Our Future Health Professionals (HOSA) group is selling See’s Candies to fundraise for student registrations at the upcoming State Leadership Conference.

Please click the following link to order! https://www.yumraising.com/secure/coloradoech_cec_fort_collins_hosa97/KenSmi6222/candy

Orders can be placed through December 6 and will ship directly to your home!

To learn more about HOSA, click https://hosa.org/

Questions? Please contact Mr. Smikahl. Thank you for helping support our amazing students!

Hey CECFC Community members! Culture Fest ’25 is coming and we need your help!

We would like to make this a fun and inviting Culture Fest season,and need help with providing meaningful prizes for our participating students. 

If you are willing to donate some gifts to use as prizes, our students would really appreciate it. Your kind contribution will be used to reward students who attend and perform during Culture Fest. 

Please reach out to Mr. Beeson at matt.beeson@coloradoearlycolleges.org with any concerns or questions.

 Gift cards and other prizes may be dropped off at the front desk between now and February 14th. Thank you for  supporting Colorado Early Colleges and Culture Fest.

Juniors! The SAT Test is coming soon. All Juniors are currently scheduled to take the SAT at CECFC high school on either April 15th or April 16th.

We need ALL JUNIORS to complete THIS FORM as soon as possible to confirm your testing details.

The form will give you the choice to select the Essay portion of the SAT exam as well as requesting alternative testing days if you are not able to make the scheduled test day. The last day to request an alternative testing date is February 1st!

If you still have questions or concerns after viewing the form, please contact Ms. Carpenter.

Students, are you looking for scholarships? Scan the QR code on the poster below to apply! Questions about scholarships or college? Please see your Advisor and look at the Advising & Career Newsletter for more information.

As we are getting into the craziness of the holiday season, we would like to remind everyone to please focus on your health! Our fabulous Health Office staff have prepared the Flu Prevention flyer below to help.

If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to Ms. McGlue or Ms. Sanchez in the Health Office.

On Thursday, November 14th, 15 CECFCHS math students from College Algebra to Calculus 2, participated in CSU’s annual Math Day. Three teams competed in the Quiz Bowl and two students competed in the poster contest. It was a great day to exercise critical thinking skills, build friendships, and celebrate math!

The highlight of the day was Mina H’s first place finish in the poster contest! Congratulations Mina – your win was so well-deserved!

Special thanks to Mr. Fitts, Mr. Clementz, Mr. Hatfield, Mr. Gonzales, Ms. Hocking, and

Ivan Schefter for their contributions to Mina’s project! A huge Thank You to Ms. Sandra Shappell & Mr. Hatfield for making this magic happen!

Our final Band, Orchestra, Jazz Band concert of the semester will be Tuesday, December 3 at 6:00 pm in the CECFC high school auditorium. Students need to arrive by 5:30 pm dressed in concert black (with a holiday flair if wanted). The middle school will play at 6:00 pm and the high school will start playing at about 6:40 pm. The concert will end at approximately 7:45 pm. 

Students will be selling baked goods and hot drinks during the concert, so bring cash or a card to purchase goodies! We hope to see you all there!

The Winter Choral Concert will be on Thursday, December 5th at 6:30pm in the high school auditorium. Come join our talented middle & high school choirs as they help us usher in the holiday season!

Are you interested in joining the U.S. Naval Academy? Come meet Midshpmen Natalie Kramer & Travis Hockin on Monday, November 25th - 5:30pm - 6:30pm at the Windsor Library, and Tuesday, November 26th, - 7:30pm - 8:30pm at Liberty Common High School. Click the button below to download a copy of the flyer with more information about the Academy and Admissions.

Finals are coming! Are you ready? Come join the Cocoa Cram session on Thursday, December 5th after school from 3:00pm - 6:00pm. Tutors and sugar will be available!

 All Grads: 

• Dec 1 – Jostens Group Orders for cap/gown unit and other grad supplies 
• Still need to submit your Grad App, click HERE 
• Still need to pay your Grad fee, click HERE 

Informational Meetings & School Tours for enrollment in the 2025-26 school year have begun. The next Informational Meeting is on December 2, 2024 @5:00pm at the CECFC HS. For more information, or to see a list of all meetings through December 2024, or to RSVP for this meeting, click here.  

Students who were required to purchase Textbooks, Online Exam Access Codes, or Laptops for classes may be eligible for a reimbursement. Forms are now open!

Please use the button links below to submit your Reimbursement Forms before the December 6th Deadline!

Not sure if you are eligible? Please visit the Reimbursement Page on our website for detailed instructions.

Do you have books that you had to purchase for a college class that you do not want to keep? Textbook buy-back day will be Friday, December 10th - 13th from 9:00am - 3:00pm at the Bookstore (closed from 1:00 - 1:30 for lunch).

You MUST complete the Reimbursement Forms prior to returning your books to the bookstore! (See above for links to all reimbursement forms)

Please see Mrs. Schauerhamer with questions.

Looking for a way to make connections to the world? Consider hosting an Exchange Student for the upcoming Spring Semester. Please contact Mrs. Galloway for more information!

Parents & Students - We would like to encourage everyone to be proactive and keep an eye on grades & attendance in infinite Campus. Please scan the QR code below or click HERE to access your student's information. If you have any trouble logging in, please send an email to IT Support for assistance.

Mr. Lopez and Ms. Prince would like to remind all students that showing up is half the battle! Attendance is imperative for success. Remember, you can't win if you don't play!

Looking for the perfect job or know someone who would be a great addition to our team?  Check out our Careers page by cliking the button below!

CECFC School of Choice Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year is now open for new students in grades 6-12! Tell your friends and families that enrollment for the 2025-26 school year is now open and you could receive $100 gift certificate for every new student who enrolls! For details check out our Refer-A-Friend Program. To start the enrollment process, click here. 

Don’t miss out on remembering this year! Our yearbooks are now available to order. Secure your copy today and re-live the moments that made this year special, from classroom achievements to fun-filled events. 

Please contact Sofia Shappell with any yearbook related questions.

Let’s make this year’s yearbook extra special with your personal touch!

Honor your graduate’s achievements and milestones with a special recognition ad in this year’s yearbook. It’s a wonderful way to show your pride and share heartfelt messages, memorable photos, and congratulations with the entire school community.

Order Your Ad Here: www.theyearbookcompany.com 

Want to show off your CEC School Spirit? The New CEC Spirit Store is ready to take your order! Students, family members, and staff can shop online by clicking the button below. Keep an eye on the store as we are hoping to offer even more custom items for each specific campus. We hope to see you wearing your CEC gear with pride!

Did you know that CEC provides 1-to-1 tutoring free of charge to students? Please click the button below to book your tutoring session. You will be charged only for missed appointments. We have adult and student tutors to help with all subjects. Don't wait until it is too late! Book your tutoring appointment today. If you have questions, please contact Mr. Artrip.

The Tutoring link is also always in the "Quick Links" section of the newsletter, just below the "at a glance" section at the very top.

The Academic Advising & Career Center Newsletter is a great resource for information about:

• Colleges & Universities
• Financial Aid
• Scholarships
• Work-Based Learning
• & more...

Please click the button link below to view the most recent AA&CC Newsletter:

Did you know November is Homeless Youth Awareness & Action Month??

Here are some ideas for activities for the month (or beyond!):

Why awareness matters:

Awareness isn’t just knowing that homelessness exists; it’s about recognizing signs, understanding experiences, and knowing how to help. By bringing visibility to individual stories and challenging misconceptions, awareness opens the door to real support and systemic improvements.

Ways to increase awareness in your home this holiday season:

• View this documentary on homeless children: American Street Kid and/or Shelter with your family and have a meaningful family conversation over dinner.
• Find a way to volunteer in your local community.
• Contact our school McKinney-Vento Liaison, Erica Koehler (erica.koehler@coloradoearlycolleges.org) to find out how to get involved here at CEC.

• Hearing and Vision: We will be conducting free vision and hearings screenings in October. Please contact the health office for more information, concerns or questions. 
• Illnesses: Please DO NOT SEND students to school if they are ill. 
• Students must stay home for at least 24 hours after a fever has resolved without fever reducing medications to lower the fever
• Students must stay home for at least 24 hours after vomiting and/or diarrhea without medications to reduce those symptoms
• If your student has missed [5 consecutive days] or [7 days in a two-week period] due to illness, please provide medical documentation for these absences to be excused
• Medications: If your student needs to take medications while at school, please contact the health office for required documentation. 
• Health Conditions: Please inform the health office if your student has health conditions

RN: Jen McGlue, RN can be reached at 970-377-0044 x10121 or jen.mcglue@ColoradoEarlyColleges.org

Health Tech: Marlene Sanchez can be reached at 970-377-0044 x10122 or marlene.sanchez@coloradoearlycolleges.org

Everyone is welcome!

No volunteering, no commitment.

Our Parent Resource Group meetings are friendly and casual, a place for parents to meet other CEC families and share stories, ask questions, and find information. Any questions brought up are placed as an agenda item for our SAC (School Accountability Committee) meetings with CEC Leadership.

SAC includes the Head of School (or designee), along with parents and community members, to offer guidance on academic action plans, budget priorities, safety issues and other areas.

2024-25 School Year Meeting Dates: 

Meetings on Wednesdays at 4:30-5:30 PM

·   February 19

·   April 16

Research shows that when parents are involved in their children's education, they benefit emotionally, socially, and academically.

We all meet regularly to have fun and organize events. Be part of our team! Visit our website or email cecfcsac@gmail.com if you're interested.

Thank you very much, CEC Parents!

The list is endless when it comes to resources for supporting your success.

Here is a list of staff dedicated to supporting students' unique needs:

• SPED Teacher - Amanda Wentink
• School Counselor - Erica Koehler
• English Language Learner Coordinator- Brian Doebbeling
• Gifted & Talented Coordinator- Karen Karppinen
• 504 Coordinator- Madeleine Grigg
• Nurse & Health Tech- Jen McGlue & Marlene Sanchez
• Community Outreach Coordinator- Juan Lopez
• Safety & Security/MTSS- Court Sheffield, Ashley Prince
• School Security Officer - Ethan Scott 
• Tutoring Center- Brennan Artrip
• Speech Pathologist - Heather Kubert
• Psychologist - Sara Simmons

Our priority is to provide you with the support you need to be successful in your plan of study. Please don’t hesitate to reach out when you need us! 

1. Go to www.kingsoopers.com
2. In the Search bar, type "Community Rewards"
3. Log in or Create your account
4. Search Colorado Early Colleges (EG422)
5. Click "Enroll"

Once you are enrolled, you will automatically earn money for CEC by simply using your rewards card. It is a quick and easy way to support the work we do for students and families here at CEC.

ATTENDANCE PHONE NUMBER:

(970) 632-5282

ATTENDANCE EMAIL ADDRESS:

fchsattendance@coloradoearlycolleges.org