WELCOME

At the Cultural Enrichment Center (C.E.C.), we believe in building a vibrant, connected, and supportive community for our teens, parents, and staff. This page is your one-stop destination for important resources, opportunities, and information about how we work together to empower African American middle and high school students in Fort Collins.

Our Mission

The Cultural Enrichment Center is dedicated to addressing the cultural, academic, career, and social needs of African American students. Through an academic cultural framework, we aim to connect our participants with the history, literature, arts, music, dance, traditions, and folklore of the African American experience, nurturing a sense of pride, purpose, and identity in every student we serve.

Transportation Initiatives

We’re committed to ensuring all students have safe and reliable transportation to and from the C.E.C. Programs.

• Transportation Options: Learn about our bus routes, carpool initiatives, and transportation schedules.

For additional details, please get in touch with our Transportation Coordinator, Nina Emery, at Transportation@fococec.org

Access to Resources

We provide a wealth of internal and community resources to support your teens’ academic and social journey:

• Tutoring Services: Enroll your teens in our free after-school academic support program.
• Wellness Resources: Access to mental health, wellness, and self-care workshops tailored for our teens.
• Community Partnerships: Explore opportunities our local partners offer, from cultural events to internships and career prep programs.

Visit our Resources Page for more information.

Codes of Conduct

We strive to create a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for everyone.

• Student Guidelines: Clear expectations to ensure respectful behavior and participation.
• Parent/Guardian Expectations: Supportive involvement in your teen’s growth and success.
• Staff Commitments: Dedication to fostering a welcoming and culturally enriching experience.

Please review the full Codes of Conduct here.

Volunteer Opportunities

Be an active part of our mission! There are many ways to get involved, including:

• Mentorship programs.
• Event planning and support.
• Transportation and chaperoning.
• Fundraising efforts.

Learn more and sign up on our Volunteer Page.

Building Our Community

We believe that creating a thriving, supportive community requires collaboration and open communication. Together, we can foster an environment where our teens feel empowered, parents feel connected, and staff feel supported.

• Parent-Teen Conversations: Join us for monthly community-building events to share stories, challenges, and successes.
• Stay Connected: Sign up for our newsletter and follow us on social media to stay up to date on the C.E.C. initiatives.
• Feedback Matters: Have ideas or concerns? We’re here to listen. Contact us anytime at [insert contact info].

We’re thrilled to partner with you on this journey of growth, empowerment, and celebration of African American heritage. Thank you for being an essential part of our Cultural Enrichment Center family.