In Today's Newsletter:
- CECP Is Not a Part of DCSD
- Spring Break Resources
- Neighborhood Reminder
- Advising Reminders- Advising NOW OPEN!
- Junior Jumpstart to College Series
- Career Fair
- Parent Volunteers Needed for Career Fair
- Financial Literacy Forum
- Wish Week
- Talent Show
- What's For Lunch?
- Tutoring Information
- Yearbook Announcements
- Scholarship Information
- College & Career Opportunities
- Social Media Links
- Refer-A-Friend Link
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Important Dates
Monday, March 14- Friday, March 18 - Spring Break
Friday, April 1 - Talent Show @ CECCR
Wednesday, April 13 - SAT (11th testing, no classes)
Thursday, April 14 - PSAT (9th/10th testing, no classes)
Monday, April 18 - No School
Friday, April 22 - CMAS (11th testing, asynchronous remote classes)
Saturday, April 23 - Prom
Friday, April 29 - Career Fair
Friday, April 29 & Saturday, April 30 - Spring Musical
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Reminder: CECP Is Not a Part of DCSD |
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Did you know that CEC's Douglas County Campuses: CEC Inverness, CEC Castle Rock, and CEC Parker are part of a state-authorized network of charter schools and are not aligned with a specific school district? This allows ALL CEC campuses to provide Students and Families flexible, accessible, and individualized learning and support for all.
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While the school breaks are often a time for friends and family, we recognize that they can also be stressful. Although some people look forward to a break, others may struggle with a lack of structure, and while some people look forward to opportunities "to let loose," others may experience difficulty maintaining their recovery or with pressure from peers.
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.
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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Parents & Students,
Please be mindful of neighboring businesses and residences as you travel Parkglenn Way. The posted speed limit is 30 mph.
We’ve had some recent complaints from neighbors about speeding, careless driving, and blocking parts of the roadway during drop-off and pick-up. We have a great relationship with our friends in the area and they keep a good eye on our school during breaks, weekends, and at night. We want to continue to respect them as well in our neighboring relationship.
Thanks for your help in this matter.
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The advising calendar is now open!
Advising will begin Tues, March 22nd.
Note: Seniors who are graduating do not need to schedule an appointment since they are not enrolling in fall courses.
ATTN GRADUATING SENIORS
It is your responsibility to do a degree check with your community college advisor and confirm your associate degree with the college you are earning your associate degree from. As a reminder, you will not receive your high school diploma unless you have met 1 of the following degree requirements: Associate degree completion, 60+ college credits, or a certificate. If you have any questions, please reach out to your CEC advisor.
CEC 2021-2022 Graduate Scholarship
It’s time to apply for CECP’s annual President’s Award Scholarship. All 2021 – 2022 graduates are eligible to apply.
The CEC President’s Award Scholarship is presented each year to one graduating senior from each CEC high school. The $2,500.00 scholarship is presented at the honoree’s graduation ceremony.
To apply for the Scholarship:
- You must be graduating in the 2021 – 2022 academic school year.
- Students applying for the President’s Award are to create a submission that demonstrates how grit, a growth mindset, tenacity, and/or resiliency have applied in their personal life.
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Students must use one of the following media for their submission before the March 11, 4:00 p.m., deadline. Graphic arts which may include a poster, painting, computer generated graphics, or other visual media.
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Video or film media with a maximum length of five minutes. The video or film may include interviews, demonstrations, performances, audio presentations, visual presentations, and/or graphic presentations and submitted via electronic format (i.e., YouTube.com, audio file, etc.).
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Personal essay explaining the application of how grit, a growth mindset, tenacity, and/or resiliency have applied in their personal life.
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Performing arts which may include a dance, musical performance (song or instrument), or speech. The performance should be between three and five minutes in length and submitted via electronic format (i.e., YouTube.com, audio file, etc.). The competitor can utilize the assistance of up to four other students in their presentation; however, only the applicant will be able to receive the scholarship.
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Students applying for the President’s Award will email their submission, including the President’s Award Student Submission Cover Page (linked below), directly to their Head of School, Ms. Keshia Medellin at keshia.medellin@coloradoearlycolleges.org.
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Please click here for more information and the cover page.
Denver Metro College Fair
For Students and Families (yes, that means you too, 9th Graders!)
Free and open to the public, RMACAC fairs connect you with colleges and universities in one convenient location. After 2 years of being virtual, the Denver Metro College Fair is returning to an in-person event! Connect with Admissions Representatives to gather information, ask questions, and gain a contact for the schools on your list.
Date: Sunday, April 3, 2022
Time: 1:00 - 3:00p MDT
Location: Cherokee Trail High School, 25901 E Arapahoe Rd., Aurora, CO 80016
Parking and COVID information will be forthcoming.
Students: Register in advance with StriveScan by completing a quick form. After you sign up, StriveScan will send a barcode via text message and email. At the college fair, present your barcode to college representatives to receive more information about that college. The next day, you will receive an email with a report of all of the colleges and representatives you met, along with their contact information and social media profiles. Click here to learn what you need to know and do when attending a College Fair. Click here for a list of questions to ask the Admissions Reps.
Tip for the event: Create a professional sounding email address before registering that will serve as your alternative email to use during the college admissions process. In high school, you will receive lots of emails from schools and websites you register with. Having an alternative account will help keep it organized.
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Junior Jumpstart to College Series |
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CEC Castle Rock, Inverness, and Parker juniors and their families are invited to join the Jumpstart to College Series hosted at CEC Parker.
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Save the Date - CECDC CAREER FAIR - Friday, April, 29, 10 am - 12 pm!
- Will be at CEC Inverness
- Open for all students enrolled in CECDC schools
- Attend 2 of 6 sessions focusing on key career pathways lead by ACC Department Heads - each focusing on related careers, salary, education, and tidbits of helpful information for that pathway (10 am - 11 am)
- Health Sciences
- Business and Marketing
- STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
- Skilled Trades
- Human Services (counseling, family and community services, education, etc.)
- Computer Science and Information Technology
- Industry Representatives from the 6 pathways will be available for student questions (11 am - 12 pm)
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Company Representatives will also be present to discuss summer Internship opportunities for students (11 am - 12 pm)
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A registration link will be posted in the coming weeks. Students MUST register in advance to attend. Registered students who attend the fair will receive an excused absence from any CECDC classes.
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Parent Volunteers Needed for Career Fair |
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Parents Volunteers Needed! We are in need of business professionals in our CEC community to represent their career/industry at our Career Fair on Friday, April 29th at CEC Inverness from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.. This is a great opportunity to share with students what your occupation entails and give advice on how to prepare for a career in your field. For more information and how to get involved, please fill out this FORM. Thank you for your support!
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Student Financial Literacy Forum!!
Please join us!
When: April 20th from 4:00p.m - 5:30p.m.
Where: The event will be held at the CECI Campus, Geneva conference room (321 Inverness Dr. South - Englewood).
What: CECI Financial Literacy Community Forum.
Why: To help students understand and prepare for their financial journey as they enter into adulthood.
In today’s world, finances can be complicated and overwhelming for adults, especially young adults who are experiencing the reality that soon they will be making financial decisions that may shape their financial future when they enter college or the workforce. In this course, we will start with building a foundation that will cover the following:
1) Goal Setting- Reviewing how to make realistic financial goals and staying focused on completing them,
2) SMART Goals-How to help students use and understand the SMART format,
3) Budgeting-The importance of creating a monthly budget,
4) Basics of Credit-The benefits of using Credit,
5) Credit Score-High level overview of what makes up a credit score.
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Wish Week Is Coming Up!
March 28 - April 4
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CEC Douglas County Talent Show on April 1, 7pm at CEC Castle Rock
AUDITIONS: Do you have a talent? Do you play an instrument? Sing? Dance? Then come show off your talent in an all Douglas County Talent show, to be performed on April 1st at CEC Castle Rock. Any student interested in auditioning, please contact Ms. Tara Hedberg before March 25th, all auditions must be submitted by March 25th to be in the show.
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Families can use the link below to check what is on the menu for lunch each week.
Students can check the cafeteria TV screens to see what's on the menu for the day/week.
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Free Tutoring in the Academic Success Center
Peer Tutoring: Monday - Friday, 3rd & 4th period. Tuesday/Thursday, 5th period.
TutorMe Online Tutoring
ACC students have the ability to use TutorMe, a live, on-demand, tutoring service. Students are allowed 10 hours per week of free tutoring in any subject.
To use the ACC provided TutorMe Instant Online Tutoring:
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Sign in to the student's ACC Student Portal. Use your S-number and password or create a new account. Link to ACC Student Portal.
- Once in, navigate to the course access button to access the D2L interface.
- On the D2L main page, go to helpful links on the right side of the screen and select the – TutorMe – Instant Online Tutoring.
- It will open a new tab and then one can select to work with a tutor now and then choose the topic.
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Scholarship List
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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CalPoly Humboldt Information Dinner
March 12, 5:30-7pm, JW Marriott Denver Cherry Creek
If you are a student working toward a STEM career you might be interested in learning more about Cal Poly Humboldt. It is the newest "polytechnic" school in California. They are hosting a dinner for students and families. Join them for dinner and learn more about:
- Humboldt’s Polytechnic Vision and what it can do for you and the career you want to pursue
- Western Undergraduate Exchange tuition discount program
- Admissions eligibility and FAQ
Rising Leaders Initiative
March 15 Deadline
The Rising Leaders Initiative is a one-year advocacy training program for charter high school students who want to become active participants in education policy decisions in their local community and state and develop skills to guide their educational and professional pathways. Students will be eligible for a $3,000 stipend for their participation in the program. Advocacy clubs will also receive operating funds. Click here to apply.
AI Camp Scholarships
March 15 Deadline
AI Camp (www.ai-camp.org) is offering scholarships for their 3-Week Summer Camp! AI Camp is founded by Stanford Ph.Ds, and have taught thousands of students about AI! No coding experience is needed. About 70% of our applicants are awarded with a scholarship. The best students even get a tech internship later! To apply, click here: https://www.ai-camp.org/summer-camp-scholarship. This amazing opportunity is first-come, first serve.
ACC's Virtual Transfer Fair
March 22, 11am-1pm
Planning a transfer to a 4-year university in the future? Meet with universities in a virtual platform to learn more about the transfer process. Start the transfer process early! For a live link on Fair Day click on arapahoe.edu/events.
ACC's Diversity Dialogues: Women In STEM
March 23, 12-1pm
Join us for Diversity Dialogues: Women in STEM on March 23 from 12-1pm in the Summit Room (Littleton Campus) to listen to women who work in STEM fields as they discuss their experiences and the need to improve diversity in these professions.
ACC's Engineering: Careers of Infinite Possibilities
March 23, 12-1pm
Join this virtual, interactive panel discussion with ACC faculty, alumni, and top career professionals who will breakdown infinite career possibilities for today's engineering students. Registration here.
ACC's Resume & Interview Skills Workshop
March 24, 12-1pm
Western Colorado University Preview Days
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.
ACC's Career Exploration & Job Search Techniques – LinkedIn & Networking
March - April
Discover how to use LinkedIn and our amazing alumni network to explore career paths and options while learning valuable job search skills at the same time! For more information or for accommodations, please email careers@arapahoe.edu.
ACC's Psychology: Degrees & Careers
April 13, 12-1pm
Join this virtual, interactive panel discussion with ACC faculty, alumni, and top career professionals who will provide insight and perspective on limitless career possibilities for today's psychology students. Registration here.
Virtual State Youth Career Fair
April 18-21, 4-7pm
The Colorado Youth Career Fair (CYCF) fosters access to virtually all careers, grouped into 16 clusters! Don't have access to engineers, cardiologists, pilots, or cybersecurity experts? Or just haven't met one yet? Meet them at the CYCF!
Where: Anywhere convenient with internet access
Who: Any aged student, family, household in Colorado (and beyond)
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Stay Connected With Us!
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