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CEC Westminster College Direct
February 2024 Newsletter
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Got Questions? Call or email us!
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Reimbursement Request forms will be open from
February 5th through April 12th
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If you are requesting reimbursement for books, a laptop, and/or exams, you must fill out the appropriate form for each different type of request. |
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Eligibility Requirements:
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Textbook/Materials must be REQUIRED for the course - art supplies are not reimbursable
- Student must have remaining funds on their voucher – funds will first be applied to any outstanding fees - remaining funds will be applied to books
- Student must provide all required reimbursement documentation (receipt, syllabus or materials list showing the textbook/materials were required)
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If you are requesting reimbursement for purchased textbooks/materials, you must give the books/materials to CEC in order to receive your reimbursement – we are technically BUYING your books, and they will become part of our office library for others to borrow in the future
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Complete and submit your textbook reimbursement form below: |
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Eligibility Requirements:
- Student must be enrolled in or have previously taken college level English (English Comp I) - you may purchase a laptop at any time, and then hold onto the receipts until you meet this requirement
- Student must have remaining funds on their voucher – funds will first be applied to any outstanding fees
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Full-Time students are eligible for a ONE TIME reimbursement of up to 50% of the purchase price of a laptop up to $250
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Part-Time students are eligible for a ONE TIME reimbursement of up to 50% of the purchase price of a laptop up to $125
- Student must submit receipts showing proof of purchase
- Tablets and iPads are not eligible for reimbursement
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Complete and submit the form in the link below: |
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Eligibility and Procedures:
CEC offers reimbursement to students who take:
- A CLEP (College Level Examination Program) examination, or similar exam provided by a college, for a college course that aligns with the student’s ICAP goals.
- An Industry Certification Examination that aligns with the student’s ICAP goals.
Documentation will be submitted with reimbursement request:
- Proof of passing score
- Transcript showing credit earned or copy of official Industry Certification earned
- Receipt showing payment
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Sales tax, shipping costs, handling fees, and other similar charges will not be reimbursed. *
Reimbursements will be issued only up to the amount of funds remaining in the student’s end-of-semester voucher balance. Should a student need to go over their spring voucher amount of $2,100 (full-time students) or $1,050 (part-time students) to cover exam cost, the student’s advisor must give approval. *
The reimbursement amount is charged to the student’s voucher. *
Reimbursements are charged directly to the student’s voucher and will be issued only if there are funds remaining on the student’s voucher. *
Reimbursements will affect student’s voucher balance and might limit the number of courses CEC will pay for during the school year. *
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Questions? Please contact Raychel Carpenter
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The SAT is going digital in 2024!
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It's never too early to start practicing for the SAT! Click below to access the College Board's official practice resources: |
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Tell your Friends & Family!
New Student Enrollment for the
2024-2025 School Year is Open!
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We appreciate the way you share the CEC Love with your friends and family to help keep CEC Westminster College Direct growing!
We are now accepting enrollment applications for the 24-25 school year. If you know someone who could benefit from CEC, please send them our way! Mrs. Crider loves talking with prospective families, so feel free to pass along her enrollment email [email protected] or phone number (720) 328-2929.
You are also welcome to share our enrollment link:
If you are already enrolled with CEC for the 23-24 school year, you do not need to re-apply.
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Info Meetings for the 2024-2025 School Year |
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Know someone who wants to learn more about CEC Westminster College Direct, or need a refresher for yourself? Join us for a virtual Info Meeting on February 6th or February 29th, 5-6pm. Sign up below! |
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Sharing is Caring!
Refer-A-Friend to Colorado Early Colleges and you may be eligible to receive up to $100!
How it Works:
- You tell a friend about Colorado Early Colleges and that friend completes the CEC enrollment process to one of our schools or programs.
- You fill out our Refer-A-Friend form and submit it by October 1st, 2024.
- If your friend stays enrolled through October 31st of their first semester, you will receive a $100 Gift Card for a Full-Time student or a $50 Gift Card for a Part-Time student. It's a Win-Win situation for everyone!
Click on the link below to for more information, rules & restrictions:
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Thank you for being part of CEC - we couldn't do what we do without you! |
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Have You Heard About Xello? |
Xello is a fantastic tool that can help students discover exciting college, university, trade, military, and career options based on their personality, skills, and knowledge.
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Students can use Xello to complete interactive career, personality, learning style, and skills assessments to help them better understand their unique interests, skills, and strengths. Each assessment encourages reflection, helping students connect who they are with relevant career options. |
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How to Get Started:
- Log in to Xello using your CEC student email address and password:
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- Click About Me to complete the Matchmaker Quiz to help you connect with potential career fields, you can also complete the Personality and Learning Style Quizes to refine your career matches, and other options to help you think about your future and start building your resume
- Click Explore to help you discover Careers, Colleges, and Majors - there are so many options you may have never thought about!
- Click Plans to start setting Personal Goals and begin Planning for Your Future!
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Talk to your advisor to learn more about what Xello can do for you! |
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Did You Know You Have a CEC Student Email Account?
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Your CEC student email account is used for Official CEC Business, such as accessing important forms for Textbook & Laptop Reimbursement this spring, or to check your email for Parchment links for transcripts, etc...
In order to use these forms, you must be signed into office.com with your CEC Student Email Account.
Please note:
Your CEC student email is NOT the same email you use for your
community college accounts.
If you have never set up your CEC Student Email account, or if you do not know how to sign into your CEC Student Email Account, Click HERE for Instructions
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CEC IT Support
Need help with your CEC Student Account or need to re-set your Password?
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Remember, CEC IT Support can only assist you with your CEC Student Accounts.
If you need support with your community college accounts, please reach out to your college's IT team.
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Planning to Play Spring Sports through CHSSA?
All students participating in CHSSA sports are required to have a form on file at the high school they attend.
Remember: it is the student's responsibility to communicate with professors regarding any missed classes.
Absences are not recognized at the college level.
CEC does not report grades/eligibility for Westminster College Direct students.
Please click on the link below to complete and submit a form
for each sport you are participating in:
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If you have CHSSA specific questions, reach out directly to your athletic director. |
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We are still missing a number of pictures for our internal records. Please send your advisor a current picture as a .jpg for our records with the following parameters: neutral background, full or 3/4 front facing view, from the shoulders up, and in line with the CEC dress code - the full Dress Code policy can be found in the
- Clothing must cover all undergarments and midriff
- Tank-top straps must be at least 4 fingers wide - no spaghetti straps or halter/backless tops
- No pajama tops or costumes
- No hats or head coverings, with the exception of traditional/religious headwear
- Visible clothing, jewelry, accessories or tattoos should not contain offensive words, symbols or pictures
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If you would like to request a CEC Student ID, please contact Ann Crider at [email protected]
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February & March Calendars |
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February 3 - FRCC - FAFSA Day
February 14 - Valentine's Day
February 16 - Aims Conversation Day - no day or evening classes
February 19 - President's Day - CEC Closed
March 4 - Aims Course Catalog becomes viewable online
March 6 - FRCC Course Catalog becomes viewable online
March 11 - FRCC & RRCC Registration opens for students with 30+ credits completed
March 1 - CEC Grad deadline to submit Transcripts for CLEP Credits
March 5 - CEC Final Graduation Planning Meeting
March 11-15 - CEC Westminster Closed for Spring Break
March 11-15 - FRCC & Aims Closed for Spring Break
March 18-22 - RRCC Closed for Spring Break
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Remember, it is your responsibility to be familiar with the dates, deadlines, and policies of the community college you are taking your classes through! |
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Did You Receive a Bill from the Community College?
Wait - isn't CEC supposed to cover my tuition?!?!
Sometimes the community colleges will send a bill or you may see a statement with a balance owed when you log into your community college student account - it may even show past due!
Don't Worry! You do not need to pay this bill.*
Billing is reconciled between the community college and CEC each semester.
Should you ever exceed your funds for the school year, CEC will bill you directly, after the school year ends (Summer 2024). If you have any questions or are wondering if you need to pay a bill you received from the community college, please reach out to your advisor to confirm,
before you pay.
* unless you are taking additional classes as self-pay
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Front Range Community College Info |
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Attention 2024 Grads! To assist student and families with the FAFSA, the FRCC Financial Aid Office will be hosting several workshops this the spring.
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FAFSA Day
Saturday, February 3, 2024
11am-1pm
Larimer Campus - Mount Antero Building, Entrance MA02
Boulder County Campus - C Building, Entrance 4
Westminster Campus - Welcome Center, Entrance 1
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FAFSA Thursdays
Every other Thursday, starting February 29, 2024
(2/29, 3/14, 3/28, 4/11, 4/25, 5/9, 5/23, 6/6, 6/20)
4 pm - 6 pm
Larimer Campus - Mount Antero 207
Boulder County Campus - A Building A1444
Westminster Campus - B1550
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What to Bring:
- FSA ID
- FAFSA Contributor Information (Name, Date of Birth, Social Security Number - if applicable)
- 2022 Federal Tax Return, 2022 W-2 Forms
- Social Security Number/Alien Registration Number
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Front Range has great resources to support you!
Click below for more info:
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Need additional support?
Owen Smiley
Concurrent Enrollment Coordinator
Instructor, Humanities & Philosophy
Front Range Community College
(303)404-5421
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Winter Weather is Unpredictable!
Familiarize yourself with FRCC's closure and delay policies.
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Red Rocks Community College Info |
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Attention 2024 Grads!
Need Help Navigating the Financial Aid Process?
RRCC will be hosting FAFSA/CAFSA Workshops this spring!
Financial Aid counselors will be available to help you apply for college financial aid. All events are open to the community.
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Rocks the FAFSA/CAFSA
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
5:00pm to 7:00pm
Location: Lakewood Financial Aid Office
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Additional Dates:
- February 17th: 9am-12am at Lakewood Financial Aid Office
- February 21st: 5pm-7pm at Lakewood Financial Aid Office
- March 6th: 5pm-7pm at Arvada
- March 16th: 9am-12pm at Arvada
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Red Rocks offers a number of services to support and enhance your learning.
These services are FREE to all Red Rocks Students, so be sure to take advantage of as many of them as you need!
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Need additional support?
Lindsay Brachle
Concurrent Enrollment Navigator
Red Rocks Community College
(303) 914-6266
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Wondering if winter weather is closing your campus? |
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Aims Community College Info |
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Planning for college next year? Join Aims & UNC for FAFSA Fest! |
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Tuesday, February 20, 5am-8pm
Saturday, February 24, 10am-1pm
Where:
3rd floor Ballroom or the Welcome Center of the Aims Greeley Campus 4901 W 20th St
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What to bring: 2022 Tax Information, Social Security Number, FSA ID (parent & student) |
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Aims offers a wide range of services to help you achieve success
as a college student and beyond. Aims offers tutoring services and academic support through the Learning Commons. Click below for more info:
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Need additional support?
Jamie Viefhaus-Zak
High School Student Success Coach
Aims Community College
(970)378-3660
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Seniors Graduating in the 23-24 School Year: |
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Class of 2024
Graduation Approaches!
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Class of 2024 Important Dates & Deadlines
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March 5th, 5pm - Final Graduation Planning Meeting at the CECFC HS in Fort Collins - there will be a recording of this meeting for families who cannot attend - More information to come!
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March 6th - Deadline for the President's Award Scholarship - CEC is offering a $2500 President’s Award Scholarship competition to all CECFC high school graduates in the 2023-24 school year. Complete details will be available starting February 5th on the homepage of the CEC Grad Website at www.cubstowolves.com
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March 1st - Deadline for submitting CLEP and/or AP College Credits – Grads, if you have received CLEP or AP college credit that appears on your college transcript, please send CEC your official college transcript from the institution that awarded the credit. We need to ensure your high school transcript is updated with the information and have an accurate count of all the college credits you have earned. Official transcripts can be sent to: [email protected]
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Forgot to pay your Grad Fees or complete your Graduation Application?
Please contact us as soon as possible.
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Don't forget to check your community college for graduation application deadlines! |
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Senior Spotlight Opportunity! |
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Senior Parents/Guardians - would you like to see your senior spotlighted this semester on the CEC social media pages? Send your senior's name, baby picture, senior or recent picture, and a fun fact to: [email protected] to be featured!
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You received info regarding how to get your transcripts through Parchment in the Senior Newsletter - Our registrar has now issued links to access the platform.
BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR CEC STUDENT EMAIL
FOR YOUR LINK TO ACCESS PARCHMENT
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Have a Graduating Senior?
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Thinking about starting college in the fall?
Federal & State Financial Aid is available!
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The 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is now available! |
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The 2024-2025 Colorado Application for
State Financial Aid is now Open!
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Scholarship Opportunities & Resources |
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There are so many great websites you can use to search for scholarships that might be right for you, from local to national, creative arts to STEM... click on the icons below for more info.
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Want to know what's happening at CEC Fort Collins?
Check your their Newsletter HERE!
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Be sure to take a look at the 2023-2024 CEC Student & Family Handbook. While not all information is relevant to our College Direct students, it is still important to be familiar with the CEC policies and procedures. |
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CEC is excited to launch the official
CEC Alumni Association!
Check it out on
Connect, Network, & Engage
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Happy New Year from the CECFC Health Office! Here are some friendly reminders about illnesses:
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Illnesses: Please do not send students to school if they are ill.
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COVID-19: If your student is diagnosed with COVID-19, they should remain home from school for 5 full days since symptom onset or positive test. Your student should return only after symptoms have resolved. Masking is recommended for days 6 through 10.
Let’s have a healthy spring semester!
If have any questions or concerns, please contact the CEC Fort Collins School Nurse, Jen McGlue at: [email protected]
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CECFC Student Support Services |
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If you are eligible for Student Services support, such as an a 504 Plan or an IEP, please be sure you have connected with the CECFC Student Services Team to ensure your plan is up to date and that any necessary accommodations are in place this fall, prior to State Testing this spring.
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If you are receiving this newsletter, but not attending CEC for the 2023-2024 school year, please contact Ann Crider at [email protected] to be removed from our mailing list.
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