee Meeting Dates
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September 28, 2021 5:30pm – 6:30pm @ CECI Campus and Microsoft Teams
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November 18, 2021 5:30pm – 6:30pm @ CECI Campus and Microsoft Teams
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January 25, 2022 5:30 – 6:30pm @ CECI Campus and Microsoft Teams
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March 24, 2022 5:30pm – 6:30pm @ CECI Campus and Microsoft Teams
- May 5, 2022 5:30pm – 7:00pm @ TBD (Dinner).
If you have any questions about CECI’s SAC Committee please reach out to Mr. David Hamilton, CECI’s Parent Representative, or Dr. Jay Egger, CECI’s Head of School.
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Get Your College Application Personal Statement Reviewed!
Ms. Chelsea Hull can help with brainstorming, drafting, proofreading, and final revisions. Review hours will be 4th periods on Monday & Thursday in room 214. If you are not available during this time please let Ms. Hull know.
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We are hosting a Homecoming Basketball Tournament and Dance at CEC Inverness on Friday, October 1 and Saturday, October 2. The tournament will be Friday from 1:30-4pm and dance will be Saturday from 6pm-10pm. See below for more information.
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Homecoming Parent Request |
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We are looking for parent chaperones for the Homecoming Dance at CEC Inverness on Saturday, October 2. Please email Ms. Chelsea Hull. if you are interested.
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FREE BREAKFAST/LUNCH IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL STUDENTS THIS YEAR! |
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Come Pick Up Your Breakfast/Lunch from the Cafe!
There is no need to pre-order. Simply come to the cafe between 7:30-7:50am for free breakfast and 11am-1pm for free lunch.
TITAN is a web-based nutrition management software that is used across all CEC campuses. You can set up a TITAN account to access applications, menus, recipes, allergen information, and to load money to your student’s account (additional meals can be purchased at.
QUESTIONS?
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Double Your Impact: Shopping Extravaganza Fundraiser at the Outlets! |
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Get your tickets today and double your impact!
The non-profit that sells the most Shopping Extravaganza tickets between today and 8am on Friday, October 1 will win $500 extra for their group!
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Mark your calendars! We have been selected to participate in the 16th Annual Shopping Extravaganza at Outlets at Castle Rock!
Please join us on Saturday, October 23 starting at 10 AM for a day of fun-filled shopping and exclusive deals on top of Outlets at Castle Rock’s daily savings of 30-70% off retail prices. Tickets are available now at https://www.outletsatcastlerock.com/event/2021-Shopping-Extravaganza/2145551589/ - please remember to select COLORADO EARLY COLLEGES DOUGLAS COUNTY when purchasing so that we receive credit and funds from the ticket sale!
Tickets are $30 per person and include:
- Exclusive discounts numerous luxury fashion brands
- Private catered lunch
- Live entertainment
- Complimentary wine tasting for guests 21+
- The chance at $65,000 in prizes including gift cards to COACH, Under Armour, Michael Kors, Tommy Hilfiger, GUESS, The North Face, and more!
Thank you for supporting us and we look forward to seeing you at Outlets at Castle Rock!
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Colorado Early Colleges is a member of the Colorado League of Charter Schools. As a member, the League provides us with critical advice and support throughout the school year, especially when it comes to protecting our interests and promoting our needs at the State Capitol. They also provide information about charter schools as well as training opportunities for our families and our staff through their ACT Advocacy Network.
This year the League is working hard to add more like-minded supporters to the network. Around the school you’ll see posters referencing ACT, and a flyer with additional information is included in today’s packet. The three schools that sign up the most supporters will win a $1,000 cash prize. In addition, 12 families from across the state will each win a $250 gift card. Sign up to win prizes and to ensure CEC has the resources and support we need to serve your child and the rest of our students well.
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Spring Academic Advising Starts on October 11
Academic advising appointments to plan your spring class schedule will begin on October 11th and end on December 10th. You can schedule your appointment now (see links below). A parent must be present during the appointment.
For College Direct Students or those taking off-campus courses, registration dates for our community college partners are as below. You must meet with your CEC advisor prior to registering for courses off-campus.
ACC: November 2
Red Rocks: November 1
CCD: November 8
CCA: October 4
Pikes Peak: October 18
Front Range: November 9
AIMS: November 1
Metro: November 7
Click on the links below to schedule an appointment with your advisor (check IC if you are not sure who your advisor is):
Off-Campus Students/College Direct
How is your semester going?
If you are starting to struggle in a class, get help right away! Check out the student support and academic tutoring services available at your community college:
What’s happening at ACC?
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Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
The ACC Sigma Phi Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is working on their annual College Project to help highlight student resources available at ACC. Your anonymous feedback on this quick survey will help inform this work.
Invitations for new members for Fall 2021 have been sent out from PTK! Members need to have 3.5 GPA and have completed 12 credits in a degree program or 6 credit hours in a certificate program. Learn more about PTK via the organization’s website.
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Attention College Bound Seniors! |
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Free application codes now available!
Get ready for the college application process. It’s easy to get overwhelmed with the process of applying to universities. Start now and get yourself organized so you don’t miss important deadlines. Click here for a month-by-month planning guide, college search resources, and scholarship information.
Most universities require letters of recommendation from an advisor and/or teacher. Click here for the letter of recommendation request form. Make sure not to request these at the last minute! Give your teacher or advisor time to write a wonderful letter about you!
…also get ready for the Colorado Free Application Days—October 19-21!
Financial Aid
Are you wondering about the ins and outs of financial aid for college? Watch this informative video to get an overview of what you need to know. (CEC Student log-in required. This video was created last year, so the dates referenced have changed. If you have questions, contact your academic advisor.)
High School Transcripts
As you are applying to colleges and universities, don’t forget that you must order your CEC transcripts through Parchment. Create a Parchment Account here (no access code needed). Also, ACC is offering free transcript requests during the month of October.
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Submit Your Photos for Yearbook! |
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Yearbook Photo Submission
College direct, middle school enrichment, CECI seniors, and homeschool students have the opportunity to submit their own portraits to be included in the CECI Yearbook.
The Yearbook Group will accept pictures from August 31 - October 31. Please pay special attention to the information below; if your picture does not meet these requirements the Yearbook Group will ask you to submit another picture.
We will accept:
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High-resolution digital images (.jpeg preferred - the easiest way to share high-quality images without compromising the file is through cloud sharing - GoogleDrive, Microsoft OneDrive, or Dropbox. If you have questions about sharing digital files, please reach out to chelsea.hull@coloradoearlycolleges.org for guidance)
- Physical copies dropped off at the front desk with Ms. Annette at CECI
- All images should be either 2x3 inches or be 640x800 pixels and a resolution between 250 - 300 ppi/dpi
Portrait requirements:
- Plain & clean background (colored backgrounds are okay as long as they’re not busy)
- Good lighting (no shadows)
- Frame the picture for shoulders up
- No selfies!
- Expression must be resting or smiling––no silly faces!
- No hats and/or sunglasses
- Portrait oriented (not landscape)
For all seniors:
- You can submit your own picture
- The picture can be shoulders up, full body, or posed shots
- Dress to impress!
Please submit the information below with your picture.
Student’s full name:
Parent / Guardian signature allowing us to use the photo (if over 18 the student may sign for themselves):
Student Type (select from: Middle School Enrichment, College Direct, MyTech High, Homeschool, or full- or part-time CECI students)
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We are currently seeking highly skilled professionals who currently have a Professional Teaching License for the state of Colorado to serve our students as substitute teachers. If you are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to our Dean of Academics, Dr. Julie Sale at Julie.Sale@ColoradoEarlyColleges.org for more information. We look forward to connecting with you!
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Keep The Calm At Home - Parent Support Group.
Free Interactive Zoom Discussion Group.
We know life and parenting can be a busy and challenging time under any circumstance, please join us and let's support each other. Parents with kids of any age are welcome.
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Senior Scholarship List
- Questbridge Match Scholarship
- Boettcher Scholarship
- Daniels Fund Scholarship - OPENS SOON!
- CollegeBoard Opportunity Scholarships
- Dawson Memorial Scholarship
- Rotary University Hills Scholarship
- Women's Energy Network of Colorado Scholarship Fund
- Grossman 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:
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College & Career Opportunities |
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Town of Parker Volunteer Opportunities
Event: Nothing But Net – Fall Basketball Camp
Date: October 18 – October 21
Location: Parker Fieldhouse
Volunteer Hours: 11:00a.m. – 1:30p.m.
Duties: Set-up and Clean-up
ACC Study Abroad
Through the ACC Short Term Study Abroad Program, you can enhance your area of study while gaining a global perspective on different cultures, theories, history, art, architecture and the economy. Take travel classes for ACC credit and spend one to three weeks during the summer term living and learning in places like Japan and Italy.
- This trip is 16 years and up. These are summer classes, with a travel component. Students would pay for a 3 credit summer class.
- Art & Design trip June 9-19, 2022. It is tied to a full summer class.
- Criminal Justice trip June 2-11, 2022. It is tied to a full summer class.
- We also have another option for high school students. This class is just the trip, with no summer class requirements, no credits. July 7-17, 2022.
Public Health Pre-Apprenticeship Program
The COVID-19 pandemic has increased awareness for the field of public health and the important role that public health and health care professionals play in caring for our communities. As the need to grow a robust public health workforce continues in Colorado and across the nation, the Public Health Pre-Apprenticeship Program is a free online program created to provide an introduction to the public health field and explore health-related careers through online virtual training, career exploration modules, and remote career counseling. You must be 18 years of age or older to participate. You can receive a $100 Amazon gift card with completion of the Public Health Pre-Apprenticeship Program! Click here to learn more!
CU Denver Fall Preview Days
October 1, October 23, November 19, and December 11
At each Fall Preview Day, one lucky student will win a $1,000 tuition award for CU Denver!
ACC Virtual Transfer Fair
October 5, 11am-1pm
Planning a transfer to a 4-year university in the future? Join us for a Virtual Transfer Fair on October 5 from 11:00am – 1:00pm and meet with universities in a virtual platform to learn more about the transfer process. Start the transfer process early! Click here for more information.
MSU Denver Manufacturing Day
October 8, 1:00pm- 4:00pm
This event will include:
- A chance to win a $500 Scholarship
- Tour MSU Denver’s Advanced Manufacturing Sciences Labs
- Learn about exciting careers in advanced manufacturing from diverse people working in the industry
- Meet Colorado manufacturers to learn about current open positions and job requirements
- Meet students studying manufacturing
Exhibitors:
- Lockheed Martin
- Manufacturer’s Edge
- Molecular Products
- Geotech
2021 Independent Electrical Contractors Convention & Expo
October 8, 8:30am-10:30am at the Colorado Convention Center
This October, Independent Electrical Contractors from around the country will join together for the 2021 IEC Convention & Expo. On Friday, October 8, High School students are invited to attend an illuminating Electrical Expo to see cool cutting-edge technologies, meet with exhibitors and industry experts, and participate in hands-on demonstrations. All high school attendees will be entered into a special grand prize drawing! Sign Up to Attend the Expo at: ChargedCareer.com
DU Fall Admission Info Day
October 8, 15, and 22, 9:00am
ACC Open House
October 16, 10am-2pm at all three ACC campuses
Get the knowledge you need online or on a campus close to home.
- ACC Degrees & Pathways
- Career & Academic Advising
- Scholarships (ACC, STEM, Foundation)
- College Credit While in High School
- Support for Military & Veterans
- ACC Resources, Admissions, Enrollment & More!
We are asking that participants RSVP using our events page.
Western Colorado University Preview Days
October 29, March 4, March 26
Preview Days are packed with fun, food and valuable information that your students will find helpful in making the college choice that is best for them. Preview Days are designed for both individual students, as well as student groups. Students and their families will have access to faculty, current students, clubs and organizations, information sessions and a complete campus tour. Western also provides an option for them to have lodging provided free for one night on us. This can be especially helpful for your students who may have economic challenges that hinder visiting otherwise.
16th Annual LaTEENa Conference & Advanced Leadership Symposium
November 6, 8am-4:30pm at Regis University
The mission of the LaTEENa Leadership Program is to empower Latinas to achieve their full potential by maintaining healthy and successful lifestyles, graduating high school, pursuing higher education, and becoming self-sufficient. Click here for more information and to register!
3rd Annual CAGT Student Art Contest
We can’t wait for this year’s art contest! Whether you submitted something before or want to
this year, here’s your chance to have your art displayed and viewed by educators and families
from gifted communities throughout our nation and the world at the NAGC Annual Convention at
the Gaylord Rockies Resort!
CAGT would like to invite our gifted art students from around the state to share their artistic
talents with the attendees at this year’s national convention. Students who attend any K-12 school or homeschool in the state of Colorado can create their artistic interpretation of our conference theme,
The Beauty of Colorado Inside and Out,and share it with us this fall at NAGC convention on November 11-14, 2021.
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Share With Friends!
If you know a family that would benefit from our program, please share our information with them. When we ask students how they heard about CEC, 9 times out of 10 it is because a friend, relative, or neighbor shared this with them.
And if the person you refer enrolls at CEC, you can receive $50 for each part-time student and $100 for each full-time student!
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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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