Post Grad Planning Schedule
Mark your calendar and visit often for updated information.
The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) is the nonprofit association serving counseling and admission professionals worldwide. NACAC College Fairs and Virtual College Fairs (nacacfairs.org) are a signature service from the association. Hundreds of colleges and universities are represented at in-person fairs across the country. The virtual fairs offer a dynamic digital meeting space for connecting students and families with colleges and universities. Please check the date schedule to the right for fairs that fit your calendar.
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📍In Person Fairs
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Colleges that Change Lives Fair
An in-person fair featuring distinctly different liberal arts colleges from across the country. Free and open to the public, but you should register in advance by clicking here. Colleges That Change Lives, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement and support of a student-centered college search process.
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Creek 401 Senior AssemblySeniors will learn about the upcoming college process.
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🗓August 27, 2024 - all day
📍Cherry Creek High School Fine Arts Theater |
Creek 401 Senior Parent NightRecommended for parents of seniors. Learn all the details about the application process, college and Post Grad deadlines, and more.
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🗓August 27, 2024 - 6:30 p.m.
📍Cherry Creek High School Fine Arts Theater |
Naviance Night
Recommended for 9th-11th grade parents and students. Tune in to learn how to use Naviance's most useful and powerful features related to the college process, ICAP, and Creek curriculum. Look for the link in your email before the meeting.
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🗓September 3, 2024 - 6:30 p.m.
📍Virtual |
NCAA Night
Students and parents may attend this informative NCAA Eligibility evening to learn about the requirements for Division I & II, NCAA terminology, and available resources. NAIA information and requirements are also on the agenda.
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🗓September 10, 2024 - 6:30 p.m.
📍Cherry Creek High School Shillinglaw Auditorium |
NACAC Denver National College Fair & Workshops
Part of the NACAC series of nationwide college fairs. See top of this page for more information. Click here to register.
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An important part of college planning is figuring out how to pay for it. Attend this session for an overview of the financial aid process, how to apply, and ways to find scholarship assistance. The FAFSA underwent an overhaul in 2023-2024 - learn about the changes and what you can expect. Open to students/families of any grade level.
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🗓October 7, 2024 - 6:30 p.m.
📍Cherry Creek High School Fine Arts Theater |
Highly Selective College Night
For any student in 9th-11th grade and their parents.
Learn more about the highly selective college process. |
🗓October 08, 2024 - 6:30 p.m.
📍Cherry Creek High School Shillinglaw Auditorium |
Standardized Testing Unpacked
For any student in 9th-11th grade and their parents. Learn more about the world of test optional and beyond.
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🗓October 24, 2024 - 6:00 p.m.
(Note this is a NEW, EARLIER TIME!) 📍Cherry Creek High School Fine Arts Theater |
CCSD College Night Fair
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Creek 301 Junior Post Grad Planning Presentation
Junior students will learn how to explore multiple post graduation options.
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🗓November 13, 2024 - Advisory classes
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Creek 301 Junior Parent Night
Recommended for parents of junior students. Learn the details of college planning.
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🗓November 13, 2024 - 6:30 p.m.
📍Cherry Creek High School Fine Arts Theater |
Creek 101 Freshman Parent NightRecommended for students and parents new to the college planning process.
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🗓November 19, 2024 - 6:30 p.m.
📍Cherry Creek High School Shillinglaw Lecture Center |
Creek to College-
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🗓November 21, 2024 - 6:30 p.m.
📍Virtual |
Get hands-on help completing the FAFSA from financial aid professionals from colleges/universities. You'll receive a list of info/documents you need to bring along. Please watch for communication from Post Grad on when to call and set your appointment time.
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🗓December 10, 2024 - By appointment only
📍Cherry Creek High Computer Labs, IC Building |
Evening with the Deans of College Admissions
Join us for a panel discussion about the state of college admissions. Deans attending are from Purdue and Washington University St. Louis, with a third dean TBD. This is an informative presentation whether your student is interested in the represented schools or others.
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🗓January 28, 2025 - 6:30 p.m.
📍Cherry Creek High School Fine Arts Theater |
Navigating the Financial Aid Package
The total cost of a post-graduate education includes more than just tuition. How do you evaluate college costs? What will the total cost of your education include? Every family’s financial needs are unique. In this session, take a look at a variety of financial aid reports and aid packages for a real-world look at how to understand the financial aid packages you may receive.
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🗓February 11, 2025 - 6:30 p.m.
📍Cherry Creek High School Shillinglaw Auditorium |
CCSD Diversity College Fair
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RMACAC College Fair
More than 200 college representatives from both in-state and out-of-state schools are available at this college fair. Please click here and look for updated information closer to the date of the event.
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🗓March 2025 date TBD - 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
📍Location TBD |
Creek 201 Sophomore Parent NightRecommended for students and parents looking for additional college knowledge that goes beyond the basics.
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🗓March 11, 2025 - 6:30 p.m.
📍Cherry Creek High School Shillinglaw Auditorium |
CCSD Career and Job Fair hosted by CCIC
Available opportunities: Post-secondary hiring, summer jobs hiring, and interview skills workshops. Open to all CCSD students.
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Senior DayAll seniors are invited to stop by the Post Grad office to begin the checkout process, complete graduation surveys, and celebrate your post grad plans, whether college, trade school, work, gap year, military, or other!
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🗓April 24, 2025 (all day)
📍Cherry Creek High School Post Grad Center |
Location9300 East Union Avenue
Greenwood Village, CO 80111 |
Post Grad Mission and Vision Statements
Mission Statement: The Post Graduate Center empowers students with the knowledge and resources to make informed choices about their post-graduate plans and careers. We support students, parents, and families with college searches, admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and career opportunities, while fostering strong relationships with a diverse range of colleges and employers.
Vision Statement: To be a leading resource that empowers every student to confidently pursue their post-graduate dreams and career aspirations, fostering a community of informed, prepared, and inspired individuals ready to make a positive impact in the world. |