PREPARE FOR ENROLLMENT
We're glad you have decided to enroll in Colorado Connections Academy! Before you get started, take a look below at the enrollment process.
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- First semester enrollment is open.
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The Connections Academy Enrollment Process
Enrollment Process
Connections Academy Enrollment Process
Learn about the steps of the Connections Academy enrollment process.
STEP 1
Understand Your Commitment
STEP 2
Check Eligibility
You must meet specific state and program requirements to participate in Colorado Connections Academy. Before enrolling at our online schools in Colorado, review the following eligibility requirements carefully to determine whether your student(s) is eligible to participate. Once your enrollment is confirmed, please immediately withdraw your student from their previous publicly-funded school. Students cannot be simultaneously enrolled in two public schools.
Note: Colorado Connections Academy does not accept students who are currently expelled from their local school or district. Students who have been suspended from their local school or district will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to enroll.
STEP 3
Prepare Documents
Please have the following documents available when you are ready to begin the enrollment process.
Child's Proof of Age
Child's Proof of Age
Child's Proof of Age
A copy of any of the below documents must be provided to verify age eligibility:
- Official birth certificate
- Passport
- Baptismal papers
- Certificate of live birth
Not Sure Where to Get That?
- If you need a copy of your child's birth certificate, you can order it online through the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). Please visit the CDPHE's vital records website for more information.
- If your child was born in another state, please visit the CDC’s Where to Write for Vital Records webpage for more information. When using this tool, please remember to follow the CDC's Application Guidelines.
- Have questions about your U.S. passport? Visit the U.S. Department of State FAQs page.
As a reminder, the age eligibility is as follows:
- Kindergarten: Any student enrolling in kindergarten must be five (5) years old on or before October 1 in the school year for which he or she is enrolling.
- First Grade: Any student enrolling in first grade must be six (6) years old on or before October 1 in the school year for which he or she is enrolling.
- Maximum Age: Any student who is twenty-one (21) years old on or before the first day of school will not be eligible to enroll in Colorado Connections Academy.
Proof of Residence
Proof of Residence
Proof of Residence
You must reside in the state of Colorado and provide ONE acceptable proof of residency to be eligible for enrollment in Colorado Connections Academy. Colorado residency is determined by the student and parent or legal guardian currently residing in the state of Colorado boundaries, except for students of military families that maintain Colorado as their state of legal residence for tax and voter registration purposes. If you do not have any of these documents, please contact the enrollment team at 1-833-591-0251 to discuss acceptable alternatives.
Not Sure What is Accepted as Proof?
- A residential utility bill (gas, electric, sewage or water) from the last 90 days, in the resident's (parent or guardian) name showing a service address
- A mortgage statement from the last 90 days or a signed annual lease agreement for your current residence within the last year
- Rent Receipt from the last 90 days
- Property tax statement
- Current voter registration card
- Letter from government agency from the last 90 days
Child’s Proof of Immunization
Child’s Proof of Immunization
Child’s Proof of Immunization
All Colorado Connections Academy students must provide evidence of their immunizations on one of the following:
- Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Certificate of Immunization form
- Immunization booklet with all or most recent doses signed/stamped
- Official school record signed/stamped by a healthcare provider
- Health care provider/Health Department printout
Not Sure What Immunizations Are Required?
- For a complete listing of immunizations required by the Colorado Department of Health and Environment, view the School Immunization Requirements webpage.
Where Can I Get Immunizations for My Student?
Immunizations can be obtained from doctor’s offices, clinics, or hospitals. Pediatricians and family doctors or their nurses or medical assistants can give your student the shots he or she needs to meet the requirements for school enrollment. In addition, some large chain pharmacies offer immunizations for older children and adults.
What if I Need Assistance Paying for Vaccines?
If you need assistance paying for shots/vaccinations, you may be able to get free or reduced immunizations through this program:
- Vaccines for Children (VFC) program is a federally funded program that provides vaccines at no cost to children who might not otherwise be vaccinated because of inability to pay. Children who are eligible for VFC vaccines are entitled to receive pediatric vaccines that are recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.
- The Vaccines for Children (VFC) helps to further the VFC program’s initiative for Colorado families. VFC provides free vaccines to virtually all local public health agencies (LPHA) in Colorado. Each county has an LPHA or clinic that serves as a "safety net" for low-cost vaccines. The vaccines are available for all children who are eligible for VFC and for children who are underinsured (i.e., high copay, deductible). Contact The Vaccines for Children Program to learn more about school immunization requirements and VFC providers in your area.
Immunization Exemptions
Colorado allows for medical, personal or religious exemptions, however medical exemptions must be signed by a health care provider.
- Religious or Personal Exemption: A parent or guardian must complete, sign and date the Colorado Department of Health and Environment Immunization Non-medical Exemption Form, which states that the student or the parent/guardian is an adherent to a personal or religious belief opposed to immunizations.
- Medical Exemption: A physician must complete, sign and date the Colorado Department of Health and Environment Immunization Medical Exemption Form, which states that the physical condition of the student is such that immunization would endanger life or health or that it is medically contraindicated due to other medical conditions.
Prior Academic Records
Child’s Proof of Immunization
Prior Academic Records
Students across Colorado in grades K-12 are eligible to enroll in Colorado Connections Academy. Those who have previously attended public school, private school, or homeschool will be asked to submit academic records for placement.
- Report Card
For students applying for grades K–9: Please submit a copy of the report card from the most recent school year.
The following items should be included on the report card:
- Student Name
- Grade Level
- School Year (example: 2023-24)
- School Name
- Grading Scale (example: 90–100%=A)
- Unofficial Transcript
For students applying for grades 10–12: Submit an unofficial transcript that includes the complete end-of-year grades from the prior school year(s) and any academic documentation (such as a progress report/interim report, class schedule, or marking period/semester report card) issued for the current school year. Additional documentation may be requested for placement.
The following items should be included on the unofficial transcript:
- Student Name
- Grade Level
- School Year (example: 2023-24)
- School Name
- Grading Scale (example: 90–100%=A)
- Credits Earned
Not Sure How to Get Your Child’s Report Card or Transcript?
- Contact your student's previous school and request the document, providing them with the information outlined above, OR contact your school's district office with the request.
If after attempting these steps you still cannot obtain your student's report card or transcript, please contact the academic placement services team at 1-833-591-0251 to discuss acceptable alternatives.
Have Your Child(ren) Been Formerly Homeschooled?
If your children are currently homeschooled, please complete the Prior Academic History Form. This document will be available to you in the Enrollment Portal.
- Prior Academic History Form
For homeschooled students in grades K–12: Complete the Prior Academic History Form indicating what courses were completed through a homeschool curriculum.
Other Documents for Special Circumstances
Proof of Residence
Other Documents for Special Circumstances
You may need to provide additional documentation if any of the following circumstances apply:
- Custody order: If your legal guardianship is determined by a court order, please submit a copy of the order.
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Colorado Connections Academy @ 27J and Colorado Connections Summit Academy offer the same curriculum, learning platform, and services. By operating two schools in Colorado, we can serve more families while continuing to provide a high level of academic support and individualized attention.
Give Us a Call
If you have any concerns or questions about how to enroll, our enrollment team is here to help.
Please call us at 1-833-591-0251
Colorado Connections Academy admits students and conducts all educational programs, activities, and employment practices without discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, creed, sexual orientation, disability, or any other legally protected classification.
Enrollment Support Hours:
Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. MT