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CEC Westminster College Direct
2023 Early Fall Newsletter
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Have you added or dropped any classes since the school year started?
Please be sure to send a schedule update to your advisor as soon as possible!
For detailed instructions, please click HERE.*
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*Instructions in the link are for FRCC's eWolf portal, but will be the same for RRCC's the Rock
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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 ann.crider@coloradoearlycolleges.org to be removed from our mailing list.
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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 things like Textbook & Laptop Reimbursement, or to check your email for NHS invitations or 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:
This is NOT the email you use for your community college.
Your CEC student email will follow the formula: firstname.lastname@cecstudents.org
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,
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In order to ensure that you can access your CEC Student Email account, please log in and send an email telling your advisor how your semester is going by September 21st
First two students to respond will win a prize!
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If you have any difficulties with your CEC account, please be sure to contact CEC IT Support directly by calling (970)305-4303 or you can email them at support@coloradoearlycolleges.org
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Fall Textbook and Laptop
Reimbursement Information
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CEC offers a reimbursement for required textbooks, access codes, and some class supplies each semester.
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Textbook Reimbursement Forms are Now Open through November 10th, 2023! |
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Textbook Reimbursement Eligibility & Procedures:
- Students must sign into their CEC student email account in order to access the form to submit their textbook reimbursement request - don't know how to access your CEC student email? See the section titled CEC Student Email Instructions in this newsletter
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Only required textbooks/materials are eligible for reimbursement
- Reimbursements will only be issued if the student has remaining funds on their voucher, after CEC has covered community college courses and fees
- Reimbursement funds will be first applied to any outstanding fees the student owes CEC
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Students must provide all required documentation requested in the reimbursement form, including proof that the textbook/materials were required for the class, and receipts
If the reimbursement request is approved, reimbursement checks will be mailed or made available for pickup from our Westminster office on December 13th, after all community college classes are complete. Purchased textbooks and materials must be given to CEC Westminster in order to receive the reimbursement check - we are technically buying your books/materials from you at the end of the semester.
For more information and guidance regarding CEC's reimbursement polices, please see the reimbursement page on CEC's website by clicking HERE.
Please remember: If you rented textbooks, they do not get returned to CEC - be sure to return them as required per the details of your rental agreement.
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REMEMBER: YOU MUST BE SIGNED INTO OFFICE.COM WITH YOUR CEC STUDENT EMAIL IN ORDER TO ACCESS THE REIMBURSEMENT FORMS
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Laptop Reimbursements
CEC offers a one-time reimbursement to students for laptops that are needed for CEC course work.
- Full-time students may request up to 50% of purchase price, up to $400 max in reimbursement
- Part-time Students may request up to 50% of purchase price up, to $200 max in reimbursement.
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Laptop Reimbursement Forms are Now Open through November 10th, 2023! |
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Laptop Reimbursement Eligibility& Procedures:
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Students must sign into their CEC student email account in order to access and submit their textbook reimbursement request form - don't know how to access your CEC student email? See the section titled CEC Student Email Instructions in this newsletter
- Students must be enrolled in or have passed a 1000-level (or higher) English or math course
- Receipt showing proof of payment must be submitted with reimbursement request
- Sales tax, shipping costs, handling fees, and other similar charges are not reimbursable
- Reimbursement will be first applied to any outstanding fees on the student’s CEC account
- Reimbursements will be issued only up to the amount of funds remaining in the student’s end-of-semester voucher balance
- The reimbursement amount is charged to 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
Ineligible Electronic Devices:
- iPad
- Tablet
- Desktop computer
- Phone
- 2-in-1 tablet/laptop
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For more information and guidance regarding CEC's reimbursement polices, please see the reimbursement page on CEC's website by clicking HERE.
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Reimbursement questions? Please contact Ann Crider at ann.crider@coloradoearlycolleges.org
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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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It's Almost Time to Start Planning for
Spring Semester Classes!
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Watch your inbox later this week for an invitation to schedule an
Advising appointment with your CEC Westminster advisor.
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Graduating Seniors should have already received their scheduling invites - if you plan to graduate in the 23-24 school year and have not already signed up for advising, check your email and sign up ASAP! |
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If you were unable to attend our Back to School Open House in August, please send your advisor a current photo 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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National Honor Society invitations were sent out this week - check your CEC Student Email account!
In order to be eligible, a student must meet the following criteria:
- Be a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
- Must have attended CECFC as a full-time student for a minimum of one year
- Have a 3.75 cumulative, weighted GPA
- Must have completed, or are currently enrolled in, ENG1021
If you believe that you meet the criteria for National Honor Society but have not received an invitation in your CEC student email, students may contact Mrs. Wilhelm at colleen.wilhelm@coloradoearlycolleges.org
or call 970-377-0044 ext. 10108
NO LATER than September 25, 2023, at 3:30pm
New Students, if you were a member of the National Honor Society, in good standing, at your previous school and would like to transfer your membership to the CEC Chapter of NHS, please complete this transfer application:
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We've been told that CEC is the best kept secret in education...
but it doesn't have to be a secret!
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Refer-A-Friend to Colorado Early Colleges and you may be eligible to receive up to $100! |
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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, 2023.
- If your friend stays enrolled through October 31st of their first semester, you will receive a $100 Gift option for a Full-Time student or a $50 Gift option 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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Please keep sharing the CEC love with your friends & family
to help us continue to grow!
Thank you!!!
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Do you play 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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September 25 - Aims - Spring Class Schedule available Online
October 18 - 20 - CEC Westminster Closed - Fall Break
October 20 - FRCC - Spring Class Schedule available Online
October 30 - FRCC - Spring Class Registration Opens 30+ credits
October 30 - RRCC - Spring Registration Begins
October 30 - Aims - Spring Registration Opens for continuing students
October 31 - Halloween
October 31 - FRCC - Spring Registration Opens 1-29 credits
November 6 - FRCC - Spring Registration Open to all students
November 13 - Aims - Spring Registration Open to all students
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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!
*If you are thinking about withdrawing from any classes, be sure to plan ahead and talk to your advisor. Wait to make any schedule changes until after you have spoken with your advisor.
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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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Front Range has great resources to support you!
Click below for more info:
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FRCC wants to ensure each and every student is getting the resources they need to succeed - you can get academic help writing papers, understanding math concepts and developing study, test-taking and time-management skills on campus or online through FRCC's Academic Success Centers. Click below
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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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Red Rocks Community College Info |
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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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New student? Be sure to check your RRCC email for Orientation Information! |
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Need additional support?
Lindsay Brachle
Concurrent Enrollment Navigator
Red Rocks Community College
(303) 914-6266
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Aims Community College Info |
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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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Hello Graduating Seniors!
We're so excited to support you as work towards graduation this year!
You should have already received the Senior Newsletter earlier this month, which included links and info to help you start planning for graduation and links to schedule advising for your final semester with CEC. If you haven't already, please be sure to schedule your advising appointment as soon as possible!
If you have any questions, please reach out to your advisor.
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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 A LINK TO ACCESS PARCHMENT
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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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Colorado Free Application Days
are coming soon!
October 17 - 10, 2023
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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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The CEC Fort Collins High School will be hosting
College Night on September 21st.
Westminster students and families are welcome to attend!
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You are Invited Join the CECFC High School Students for HOMECOMING 2023!
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When:
October 7th, 6-9pm
Where:
CEC Fort Collins High School - 4424 Innovation Dr, Fort Collins
Tickets are $10 Per Person
Contact Ann Crider for payment information, dress code, guest forms, details, and questions
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SHOW OFF YOUR SCHOOL SPIRIT! |
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Order your Wolf Wear here today!
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Yearbooks! Order Early & Save!
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If you would like to be included in the Yearbook or have any questions,
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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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Hearing and Vision: CEC Fort Collins will be conducting free hearing and vision screenings this fall, if you would like to participate, or have any questions or concerns, please contact the CEC Fort Collins School Nurse, Jen McGlue at: jen.mcglue@coloradoearlycolleges.org
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Want to stay In the Know and Up to Date?
Join the CEC Westminster College Direct
Facebook Group!
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Our CEC Westminster College Direct Facebook group is a closed group, so please be prepared answer a few short questions and our administrator will let you in. |
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CEC Westminster College Direct
2861 W 120th Ave, Suite 250
Westminster, CO 80234
(720)328-2929
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