CEC Early College

CEC Early College The Career Education Center (CEC)Early College is a Denver Public School high school serving ninth t The Fred N.

Thomas Career Education Center Middle College of Denver is an urban high school located in northwest Denver near I-25 and Speer Boulevard in Denver, Colo., and has been providing students with real-life learning experiences in dozens of career-oriented courses since 1976. The curriculum is college preparatory, focusing on career and technology education as well as numerous concurrent enrollment op

portunities. CEC also has part-time students from the Denver metro area who participate in one of the twenty career classes offered on its Eliot Street campus. The career classes are an innovative way for high school students to earn academic credits towards a college degree or industry certification while completing DPS high school graduation requirements.

Happy School Counselor Week to our CEC Super Counselors! From 9th grade to graduation, concurrent enrollment to Associat...
02/10/2026

Happy School Counselor Week to our CEC Super Counselors!

From 9th grade to graduation, concurrent enrollment to Associate’s Degrees - they guide our students every step of the way while keeping them focused on their career and college goals.

Because of them, 20%+ of the Class of 2026 is on-track to earn an Associate’s Degree, and so many others will be graduating with college credits and career certifications in hand - saving thousands on their career and college journey! 🤑

And they don't stop there: they're opening doors for our part-time students to jumpstart their career and college opportunites too!

Thank you Joe, Viri, Zach, and Michele for all you do! 🙌

02/04/2026

CEC Early Learning Center Glows!

One of the only Colorado Shines, Five Star Rated Preschools in Denver! Our littlest learners (ages 3-5) spend their days learning through play, making music with El Sistema, and soaking up 2 hours of outdoor fun everyday. Class sizes are small and cozy with a 1:8 staff ratio. Funding is also available through UPK and Denver Preschool Program for eligible families.

Come see the glow for yourself or enroll now - spaces are limited!
Email: [email protected]
https://cecdenver.dpsk12.org/early-learning-academy/about/

12/01/2025

CEC is where students discover what they’re great at, earn college credit, get hands-on experience, and start building the life they want right now — not after graduation.

If you want a high school that opens doors, CEC is the #1 choice.
From EMT to welding, prelaw to culinary, auto to health sciences — there’s a pathway for YOU.

ROUND 1 SchoolChoice opens Dec 2 — choose CEC!

Choosing the right high school matters!Join us at CEC’s Open House Thursday, November 20 from 5–7 PM2650 Eliot St., Denv...
11/18/2025

Choosing the right high school matters!

Join us at CEC’s Open House
Thursday, November 20 from 5–7 PM
2650 Eliot St., Denver, CO.80211

Discover a school built for real opportunities:

Earn college credit for FREE
Explore hands-on career programs
Learn from industry experts
Become part of a small, supportive school community
And leave high school prepared for college, career — or both!

FREE Trunk or Treat at CEC! Come trick-or-treat, walk through our haunted house (if you dare ), and enjoy the spooky vib...
10/22/2025

FREE Trunk or Treat at CEC! Come trick-or-treat, walk through our haunted house (if you dare ), and enjoy the spooky vibes! Open to the whole community

Tuesday, Oct 28
5:00 PM-6:30 PM
CEC Early College in west parking lots

Get ready for chrome, classics, and community fun! Join us for the 19th Annual Rich Barton Car Show hosted by Auto & Wel...
09/30/2025

Get ready for chrome, classics, and community fun! Join us for the 19th Annual Rich Barton Car Show hosted by Auto & Welding CTE at CEC Early College, Saturday, October 4 from 9 am - 3 pm!

Come enjoy stunning cars, local vendors, and Food Trucks. Even kick-off the day at 9 AM with a high-energy Zumba demo on the black top!

Bring your friends & family- everyone is welcome!

CEC isn’t your typical school! Each grade level moves differently and well, our CTE classes are on another level! Join ...
08/22/2025

CEC isn’t your typical school! Each grade level moves differently and well, our CTE classes are on another level! Join us at Back to School Night, 08/28 to see how we set your student up for success and how YOU can be part of the journey!

Come early for the Welcome Reception at 4:30-5:00 PM to meet school partners, hear from Principal Shaw, and get some light snacks!

Address

2650 Eliot Street
Denver, CO
80211

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 3am
Tuesday 7am - 3pm
Wednesday 7am - 3pm
Thursday 7am - 3pm
Friday 7am - 3pm

Telephone

+17204236600

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