CCIC Hospitality & Tourism

CCIC Hospitality & Tourism We are the Hospitality and Tourism Pathway of the Cherry Creek Innovation Campus.

We offer Culinary Management and Hospitality Management courses to 10-12th grade students in the Cherry Creek Innovation Campus through Cherry Creek Schools🍍🛎️🌎

📣 We're Hiring! 📣The Cherry Creek Innovation Campus Hospitality & Tourism program is looking for TWO Hospitality & Touri...
05/30/2026

📣 We're Hiring! 📣
The Cherry Creek Innovation Campus Hospitality & Tourism program is looking for TWO Hospitality & Tourism Instructional Specialists to join our team!

This is a unique opportunity for someone interested in hospitality, culinary arts, events, education, or workforce development. You'll work alongside industry professionals and high school students while supporting our cafés, food truck, industry partnerships, and the launch of our new Event Center opening in Fall 2026.

Perfect for:
✔ Hospitality or culinary graduates
✔ Hospitality professionals seeking a better schedule
✔ Recent high school graduates entering the workforce
✔ Future teachers, trainers, managers, or entrepreneurs

💲 $19.63-$28.83/hour
📅 205-day contract
🏥 District benefits
📍 Cherry Creek Innovation Campus (Centennial, CO)
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Wednesday June 3rd

Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eTBZSSE9

If you know someone who would be a great fit, please share!
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Thank you to for coming to speak with our sophomores and juniors this week in at .ccsd 🎉Coach Joe White spoke about th...
05/17/2026

Thank you to for coming to speak with our sophomores and juniors this week in at .ccsd 🎉

Coach Joe White spoke about the power of positive leadership and the impact we can have on others through the way we lead. 🍍

One of the most meaningful moments of the presentation was an activity where students wrote “I Am” statements about themselves and then shared affirmations and observations about one another. Many of the responses were met with reactions like, “I didn’t know I did that for you,” or “I didn’t know people saw me that way.” It was such a powerful reminder of the impact they have on the people around them.

In a world where so many high school friendships can become centered around screens and digital connection, this experience reminded students of the importance of real-life community, encouragement, and authentic friendship. Building strong relationships and a supportive community is such an important part of our program, and Coach White’s presentation beautifully reinforced that for our students.

We are so grateful for industry partners and leaders like Coach White who continue to pour into our students. Our students are hungry to learn, grow, and lead well, and having incredible role models willing to invest their time and wisdom into them makes all the difference. 💛

Coach White was one of Mrs. Dunleavys high school teachers when she attended and then they were coworkers when she got her first teaching job there in 2008! They have stayed connected since then and their relationship continues to positively impact high school students 💕

Today our ProStart 2 students at completed their Dessert Final Practicum, showcasing creativity, precision, and the fou...
04/29/2026

Today our ProStart 2 students at completed their Dessert Final Practicum, showcasing creativity, precision, and the foundational pastry skills they’ve built throughout the semester. From plating and presentation to technique and timing, students demonstrated the hard work and growth they’ve achieved in the kitchen.

A huge thank you to from and and Garrett Richman, Executive Pastry Chef for , for volunteering their time to judge and provide meaningful industry feedback to our students.

We also love seeing the full-circle moments in our program. Kyle was part of Mrs. Dunleavy’s 2018 ProStart Culinary Competition Team from and now serves on the Hospitality Pathway Advisory Board — giving back to the next generation of hospitality professionals. He was also in Chef Rice’s class at 🍍

Such a SWEET day!!

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🎓 Aurora CCSD Seniors — Scholarship Opportunity✨The Spirit of Hospitality Scholarship is open for graduating CCSD senio...
04/23/2026

🎓 Aurora CCSD Seniors — Scholarship Opportunity✨

The Spirit of Hospitality Scholarship is open for graduating CCSD seniors pursuing hospitality, tourism, marketing, or culinary arts.

💰 $3,500 Scholarship
📍 Must be an Aurora resident (verified through PowerSchool)
📅 Deadline: THIS Friday, April 24, 2026 at 4 PM

🔗Application Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10hi3pIqq07DN49fh5wqfBPkd_HTzvFtv/edit?usp=drivesdk&ouid=107706288523619935242&rtpof=true&sd=true

📧 Questions: [email protected]

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Thank you Colorado ProStart® program director Lexi Nines for coming into the CCIC Hospitality & Tourism ProStart 1/2 pro...
04/15/2026

Thank you Colorado ProStart® program director Lexi Nines for coming into the CCIC Hospitality & Tourism ProStart 1/2 program today to discuss the new Bridge program!

The new Bridge program is a 4, 6, or 12 week paid internship program for 16 & 17 year old students to get a ‘taste’ of apprenticeship before making a long term commitment through a Colorado Restaurant Association & Foundation registered apprenticeship (17 years old & older).

Apprenticeships are a great way for students to “earn while they learn”- students can email Lexi for more info, visit their booth at the Career and Technical Education in Cherry Creek Schools Career Fair on 4/16 at the Cherry Creek Innovation Campus or check out their website!

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Thank you to Marshall M Moore for visiting CCIC Hospitality & Tourism yesterday to help wrap up their final chapter of c...
04/14/2026

Thank you to Marshall M Moore for visiting CCIC Hospitality & Tourism yesterday to help wrap up their final chapter of curriculum from American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI) 🎉

Grateful for Junior Achievement-Rocky Mountain and the industry connections we have made over the years!

Cherry Creek Innovation Campus On Tap Credit Union

So grateful to welcome , founder of , to speak with our Resort & Event Management students and Hospitality Leadership ...
03/31/2026

So grateful to welcome , founder of , to speak with our Resort & Event Management students and Hospitality Leadership interns from

Cari shared her incredible entrepreneurship journey—from:
pastor ➡️ speaker ➡️ author ➡️ consultant ➡️ mentor ➡️ small business owner & event specialist.

Her story is a powerful reminder that careers aren’t always linear… they’re built on passion, purpose, and people.

Having known Mrs. Dunleavy for over 25 years, Cari truly lives and breathes hospitality—and it showed in every moment with our students.

Students didn’t just listen… they created. During her session, they designed their own event while thinking beyond logistics and focusing on intentional hospitality—how guests feel, connect, and experience each moment.

Even more impactful, Cari extended real-world opportunities for students to get involved in upcoming events, support her social media, and receive mentorship from her 👏

This is what authentic, heart-led leadership looks like in action. Thank you, Cari, for pouring into our students and helping them see what’s possible! 💛 You were adored.

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Congratulations to all the participants in the first ever Culinary and Baking & Pastry Competition held at the .ccsd 🧑🏽...
03/29/2026

Congratulations to all the participants in the first ever Culinary and Baking & Pastry Competition held at the .ccsd 🧑🏽‍🍳🧑🏻‍🍳

Huge shoutout to for leading the way, to Chef Rice and the team for helping with competition logistics, and to all of the judges who generously volunteered their time on Saturday!

First place 🥇in Baking & Pastry went to Olivia, and first place 🥇in Culinary Arts went to Kevin, both from Chef Rice’s ProStart 1/2 representing CCIC!

Congratulations to all competitors for your hard work and for helping launch this exciting first year of Culinary!

Very proud of the team earning 2nd place in our first year competing at the 11th annual Young Escoffier Competition in...
03/29/2026

Very proud of the team earning 2nd place in our first year competing at the 11th annual Young Escoffier Competition in Boulder!

The students prepared Sole Walewska with sautéed asparagus and rice pilaf—this competition is unique because all teams prepare the same dish, so the judging is based on their culinary technique, teamwork, sanitation, communication, and overall dish presentation/ flavor.

We were also proud to have a second team represent CCIC and step into the competition with confidence and professionalism. Both teams, from Mrs. Dunleavy’s ProStart 1/2 classes rose to the challenge and represented the .ccsd at a high level.

Way to represent CCIC AND CCSD- so proud of you all! 👏🍽️🔥

11/19/2025

🌟 Hospitality Leadership Experience (HLE) Hotel Rotation! 🌟

Our Hospitality Leadership Experience interns kicked off an exciting one-month rotation at the Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center! 🏨

Students will gain firsthand insight into the inner workings of a full-service hotel as they explore key departments, including:
💼 Sales & Marketing
🎉 Event Management
🛏️ Rooms Division
🤝 Human Resources
…and more!

This incredible opportunity allows students to see hospitality leadership in action while building valuable industry knowledge and professional connections. 👏

A huge thank you to the Hyatt Regency DTC team and their leadership for making this experience possible — and a special shoutout to CCIC alumni student Jonathan Leon Alfaro for helping coordinate and support this amazing partnership! 🙌


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