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Colorado Futuretek | Career Advancement & Training for African American YouthHistory Who We Are Board of Directors Advisory Board Instructors Contact Us SummerTEK Overview Courses Apply for SummerTEK Internships SilverTeks SilverTeks Overview School Programs STEAM! DSST Classes CNET Alumni About CFTEK Alumni Network Events Videos Join the Network Community Partnerships Media Annual Reports Select Page Click for Video Click for Video Click for Video Click for Video Click for Video COLORADO FUTURETEK | WHO WE ARE Colorado FutureTEK is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation that provides enrichment training and resources to help African American and other underrepresented minority high school students obtain marketable skills and internships in the IT and Computer industries. We have established a set of successful, ongoing programs that are practical and positive ways to help these students become productive citizens who will help fill the widely recognized need for technically trained professionals over the next decade. We also provide basic computer training for senior citizens. APPLY NOW TO SUMMERTEK 2024 Grades 8-12 SummerTEK 2024 is an exciting e-learning opportunity for students to explore rewarding careers and acquire valuable skills in a supportive and user-friendly environment. This summer we are offering the following four online courses: CCNA v7 Introduction to Computer Networks Introduction to Cybersecurity Professional Communication CSB Certification Course Entrepreneurship These courses can be the first step toward industry recognized certifications and can open the door to internships and future career and entrepreneurial opportunities in areas of high job growth. Students who successfully complete one of these courses will be awarded a certificate of completion and a stipend from Colorado Futuretek. These courses will be offered online using Zoom. Get the Details Apply Now SPRING 2024 SILVER SATURDAYS ONLINE In Spring 2024, Colorado Futuretek will once again offer Silver Saturdays Online , a series of self-paced sessions for senior citizens 50 and over who want to learn the basics or improve their skills using a Windows 10 laptop and applications (how to use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, send email, surf the internet, etc.). Our tutors are also available to help seniors with the basic features of their smartphones. The classes will be held online using Zoom once a month on each second Saturday morning from 10:00AM – 11:15AM (MT). The dates are January 13, February 10, March 9, April 13, and May 11. This online course will be led by Mrs. Lynn Jackson assisted by Colorado Futuretek teen student tutors. There is no cost to the senior citizens for this program. To register, please email your name and contact information to pfontenot@cftek.org If you have questions, please call Colorado Futuretek at (720) 381-3074. We are looking forward to working with you! JOHN HENSON FOUNDER’S AWARD FOR STUDENT EXCELLENCE In honor of our late co-founder, John Henson, Colorado Futuretek has established the John Henson Founder’s Award for Student Excellence.” John had a great heart for helping our students succeed, and we are very thankful for his many years of leadership and dedication. The first award will be presented for outstanding performance in SummerTEK 2023. LEARN ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS Colorado Futuretek provides programs for high school and middle school students, and senior citizens. ……………………………………………………………………………………………… SUMMERTEK SummerTEK is a fun and challenging 6-week Computer Networking training program. Students learn problem-solving and communication skills, attend exciting field trips, and prepare themselves for future internships. More » STUDENT INTERNSHIPS Our Student Internship Program facilitates paid summer employment at local businesses for students who excel in our training programs. Interns gain valuable experience that can open doors to future career opportunities. More » STEAM! Our STEAM! program for middle school students grades 5 – 8 includes an introduction to Paint 3D, Minecraft programming, and financial literacy. Early college & career planning is included for 7th & 8th grade students. More » SILVER SATURDAYS Silver Saturdays is a monthly, project-based class that helps senior citizens improve their computer skills. They work on MS Word, Excel, & PowerPoint projects, with assistance from an adult instructor & high school student tutors. SUMMER SILVERTEKS Summer SilverTeks is designed for senior citizens who want to learn computer basics, or improve their computer skills. They also can learn smartphone basics. Our adult instructor is assisted by our teen student tutors. More » FINANCIAL WORKSHOPS We facilitate Banking on our Future” workshops for 8th grade through high school students, presented by Operation Hope. This program equips young people with financial knowledge & tools to secure a better future. CAREER EXPLORATION Our high school students make field trips to the Microsoft Technology Center or participate online for Career Xplore Day events. They learn about some of the newest technology and careers at Microsoft. COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS Colorado Futuretek has partnered with other organizations, such as with the Office of Economic Development Youth Services, to give high school students a four-week course on Information and Communications Technology. More » HEAR WHAT OUR ALUMNI ARE SAYING Our SummerTEK Alumni talk about their experiences in the program. Read More » SUPPORT OUR PROGRAMS Your donation helps Colorado Futuretek to provide tuition-free training to the students. Help Bridge the Digital Divide Your donation will help underrepresented minority students become productive citizens who will help fill the widely recognized need for technical professionals over the next decade. Be part of a student’s success Help us continue training students across the Denver metro area! Your support helps us offer these unique tuition-free educational opportunities. Colorado Futuretek is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation and all donations are tax-deductible. Donate Now JOIN OUR STRATEGIC PARTNERS Help us continue training students across the Denver metro area. Become a Strategic Partner today » ……………………………………………………………………..………. VIEW OUR PHOTO GALLERIES See photos of our past programs & events. Click here to see all of our photo galleries. SummerTEK 2019 Field Trips SummerTEK 2019 Classes SummerTEK 2019 Orientation Summer SilverTeks 2019 Program SummerTEK 2018 Field Trips SummerTEK 2018 Classes DSST St. Croix Youth Project Resource for High School Students! This great resource developed by our own SummerTEK Alumni provides valuable information on careers, education, internships and more! Visit Now! Your tax-deductible donation will help us generate more student internships with small businesses. More » Donate to the Harold E. Montgomery Sr. Internship Stipend Fund Privacy Policy Terms of Use Copyright 2024 © Colorado FutureTek. All rights...