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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 to hire motivated students to fill your needs. 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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Your certificates will be available to pick up in the office THIS week. | |
President's Scholarship Award! | |
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Dear CECCR Graduates,
Please take advantage of this $2,500 Scholarship Opportunity!
If you are graduating this May 2023 or you already graduated in December 2022 you are eligible for this President's Scholarship Award!
Printed packets are located in the front office and attached here with all necessary information and forms.
Due date is March 8th by 4:00pm emailed to Ms. Blind - hard copies will not be accepted. Link to forms
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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). | |
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We would like to address a few concerns regarding the use of technology and our education platforms.
- Use of personal electronic devices is prohibited within the classroom, unless specified by the teacher. This includes video recording and pictures.
- Use of personal electronics, cell phones, cameras, or any recording device is strictly prohibited within any bathroom.
- The use of our education platform, Teams, is for student use only. No one should use your Teams account for any reason, nor should you use anyone else’s account. This includes Teams Messaging.
Below is from our policy:
Use of Personal Electronic Devices.
Students may carry electronic communication devices approved by the Head of School, but these devices must be turned off and put away during instructional time, unless they are being used for instructional purposes and with approval of the teacher. Regarding non-instructional time, school staff members have the authority to restrict students' use of such devices in school buildings, on school buses, at school sponsored activities, and on field trips, if, in the judgment of the staff member, the use of the device interferes with the educational environment. Use of electronic communication devices with cameras is prohibited in locker rooms, bathrooms, or other locations where such operation may violate the privacy rights of another person. Use of cameras to record all or part of any classroom instruction is permissible only with the approval of the teacher. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that the device is turned off and out of sight during unauthorized times
All of this is specified within our technology policy LINK HERE
You may also find information in the Student Handbook
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On behalf of the current NHS presidents, members, administration, faculty council, and myself, I would like to formally congratulate the following students for their acceptance into the Colorado Early Colleges Castle Rock chapter of the National Honors Society. The following members have demonstrated incredible accomplishments in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, and character.
Ellie Renfro
Halli Millet
Jacob Bracke
Kylah Dierks
Leah Kerper
Lillyan Higgs
Logan Cooper
Luke Bartunek
Grace Shirley
Sophia Burden
This will be our first ever induction here at CEC Castle Rock and we are honored to have this opportunity to recognize these 10 outstanding students for their hard work and dedication to serving our community. We are excited to grow our current chapter to 21 students!
Be on a lookout for all community and service events that we plan to work on this semester. We hope you can come out and support us! If you have any questions about NHS or our events, don't hesitate to reach out to Mrs. Neihart at melissa.neihart@coloradoearlycolleges.org.
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CEC Annual Report Highlights | |
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CEC has become Colorado’s leading early college network of schools currently serving 5,600 public and homeschool students across the state in three middle schools, seven high schools, several homeschool programs, and an online school.
Since our inception in 2007, CEC has supported students in earning over 224,000 college credits; has graduated 2,148 students with college degrees; and has saved families over $41 million in tuition, fees, and book costs.
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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!
Join the Advisory Board for the Born This Way Foundation!
Born This Way Foundation is excited to announce their search for the next class of Advisors, and they are honored to invite YOU! Go here to find out more information.
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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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