TRINITY VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DUAL CREDIT MANUAL
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TRINITY VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DUAL CREDIT MANUAL
TRINITY VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DUAL CREDIT MANUAL FOR STUDENTS 2013 - 2014 Table of Contents TVCC Mission Statement ......................................................................................................... 1 TVCC Affirmative Action Statement ......................................................................................... 2 Family Education Rights & Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) ........................................................ 3 Dual Credit Introduction ........................................................................................................ 4-5 Dual Credit Delivery Systems ............................................................................................... 6-7 Difference Between College and High School..................................................................... 8-11 TVCC Policies and Procedures.............................................................................................. 12 Application and Enrollment of High School Students ........................................................ 13-14 Expectations and Responsibilities of the Student ................................................................... 15 Grades.............................................................................................................................. 16-17 Admissions Committee, Scholastic Probation, Scholastic Suspension................................... 18 Attendance & Absence Policy ................................................................................................ 19 Cheating/Plagiarism Policy .................................................................................................... 20 Adding and/or Dropping Courses ........................................................................................... 21 Testing .............................................................................................................................. 22-24 Bacterial Meningitis ................................................................................................................ 25 TVCC Student Services .................................................................................................... 26-29 Cardinal Connection ......................................................................................................... 30-32 ECourses/Blackboard ............................................................................................................ 32 Contacts ................................................................................................................................ 33 Appendix................................................................................................................................ 34 TVCC Concurrent Student Check Lists ............................................................................ 35-36 TVCC Application Supplement for Current High School Student ............................................ 37 TVCC Dual Credit Costs ........................................................................................................ 38 Bacterial Meningitis Information Form ................................................................................... 39 ii TRINITY VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE MISSION STATEMENT Trinity Valley Community College is a learning-centered college that provides quality academic, workforce and community service programs to meet the educational needs of our students and the citizens of our service area. TRINITY VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE STATEMENT OF PURPOSE Trinity Valley Community College exists for the following purposes: To prepare students for transfer to upper-level institutions by offering a core curriculum of freshman and sophomore courses in the arts and sciences; To prepare students for employment through completion of academic and workforce programs leading to an Associate of Arts Degree, an Associate of Applied Science Degree, or a Certificate of Completion; To help disadvantaged students develop educational skills leading to academic success; To provide continuing adult education programs for occupational or cultural enrichment; To provide workforce education programs leading directly to employment in semi-skilled and skilled occupations; To support and promote workforce development programs designed to meet local and statewide needs; To offer a comprehensive student development services program, including counseling and guidance; and To provide literacy and other basic skills programs for adults. 1 AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT Recruitment, hiring, promotions, training, lay-offs, termination, rate of pay, and other forms of compensation; the recruitment and admission of students; the availability of student loans, grants, and scholarships; the opportunity to participate in student activities; the provision of student services; the use of college housing; and the operation of any programs and activities shall be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran’s status. TVCC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution which provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination or harassment in full compliance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 503, 504); Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; the Vietnam Era Veterans Assistance Act of 1974; Article 522lk V.A.C.S.; and Executive Orders 11246 and 11758. TVCC will take steps to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs. Questions or problems related to Title IX and Section 504 compliance activities should be directed to the Affirmative Action Officer in the Human Resource Department, 100 Cardinal Drive, Athens, Texas, 75751 (903-675-6215). The effective date of this catalog is the beginning of the 2012 fall semester. A student must graduate by August 31, 2017, to be eligible for graduation under the provisions of this catalog. 2 FAMILY EDUCATION RIGHTS & PRIVACY ACT OF 1974 In compliance with the Texas “Open Records” Act and the Buckley Amendment (Public Law 93-579), TVCC will consider the following information to be “public or directory information” unless the individual student properly advises the registrar’s office in writing that his/her name not be included or released as public information: Name Date and place of birth Current & permanent address Telephone listing Major & minor Current class schedule Number of hours enrolled current semester Classification Marital status E-mail address Degrees & awards received Dates of attendance Participation in officially recognized activities & sports Weight & height of members of athletic teams All previous educational agencies or institutions attended TVCC administration, counselors, staff, and instructors are allowed to communicate with the individual student, the high school counselor, high school administration, and the Dual Credit High School Liaison regarding student progress, grades, student schedule, student attendance, tuition owed, etc. TVCC employees are not allowed to discuss individual students with anyone, including parents. TVCC staff will communicate to the high school, where parents may request information from the high school staff regarding students’ dual credit courses. Contact the TVCC Registrar’s Office regarding waivers. 3 DUAL CREDIT INTRODUCTION This manual is a guide for students as they begin their dual credit education at Trinity Valley Community College. By no means is this all of the information students will need to be successful. The Trinity Valley Community College Catalog should be consulted for questions, as well as the Trinity Valley Community College website. The catalog can be found at http://www2.tvcc.edu/catalogs/default.aspx?zoneid=715&deptid=249 and the college homepage is http://www2.tvcc.edu/. Dual credit refers to the process by which a high school student enrolls in a college course and receives simultaneous credit for the course from both the college and the high school. Dual credit courses include both academic courses as well as technical courses. Concurrent enrollment refers to the process by which an eligible high school student enrolls in college-level academic or technical courses while still enrolled in high school and receives college credit without receiving high school credit for these courses. High school students residing in the TVCC service area may be eligible to receive dual credit toward high school graduation for successfully completing certain TVCC courses. Dual credit courses can be offered at the high school campus during regular high school hours, via Internet or ITV, or on any of the TVCC campuses. High school students may enroll in dual credit courses once they have successfully completed their sophomore year of high school; received permission from their parent/guardian and high school counselor; submitted an official high school transcript; completed all TVCC admissions requirements and prerequisites for courses they wish to take; met the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements; and taken any required placement tests prior to enrollment or submitted acceptable exemption scores on the ACT, SAT, STAAR, or TAKS (10th or 11th) test. All beginning dual credit students are limited to two courses per semester as per THECB/TEA policy. Returning dual credit students may take more than two courses per semester IF approved by the Vice President of Instruction, recommended by the high school counselor, and have maintained at least a 3.0 or “B” average in TVCC courses. Dual credit students may have a tuition waiver on two courses per semester. The TVCC Dual Credit program is approved to offer over fifty-percent of the AA and/or AAS degree on nine high school campuses. High school students taking TVCC courses will conduct themselves as college students as expected in a collegiate classroom environment. Statutory authority for concurrent enrollment and dual credit is contained in the Texas Administrative Code 4.81 – 4.85 and 74.25. How does Dual Credit work? Students begin by consulting their high school counselor to determine if dual credit courses are available and if the student is eligible for enrollment. Students must demonstrate college readiness through standardized test results and achieve the appropriate scores for Dual credit admission. Students must meet all TVCC admission requirements and the prerequisites for each course. High school counselors help students with the TVCC admission, enrollment, and registration process. 4 Benefits of Being a Dual Enrollment Student Creates a continuum of learning from high school to college Allows you to progress toward your next college goal without having to wait until your high school graduation Allows you to earn college credits while attending high school that may apply toward graduation at TVCC or another college or university Shortens the time required for you to complete an undergraduate degree Eliminates the duplication of courses taken in high school and college such as English or History Sharpens your general academic preparedness for college Provides access to all that TVCC offers: the Learning Center, the Library, the Bookstore, even a student id (which can provide you with great benefits) Lowers the cost for college by sometimes having your tuition covered Increases flexibility in scheduling courses at the four-year schools, and may provide opportunities for semester long internship experiences or study abroad What subjects are available? Only courses as permitted by TAC 19, Part 1, Chapter 4, Subchapter D, §4.85 ("THECB Rules"), may be used for dual credit. Courses approved for dual credit for a high school student must be applicable to a college or university certificate or degree. TVCC offers a wide selection of courses to dual credit students at the three TVCC campuses, high schools, and in several different formats. Students must consult with the high school counselor about which subjects are available and most appropriate for graduation requirements, but the most common subjects have been the TVCC Core Subjects. These include, but are not limited to English, Government, Math, and History. Other selections may include courses in Fine Arts, Speech, Economics, Sciences, and Workforce Training areas. Kinesiology (PE) courses are not available to Dual credit students due to State of Texas funding restrictions for those courses. University Interscholastic League (UIL) TVCC encourages the student to consult the Constitution and Contest Rules of the UIL concerning eligibility for course work beyond high school level in subject areas in which the student may participate in UIL. Under UIL rules, taking college courses in a field of study in which the student may compete in UIL may disqualify a student from competition. TVCC Partner School Districts Taxing district schools include: Athens, Athens Christian Preparatory, Brownsboro, Chandler, Crandall, Cross Roads, Eustace, Frankston, Kaufman, Kemp, LaPoynor, Mabank, Malakoff, Murchison, Palestine, Poetry Community Christian, Scurry-Rosser, Terrell, and Trinidad. Tax-Paying schools include: Canton, Cayuga, Edgewood, Elkhart, Forney, North Forney, Fruitvale, Martins Mill, Neches, Rains, Slocum, Westwood, and Wills Point. 5 DUAL CREDIT DELIVERY SYSTEMS Courses may be delivered using a variety of methods as listed below. College Campus - A high school student earns both high school and college credit for a course taught on the college campus. The high school student will attend class with college students. High school counselors work with TVCC Dual Credit to enroll students in class times that fit within the school day, or TVCC provides college courses at night. High School Campus - A high school student earns both high school and college credit for a course taught in the high school facility, with an embedded high school instructor. The instructor must meet all qualifications for faculty teaching each respective course on the college campus and be approved by the appropriate TVCC department. Distance Education - The Unites States Distance Learning Association defines distance learning as “The acquisition of knowledge and skills through mediated information and instruction, encompassing all technologies and other forms of learning at a distance.” Distance learning at Trinity Valley Community College offers opportunities for students to further their education goals when employment, family responsibilities or other scheduling or distance problems prevent regular attendance on one of the college’s campuses. TVCC’s distance learning program utilizes Internet or Web-based courses and two-way live instructional television to provide online degrees. Online courses use the Blackboard course management system. Specific login instructions for Blackboard may be obtained from the distance learning office. Students should note that many TVCC distance learning courses may require major examinations to be taken in a proctored environment either at designated testing centers or through approved proctors. This may result in students having to travel to their nearest TVCC campus for exams. For information about Distance Learning at TVCC please visit our website at www.tvcc.edu/depts/dist.learning or email us at [email protected] Internet courses include a $30.00 internet fee for each individual distance learning courses. o Online Course - An online course is completed entirely over the Internet. Dual credit students earn both high school and college credit. A high school student may enroll in an online course integrated with college students and participate independently at home. A high school student may enroll in an online course composed of only high school students and dedicated to dual credit. The high school may arrange for a group of students to meet in a computer lab and participate in an online course with a high school liaison present. Students are encouraged to participate in an online assessment to assess their compatibility with online college courses before they enroll. A report is provided at the conclusion of the assessment. Go this webpage: http://www2.tvcc.edu/distanceed/article.aspx?deptid=151&zoneid=135&articleid=218 6 o Interactive Video Course - Students will participate in a class taught in an interactive classroom at the high school campus. The instructor will be a TVCC faculty member who is teaching from a TVCC site or an embedded high school instructor teaching from another high school. 7 HOW IS COLLEGE DIFFERENT FROM HIGH SCHOOL? FOLLOWING THE RULES IN HIGH SCHOOL CHOOSING RESPONSIBLY IN COLLEGE * High school is mandatory and usually free. * College is voluntary and expensive. * Your time is structured by others. * You manage your own time. * You need permission to participate in extracurricular activities * You must decide whether to participate in cocurricular activities. * You can count on parents and teachers to remind you of your responsibilities and to guide you in setting priorities. * You must balance your responsibilities and set priorities. You will face moral and ethical decisions you have never faced before. * Each day you proceed from one class directly to another, spending 6 hours each day--30 hours a week--in class. * You often have hours between classes; class times vary throughout the day and evening and you spend only 12 to 16 hours each week in class * Most of your classes are arranged for you. * You arrange your own schedule in consultation with your adviser. Schedules tend to look lighter than they really are. * You are not responsible for knowing what it takes to graduate. * Graduation requirements are complex, and differ from year to year. You are expected to know those that apply to you. * Guiding principle: You will usually be told what to do and corrected if your behavior is out of line. * Guiding principle: You are expected to take responsibility for what you do and don't do, as well as for the consequences of your decisions. GOING TO HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES SUCCEEDING IN COLLEGE CLASSES * The school year is 36 weeks long; some classes extend over both semesters and some don't. * The academic year is divided into two separate 15-week semesters, plus a week after each semester for exams. * Classes generally have no more than 35 students. * Classes may number 100 students or more. * You may study outside class as little as 0 to 2 hours a week, and this may be mostly last-minute test preparation. * You need to study at least 2 to 3 hours outside of class for each hour in class. * You seldom need to read anything more than once, and sometimes listening in class is enough. * You need to review class notes and text material regularly. * You are expected to read short assignments that are then discussed, and often re-taught, in class. * You are assigned substantial amounts of reading and writing which may not be directly addressed in class. 8 * Guiding principle: You will usually be told in class what you need to learn from assigned readings. * Guiding principle: It's up to you to read and understand the assigned material; lectures and assignments proceed from the assumption that you've already done so. HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS COLLEGE PROFESSORS * Teachers check your completed homework. * Professors may not always check completed homework, but they will assume you can perform the same tasks on tests. * Teachers remind you of your incomplete work. * Professors may not remind you of incomplete work. * Teachers approach you if they believe you need assistance. * Professors are usually open and helpful, but most expect you to initiate contact if you need assistance. * Teachers are often available for conversation before, during, or after class. * Professors expect and want you to attend their scheduled office hours. * Teachers have been trained in teaching methods to assist in imparting knowledge to students. * Professors have been trained as experts in their particular areas of research. * Teachers provide you with information you missed when you were absent. * Professors expect you to get from classmates any notes from classes you missed. * Teachers present material to help you understand the material in the textbook. * Professors may not follow the textbook. Instead, to amplify the text, they may give illustrations, provide background information, or discuss research about the topic you are studying. Or they may expect you to relate the classes to the textbook readings. * Teachers often write information on the board to be copied in your notes. * Professors may lecture nonstop, expecting you to identify the important points in your notes. When professors write on the board, it may be to amplify the lecture, not to summarize it. Good notes are a must. * Teachers impart knowledge and facts, sometimes drawing direct connections and leading you through the thinking process. * Professors expect you to think about and synthesize seemingly unrelated topics. * Teachers often take time to remind you of assignments and due dates. * Professors expect you to read, save, and consult the course syllabus (outline); the syllabus spells out exactly what is expected of you, when it is due, and how you will be graded. * Teachers carefully monitor class attendance. * Professors may not formally take roll, but they are still likely to know whether or not you attended. 9 * Guiding principle: High school is a teaching environment in which you acquire facts and skills. * Guiding principle: College is a learning environment in which you take responsibility for thinking through and applying what you have learned. TESTS IN HIGH SCHOOL TESTS IN COLLEGE * Testing is frequent and covers small amounts of material. * Testing is usually infrequent and may be cumulative, covering large amounts of material. You, not the professor, need to organize the material to prepare for the test. A particular course may have only 2 or 3 tests in a semester. * Makeup tests are often available. * Makeup tests are seldom an option; if they are, you need to request them. * Teachers frequently rearrange test dates to avoid conflict with school events. * Professors in different courses usually schedule tests without regard to the demands of other courses or outside activities. * Teachers frequently conduct review sessions, pointing out the most important concepts. * Professors rarely offer review sessions, and when they do, they expect you to be an active participant, one who comes prepared with questions. * Guiding principle: Mastery is usually seen as the ability to reproduce what you were taught in the form in which it was presented to you, or to solve the kinds of problems you were shown how to solve. * Guiding principle: Mastery is often seen as the ability to apply what you've learned to new situations or to solve new kinds of problems. GRADES IN HIGH SCHOOL GRADES IN COLLEGE * Grades are given for most assigned work. * Grades may not be provided for all assigned work. * Consistently good homework grades may raise your overall grade when test grades are low. * Grades on tests and major papers usually provide most of the course grade. * Extra credit projects are often available to help you raise your grade. * Extra credit projects cannot, generally speaking, be used to raise a grade in a college course. * Initial test grades, especially when they are low, may not have an adverse effect on your final grade. * Watch out for your first tests. These are usually "wake-up calls" to let you know what is expected--but they also may account for a substantial part of your course grade. You may be shocked when you get your grades. * You may graduate as long as you have * You may graduate only if your average in 10 passed all required courses with a grade of D or higher. classes meets the departmental standard-typically a 2.0 or C. * Guiding principle: "Effort counts." Courses are usually structured to reward a "good-faith effort." * Guiding principle: "Results count." Though "good-faith effort" is important in regard to the professor's willingness to help you achieve good results, it will not substitute for results in the grading process. HOW TO MAKE THE TRANSITION TO COLLEGE Take control of your own education: think of yourself as a scholar. Get to know your professors; they are your single greatest resource. Be assertive. Create your own support systems, and seek help when you realize you may need it. Take control of your time. Plan ahead to satisfy academic obligations and make room for everything else. Stretch yourself: enroll in at least one course that really challenges you. Make thoughtful decisions: don't take a course just to satisfy a requirement, and don't drop any course too quickly. Think beyond the moment: set goals for the semester, the year, your college career. Adapted and Used by Permission From: Southern Methodist University, A-LEC Center 11 TVCC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 12 APPLICATION AND ENROLLMENT OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS To be eligible for enrollment in dual credit courses offered, students must have at least junior year high school standing. Exceptions to this requirement for students with demonstrated outstanding academic performance and capability (as evidenced by grade-point average, PSAT/NMSQT scores, STAAR, PLAN or other assessment indicators) must be approved by the high school principal or counselor and TVCC Vice President of Instruction. Applicants to dual credit and concurrent and early admission programs must submit the following documents: TVCC Application for Admission form (first-time students) TVCC Application Supplement for Current High School Student form (each semester) Current High School Transcript (first time students) *Official TSI test results (most current) Proof of Bacterial Meningitis shot that is not more than five years old if taking internet or classes on one of the TVCC campuses. According to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, a high school student must have completed their sophomore year and shall not enroll in more than two college credit courses each semester without prior approval from the Vice President of Instruction. The TVCC Sophomore Exception Procedure is: a. Student must be TSI Complete on all sections (Reading, Writing, and Math) of the TSI Assessment Tool (i.e. SAT, ACT, STAAR, TSI Assessment) b. Student must possess a GPA of an 80 or above c. Student must present an original signed letter of recommendation from the high school counselor or the high school principal d. Student must meet all TVCC admission requirements e. Student must meet with TVCC officials for an interview f. Students are only allowed to enroll in a maximum of two (2) courses while they are Sophomores Student must provide the following documentation: a. Most recent test scores b. Copy of high school transcript c. Letter of recommendation from counselor or principal Beginning dual credit students may obtain special approval from the Vice President of Instruction to take three courses per semester if the student has maintained at least a 3.0 GPA or B average at the high school. Returning students may obtain special approval from the Vice President of Instruction to take more than two courses per semester if the student has maintained at least a 3.0 GPA or B average in TVCC courses. The awarding of high school credit for graduation is at the discretion and approval of the District. 13 Criteria for Home-Schooled Students Home-Schooled students must meet all aforementioned requirements for admission and registration. For more information, contact: Registrar’s Office at 903.675.6306, or Director of Dual Credit at 903.675.6338 Payment Process Tuition The cost of tuition and fees will be based on the current Trinity Valley Community College tuition and fee schedule for eligible dual credit courses. Students will have tuition waived on up to two courses that are offered for dual credit per semester. Students will be responsible for payment of fees and books. For 2013- 2014, students who reside in the TVCC taxing district pay a General Fee of $42.00 per semester hour. Students who reside outside the TVCC taxing district pay a General Fee of $42.00 per semester hour, as well as an Out-of-District Fee of $48.00 per semester hour. Additional fees, dependent upon the course, include internet and lab fees. Payment of Tuition and Fees A student or parent may make full payment in person by cash, check, money order, MasterCard, Visa, or Discover Credit Cards. A student or parent may also enroll in an Online Tuition/Fee Payment and Installment Plan, through Cardinal Connection. Dual credit students will be dropped from courses for non-payment of tuition and/or fees. For more information, go to http://www2.tvcc.edu/businessservices/zone.aspx?deptid=220&zoneid=519. Textbooks Textbooks can be purchased at the TVCC Bookstore or may be purchased online, at various websites. To access information regarding textbooks for your course, please go to http://www.bkstr.com/CategoryDisplay/10001-9604-131905-1 . 14 EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE STUDENT 1. A dual credit course is a college course in all respects. The curriculum and teaching methods are the same as used in other college courses. Students will be expected to conduct themselves as college students, and regular academic policies applicable to courses taught at the college's main campus also apply to dual credit courses. See the TVCC College Catalog at http://www.tvcc.edu/catalog/. 2. To prepare for college course assignments, all college students should expect to invest at least as much time out-of-class as in-class reading and studying. All students should schedule more study time when they have an exam or when projects are due. 3. High school courses may not address the same controversial issues or subject matter as a college course. Dual credit students should be prepared to participate in college level class discussions. 4. The instructor is available to answer any questions a student may have. If students have any concerns about their performance in the course or are not sure of an assignment, the student should speak with the instructor. 5. The student should pay careful attention to the instructor’s system for assigning grades. The instructor’s grading system is covered in the course syllabus which is distributed at the beginning of each course. a. Do not expect to repeat work in order to improve a grade. b. Do not expect to do extra work to bring up a low grade. c. Do not expect to receive extra credit for attendance. 6. High school extra-curricular activities may conflict with a Dual Credit course. Students are responsible for all materials related to the course whether or not they are in class the day the information is given or the assignment is made. Students will need to talk to their instructor to make arrangements for receiving handouts, classroom information, obtaining lecture notes, or turning in work. Parents and students should seriously discuss priorities before and during enrollment in a dual credit course. Keep in mind, an absence is defined as “a student not being in class”. Students must notify TVCC instructors of standardized testing (STAAR, etc.) schedules and make arrangements for assignments and/or exams. 7. While taking courses through TVCC, the student must adhere to all college policies and regulations contained in the college catalog, student handbook, class schedule, and course syllabus. 8. Students will access the course syllabus to review course requirements, expectations, assignments, testing, textbooks, and other pertinent information before the course begins. Online syllabi can be accessed via the TVCC Online Schedule at http://wwwapps.tvcc.edu/ClassSched1/?viewSyllabus=false. 15 GRADES The level of success achieved by a student in his or her course work is designated by letter grades based upon attendance, class work and examinations. A — Excellent (90-100) B — Good (80-89) C — Fair (70-79) D — Poor (passing) (60-69) I— Incomplete IP — In Progress F — Failure (Below 60) W — Withdrew - instructor or student initiated drop Grades will be posted and available for students on the TVCC website within three days after the end of the semester. Grades will not be mailed to students. Students can access grades through the TVCC Cardinal Connect System. An I (Incomplete) is given when illness, or other emergency, prevents the student from completing the course. The grade of I is typically given only after the official college drop deadline. The incomplete grade should be removed during the next long semester by contacting the professor and satisfactorily completing the incomplete assignments. In some circumstances, special arrangements for an extension of time with the professor may be made. (The grade of I is calculated into the grade point average as 0 grade points.) The grade of D will not transfer to most senior colleges. The policy on the transfer of Ds varies with each senior college. Please check with the senior college you may attend for transferability. The grade of IP (In Progress) may only be given to students enrolled in developmental courses and is non-punitive. The IP grade requires the student to re-enroll in the developmental class until the student’s skills reach the level needed to succeed in college-level courses. A student who officially withdraws or drops from one or more courses will receive the grade of W if such withdrawal is completed by the deadline specified in the college calendar. Please be aware there may be financial aid and scholarship ramifications when dropping a class. Students will NOT be allowed to drop a developmental course nor will the instructor be able to withdraw a student from the course. Students will receive a grade of an A, B, C, or F in all developmental courses. Dual credit course grades will be included on the TVCC student transcript and will follow the student throughout their college career. Dual credit course grades do affect students’ grade point average (GPA). Students will not be allowed to appeal grades recorded on permanent records after one year from the date the grade was recorded. Selected health occupations courses in Surgical Technology, Associate Degree Nursing, Vocational Nursing, Patient Care Technology and Emergency Medical Technology programs, which are required for graduation or certification, use the following grading scale for theory courses. Grading for clinical courses is explained in each course syllabus. A — 90 100 B — 80 89 C — 75 - 79 D — 65 74 (not passing) F — Below 65 (not passing) 16 A grade of D and F in the music field of study is not considered passing. Please see the music course descriptions that use this grading criterion. Courses in the music field of study use the following grading rubric: A—90-100 B—80-89 C—70-79 D—60-69 (not passing) F—below 60 (not passing) 17 ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE The purpose of the Admissions Committee is to hear the appeals of students who are on scholastic probation or suspension. The Appeals Committee meets prior to the beginning of each semester. The Admissions Committee reviews admissions criteria on an annual basis. SCHOLASTIC PROBATION If a student’s cumulative grade point average falls below 2.0, the student will be placed on probation. The student must meet with the Admissions Committee before registering for the next semester. The purpose of the Committee is to determine the best course of action to help the student succeed. Therefore, the Committee will specify the conditions under which the student will be allowed to register for the next semester. These conditions may consist of assigning the student a monitor for the semester, designating the courses the student must take, limiting the number of semester credit hours or other requirements as determined by the Committee. The student must comply with the conditions and requirements specified by the Committee, or the student will be subject to dismissal from the College. SCHOLASTIC SUSPENSION A student who is on scholastic probation and who fails to attain a 2.0 cumulative G.P.A. will be placed on scholastic suspension and may be denied readmission to the College for the next semester. The student may appeal this action to the Admissions Committee if there are extenuating circumstances that may have affected his or her ability to achieve a 2.0 G.P.A. The Admissions Committee may prescribe specific courses, limit the number of semester credit hours and assign a monitor to whom the student must report on a scheduled basis. A student who does not follow the requirements as specified by the Committee will be subject to dismissal from the College. After the period of scholastic suspension, the student may be readmitted on scholastic probation with the approval of the Admissions Committee. Should the student again fail to meet the requirements for removal from probation, the student will be placed on scholastic suspension for one calendar year. The student may be admitted only upon the approval of the Admissions Committee. A student who is on academic suspension from another institution is ineligible for admission to Trinity Valley Community College unless approval from the Admissions Committee has been given. 18 ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCE POLICY Responsibility for class attendance rests with the student. Regular and punctual attendance at all classes is expected. When a student has a legitimate reason for being absent, the instructor has the option of permitting the student to make up work missed and may require an explanation for the absence. The college reserves the right to evaluate individual cases of nonattendance. In general, students are graded on the basis of intellectual effort and performance. In many cases, class participation is a significant measure of performance, and nonattendance can adversely affect a student’s grade. When, in the judgment of the instructor, a student has been absent to such a degree as to jeopardize the chances of success in the course, the instructor may recommend to the Guidance and Counseling office that the student be dropped from the course. However, instructors are not required to drop students from a course. To provide some consistency to the attendance policy, instructors may drop students for nonattendance after they have accumulated the following number of absences: FALL OR SPRING SEMESTER 9 absences — Monday, Wednesday, Friday classes 6 absences — Tuesday, Thursday classes 6 absences — Monday, Wednesday classes 3 absences — Classes meeting one time per week SUMMER SEMESTER 2 absences — Classes meeting 2 evenings per week 4 absences — Classes meeting 4 days per week It is the student’s responsibility to officially drop a course or verify that the instructor has initiated the drop procedure. Students will NOT be allowed to drop a developmental course nor will the instructor be able to withdraw a student from the course. Students will receive a grade of an A, B, C, or F in all developmental courses. 19 CHEATING/PLAGIARISM POLICY Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to, cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion. “Cheating on a test” shall include: a. Copying from another student’s test paper b. Using test materials not authorized by the person administering the test c. Collaborating with or seeking aid from another student during a test without permission from the test administrator d. Knowingly using, buying, selling, stealing, or soliciting, in whole or in part, the contents of an un-administered test e. The unauthorized transporting or removal, in whole or in part, of the contents of the unadministered test f. Substituting for another student, or permitting another student to substitute for oneself, to take a test, and g. Bringing another person to obtain an un-administered test or information about an unadministered test. “Plagiarism” shall be defined as the appropriating, buying, receiving as a gift, or obtaining by any means another’s work and the unacknowledged submission or incorporation of it in one’s own written work. “Collusion” shall be defined as the unauthorized collaboration with another person in preparing written work for fulfillment of course requirements. Instructors define their own classroom policy regarding cheating/plagiarism and what the punishment shall be. Punishment might include receiving a failing grade on the assignment, receiving a failing grade in the course, or others. 20 ADDING AND/OR DROPPING COURSES Students may receive permission from the Guidance and Counseling Center to change from one class to another only during the time designated in the college calendar. After classes begin, schedule change procedures must be initiated in the Guidance Center. Appropriate signatures must be secured and the Schedule Change form must be returned to the Registrar’s office before the change is official. No course may be changed or added after the date designated by the college calendar. A student who officially withdraws or drops from one or more courses will receive the grade of W if such withdrawal is completed by the deadline specified in the college calendar. Dual credit students are not allowed to drop a course using the online procedure. Dual credit students must discuss dropping a course with their high school counselor before the process begins. Dropping a course will affect a students’ high school graduation plan and it is imperative the high school is aware. Also, once a student drops a course, a “W” will stand on their college transcript. If a student feels overwhelmed, un-prepared, or is failing a course, a consultation with the high school counselor to discuss dropping options needs to take place as soon as possible. It is the student’s responsibility to officially withdraw from a course or verify that the instructor has initiated the withdrawal procedure. Contact the Director of Dual Credit for more information. 21 TESTING TEXAS SUCCESS INITIATIVE PROGRAM (TSI)* The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) was mandated by Texas law in 2003 and went into effect in September of 2003. The purpose of TSI is to ensure that all students enrolling in public higher education in Texas possess the academic skills needed to perform effectively in college-level coursework. TSI includes a testing component designed to identify and provide diagnostic information about the reading, writing and mathematics skills of each student. The state approved assessment instrument is the TSI Assessment. The cut scores for College Readiness are: 1. 2. 3. Math: 350 Reading: 351 Writing: a. Essay: 5 OR b. 4 with Multiple Choice score of 363 A student may be exempted from the requirement to take the approved TSI Assessment if the student meets one of the following circumstances: 1. Meets or exceeds qualifying standards on the ACT, SAT, or TAKS tests. a. ACT: Composite score of 23 with a minimum score of 19 on both English and math is required for full exemption. Scores may be no more than five years old. b. SAT: Composite score of 1070 with a minimum score of 500 on both reading and math is required for full exemption. Scores may be no more than five years old. c. STAAR: Algebra II – Level 3 and English III – Level 3. d. *TAKS: A math score of 2200 or higher and a score of 2200 or higher on ELA with a writing sub score of 3 or 4. Scores may be no more than three years old. (For Senior students in Fall 2013) 2. Partial TSI exemption a. Students who meet one of the following testing criteria can be partially exempt from the TSI requirements: i. ACT Reading & Writing: Composite score of 23 or higher with a score of 19 or higher on the English subtest. Student must take the math section of a test approved for TSI purposes. ii. ACT Math: Composite score of 23 or higher with a score of 19 or higher on the math subtest. Student must take the reading and writing sections of a test approved for TSI purposes. iii. SAT Reading & Writing: Composite score of 1070 or higher with a score of 500 or higher on the reading subtest. Student must take the math section of a test approved for TSI purposes. iv. SAT Math: A composite score of 1070 or higher, with a score of 500 or higher on the math subtest. Student must take the reading and writing sections of a test approved for TSI purposes. b. Note: The composite score and the subtest scores must be earned on the same test administration. c. ACT and SAT partial exemptions are only valid for tests dated April 2004 or later. 22 3. Exit Level Exemptions (For Senior level students, Fall 2013) a. *Exit Level TAKS Reading & Writing: An ELA score of 2200 or higher with a writing sub score of 3 or 4. Student must take the math section of a test approved for TSI purposes. b. *Exit Level TAKS Math: A math score of 2200 or higher. Student must take the reading and writing sections of a test approved for TSI purposes. c. *Exemptions earned with 11th grade Exit TAKS are permanent. Tenth grade TAKS scores earn a temporary waiver which terminates with high school graduation. At that point, students must have qualifying scores from the Exit Level TAKS, ACT, SAT or scores from an approved test for TSI purposes. For additional information on Texas Success Initiative policies or test dates at TVCC, contact the Testing Center at Athens or the Guidance Centers at Athens, Palestine, or Terrell. PLACEMENT AND CREDIT ON THE BASIS OF ACT/SAT AND ADVANCED PLACEMENT (CEEB) SCORES Students who have ACT, SAT or College Board Advance Placement scores that equal or surpass those listed below may be eligible to receive advance placement and/or credit in English and mathematics. Scores can be no more than five years old. The credits stated below are in accordance with Trinity Valley Community College policies and do not guarantee acceptance by transfer universities. When a student plans to transfer to another institution, it is the student’s responsibility to contact the university to verify acceptance of credit by examination. SAT, ACT AND ADVANCE PLACEMENT SCORES Subject Area Minimum Scores Course Exemption Credit Course Sem. Hours ACT SAT English 29 620 ENGL 1301 ENGL 1301 3 English 32 690 ENGL 1302 ENGL 1302 3 Mathematics 26 560 MATH 1314 MATH 1314 3 Mathematics 30 630 MATH 2312 MATH 2312 3 23 ADVANCED PLACEMENT (CEEB) SCORES AP Exam AP Score Course Credit Sem Hrs. Biology 4 BIOL 1406 4 Calculus AB 3 MATH 2413 4 Calculus BC 3 MATH 2413 4 4 MATH 2413, 2414 8 Chemistry 3 CHEM 1405, 1408 8 Economics - Macro 4 ECON 2301 3 Economics – Micro 4 ECON 2302 3 English Language & Composition 3 ENGL1301 3 ENGL 1301 & 1302 6 ENGL 2332 3 Calculus BC (cont.) English Lang. & Comp. (cont.) 4 or 5 English Literature & Composition 3 English Lit. & Comp. (cont.) 4 or 5 ENGL 2332 & 2333 6 Music Theory 4 or 5 MUSI 1311, 1312, 1116, 1117 8 Piano (non-piano majors only) 4 or 5 MUSI 1181 1 Spanish Language 3 SPAN 1411 & 1412 8 Spanish Language (cont.) 5 SPAN 1411, 1412, 2311 11 Spanish Literature 3 SPAN 2312 3 Statistics 4 MATH 1342 3 Physics B 3 PHYS 1401, 1402 8 Physics C- Mechanics 3 PHYS 1401 4 Physics C - Electricity & Magnetism 3 PHYS 1402 4 4 or 5 PSYC 2301 3 3 GEOG 1302 3 AP Introductory Psychology Human Geography AP U.S. History 4 or 5 HIST 1301/HIST 1302 6 AP U.S. Government/Constitution 4 or 5 GOVT 2305 3 24 BACTERIAL MENINGITIS As of January 1, 2012, Texas state law (Senate Bill 1107) requires that college students under 30 years of age must provide proof of receiving an initial bacterial meningitis vaccination dose or booster within the last 5 years. Dual credit students who are not taking classes on a TVCC campus are exempt from this requirement. Therefore, if students are enrolling only in classes taught on their high school campus, they are not required to show proof of vaccination. However, dual credit students seeking to enroll in a course taught on a TVCC campus or an online course with proctored exams must provide proof of vaccination prior to registration. Exemptions from the vaccine are available in cases in which a physician has determined that receiving the vaccination is not in the best interest of the student, or through completion of the conscientious objection (including religious belief) process through the Texas Department of State Health Services. Visit http://www2.tvcc.edu/cardinalconnection/article.aspx?deptid=206&zoneid=339&articleid=987 for more information. 25 TVCC STUDENT SERVICES 26 GUIDANCE SERVICES The sole purpose of Guidance Services is to enhance and help make relevant the experiences of the student while he or she attends Trinity Valley Community College. The guidance program at Trinity Valley Community College is, therefore, student centered. The chief objective should be the total development of the individual as nearly as possible to the limit of his/her potential. The task of the guidance program is to make all of the resources of the institution known and available to students so that they learn, primarily by their own experiences and efforts, to make wise decisions, to solve their problems independently and to become a well-balanced and increasingly mature person in all aspects of life. Specifically, the guidance program provides services in the following areas: recruiting, testing, counseling (personal, educational, and vocational), registration, orientation, faculty advising and placement. These services are implemented by the program director and the full-time professional counselors, a secretary and student assistant. COUNSELING Individual, academic, vocational and personal counseling is available to all students. As an aid to counseling, tests are administered and interpreted as a means of helping students to better understand themselves and their motives and clarify their objectives. Through the occupational and vocational information provided, students are assisted in selecting the best educational program that is compatible with their ability, interests and aptitude. For those who choose to go on to a university, a plan of courses is designed to correspond with the student’s choice of major and transfer university. As one component of the counseling and guidance program, counselors assist students in planning their programs of study. Fall enrollees receive their program advisement during the summer, provided they have satisfied all admission requirements. Summer advisement is strongly encouraged to ensure adequate advisement time, give the student a better choice of classes and times and possibly eliminate waiting in line during the fall semester registration. STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES AND SPECIAL NEEDS Trinity Valley Community College welcomes the student with academic potential who has a special need as a part of the student body. This institution is committed to assisting qualified students. Trinity Valley Community College provides equal opportunities for academically qualified students with disabilities and ensures access to a wide variety of resources and programs. TVCC is committed to assisting qualified students. For a copy of TVCC's STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES HANDBOOK click /Guidance/files/Student with Disabilities Handbook.pdf. The passage of Section 504, Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 requires that the college make certain special arrangements for students with disabilities such as moving classes to accessible locations when necessary, allowing the use of tape recorders, sign language interpreters, or other educational auxiliary aids, making special test arrangements, etc. This does not mean that less should be required of the student with a disability than of others, but only that reasonable accommodations should be made to ensure that students with a disability have access to an education. The college will make reasonable accommodations for qualified students with a diagnosed physical and/or learning disability who have been admitted to the college and request accommodations. 27 Cardinal Academic Performance Services (CAPS) Office, located in the Baugh Technology Building #320, ph. 903.675.6310 serves as a liaison for students with disabilities. Students not attending the Athens Campus should contact the counselor on the campus they are attending. A Request for Accommodations Form must be completed prior to the beginning of each semester. Appropriate documentation of physical or psycho/educational evaluation or Rehabilitation Agency referral must be submitted before any accommodations can be arranged. This evaluation and/or referral must clearly document the disability and support the need for accommodation. Reasonable accommodation requests and documentation may be subject to review by the ADA Compliance Committee. The deadline for applying for assistance with the CAPS Office is normally four weeks prior to the beginning of the initial semester of enrollment, to allow time to provide adequate coordination of services. The deadline for applying for subsequent continuous semesters of enrollment is two weeks prior to the beginning of regular college registration for that fall or spring semester. PLACEMENT SERVICES The placement office assists TVCC students, ex-students, faculty, staff and community residents in their efforts to choose a career and seek employment. Available services include assistance with job interviewing, job search and the development of resumes and cover letters. The placement office sponsors workshops and job fairs; maintains announcements on job vacancies, credential files and company literature files; and provides information on employers, employment, salaries and supply-and-demand trends. There is no fee for these services. For more information about placement services, please go to: http://www2.tvcc.edu/Guidance/article.aspx?articleid=590&zoneid=58&deptid=138 or call 903-6756343. CARDINAL SUCCESS CENTER Cardinal Success Centers (CSC) are located on the Athens, Palestine and Terrell campuses. Centers provide areas where professional tutoring by faculty, staff, and students is available. Professional tutors donate time weekly to assist students. The tutoring services are free and complement the Cardinal Academic Performance Services (CAPS) peer tutoring program. The Athens Campus CSC is located in the Baugh Technology Center and open during the fall, spring and summer semesters. It provides 50+ computers for academic and personal use, a quiet place for study groups to meet and other resources such as textbooks, calculators, headphones, access to computer-assisted learning, and an assortment of software. A valid student ID card is required for entry. The coordinator, an assistant coordinator and student workers staff the center in Athens; it operates Monday through Friday and for a limited period on Sunday afternoons. Please contact center staff for campus specific services and hours of operation. The CAPS program is designed to provide academic advisement, counseling, tutoring, educational aids and cultural enrichment experiences for TVCC students. 28 The CAPS program will assist students to overcome barriers in the pursuit of furthering their education at TVCC. The program will provide tutorial services, one-on-one and group sessions, individual assessment of special needs, basic study skills instruction, college survival seminars, career guidance and planning, graduate and transfer information, special assistance for handicapped students and programs designed to assist returning adult students. An intensified tutoring assistance program is offered without charge to the eligible student through the CAPS program. Qualified tutors conduct individual and group tutoring sessions in English, math, history, government, science, general business, Spanish, economics, and accounting. STUDENT IDENTIFICATION Student identification cards will be issued to all full-time students. This card entitles students to use the library, post office and game room, and to free admission to athletic contests. The student is liable for the proper use of the activity card until such time as it is reported lost or stolen to the Campus Police Department. A $20.00 fee will be charged for replacing a card. PARKING AND TRAFFIC All vehicles regularly driven on campus by students, staff, faculty and administration must have a current parking permit and must be parked in authorized areas. It is the responsibility of anyone registering a vehicle for campus use to become familiar with the traffic rules and regulations. A copy of these may be obtained from the office of the campus police. LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER (LRC) Trinity Valley Community College has four Learning Resource Centers (LRC). These centers are located on the first floor of the Ginger Murchison Learning Resource Center building on the Athens Campus, in the Anderson Building on the Palestine campus, in the M. L. Risinger Learning Resource Center building on the Terrell campus, and in the Administration Building on the Health Science campus. Generally, all campuses have study areas, circulating books, reference books, reserve materials, study carrels, coin-operated copy machines, newspapers, computers, periodicals, journals and access to online databases. Books are classified by the Library of Congress Classification system and housed in open stacks. Online catalogs are available in each Learning Resource Center for searching the collection. In addition, remote access to the library catalog and online databases is available. For orientation, training and information about online services, see the library staff. Assistance is available to groups or individuals needing help with any of the services. The hours of operation are posted; a current identification card is required for transactions. Books, microfilm, computers and other materials are available for academic research and class assignments. All provided resources are designed for use by the college student for academic use and personal enrichment. 29 CARDINAL CONNECTION Cardinal Connection is your gateway to accessing your Blackboard, Student E-mail (email.tvcc.edu), online resources, and on-campus wireless internet. Plus you can manage your student account information. And soon, there will be even more benefits. See more at: http://www2.tvcc.edu/ITServices/article.aspx?deptid=148&zoneid=93&articleid=150#sthash.K0PSU9I1.dpuf When logging in for the first time, you must: Retrieve your Cardinal ID and TVIN. Create your password. Create your security question. Cardinal ID Your Cardinal ID is the part of your email address before the @ sign. It’s a unique ID that should be fairly easy for you to remember. It will be used to access much of the technology available at TVCC. Who should have a Cardinal ID? Everyone in the TVCC family will have a Cardinal ID. From students to employees, if you have a TVCC.edu email address, you have a Cardinal ID. How can I get my Cardinal ID? Your Cardinal ID is printed on the bottom left-hand corner of your registration receipt just above your TVIN. If that receipt isn’t handy, go to http://www2.tvcc.edu/cardinalconnection/default.aspx?zoneid=339&deptid=206 Activate your Cardinal ID at: https://wwwapps.tvcc.edu/CardinalID1/Recover/Register3.aspx TVIN The TVIN, or Trinity Valley Identification Number, is another unique ID generated by our systems. It will not be very easy to remember, but it’s printed on your new school ID card. The purpose of the TVIN is to serve as a replacement for your social security number and to help guard against identity theft. Your TVIN is the new key to check out books from the library and buy food at the cafeteria among other things. What does the TVIN look like? The TVIN is a seven-digit number following a 2x2x3 format. Example: 66-09-432 Where do I get my TVIN? Your TVIN is printed on the bottom left-hand corner of your registration receipt just below your Cardinal ID. It’s also printed on your school ID card right next to your picture. If you don’t have your receipt or school ID handy, go to https://as400hcc.tvcc.edu/ITCARDID/webfacing/WebFacing.do 30 Cardinal Mail Account Once your Cardinal ID is activated, you will be shuttled to the Cardinal mail system. Just log in with your Cardinal ID and new password and you're in business! If you need assistance you can contact the TVCC Help Desk at https://www.tvcc.edu/FormsProcessor/forms/ or call 903.670.2621. Password strength To keep your privacy secure, our new email system requires what we call a strong password. Here's what your password needs: at least 8 characters cannot include any of your Cardinal ID at least 3 out of four of these: ◦ Uppercase letter o Lowercase letter o Number o Special Characters ( !@#$%^&*() ) When you have met these requirements, your password will be unbreakable and your account will be secure. How can I change my password? On the left hand of this page there is a link to change your password. You will need to log in with your Cardinal ID. At the next page, enter your current password and the scrambled number. Next, enter the new password you've selected in each of the two fields. Be sure to observe password strength requirements shown above. You will receive a message stating whether the change was successful or not; if not please note the exact error message and contact us if you would like assistance. Can I read my Cardinal email from any computer? Yes, as long as the computer has an Internet connection. TVCC uses Microsoft Outlook Web Access, a web-based email program that allows you to access your email through a web browser. What can I do if I forget my password? Just click on the Forgot Password? link and answer the questions you set up when you activated your Cardinal ID. You will be able to set up a new password. How can I send an attachment through Cardinal Mail? To send an attachment through Cardinal Mail you need to start composing your message, then click on the paperclip at the top of the page. Then click on the Browse... button and find the file you want to attach. Click Open on the dialog box, then click the Attach button on the bottom right corner of the dialog box. Now your file is attached. 31 Limits you need to know about: Maximum Attachment size: 5MB Maximum Email size: 10MB including attachments Account sizes: o 80MB - You will receive a warning o 90MB - You will not be able to send o 100MB - You will not be able to send or receive. See more at: http://www2.tvcc.edu/ITServices/article.aspx?deptid=148&zoneid=92&articleid=146#sthash.nH4XkI5P.dpuf DISTANCE EDUCATION/BLACKBOARD The United States Distance Learning Association defines distance learning as “The acquisition of knowledge and skills through mediated information and instruction, encompassing all technologies and other forms of learning at a distance.” Distance learning at Trinity Valley Community College offers opportunities for students to further their education goals when employment, family responsibilities or other scheduling or distance problems prevent regular attendance on one of the college’s campuses. TVCC’s distance learning program utilizes Internet or Web-based courses and two-way live instructional television to provide online degrees. Online courses use the Blackboard course management system. Specific login instructions for Blackboard may be obtained from the distance learning office. Students should note that many TVCC distance learning courses may require major examinations to be taken in a proctored environment either at designated testing centers or through approved proctors. This may result in students having to travel to their nearest TVCC campus for exams. For information about Distance Learning at TVCC please visit our website at www.tvcc.edu/depts/dist.learning or email us at [email protected] Internet courses include a $30.00 internet fee for each individual distance learning courses. Students who are interested in enrolling in an online course are encouraged to complete a survey to assess whether online courses are compatible with your learning style. Please go to http://www2.tvcc.edu/distance-ed/article.aspx?deptid=151&zoneid=135&articleid=218 to take the survey. How to Access your course To access your courses on the first day of the semester in which you are enrolled (they will not be available before then): If you are a new online student you must activate your Cardinal ID BEFORE logging in to your TVCC e-Courses. If you have not activated your Cardinal ID, please visit https://mail.tvcc.edu. For returning students and those who have activated their Cardinal ID: o Visit https://ecourses.tvcc.edu o User name: Cardinal ID o Password: Cardinal ID Password 32 CONTACT INFORMATION Director of Dual Credit Kelley Townsend 903.675.6338 Vice President of Instruction Dr. Jerry King 903.675.6210 Associate Vice President of Academic Instruction Wendy Mays 903.675.6238 Associate Vice President of Workforce Education David McAnally 903.675.6232 TVCC-Kaufman HSC Provost Dr. Helen Reid 972.932.4309 TVCC-Palestine Provost Dr. Jeffrey Watson 903.729.0256 TVCC-Terrell Provost Dr. Algia Allen 903.563.9573 TVCC Registrar Dr. Colette Hilliard 903.675.6217 Director of Distance Education Renda Garner 903.675.6324 Director of Testing Gail St. Clair 903.675.6385 CAPS Program & Tutoring 903.675.6310 TVCC Department of Public Safety, Athens Parking Permits & Student IDs 903.675.6235 TVCC Business Office, Athens 903.675.6269 Student Success Centers Athens, 903.670.2646 Palestine, 903.729.0256 Terrell, 972.563.9573 Information Technology Help Desk 903.675.6324 Guidance Services Athens, 903.675.6350 Kaufman, 972.932.4309 Palestine, 903.723.7046 Terrell, 903.563.4904 Learning Resource Centers Athens, 903.675.6260 Kaufman, 972.932.4309 Palestine, 903.729.0256 Terrell, 903.563.4929 Financial Aid Offices Athens, 903.675.6233 Kaufman, 972.932.5725 Palestine, 903.723.7028 Terrell, 903.563.4940 33 APPENDIX 34 CONCURRENT STUDENT CHECK LIST FOR NEW AND RETURNING STUDENTS WHO HAVE MISSED A FALL OR SPRING SEMESTER Name: __________________________________ TVIN/SS#: ______________________________ _____ TVCC Application Completed ONLINE (Provide attachment of Confirmation Number) _____ TVCC Residency Form Completed ONLINE (Part D. 1.A. must be NO! Complete Part E and Part G and Sign I) _____ Bacterial Meningitis Form Completed ONLINE _____ Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination Proof (within 5 years of first day of semester) if attending class on TVCC campus or registering for a TVCC online class _____ Most Current Scores from TAKS, THEA, or ACCUPLACER submitted to TVCC _____ Concurrent Form Completed and Signed by: 1. High School Counselor 2. Student 3. Parent/Guardian _____ High School Transcript (only if requesting a 3rd class or providing updated scores) NOTE: SUBMIT A COMPLETE PACKET. NO PARTIAL PACKETS WILL BE ACCEPTED. PLEASE DO NOT FAX ANY OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION. 35 Dual Credit Forms 2013 CONCURRENT STUDENT CHECK LIST FOR CONTINUING STUDENTS Name: _________________________________ TVIN/SS#: ____________________________ _____ Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination Proof (within 5 years of first day of semester) if attending on a TVCC campus for class or registering for a TVCC online class and have not previously submitted one _____ Most Current Scores from TAKS, THEA, or ACCUPLACER submitted to TVCC _____ Concurrent Enrollment Form Completed and Signed by: 1. High School Counselor 2. Student 3. Parent/Guardian _____ High School Transcript (only if requesting a 3rd class or providing updated scores) NOTE: SUBMIT A COMPLETE PACKET. NO PARTIAL PACKETS WILL BE ACCEPTED. DO NOT FAX ANY OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION. 36 Dual Credit Forms 2013 TRINITY VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE APPLICATION SUPPLEMENT FOR CURRENT HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT Pursuant to Title 3 of the Texas Education Code, Statute: Section 130.008, the governing board of Trinity Valley Community College waives the tuition for individuals concurrently enrolled in high school and college courses which will meet high school graduation requirements. To be entitled to this waiver, the individual must comply with college admission requirements and complete this form with appropriate authorization from the high school principal or designee. Important: This form must be completed each semester of enrollment in college courses and on file at the time of registration. Name of Student______________________________________________Social Security #______________________ Semester and Year of Enrollment at College: __Fall __ Spring __ Summer 1 __ Summer 2 Year: 20_______ I authorize Trinity Valley Community College to disclose my grades to the high school. If the student is under 18, the parents still retain their rights under FERPA at the high school and may inspect and review any records sent by the postsecondary institution to the high school. I hereby agree that my voice, presence and participation, as well as electronic recording of these classes will not be a violation of my personal rights and hereby release any claims for the use of such. I have read and understand the above statements regarding preferred admission. Student Signature______________________________________________________ Date_______________________ Parent/Legal Guardian Signature__________________________________________ Date______________________ TO BE COMPLETED BY HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL, COUNSELOR OR DESIGNEE: Name of High School_______________________________________________________________________________ High School Classification: TSI Exempt? __No __Junior __Senior __Yes If based on TAKS submit a copy of the student’s individual score report. If based on ACT or SAT, attach a copy of High School transcript. DUAL CREDIT: Courses earn both high school and college credit. TVCC Course Title High School Course To Be Transcripted _______________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _______________________________________________ ____________________________________________ TVCC Approval *(3rd course must have TVCC approval & tuition waiver will not apply) COLLEGE CREDIT ONLY: Courses earn college credit only. Cannot be used for tuition waiver. _______________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _____________________________________________ Principal or Counselor Signature__________________________________________Date_______________________ Rules for Concurrent and Dual Credit High School Students 1. Students may take classes once they have completed their sophomore year. 2. Students of Texas public schools must have passed TAKS before they can take college courses. 3. Students must take THEA or an approved alternative test unless exempt. 4. This form must be completed EACH SEMESTER of enrollment. 5. Students taking dual credit may only have the tuition waiver on 2 courses per semester. 6. Students wishing to take more than 2 courses must have prior approval from the Vice President of Instruction. An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution 06/12 37 TRINITY VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DUAL CREDIT TUITION AND FEES FALL 2013 - 2014 (Waiver for First Two Classes Only) Semester Hours 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 TVCC Tax District Residents General Tuition Total Fee $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 90.00 90.00 90.00 120.00 150.00 180.00 210.00 240.00 270.00 300.00 330.00 360.00 390.00 420.00 450.00 480.00 510.00 540.00 570.00 600.00 630.00 660.00 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 42.00 84.00 126.00 168.00 210.00 252.00 294.00 336.00 378.00 420.00 462.00 504.00 546.00 588.00 630.00 672.00 714.00 756.00 798.00 840.00 882.00 924.00 Texas Residents Out-of-District General Tuition OD Fee Total Fee $ 132.00 $ 174.00 $ 216.00 $ 288.00 $ 360.00 $ 432.00 $ 504.00 $ 576.00 $ 648.00 $ 720.00 $ 792.00 $ 864.00 $ 936.00 $ 1,008.00 $ 1,080.00 $ 1,152.00 $ 1,224.00 $ 1,296.00 $ 1,368.00 $ 1,440.00 $ 1,512.00 $ 1,584.00 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 90.00 90.00 90.00 120.00 150.00 180.00 210.00 240.00 270.00 300.00 330.00 360.00 390.00 420.00 450.00 480.00 510.00 540.00 570.00 600.00 630.00 660.00 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 42.00 84.00 126.00 168.00 210.00 252.00 294.00 336.00 378.00 420.00 462.00 504.00 546.00 588.00 630.00 672.00 714.00 756.00 798.00 840.00 882.00 924.00 $ 48.00 $ 96.00 $ 144.00 $ 192.00 $ 240.00 $ 288.00 $ 336.00 $ 384.00 $ 432.00 $ 480.00 $ 528.00 $ 576.00 $ 624.00 $ 672.00 $ 720.00 $ 768.00 $ 816.00 $ 864.00 $ 912.00 $ 960.00 $ 1,008.00 $ 1,056.00 Fees: Internet Fee Lab Fees Late Registration Fee Reinstatement Fee Installment Plan Fee $ 30.00 $ 30.00 $ 50.00 $ 100.00 $ 35.00 Tax-District Schools: Athens, Brownsboro, Chandler, Crandall, Cross Roads, Eustace, Frankston, Kaufman, Kemp, LaPoynor, Mabank, Malakoff, Murchison, Palestine, Scurry-Rosser, Terrell, Trinidad 38 $ 180.00 $ 270.00 $ 360.00 $ 480.00 $ 600.00 $ 720.00 $ 840.00 $ 960.00 $ 1,080.00 $ 1,200.00 $ 1,320.00 $ 1,440.00 $ 1,560.00 $ 1,680.00 $ 1,800.00 $ 1,920.00 $ 2,040.00 $ 2,160.00 $ 2,280.00 $ 2,400.00 $ 2,520.00 $ 2,640.00 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT BACTERIAL MENINGITIS This information is being provided to all new college students in the state of Texas. Bacterial meningitis is a serious, potentially deadly disease that can progress extremely fast —so take utmost caution. It is an inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. The bacteria that causes meningitis can also infect the blood. This disease strikes about 3,000 Americans each year, including 100-125 on college campuses, leading to 5-15 deaths among college students every year. There is a treatment, but those who survive may develop severe health problems or disabilities. What are the symptoms? • High fever • Rash or purple patches on skin • Light sensitivity • Confusion and sleepiness • Lethargy • Severe headache • Vomiting • Stiff neck • Nausea • Seizures There may be a rash of tiny, red-purple spots caused by bleeding under the skin. These can occur anywhere on the body. The more symptoms, the higher the risk, so when these symptoms appear seek immediate medical attention. How is bacterial meningitis diagnosed? • Diagnosis is made by a medical provider and is usually based on a combination of clinical symptoms and laboratory results from spinal fluid and blood tests. • Early diagnosis and treatment can greatly improve the likelihood of recovery. How is the disease transmitted? The disease is transmitted when people exchange saliva (such as by kissing, or sharing drinking containers, utensils, cigarettes, toothbrushes, etc.) or come in contact with respiratory or throat secretions. How do you increase your risk of getting bacterial meningitis? • Exposure to saliva by sharing cigarettes, water bottles, eating utensils, food, kissing, etc. • Living in close conditions (such as sharing a room/suite in a dorm or group home). What are the possible consequences of the disease? • Death (in 8 to 24 hours from perfectly well to dead) • Permanent brain damage • Kidney failure • Learning disability • Hearing loss, blindness • Limb damage (fingers, toes, arms, legs) that requires amputation • Gangrene • Coma • Convulsions Can the disease be treated? • Antibiotic treatment, if received early, can save lives and chances of recovery are increased. However, permanent disability or death can still occur. • Vaccinations are available and should be considered for: —Those living in close quarters —College students 25 years old or younger • Vaccinations are effective against 4 of the 5 most common bacterial types that cause 70% of the disease in the U.S. (but does not protect against all types of meningitis). • Vaccinations take 7-10 days to become effective, with protection lasting 3-5 years. • The cost of vaccine varies, so check with your health care provider. • Vaccination is very safe—most common side effects are redness and minor pain at injection site for up to two days. • Vaccination is available at your own health care provider. How can I find out more information? • Contact your own health care provider. • Contact your regional Texas Department of Health office at 903-595-3585. • Contact web sites: www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dbmd/diseaseinfo; www.acha.org __________________________ ______________________ ______________________________________ Social Security Number Date Student Signature