CEC News

We encourage our CEC communities and families to visit this page often to stay up to date on notable news and events taking place all across our CEC campuses.

News from Our Schools

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Colorado Early Colleges Class of 2026 Graduates with Record-Breaking College Achievements

Graduation season is here, and at Colorado Early Colleges (CEC), this year’s milestone is one worth celebrating from the Front Range to the Eastern
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From Laura Calhoun, CEC Governing Board President:  Welcome New CEC Governing Board Directors 

The CEC Governing Board is thrilled to announce the addition of two remarkable leaders, Dr. Jennifer Bailey and Mrs. Stephanie Christian, as new Directors.
Empowering Future Cyber Defenders. CEC Windsor's Innovative Classroom. A CECW teacher in a Hawaiian shirt and a Santa hat.

CEC in the News: CEC Windsor’s Cybersecurity program featured in Colorado Country Life, highlighting innovation opportunities available for local students

Thank you to Poudre Valley REA and Colorado Country Life magazine for featuring CEC Windsor’s AP Cybersecurity program in this month’s issue, highlighting CEC’s
Alejandra Juarez, CEC Aurora Academic Dean at the ACTE CareerTech Vision Conference.

CEC Takes The Stage To Present Career Education Strategies at ACTE CareerTech Vision

Alejandra Juarez, CEC Aurora Academic Dean, had the honor of presenting at the ACTE CareerTech Vision Conference in Tennessee, a national gathering of educators
CEC Douglas County North students posing for a picture on a picnic table.

Inside Potluck: A Fresh Look at CECDCN’s Student Magazine

Potluck, our student-managed digital magazine, is back with its newest issue, and it’s a vibrant showcase of the talent, passion, and curiosity that define
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Important Announcement: CEC Windsor to Join Fort Collins Campus in August 2026

Starting with the upcoming 2026-27 school year, our CEC Windsor campus location will close and merge with our CEC Fort Collins campus! The reason
CEC Fort Collins High School graduation students photographed from the back. The students are wearing blue caps and gowns.

Colorado Early Colleges Schools Climb in National Rankings

Colorado Early Colleges (CEC) is proud to announce that multiple campuses have once again been recognized among the best high schools in Colorado and
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Meet Our Leadership: Dr. Aaron Prestwich, Executive Director of Educational Services

CEC is proud to welcome our new Executive Director of Educational Services, Dr. Aaron Prestwich to the CEC team! In this role, Aaron will
Introducing Dr. Aaron Prestwich, Executive Director of Educational Services. Colorado Early Colleges. Blue banner image.

Introducing Dr. Aaron Prestwich, CEC Executive Director of Educational Services

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Aaron Prestwich as our Executive Director of Educational Services (EDES).
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CEC Online Campus awarded John Irwin School of Excellence

This award is given to schools that demonstrate exceptional academic achievement over time. These schools received an “exceeds expectations” rating on the Academic Achievement
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CEC Douglas County North awarded John Irwin School of Excellence

This award is given to schools that demonstrate exceptional academic achievement over time. These schools received an “exceeds expectations” rating on the Academic Achievement
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CEC Online has been recognized as a Safe2Tell Gold Star School!

CEC Online has been recognized as a Safe2Tell Gold Star School for its outstanding commitment to student safety and encouraging a culture of speaking

News from Our Schools

Salutatorian - Amanda Lukasavige: Class of 2024

Student Spotlight: Congratulations to CEC Colorado Springs Salutatorian, Amanda Lukasavige!

Congratulations to the CEC Colorado Springs Class of 2024 Salutatorian, Amanda Lukasavige! Amanda graduated with her high school diploma and associate of arts degree.
CEC Colorado Springs Valedictorian Sabrina Thompson

Student Spotlight: Congratulations to CEC Colorado Springs Valedictorian, Sabrina Thompson!

Congratulations to the CEC Colorado Springs Class of 2024 Valedictorian, Sabrina Thompson! Sabrina graduated with her high school diploma, associate of applied science, Early

Student Spotlight: Congratulations to CEC Online Campus Salutatorian, Madden Howland!

Congratulations to the CEC Online Campus Class of 2024 Salutatorian, Madden Howland! Madden graduated with a high school diploma and associate of science degree.

Student Spotlight: Congratulations to CEC Online Campus Valedictorian, Kylan Vatterott!

Congratulations to the CEC Online Campus Class of 2024 Valedictorian, Kylan Vatterott! Kylan graduated with a high school diploma and associate of science degree.

Student Spotlight: Congratulations to CEC Parker Salutatorian, Gustav Blom!

Congratulations to the CEC Parker Class of 2024 Salutatorian, Gustav Blom! Gustav will be graduating with his high school diploma and associate of science
Wyatt McCoy - Valedictorian Class of 2024

Student Spotlight: Congratulations to CEC Parker Valedictorian, Wyatt McCoy!

Congratulations to the CEC Parker Class of 2024 Valedictorian, Wyatt McCoy! Wyatt graduated with his high school diploma and associate of science degree.

Student Spotlight: Congratulations to CEC Inverness Salutatorian, Jacinta Deodatus!

Congratulations to the CEC Inverness Class of 2024 Salutatorian, Jacinta Deodatus! Jacinta graduated with her high school diploma and associate of science degree.

Student Spotlight: Congratulations to CEC Inverness Valedictorian, Darja Jaceva!

Congratulations to the CEC Inverness Class of 2024 Valedictorian, Darja Jaceva! Darja graduated with her high school diploma and associate of art and associate

Student Spotlight: Congratulations to CEC Aurora Salutatorian, Kevin Melgar Reyes!

Congratulations to the CEC Aurora Class of 2024 Salutatorian, Kevin Melgar Reyes! Kevin graduated with his high school diploma and associate of art degree.

Student Spotlight: Congratulations to CEC Aurora Valedictorian, Frank Arguello Zuniga!

Congratulations to the CEC Aurora Class of 2024 Valedictorian, Frank Arguello Zuniga! Frank graduated with his high school diploma, associate of art degree, drone