Academic Success Learning Group

1. Getting Back on Track Academic Success Learning Group Chaffey College

2. Overview • What does it mean to be on probation? • What resources are available to me? • What are the “Keys To Success”?

3. Types of Probation

4. Levels of Probation • First semester on probation • Receive letters • Attend Learning Group • Earn 2.0 average for the semester • Second consecutive semester on probation • Opening Doors to Excellence program • Appeal Loss of Prioritized Registration • Third consecutive semester on probation • Dismissed from college for 1 semester • Or Appeal Dismissal • Readmission Contract Needed

5. Loss of Registration Priority Spring 2015 Student Success Act of 2012 (SB1456) • When grades post for the spring 2014 semester, students who advance to2nd level probation (potentially you!) will register afterall new and continuing students in good standing for spring 2015. • Students may appeal this action if they receive a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better in the spring 2014 semester or have extenuating circumstances (hospitalization, death in the family, military redeployment). • Eligible students may appeal in early fall 2014 to regain prioritized registration for spring 2015. Go to the Counseling website in August 2014 to access appeals forms. www.chaffey.edu/counseling/index.shtml • Approved appeals are granted continuation of prioritized registration for only two additional semesters. • Students resume prioritized registration without limitation only after they regain good academic standing (2.0 cumulative GPA at Chaffey).

6. Why are you on Probation? Possible reasons: • Health issues • Personal/family responsibilities • Financial/work obligations • Procrastination/time management issues • Course load too heavy/unevenly distributed • Inadequate study habits or foundational skills • College is not the priority at this time • Other?

7. What Can I Do to Get Off Probation? Be Proactive • Identify the factors that have contributed to your current academic status • Manage your personal schedule: set aside class & study time, check deadlines/upcoming events • Communicate with Instructor: office hours/phone/e-mail • Visit Success Centers: tutoring, DLAs, workshops and learning groups • Take advantage of Supplemental Instruction and Student Support Services Check Progress Regularly

8. What Can I Do to Get Off Probation? (cont.) Raise Cumulative GPA • Pass current & future classes with an A or B (C’s are neutral & will have no effect on raising your overall GPA) • Retake courses with substandard grades • Use Success Centers (tutoring, DLAs, workshops, learning groups, Success Guides) Meet with a Counselor • Review course caseload • Create Educational Plan (monitor regularly) • Check progress on goal • Link to resources

9. Resources Available • Counseling • Review General Education/Major Requirements • Create Educational Plan • Check Progress on Goal • Evaluate outside transcripts • Student Services • Success Guides: Review goal & progress/link to resources • Success Centers: Tutoring, Workshops/Learning Groups • Health Services:Medical and Psychological • Student Programs • Supplemental Instruction • DPS, Health Services, Career Services

10. On- Line Resources Available MyChaffeyVIEW • Unofficial transcripts • Register/Drop Class • Faculty Contact Info. Degree Audit (DEMO) • Student Services info. • Review Educational Plan

11. Goal Setting Set goals that are SMART • Specific • Measurable • Attainable • Realistic • Timely A goal helps you identify a desired outcome you want to achieve and devise plans and strategies to accomplish it. Example: “My goal is to meet with a math tutor once a week and before every exam in order to pass the class with a B or better.”

12. Time Management • Remember: Every unit represents 3 hrs. of outside study time • Prioritize • Plan, don’t procrastinate • Allow time for eating and sleeping well • Balance study time with free time

13. Effective Communication • Contact instructor e-mail office hours phone *Ask for clarification when needed *Track class progress *Get advise on current and future assignments. *Get missed class info. (If Necessary). • Develop a support system Share your stressors, concerns, and achievements withfamily, friends, and mentors

14. Reflection Activitythink – pair – share Take a few moments to reflect upon your educational journey… What successes have you experienced thus far? How can they be replicated and/or applied to other areas? What has hindered you from reaching your objectives? What SMART goals can you set for yourself today? (Complete Chart)

15. Academic Success Contract • Please Initial • _____1. Repeat previous courses completed with substandard grades (D or F grades). • _____2. Meet with current instructors before or after class and/or during office hours to discuss progress towards earning a C or better grades in courses. • _____3. Earn a 2.0 average or better GPA in the current semester. • _____4. Meet with a Success Guide to explore academic support resources and evaluate progress on goal. • _____5. Consult a counselor prior to withdrawing from an enrolled course. • _____6. Enroll in Guidance 2 and/or 3 in the next semester to improve on study skills, time management, and/or explore career/major options (some students may enroll in Guidance 507 as part of participating in the Opening Doors to Excellence program). • _____7. I authorize Chaffey College Staff to text, email, or call me by phone to provide follow up communications and services. • I commit to implementing the above mentioned steps to regain good standing and make satisfactory progress towards achieving my educational goals. Furthermore, I understand that my lack of satisfactory progress will result in advancement to Level 2 probation for which I will lose prioritized registration and be at risk of being dismissed from Chaffey at the end of the subsequent semester.

16. Be Hopeful… Harness your strengths Overcome obstacles Plan and prioritize Embrace the journey Focus on your progress Utilize resources Live out your dreams