April 2025

SAT, PSAT, and CMAS Testing

Reminder: SAT, PSAT, and CMAS Science Testing on April 16-17

Attention parents and students! Important testing days are coming up on April 16th and 17th, including the SAT, PSAT, and CMAS Science assessments. These assessments are vital in gauging your child's academic progress and preparing them for future educational pursuits. The PSAT and SAT are not just tests; they serve as valuable tools for college and career readiness. The results provide insights into areas of strength and areas that may need improvement, guiding both students and educators in tailoring educational plans. High scores on these exams can open doors to various scholarship opportunities and college admissions, setting the foundation for a successful future.

Wednesday, April 16

9th Grade does not report to school
10th Grade will take the PSAT 10
11th Grade will take the SAT

Thursday, April 17

10th Grade does not report to school
9th Grade will take the PSAT 8/9
11th Grade will take the CMAS Science exam

Seniors will not report on either of these testing days. There will be a 12:30 dismissal for all students on both of these days. ECA will be open on the afternoon of both the 16th and 17th to any students who need additional academic support or time to catch up on late or missing work.

These tests are a key part of academic progress and college readiness, so we encourage students to come prepared. Make sure to get plenty of rest the night before, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive on time with any necessary materials. A positive mindset and preparation can make a big difference—let’s aim for success!

Open Campus Reminder

Early College Academy is a open campus for Juniors and Seniors in good academic standing. Open Campus is an earned privilege! Since good academic standing at Aims requires students to maintain a 2.0 GPA at minimum, students with Ds or Fs will remain on campus and work in the Student Support Center during free periods/off blocks until all of their grades are passing with Cs or higher. Per the Student Handbook, "ECA staff reserve the right to revoke this privilege based on student academic progress, behavior, or for other reasons at their discretion." An opt-out form may also be signed by a guardian if they do not want their student to have this privilege.

Senior's Corner

Seniors, stay on track for your future!

Seniors, you’re in the final stretch! These last two months are crucial, and it’s important to show up every day and stay on top of your grades. Colleges will review your final transcripts, and strong attendance and effort now can make all the difference.

Apply for Scholarships – There’s still time to secure funding for college! Keep searching for scholarships and submitting applications. Every dollar counts!
Review your Financial Aid Offers – Colleges are sending out financial aid letters. Carefully review your package, compare offers, and reach out to financial aid offices if you have questions. .
Schedule College Orientations – If you’re continuing your education, don’t forget to register for orientation sessions at your college or university. These events help you get familiar with campus, register for classes, and connect with future classmates.

Keep pushing forward—you’re almost there!

Scholarship Award Letters
Seniors, share with us your scholarship award letters! We recognize scholarship awards in your graduation program and want to include and recognize everyone. Please report your scholarships here.

Final Senior Class Meeting
The Class of 2025 will have its class meeting on Thursday, April 3. To see the topics covered, please review the slideshow here.

Senior Important Dates

Prom (April 12)
SAT Day - No School for Seniors (April 16 & 17)
Ms. Dominguez will send out the Senior Exit Survey (Last Week of April/Beginning May)
Field Day & Awards Ceremony (May 9)
Senior Week (May 12-16)
- A week of fun Senior activities!
Seniors' Last Day (May 16 - Being released from school at 10 AM)
- Senior Donuts
- Senior Countdown
Aims Commencement Ceremony (May 16 at 3 PM - Aims Welcome Center)
ECA Graduation Rehearsal (May 19 at 4 PM - Welcome Center)
- Cap & gown disbursement
- Senior Dinner
ECA Commencement Ceremony (May 23 at 2 PM - Welcome Center)

Grade Check Form

Students currently in Seminars have started a new grade check process. Every Monday guardians will receive an email with the current grades of their students and how they will maintain or improve their grades for the week.

We are hoping that this additional communication will help guardians know where their students are academically. If you have any questions about a particular class, please reach out to their teacher.

ECA Talent Show

Talents! We all have some and now it's time to show yours off!

The 2025 ECA Talent Show will be held on Thursday, April 3rd at 6:00 p.m. Please join our amazing students on April 3rd at 6:00 p.m. to watch them perform various acts from dancing, to singing, to reading poetry. Student artwork will also be on display to showcase their incredible talent with pen and brush. This event is open to the community and we would love to have you come and join us (plus, there will be free popcorn!).

Join us for our career series: Career Cafè

We are starting a new career workshop series called Career Café! We've partnered with Employment Services of Weld County to bring these valuable sessions to our students. The workshops will be held during lunch in the Student Support Center, and all ECA students are invited to attend.

There are only two dates left, we hope you join us then!

Upcoming Workshop Dates:

April (4/28) - Mock Interviews
May (5/19) - Job Application Completeness

Reach out to Mr. Meza if you have questions!

Part-Time Faculty of the year!

Congratulations to Steven Wagley for being named Part-Time Faculty of the Year at Aims Community College!

Since joining Early College Academy in Fall 2024, Steven has made an incredible impact on students and faculty alike. His enthusiasm, dedication, and commitment to student success have quickly made him a favorite among students and a valued leader within our community. Whether in the classroom, organizing student events, or serving on the Instructional Leadership Team, Steven consistently goes above and beyond.

We are grateful for his contributions and proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition!

ECA Food Pantry Available for Families

If your family is in need of food, our school pantry is here to help! We can prepare bags of food for you to pick up during school hours. Please reach out to Jes Rasmussen to request assistance.

We're here to support you!

Email: jrasmussen1@greeleyschools.org

(970) 348-5816

Access to Aims

Early College Academy students are also Aims students, which means they have access to Aims' Physical Education and Recreation Center (PERC). The PERC offers recreation hours, intramural sports, and activity classes.

Students who wish to utilize the PERC during the 2024-2025 academic year must have a completed
"Minor Waiver of Liability on File".

Parents/Guardians, if you have not done so already, please complete the waiver on behalf of your student.

Questions? Contact the PERC at 970.339.6295 or physical.education@aims.edu

Upcoming Events

April 3rd, 2025: Talent Show 6:00 pm in the Tiger Den
April 12th, 2025: Prom at Zoe's Cafe and Events 8:00-10:00 pm
April 16th and 17th, 2025: SAT/PSAT Testing Window
April 22nd, 2025: Performing Arts/Dance Performance 7:00 -9:00 pm
April 24th-25th: No School Students
May 9th: Awards & Cording Ceremony 9:00-10:15, ECA Field Day 11:35 am -3:25 pm
May 15th: Aims Commencement (Aims Welcome Center)
May 19th: Graduation Rehearsal (Aims Welcome Center) 4:00-5:00 pm
May 20th-22nd: Semester 2 Final Exams
May 23rd: ECA Graduations (Aims Welcome Center) 2:00-4:00 pm