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.
NEWS & EVENTS
Sign-up Now for STEAM! F.U.T.U.R.E. 2024, Our Financial Literacy Course for Grades 6-12
STEAM! F.U.T.U.R.E. is an interactive, online program via Zoom for middle & high school students. The classes will be conducted online using Zoom, so students must have access to a laptop or desktop computer with a camera and internet access to participate. The program is offered tuition-free.
Help Us Raise $15,000 for Colorado Gives Day!
This year, you can support Colorado Futuretek through Colorado Gives Day! Our campaign begins on November 1, 2024 and ends December 10, 2024. Consider donating to Colorado Futuretek to support our tuition-free programs for youth and senior citizens.
Silver Saturdays Fall 2024 Starts Soon! Sign-Up Now
Colorado Futuretek is once again offering Silver Saturdays Online! Join our self-paced sessions for senior citizens 50+ who want to learn computer basics.
Colorado Futuretek Awards Celebration Showcases Our Students and Seniors
Colorado Futuretek celebrated our amazing students, senior citizens, generous supporters, dedicated instructors, and board members.
STEAM! Takes Students for a Dive into the World of Microsoft 3D and Beyond
Our STEAM! Summer program introduced students in Grades 5-8 to Paint 3D, Minecraft programming, and more in a fun and interactive way.
36 Students Complete SummerTEK 2024, Gaining Knowledge for the Future & Stipends
SummerTEK is our opportunity for high school students to explore careers and acquire technology skills in a supportive and user-friendly environment.
JOHN HENSON FOUNDER’S AWARD FOR STUDENT EXCELLENCE
LEARN ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS
Colorado Futuretek provides programs for high school and middle school students, and senior citizens.
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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.
JOIN OUR STRATEGIC PARTNERS
Help us continue training students across the Denver metro area. Become a Strategic Partner today »
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VIEW OUR PHOTO GALLERIES
See photos of our past programs & events. Click here to see all of our photo galleries.
Resource for High School Students!
This great resource developed by our own SummerTEK Alumni provides valuable information on careers, education, internships and more!
