Page 151 - Palo Verde College 2019-2020 Student Handbook / Planner

Student Services
working days of the receipt of the petition regarding the college’s proposed response to the complaint and any additional steps which may be taken.
ORIENTATION
Orientation for new or returning students is a vital part of the SSSP. It provides many answers to prepare you for an education at Palo Verde College.
ORIENTATION WILL:
• Help build a more solid foundation for your education.
• Assist you with the transition to Palo Verde College.
• Stress the importance of knowing and understanding the college catalog.
Orientation is available in-person (refer to the current academic calendar online at www.paloverde.edu for dates, times and locations) and via online at http://www.paloverde.edu/future-students/orientation.aspx. This makes it possible for all students to participate.
PLACEMENT
Students enrolling in reading, writing, math, or other courses which require a particular skill level are asked to present high school transcripts and other supporting documents (i.e., AP Exams, SAT, ACT, etc.) to a counselor. These tools, along with other measures, to assist the counselor in determining an appropriate educational plan and course placement.
In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other state and federal regulations related to disabilities is required by law, Palo Verde College will offer accommodations as prescribed by AB 705 - Placement and Title 5 regulations.
The Ability to Benefit (ATB) test shall be administered according to federal guidelines, which may or may not follow the policies described herein.
The district will use the approved Placement Guidelines and such additional information collected as may be appropriate, to facilitate a “multiple measures” placement system.
Palo Verde Community College District will accept unofficial and official transcripts from other accredited institutions to help determine appropriate placement into an English and/or Math course.
COUNSELING AND EDUCATIONAL PLANNING
Counselors may be available on a drop-in basis, but it is best to make an appointment. Counselors are located in the College Services building. Educational planning, career guidance, and personal counseling are the main services provided. The role of the counselor is to HELP YOU SUCCEED. Any time you encounter a problem, whether it is academic or personal, a counselor can help or direct you to the appropriate source for assistance.
INDIVIDUAL STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN (SEP)
Students need to formulate an educational plan. Each student has a reason for attending college. Your particular goals and objectives for attending college may be specific and very clear or they may be vague and undefined. Even if your wish is to experiment and explore a variety of courses to begin with, you can benefit from some tentative planning. Remember, any plans you make now are not etched in stone; they can be changed or modified as your goals change!
USING “SEARCH FOR SECTIONS”
After you have given some thought to the classes you will need to take, you are ready to create your schedule for the semester. In order to do this, you need to consult “Search for Sections” under the PVC-Services link at www.paloverde.edu. This schedule is published each semester; it lists the days and times that, all classes are offered.
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