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Colorado Early Colleges
Fort Collins
Wolf Welcome 2021-2022
Table of Contents 1: Welcome to CECFC! 2: Meet the Advisors 3: Important Contacts and Information 4: CECFC Dress Code 5-6: CECFC Attendance Policy 7-8: Infinite Campus Access 9: CECFC Student Email and Microsoft Office Access 10-11: Front Range Community College eWolf Access 12: Aims Community Colleges MyAims Access 13: What Does An Advisor Do? 14: CECFC Graduation Requirements 15-16: High School (College-Prep) vs. College Classes 17: Textbook and Laptop Reimbursement 18-20: FAQ's 21: Notes Page
Welcome to CECFC!
Collin Turbert, Head of School
Collin Turbert has been with CECFC since 2014 and has served as a STEM teacher, as the Director of
Innovation, and as a member of the school’s leadership team. As the Director of Innovation, Collin led
the development of the school’s Makerspace, the Innolab, and created programs in Information
Technology, STEM, Agriculture, Construction, Multimedia Design, Manufacturing, and
Entrepreneurship. Collin graduated from Boise State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in
Civil Engineering and earned a Master of Science degree in Structural Engineering from Colorado
State University. Outside of CECFC, Collin is an avid rock climber and can be found sleeping on the
side of big walls in Yosemite or developing climbing new routes along the Front Range. He also enjoys
woodworking, working with electronics, and any activity that gets him outside enjoying Colorado.
Karisa Hocke, Dean of Academics
Karisa Hocke began her CECFC career in 2013 as an English instructor. After several years of
developing curriculum and supporting students in the classroom, she transitioned into her current role
as Dean of Academics. Karisa feels privileged to guide such a dedicated instructional staff at the
CECFC high school and middle school as a way of further serving students. She is passionate about
CECFC’s mission and providing an early college experience to best prepare students for our evolving
society. Outside of CECFC, Karisa enjoys spending time enjoying all Northern Colorado has to offer
with her husband, two children, and English Mastiff, enjoying a book in her comfy reading chair, and
weightlifting.
Archie Carreon, Director of Advising
Originally an immigrant Philippines, Archie Carreon grew up in Arizona where he earned his Bachelor
of Sociology from Arizona State University (Go Sun Devils!) and his Master of Education in
Counseling and Student Affairs from Northern Arizona University (Go Lumberjacks!). Mr. Carreon
has worked for 10 years in variety of areas of higher education including student athletics, first-
generation programs, disability resources, and academic advising.Along with a career in education,
Archie also toured as a singer/songwriter and recently started a swing dance company with his
beautiful wife in downtown Fort Collins. As a self-proclaimed foodie, he also enjoys finding great local
places to eat and hiking to work off the calories. Archie also inherited his first dog, a 4-pound
Pomeranian Chihuahua, named Leroy Brown.
Court Sheffield, Director of Campus Culture
Mr. Sheffield received his Undergraduate degree from CSU in Art Education and his master’s degree
from UNC in Educational Leadership and still holds a valid K-12 Colorado Visual Arts teaching license
and Colorado Principal license. Mr. Sheffield oversees all discipline, safety, security and facilities issues.
He supports students and families through various discipline issues as well as what he can to keep a
positive mindset in all students daily. He loves the fact we do our bet to adhere to every policy/rule we
have. We walk the walk and not just talk the talk. He also loves the fact that our student body is made up
of young people from across northern Colorado who make new friends here that they did not have at
their previous neighborhood school, and the grit and growth mindset most of our students bring with
them to our campus every day. Mr. Sheffield hopes all our students give our program 100% of their
effort and graduate with the maximum amount of certifications/degrees or college credits they possibly
can. His hobbies include being with his family, music, working with his hands and enjoying the
outdoors.
Laura Boulton, Director of Admissions
Mrs. Boulton has been with the Colorado Early Colleges network since 2008, beginning in Colorado
Springs and then moving to Fort Collins to open CECFC. She has served as executive assistant to the
head of school and school registrar, and now manages the Fort Collins admissions team. Mrs.
Boulton's team facilitates all enrollment and transcripts for the Fort Collins high school and middle
school, and keeps the school up-to-date on policy and procedures for enrollment and graduation in
addition to managing Infinite Campus. Mrs. Boulton's two eldest sons are graduates of CEC in
Colorado Springs, and her youngest son is a graduate of CECFC.
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The CECFC Advising Team
Joliann Beck Emily Gray
Academic & Career Advisor and Academic & Career Advisor,
Student Ambassador Coordinator Student Ambassador
Coordinator and Endorsed
Diploma Coordinator
Anna Jenson Dale Meyer
Academic & Career Advisor, Academic & Career Advisor
RZC Advisor
Taylor Martinez Emily Park
Academic & Career Advisor, Career Academic Advising Assistant and
Planning Alternative Project Front Range Liaison
Coordinator and Aims Liaison
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Important Contacts at CECFC
My Front Range S# is:______________________________
My Aims A# is:____________________________________
My MyAims username is:___________________________
My Infinite Campus username is:_____________________
My Advisor Safe2Tell Colorado
Name:________________________________ Safe2tellco.org
1-877-542-7233
Email:________________________________
Phone number:_______________ ext. _____ Safe2Tell allows you to anonymously report
ANYTHING that concerns your safety or the
I can visit my advisor anytime outside of class safety of others 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to a
time, with or without an appointment. live, trained answering point.
Tutoring Center CECFC Student and Parent Handbook
Wolves Den-Room #231
https://coloradoearlycolleges.org/fortcollins/
Tutor appointment sign-up: I can find the tutoring Please visit the CECFC website to view the
sign-up page on the school website. complete student and parent handbook for policies
and procedures.
IEP and 504 Services at CEC IEP and 504 /Accommodations Services for
college classes:
Room #: 411
Front Range: (970) 204-8606
(970) 377-0044 ext. 10163 Aims: (970) 339-6404
CECFC High School Attendance Line CECFC High School Main Line
(970) 689-3294 (970) 377-0044
Front Range Community College Aims Community College
Concurrent Enrollment Concurrent Enrollment
(970) 204-8370 (970) 378-3636
Mount Antero, Room 400 5401 West 20th St.
Front Range Larimer Campus Greeley, CO 80632
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CECFC Dress Code
CECFC has a balanced approach regarding attire on campus. We choose not to have a uniform but do choose
to have a high standard of dress for our students and staff. This expectation mirrors the other high performing
schools in our community as well as the heightened campus safety in schools in Fort Collins and across the
nation. Schools performing at higher levels statistically have higher standards for their students and staff.
CECFC students and staff are expected to dress for success and promote a professional atmosphere on our
campus.
The following dress code is expected to be followed by all CECFC students, including all on- and off-campus
students. Students must be in dress code at all times when on the CECFC campus. This includes attending
any school supported/sponsored activity, tutoring appointments, and advising appointments during the year,
including summer months.
Any questions about whether an item is out of dress code should be asked of a CECFC Leadership Team
member before the item is worn. “I didn’t know, it doesn’t say I can’t wear this, and/or I didn’t see it” are not
excusable justifications for dress code noncompliance.
CECFC Dress Code Expectations and Guidelines:
1) Student IDs will be worn at all times when on campus for safety and security.
2) All attire must be free of holes, tears and fraying. This includes “patched” but still frayed items such as
jeans/pants.
3) Overly tight or loose attire is not appropriate at school or a workplace
4) Appropriate dress code attire must be worn under any “see through” item.
5) Undergarments shall not be visible.
6) Any clothing, jewelry, and accessories containing any words, symbols, or pictures which include the
following: any references to sex, drugs, tobacco, alcohol, weapons, obscenities, profanities, as well as
anything vulgar, lewd, legally libelous, distracting, and/or dangerous are prohibited and must be
removed or covered.
All dress code clothing items are subject to CECFC Leadership and staff discretion. If a specific item is not
listed above, it does not mean a staff member cannot issue a warning about that item and issue disciplinary
action if the same article of clothing is worn again.
If the student cannot promptly obtain appropriate clothing on the first offense, the student shall be given a
written warning and the opportunity to change into loaned clothing, if available, and the Head of School or
designee shall notify the student's parent/guardian. On the second offense a review of school expectations and
rationale for dress and appearance will be accomplished, and a restorative conference with the parent/guardian
shall be held. On the third offense, parents will be contacted, and the student may be subject to suspension or
other disciplinary action in accordance with Board policy concerning student suspensions, expulsions and
other disciplinary interventions. Classes missed as a result of clothing related offenses are considered excused,
however, the student may be required to make up class time missed. All personal items left on school property
after 3:30pm on Friday (or the last day of the school week) will be donated to a local charity.
Please see student handbook on CECFC website for further details on dress code policy.
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CECFC Attendance Policy
Although not encouraged, students are permitted 2 Unexcused Absences (UA's) per middle school / college
prep course, per semester, penalty free. Please consult the course syllabus for each
COLLEGE course containing the instructor’s individual attendance policy.
Colorado Law states that it is the obligation of every parent to ensure that every child under such parent's care
and supervision receives adequate education and training. Chronic absenteeism and truancy will require
parents or legal guardians to meet with school administration who must then participate in a plan for regular
attendance.
The following are recognized as excused absences by the Colorado Early Colleges network:
o Temporary illness or injury and absence is approved by Head of School or his/her designees;
o Absence due to a physical, mental, or emotional disability;
o Suspension, expulsion, or denial of admission in accordance with C.R.S. 22-33-105 and 106;
o Students to whom a current age and school certificate or work permit has been issued pursuant to the
Colorado Youth Employment Opportunity Act of 1971;
o Student is in the custody of a court or law enforcement authorities; and/or
o Work-study programs under the supervision of a public school.
o If a student is in out-of-home placement (as that term is defined by C.R.S. 22-32-138(1)(e)), absences
due to court appearances and participation in court-ordered activities shall be excused. The student's
assigned social worker shall verify the student's absence was for a court appearance or court-ordered
activity.
Unexcused absences occur when the student is absent without a reason or for a reason outside of the excused
absences identified in CEC’s Attendance Policy.
Each unexcused absence shall be entered on the student's record. The parents/guardians of the student
receiving an unexcused absence shall be notified orally or in writing by CEC of the unexcused absence.
The maximum number of unexcused absences a student may incur before judicial proceedings are initiated to
enforce compulsory attendance is 10 days during any calendar year or school year. (In-School and Out-of-
School Suspensions are considered excused absences with regard to late work) (See also CEC Policy JAHB-O
Attendance and Tardy Policy).
Students may miss sixteen periods (i.e. three days) with unexcused absences before their parents receive a
letter. CEC contacts parents on a daily basis when a student is absent and parents have not called in the
student absent regardless of the reason for the absence.
Tardiness is defined as the appearance of a student without proper excuse after the scheduled time that a class
begins. Because of the disruptive nature of tardiness and the detrimental effect upon the rights of the non-tardy
student to uninterrupted learning, penalties shall be imposed for excessive tardiness. Parents/guardians shall
be notified of all penalties regarding tardiness. For students who are not in class for 50% or more of the class
period, they will be counted absent.
In an unavoidable situation, a student detained by another instructor or administrator shall not be considered
tardy provided the instructor or administrator gives the student a pass to enter the next class. Instructors will
honor passes presented in accordance with this policy.
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CECFC Attendance Policy
All CECFC students are expected to attend school daily, arrive punctually, and attend all scheduled classes.
Attending class, arriving on time, being prepared, and actively participating in each class period is critical for a
student’s success. The student is responsible for their success in the classroom. Frequent absences undermine
the sequential and incremental nature of the Colorado Early Colleges Fort Collins’ accelerated curriculum for
the student; in addition, they place burdens on the instructors who must arrange for makeup work. Late
arrivals and early dismissals disrupt the classroom schedule.
In accordance with law, CEC may impose appropriate penalties that relate directly to classes missed while
unexcused. It is the student’s responsibility to communicate and connect with instructors regarding make-up
work for all absences. One day is given for makeup work for each day of an excused absence.
Make up work for absences (excused OR unexcused) is at the discretion of the instructor, and the course
syllabus is the primary reference for policies regarding make up work due to absences. FRCC & Aims CC
course attendance policies are included in all college level course syllabi. ALL Instructors
(Middle School, College Prep, and College level) have autonomy to allow students to make up work resulting
from unexcused absences.
CECFC’s tardy policy goes above the minimum requirements outline in the CEC Policy JH-O Attendance
and Tardy Policy.
A student arriving late to class (up to half the class period) will be marked tardy. Three unexcused tardies in a
single course will equal one unexcused absence. While the student is not marked absent, instructors convert
unexcused tardies into unexcused absences at the end of the semester when computing final course grades.
Upon three unexcused absences, the student can potentially receive a staff assigned detention if the instructor
deems it appropriate.
If the tardies persist, additional unexcused absences (and grade reductions) will be assigned upon reaching six
or more unexcused absences. Additionally, a FORMAL Write Up and appropriate consequence is possible.
Reminder, students do not accumulate participation/effort grade points for class if absences are unexcused.
The CECFC Truancy policy follows the CEC Network guidelines. If a student is absent without a valid
documented excuse or leaves a class or campus without permission from the Head of School, Dean of
Academics, Middle School Director, or Health Office, the student will be considered truant and an unexcused
absence will be recorded. CECFC can issue a “Write Up” and impose an appropriate consequence for
intentionally “ditching/skipping class.”
Please see student handbook on CECFC website for further details on attendance policy.
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Infinite Campus Access Instructions
MOBILE DEVICES
1) If you have an Apple device, open the
App Store. If you have an Android device,
open Google Play.
2) Search “Infinite Campus” and download
the app:
Parent app: Campus Parent | Student app: Campus Student
3) Open the app.
4) For District Name, type “Colorado Early
Colleges”
1) You should now see "Colorado Early
Colleges" as an option.
2) Select “Colorado Early Colleges”
On this screen, you will enter your
username and your password, chosen at
Launch Day.
NOTE: If you forgot your password, you
can reset it via the actual website, NOT
the app. See additional instructions for
help.
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Infinite Campus Access Instructions
WEBSITE
1) In your web browser, navigate to
www.infinitecampus.com
2) Click "Login" at the top of the
screen on the green bar.
1) Type in "Colorado Early Colleges"
as district name.
2) Select "Colorado" as the state.
3) Click "Submit"
You should now see the image to the
right. Select either Parent of Student,
depending on what you are.
Once you have chosen either parent or
student, you will see the following page. On
this screen, you will enter your username and
your password, chosen at Launch Day.
NOTE: If you forgot your password, you can
reset it via the actual website, NOT the app.
**Select “Forgot your password?” from
beneath the login box and follow the di-
rections to reset your password.
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8Login to your CECFC student email account and have access to the
entire Microsoft Office suite!
1. Go to www.office.com
2. Click the "Sign In" link in either the top right corner or in the center of the page.
3. Enter your name as it appears in Infinite Campus as your e-mail address: firstname.lastname@cecstudents.
4. Enter your temporary password: Student.123. You will then be prompted to create your own password: pick something you can
remember!
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9How to Access Your Front Range eWolf Account
1. Go to www.frontrange.edu/ewolf (or click on the eWOLF link at the top
right of www.frontrange.edu).
2. Log in to your account:
• Username: Your S number
• Password: If this is your first time accessing your account, the initial
password is going to be your six-digit birthday (MMDDYY).
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10Accessing Student Email when eWOLF is Unavailable
If eWOLF is unavailable or down for maintenance, there is a back-up direct
webpage that is available for you to use.
1. Go to http://outlook.com/student.cccs.edu
2. After logging in, you will be directed to your student email inbox.
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11CREATE YOUR ACCOUNT TODAY
Get your myAims Username and Password online
Your myAims account is your online portal, where you can add and drop classes, set up your payment plan, access your
online courses and more. It is also your login to access your email. Check your email regularly. See the enclosed
insert for more information. If you have a personal Google Gmail Account, be sure you are logged out of this
account prior to completing the following steps.
1 Go to www.aims.edu and click on 3 Manage your myAims Account
-Set or change your password
-Set your security questions (when activating your account)
-Retrieve your myAims username and Aims ID number
2 Click Reset Password (PIN) under the login button.
*First Name John
3 On the next page, type both the name you gave us on
*Last Name Doe
your application for admission and your birth date and
click Submit. Birth Date 010171
(mmddyy)
4 Type in your Aims ID or Social Security Number and
click Submit (do not use dashes).
*Indicates a REQUIRED field
5 If you haven’t already created your security questions and
answers, do this now. Pick questions to which only you Submit
Use this format
would know the answer. If you have already completed
this step, you will be prompted for your answers.
Provided them and click Submit. 5 Security Question and Answer #1 of 2
6 The next web page will display your Aims# and your user
Question: In what city or town was your first job?
name. Be sure to keep these for future reference. Do
not share your user name or password with anyone. *Answer:
(Answers are not
7 On this same page, you will create your password, which case sensitive)
must be at least eight characters in length and may
be up to as many as twenty. It must contain a
combination of both numbers and letters. Click Change
Password, and you’re done. For security, do not share 6 You are now able to set or change your password
your password. Your Aims# is A00000000
Your myAims username is jdoe
8 The following are options you have if you have multiple Your new password should contain both letters and
Gmail accounts. numbers and be between 8 and 20 characters long.
Sign out of your personal Gmail account before
signing into your Aims account. Enter New password Type password
Use InPrivate (IE), Incognito (Chrome), or Private
(Firefox) mode with your Aims account (these Re-Enter New
browser modes act like you just cleared your cache password
and history and won’t keep any sign-ins after you Change Password Create your 8-20
close the window). character password
Use a different browser for your Aims Gmail then
for your personal Gmail.
You do not have to sign into myAims first to access
your Gmail account. Once you have set up your If you have any problems,
myAims password, you can sign directly into Gmail with contact the Help Desk at
your @aims.edu address and your myAims password. (970) 339-6380 or by email
at helpdesk@aims.edu.What Does a CECFC Advisor Do?
Schedules
Add/drop classes
Withdrawal from classes
Graduation planning
Coach time management strategies
Coach organizational strategies
Coach study strategies
Coach self-advocacy, in and out of the classroom
Develop educational/career goals
Celebrate your achievements
Evaluate academic progress
Understand academic policy
Identify CECFC tutoring/academic resources
Communicate between students & teachers/Academic Dean/Head of School
College major/career exploration
FAFSA/College applications
Resume and cover letter resources
Scholarships/Letters of recommendation
Do your homework
Fix your problems for you
Check your social media updates
Bake chocolate chip cookies and deliver them to you in class with a glass of
milk
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13Graduation Requirements and Academic Course Policies
I. English | 4 credits
Every student will be enrolled in an English class every semester until 4 English credits are
earned. Completion of a college-level English course is required. Completion of ENG 121
satisfies this requirement regardless of credits.
II. Math | 4 credits
Every student will be enrolled in a math class every semester until 4 math credits are earned,
including Algebra II. Completion of a college level math course is required. Completion of
MAT 121 satisfies this requirement regardless of credits.
III. Science | 3 credits
Every student must earn 3 science credits, including 1 credit of Biology.
IV. Social Science | 3 credits
Every student must earn 3 social science credits, including 1 Civics course and 1 History
course.
V. World Languages | 0-2 credits
Every student must complete level II proficiency of a language.
VI. College & Career Readiness | 1 credit
Every student must earn 1 credit of College and Career Readiness.
VII. Academic Electives | 3.5 credits
These can be completed at the high school or college level.
Pathways and Minimum Requirements
University and Associate Pathway Career and Technical Pathway
I. English | 4 credits I. English | 4 credits
II. Math | 4 credits II. Math | 3 credits
III. Science | 3 credits III. Science | 2 credits
IV. Social Science | 3 credits VI. Social Science | 2 credits
V. World Languages | 2 credits V. College & Career Readiness | 1 credit
VI. College & Career Readiness | 1 credit VI. Academic Electives | 8.5 credits
VII. Academic Electives | 3.5 credits
*High school classes and college classes are worth different amounts of credit, ranging from
0.25-2.0 credits. Please see your advisor for details.
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14College VS. High School
Overview of High School: Overview of College:
College is voluntary and usually expensive.
High school is mandatory and usually free.
You manage your own time.
Your time is structured by others. You decide on co-curricular activities.
You need permission to participate in extracurricular activities. You must balance your responsibilities and set priorities. You
You can count on parents and teachers to remind you of your will face moral and ethical decisions you have never faced
responsibilities and to guide you in setting priorities. before.
You often have hours between classes, class times vary and you
Each day you proceed from one class directly to another, spend only 12-16 hours each week in class.
spending 6 hours each day, 30 hours a week, in class. You arrange your own schedule (Senior year at SUCCESS this
Most of your classes are arranged for you. will apply).
You are not responsible for knowing what it takes to graduate. You are responsible for knowing what it takes to graduate.
Guiding Principle: You are expected to take responsibility for
Guiding Principle: You will usually be told what to do and
what you do and don't do, as well as the consequences.
corrected if your behavior is out of line.
Succeeding in High School: Succeeding in College:
School year is 36 weeks long, with some classes extending over Academic year is divided into two 15-week semesters, plus a
both semesters, allowing more time to teach material. week after each semester for exams.
Classes generally have no more than 35 students. Classes may number 100 students or more (on campus).
You may study outside class as little as 0-2 hours a week, this You need to study at least 2-3 hours outside of class for each
may be mostly last-minute test prep. hour in class.
You seldom need to read anything more than once, and You need to review class notes and text material regularly and
sometimes listening in class is enough. attend class regularly.
You are expected to read short assignments that are then You are assigned substantial amounts of reading and writing
discussed, and often re-taught, in class. which may not be directly addressed in class.
Guiding Principle: You will usually be told in class what you Guiding Principle: You are responsible for reading and
need to learn from assigned readings. understanding the assigned material, whether covered in
class or not.
High School Teachers: College Professors:
Check your completed homework. May not always check completed homework.
Remind you of your incomplete work. May not remind you of incomplete work.
Approach you if they believe you need assistance. Expect you to initiate contact if you need assistance.
Are often available for conversation before, during, or after Expect and want you to attend their scheduled office hours.
class. Have been trained as experts in their particular areas of
Have been trained in teaching methods to assist in imparting research, not "teaching methods".
knowledge to students. Expect you to get information missed in class from a classmate.
Provide you with information you missed when you were May not follow the textbook and expect you to relate lectures
absent. to text.
Present material to help you understand the material in the May lecture nonstop, expecting you to take your own notes.
textbook. Expect you to think about and synthesize seemingly unrelated
Often write information on the board to be copied in your notes. topics, thinking for yourself and drawing your own connections.
Impart knowledge and facts, sometimes drawing direct Expect you to refer to the course syllabus for assignment due
connections and leading you through the thinking process. dates.
Often take time to remind you of assignments and due dates. May not formally take attendance, but will take note of your
Carefully monitor class attendance. presence.
Guiding Principle: High school is a teaching environment in Guiding Principle: College is a learning environment in which
which you acquire facts and skills. you take responsibility for thinking through and applying
what you have learned.Tests in High School: Tests in College:
Testing is frequent and covers small amounts of material. Testing can be infrequent and cumulative, covering large
Makeup tests are often available. amounts of material, which you need to organize in order to
Teachers frequently rearrange test dates to avoid conflict with prep for a test.
school events. Makeup tests are seldom an option, if they are it is at your
Teachers frequently conduct review sessions, pointing out the request before a test date.
most important concepts. Tests are scheduled without regard for outside activities.
Guiding Principle: Mastery is usually seen as the ability to Review sessions are rarely offered, but if they are you are
reproduce what you were taught in the form in which it was expected to come prepared with questions.
presented to you, or to solve the kinds of problems you were Guiding Principle: Mastery is often seen as the ability to apply
shown how to solve. what you've learned to new situations or to solve new kinds
of problems.
Grades in High School: Grades in College:
Grades are given for most assigned work.
Grades may not be provided for all assigned work.
Consistently good homework grades may raise your overall
grade when test grades are low. Grades on tests and major papers usually provide most of the
Extra credit projects are often available to help you raise your course grade.
grade. Extra credit projects are seldom available and most likely won't
Initial test grades, especially when they are low, may not have raise your grade.
an adverse effect on your final grade.
You may graduate as long as you have passes all required Initial tests are usually "wake-up calls" to let you know what is
courses with a grade of D or higher. expected, but they may also make up a substantial part of your
Guiding Principle: "Effort counts." Courses are usually grade.
structured to reward a "good-faith effort." You may graduate only if your average in classes meet the
departmental standard, typically a 2.0 or C average.
Guiding Principle: "Results count." Though "good-faith effort"
is important in regard to the professor's willingness to help
you achieve good results, it will not substitute for results in
the grading process.
HOW TO MAKE THE TRANSITION TO COLLEGE:
Take control of your own education: think of yourself as a scholar.
Get to know your professors; they are your single greatest resource.
Be assertive. Create your own support systems, and seek help when you realize you may need it.
Take control of your time. Plan ahead to satisfy academic obligations and make room for everything else.
Stretch yourself: enroll in at least one course that really challenges you.
Make thoughtful decisions: don't take a course just to satisfy a requirement, and don't drop any course too quickly.
Think beyond the moment: set goals for the semester, the year, your college career.Technology and Textbook Reimbursement Information
Technology Reimbursement
CECFC offers a one-time laptop reimbursement to support student success in coursework. Full-time students
are eligible for a reimbursement of 50% up to $250 for the purchase of a computer. Part-time students
are eligible for a reimbursement of 50% up to $125 for the purchase of a computer. A student is
eligible for the reimbursement when they achieve college-ready Accuplacer scores in all the required language
arts categories. Items eligible for reimbursement are a laptop (new or used; PC or Mac), Microsoft Office
software, and a case. The student must have funds remaining in their voucher in order to be reimbursed. A
parent may choose to purchase a laptop early and submit the receipt the semester the student qualifies. Take
advantage of this opportunity to bring your own technology to school!
Textbook Reimbursement
The CECFC bookstore provides students with textbooks for high school and college classes. If you are a
CECFC student taking classes at the CECFC campus, all of your textbooks are provided for you at no cost. If
you are a CECFC student taking classes at the Front Range or Aims Community College campus, CECFC
will reimburse you for the rental/purchase of your textbook at the end of the semester from your student
voucher.
Required + Borrow from CECFC = FREE
Required + Rented = Reimburse on CECFC website
Required + Purchased = Reimburse on CECFC website
WHAT BOOKS/MATERIALS ARE REQUIRED? Go to the bookstore website of the college you are
taking classes from. Enter course information. You can enter multiple courses. You can then PRINT your
list of course materials. Save this list and your receipt to submit later for reimbursement.
Note: Both required AND optional books and access codes will be listed. CEC will ONLY reimburse for
REQUIRED materials.
BORROW OR RENT YOUR BOOKS
BEST option: With your ISBN number(s), submit a CECFC Bookstore Request to see if you can borrow
your book for FREE from CEC.
OTHER options: With your ISBN number(s), search other book rental sites (www.campusbooks.com
compares multiple sites) for the cheapest rental prices.
If a book or access code cannot be rented: When you absolutely cannot find a book available for rent, you may
purchase it, knowing it will cost you more dollars from your voucher. Access codes may always be purchased
and reimbursed through the rental process.
HOW TO GET REIMBURSED
Fill out Textbook/Access Code reimbursement form on CECFC website.
Purchased books will be bought back for full purchase price at our textbook buyback dates at the end of the
semester (original receipt required).Textbook reimbursement is only available to students with remaining
voucher dollars.
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What happens if my student drops a college class?
If your student drops a college class within the add/drop deadline, they will not face any
financial consequences, but they may have to add another course to remain full
time/part time.
What happens if my student withdraws from a class?
Unlike dropping a class, failing or withdrawing from a class does carry financial
consequences. Any college class failed or withdrawn from will require the student
and/or parent to pay for the class out of pocket.
What is the benefit of an Associate Degree? Isn't it better to point towards a Bachelor's
degree?
The benefit of an Associate’s degree varies. Within the state of Colorado, it means you
already have two years of college done/a degree in hand. Outside of Colorado or at private
institutions, it shows that you are willing to work hard to achieve your goals, which could
give you a leg up on other students applying to the same institution.
Does an Associate Degree help students get admitted to a four-year university?
College admissions committees look favorably upon students who prove they are
academically committed enough to complete an Associate’s degree. These students are
seen as low-risk options since they have proven they can be successful in college-level
courses prior to attending a four-year university.
Can students earn an Associate Degree on CECFC campus?
Yes. Students pursuing an AA or AS can earn an Associate’s degree at CECFC, but those
pursuing something more specialized will likely take courses at the Front Range or Aims
campus.
Is it better for students to pursue a general Associate’s degree or a specialized
Associate’s degree?
For students who do not know what specific major they would like to pursue at a 4-year
institution, a general Associate’s degree (AA or AS) is the best choice. If a students are
aware of their future field, transfer degrees, which tend to have a narrow focus, could be
recommended.
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Does CECFC confer the Associate’s degree?
No. Associate’s degrees are conferred by the institution the student has taken their
community college courses through.
Where are the Front Range and Aims campuses located? Do all off-campus students have
to attend classes there?
The Front Range Larimer campus is located on the corner of Harmony and Shields in
Fort Collins. Aims’ main campus is located in Greeley with other campuses in Loveland
and Windsor. While students do not have to attend school there if they don’t wish, it is
necessary for students pursing certain degrees/classes to take those courses at Front Range
or Aims.
My student has an issue with their Front Range and/or Aims account. What can we do about that?
Because we are not employees of the community colleges, we do not have access to
student’s accounts beyond what they are able to show us. Always stop by to see an advisor
for support first, and if we are not able to assist you, we will direct you to the proper
channels of support at the community college level.
My student wants to stay at CECFC for a fifth year. Can they?
In order to stay a fifth year at CECFC, students must be A) under 21 and B) be on-track to
complete an Associate’s degree in that fifth year.
Will the GT (guaranteed transfer) courses be accepted by schools outside of Colorado?
GT courses are only guaranteed in Colorado. For questions about how your courses will
transfer out of state, it is best to contact an advisor at your school of choice.
Can a student earn a Bachelor’s degree at CECFC?
No. CECFC does not partner with any 4-year institutions. Although the community
colleges we partner with are rolling out Bachelor degree programs, it is unlikely that
students currently enrolled at CECFC will earn their bachelor’s degree prior to their high
school diploma.
Will students apply to four-year colleges as transfer students?
No. Even though students have taken college courses and/or earned an Associate’s degree,
they will still apply as first-year freshmen because they have not yet earned a high school
diploma. However, if a student decides to take even one credit hour of college classes after
graduating from CECFC, they will be considered a transfer student.
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How do we get textbooks for classes that we are taking off campus at Front Range or Aims?
First, check with CECFC to see if we have a copy of the textbook in the bookstore. If we do
not, you must first try to rent the textbook. If you cannot rent the textbook, you will need
to buy it. Both the rental and the purchase will be reimbursed/bought from you by
CECFC at the end of the semester. Please refer to the Textbook Policy and Procedures
handout (in your ICAP paperwork and the CECFC website) for more detailed information.
Can my student still play sports of attending CECFC?
Yes! Students can play sports at their area public school.
Why doesn’t CECFC offer more extracurricular activities or sports?
At CECFC, free college for our families is our first priority. Instead of spending money on
athletic fields or programs, we direct our money toward funding college classes for students.
We do have several school clubs, and students are welcome to start their own with the
support of a school staff member!
Whati s FERPA, and what doesi t meanf or my CECFC student?
FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974) is designed to protect the
privacy of educational records and to establish the rights of students to inspect and review
their educational records. Once a student turns eighteen, or attends school beyond
secondary school, the rights of access to a student’s records transfer to the student. This
means that all academic information regarding a college student goes directly to the student
unless the student has given specific, written permission to release that information to
someone else.
For students at CECFC, this means that all communication and information regarding
grades for acollege class must go through the student, and not the parent.
Parents retain the right to communicate with instructors of classes that are college-prep or
high school-level.
How is my student able to earn their high school diploma and an Associate's
degree and/or certification while still in high school?
The majority of CEC students complete high school-level, college-prep coursework at an
accelerated pace in order to fast-track into college level courses. English, Math, Science,
and Foreign Language courses at the high school-level teach an entire year's worth of
content in 1 semester to make this possible.
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