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Welcome to CEC Colorado Springs 6-12!
Colorado Early Colleges Colorado Springs 6-12 (CECCS) was founded in 2007 as a tuition-free, open enrollment public charter high school. As a small high school of around 600 students, CECCS provides a personal and supportive atmosphere where students are able to pursue their unique and individual educational and career goals. As an early college high school, CECCS’s academic program is designed to allow students who complete the curriculum to earn an associate degree, 60+ college credit hours, and/or career credential at no cost to families. CECCS’s Middle School program started Fall 2021. For more information, RSVP to one of our informational meetings by scrolling down on this page to our calendar and choose a date.
Colorado Early Colleges Colorado Springs provides students in grades 6th-12th the opportunity to begin working on college-level courses as soon as they are college ready. CECCS assesses every student who enrolls and meets them where they are academically, no matter the level. CECCS students earn a combination of high school and college credits as they pursue a high school diploma and an associate degree or higher.
All at $0 Cost to Our Families!
Our Beliefs
CEC recognizes the responsibility we have been entrusted with to deliver a positive and lifelong impact on our students and their families, both academically and in life — and to deliver it with equity and fairness in the Colorado communities we have the privilege to serve. We have created a belief system to guide us in our endeavors in building strong campus communities that are filled with passion, driven by excellence, and dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Jennifer Daugherty – Head of School
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RSVP for One of Our Informational Meetings
Want to learn more to make sure CECCS is right for your family? Attend one of our informational meeting, either in-person or virtually. Our leadership team gives a presentation on our programs, staff, culture and we’re there to answer any questions you may have. Choose a date below and RSVP today!
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“Education is for improving the lives of others and for leaving your community and world better than you found it.“ – Marian Wright Edelman
A Responsibility to Lead Like No Other.
Our Leadership, Admissions, Advising, and Academics Teams at CECCS recognize the responsibility we have been entrusted with to deliver a positive and lifelong impact on our students and their families, both academically and in life. Each member understands and shares in the fulfillment of the CEC Mission Statement using every possible resource and to build a strong campus community filled with enthusiasm and driven by excellence.
CEC Colorado Springs Leadership Team
Sandi Brown- CEC Chief Executive Administrator – View Profile
Jennifer Daugherty – Head of School – View Profile
Jessica Davis – Dean of Admissions – View Profile
Kimberly Musselman – Dean of Academics – View Profile
Laura Carter – Dean of Advising – View Profile
Sergio DeLourenco – Dean of Campus Culture – View Profile
CEC Colorado Springs Support Staff
Seth Cook – Technology Coordinator I – View Profile
Corrie Jaramillo – Business Manager – View Profile
Victoria Phelps – Advising Assistant – View Profile
Jennifer Rose – SI Tutor – View Profile
Shawn Hunt – Nurse – View Profile
Joseph Agostini – Campus Monitor – View Profile
Pete Griggs – Facilities Manager – View Profile
Katie Waldow – Enrollment Coordinator – View Profile
Elsie Agostini – Nurse Aid – View Profile
Every Journey Begins with a First Step.
At CECCS, we understand the search for the right school is a personal experience and that the admissions process can often be intimidating and difficult to follow. Our Admissions staff are dedicated to helping families understand our process and to provide support from your initial decision to apply for enrollment all the way to your first advising session.
CEC Colorado Springs Admissions Team
Jessica Davis – Dean of Admissions – View Profile
Katie Waldow – Enrollment Coordinator – View Profile
Click Here for Admissions Documents & Forms
Every Goal Deserves a Plan.
At CECCS, our Advising staff strive to understand and respect the uniqueness of each student and their educational goals. They recognize that high school is a time of exploration and that student interests and goals can quickly change. This awareness drives their collaborations with each student to create an Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP) that remains consistent with their educational goals, career interests, and abilities.
CEC Colorado Springs Advising Team
Amy DeLourenco – Adviser – View Profile
Anna Solano – Advisor – View Profile
Courtney Lapar – Counselor – View Profile
Jeff Cleek – Adviser – View Profile
Laura Carter – Dean of Advising – View Profile
Victoria Phelps – Advising Assistant – View Profile
Click Here for Advising Documents & Forms
Every Student Can Achieve Success.
CECCS and our accredited college partners are committed to creating a community of lifetime learners and a school culture that fosters both academic and personal success for every student. Whether they are academically ahead, right on track, or below grade level — our academic programs are designed to prepare students of all levels for college course work as quickly and efficiently as possible. We make every effort to offer the highest levels of academic and personal support in guiding students towards their career goals and to assist them in achieving those goals through commitment, hard work, and accountability.
CEC Colorado Springs Academics Team
Alex Morris – English Teacher – View Profile
Bekkah Walker-Brian – Learning Specialist – View Profile
Chad Bowers – History Teacher – View Profile
Christina Davis – Technology Teacher – View Profile
Christine Layton – English Teacher – View Profile
Denim Baxman – Math Teacher – View Profile
Dessa Baxman – Gear & Theater Teacher – View Profile
Grady Castle – Spanish Teacher – View Profile
Joel Reed – Science Teacher – View Profile
Karen Jordan – Math Teacher – View Profile
Kayla Walker – English & Social Studies Teacher – View Profile
Kristi Smith – College & Career Readiness Teacher – View Profile
Megan Prahl – English Teacher – View Profile
Renee Cowger – Math Teacher – View Profile
Shane Richmond – Math Teacher – View Profile
Teresa Suarez – Math Teacher – View Profile
Zach Hunt – English Teacher – View Profile
CEC Network Success Stats
Healthy Breakfast & Lunches Prepared On Our Campus.
Students need healthy meals to learn. CECCS offers healthy breakfast and lunch to students every full school day through Colorado Springs School District 11 and meals are prepared on our campus. Please encourage your student to participate in this program as it is an important part of their academic success. Please be advised that meal charging is not allowed.
Meal Payment System
Student meal histories may be viewed and email notifications can be set up if you register with My School Bucks even without using the prepayment options. Sign up is free and you may click here to do so.
Free and Reduced Meal Program
Your student may qualify for free meals or for reduced priced meals. If you are unsure if you qualify, please visit the Free and Reduced Lunch page on the District 11 website which also provides a link to an online application. You may also pick up an application from the District 11 staff during lunch service.
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Student Life
Our Accredited College Partners
Open Enrollment for the 2022-2023 School Year is Here! Ready to Join CEC?
Colorado Early Colleges is dedicated to the principles of equal opportunity and prevention of harassment in all of its practices. As a public entity and an employer, CEC is bound by a set of state and Federal laws regarding equal opportunity and nondiscrimination. CEC prohibits unlawful discrimination or harassment against individuals on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, national origin, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.
If you have a complaint about discrimination or harassment as it pertains to CEC, please contact Dr. Stephanie Livingston, Executive Director of Organizational Development and HR, and Title IX Coordinator, at 4424 Innovation Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80525; or at stephanie.livingston@coloradoearlycolleges.org.
If you have a complaint about discrimination or harassment pertaining to one of CEC’s schools, please first contact the school directly pursuant to the CEC Network Grievance Policy.