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Policies and Regulations
3. A student on progress probation shall be subject to dismissal if his or her percentage of “W”, “I”, or “NC” units remains or exceeds (50%) after one (1) additional semester, for a total of two (2) semesters of attendance.
4. Students who are eligible for Financial Aid, EOPS or other educational benefit programs may be subject to more stringent standards for academic progress. If a student disagrees with his or her probation status or dismissal, he or she may appeal by submitting a Petition to the Vice President of Student Services. A separate appeal with the appropriate program coordinator may be necessary for students are eligible for Financial Aid, EOPS or other educational benefit programs.
DISQUALIFICATION/DISMISSAL
A student who is on academic probation shall be subject to dismissal if the student maintained a cumulative grade point average of less than 2.0 in all units attempted for two (2) semesters (fall and/or spring).
ACADEMIC RENEWAL WITHOUT COURSE REPETITION
Palo Verde College shall publish in the College Catalog its policy on academic renewal without course repetition. This policy shall not conflict with Education Code, Section 76224.
In order to graduate from Palo Verde College, students must have earned a minimum grade point average of 2.0. However, the College recognizes that students who have done poorly in the past can and do return to their studies with a determination to succeed. Therefore, a policy has been established to give them a reasonable opportunity
RESIDENCY
Palo Verde College defines a resident as a person who intends to make California her/his permanent home and has resided within the State for one year and one day prior to the residency determination date, which is the first day of classes of each semester, or summer session. The requirements necessary to demonstrate intent to become a California resident are available from the Admissions and Records Office.
CAMPUS SECURITY
Palo Verde College provides for the safety of its students and employees. Our security personnel are here for you! Security Officers carry radio communications equipment for immediate access to individuals or agencies as needed for emergency situations. Some of the functions they will perform are:
1. Secure the campus.
2. Protect state property.
3. Respond to emergency situations.
4. Provide escort service between the classroom and your vehicle if needed during nighttime hours.
5. Prevention issues, crime report, and timely warnings about threats to the campus community will be reported to students.
Please help us out! Security is everybody’s business. If you see something that appears suspicious or someone that does not seem right, please let the guard know so that it can be looked into as soon as possible.
STUDENT PARKING LOT
Students may park at no charge in designated Student Parking areas. Students who park in unauthorized areas will be issued two warnings by campus security. After two warnings, vehicles will be towed off the premises and students will be responsible for associated towing charges.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL-FREE CAMPUS POLICY
In accordance with the requirements of the U.S. Drug Free Workplace Act of 1989, the college is
committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace; and in accordance with the requirements of the Drug Free Schools and Community Act amendment of 1989, the college maintains a drug and alcohol-free college environment for students and employees.
The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of illicit drugs and alcohol is prohibited at Palo Verde College. Violation of this policy by students will result in disciplinary sanctions up to and including expulsion. Violators may be prosecuted under applicable laws.
NON-SMOKING POLICY
Pursuant to Board Policy 3570, smoking is NOT prohibited in all enclosed facilities without exception.
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