Celebration of Educational Excellence
The Colorado Department of Higher Education and the Colorado Department of Human Services are partnering with organizations and community partners to recognize young people involved in foster care or youth services who have graduated from high school, received a GED, or obtained a college degree this year. The Celebration of Educational Excellence (CEEX) was created 27 years ago in response to the poor educational outcomes of current and former foster youth. The Celebration has grown and expanded throughout its history, has integrated a resource fair, and emphasizes youth voice and input. Graduates in attendance will be recognized, receive graduate gifts, and will have the opportunity to attend the resource fair to connect with organizations and community partners to support future successes.
Date
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Location
University of Colorado Denver – Auraria Campus
Tivoli Student Union, Turnhalle
Schedule
- Resource Fair: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Graduation Celebration & Dinner: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Resource Fair Vendor Registration
Organizations interested in hosting a table at the Resource Fair can sign up here:
https://forms.gle/uF6jhGBX2EZtiPcJ6
Graduation Application & Media Release
Know a graduate with foster care or youth services experience who completed high school, a GED, or a college degree this year? Please complete the application and release form here:
Have a question or would like to get involved? Email fcnavigator@dhe.state.co.us.