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WHAT WE WILL COVER IN THIS WORKSHOP What is Probation? What are the Consequences of Probation? How do I get off Probation? Campus Resources

Two Types of Probation Academic Probation Progress Probation  You have attempted at least 12 units since you began Delta College. Which type of Probation are you on?  Your Cumulative GPA is less than 2.0 or “C” average.  You have received a Withdrawal (W), Incomplete (I), or a No Credit (NC) in 50% or more of the courses you have attempted.

Definition of 1 st Sem Academic Probation If you do not bring your GPA up to 2.0 and move to Second Semester Academic Probation, you will lose your Priority Registration. Consequence You have attempted at least 12 units since you began Delta College, and your Cumulative GPA is less than 2.0 or a “C” average. FIRST SEMESTER ACADEMIC PROBATION

What you need to do 1 2 Complete your second semester with the highest grades possible, but not less than a 2.0 GPA Complete this online Workshop

FIRST SEMESTER PROGRESS PROBATION You will lose your priority registration if you continue to Second Semester Progress Probation. You have attempted at least 12 units since you began Delta College and the Number of (WIN’s) “W”,”I”, or “N”, reaches or exceeds 50% of all units. Definition of 1 st Sem Progress Probation Consequence You have attempted at least 12 units since you began Delta College and the Number of (WIN’s) “W”,”I”, or “N”, reaches or exceeds 50% of all units.

FIRST SEMESTER PROGRESS PROBATION What you need to do 1 2 Complete your second semester with the percentage of (WIN’s) “W”, “I”, “NC” below 50 percent. Complete this online Workshop

SECOND SEMESTER ACADEMIC PROBATION Definition of 2nd Sem Academic Probation You will lose your Priority Registration Consequence You have been on Academic Probation for two consecutive semesters and your Cumulative GPA is less than 2.0 or a “C” average.

SECOND SEMESTER ACADEMIC PROBATION What you need to do 1 2 Complete your third semester with the highest grades possible, but not less than a 2.0 term GPA or a “C”. Attend a Probation Student Group Advising (PSGA) session and meet with a counselor.

SECOND SEMESTER PROGRESS PROBATION Definition of 2nd Sem Progress Probation You will lose your Priority Registration. Consequence You have been on Progress Probation for two consecutive semesters. The Number of (WIN’s) “W”,”I”, or “N”, reaches or exceeds 50% of all units.

SECOND SEMESTER PROGRESS PROBATION What you need to do 1 2 Complete your third semester with the percentage of (WIN’s) “W”, “I”, “NC” below 50 percent. Attend a Probation Student Group Advising (PSGA) and meet with a counselor.

EX: Joe is on first semester Academic Probation at the end of a spring semester. In the summer session he received under a 2.0 GPA. This would not put him on second semester probation status. When the following fall semester starts he will still be considered on first semester probation. SUMMER SESSION – Academic Probation EX: Joe is on first semester Academic Probation at the end of a spring semester. In the summer session he received a 3.5 GPA which brought his cum GPA to over a 2.0. He is now off Academic Probation. Summer session does not count toward Academic Probation status. However, Summer can be used as an opportunity to get off Academic Probation.

EX: Susan is on second semester Progress Probation at the end of a spring semester. In the summer session she failed to bring the percentage of her (WIN’s) “W”, “I”, “NC” below 50 percent. This would not result in Susan being dismissed. When the following fall semester starts she will still be considered on second semester progress probation. 15 Summer Session does not count toward Progress Probation status. EX: Susan is on second semester Progress Probation at the end of a spring semester. In the summer session she was successful at lowering the percentage of her (WIN’s) to under 50 percent. She will no longer be on progress probation. However, Summer can be used as an opportunity to get off Progress Probation.

Definition of Probation Dismissal You will be dismissed from Delta for one semester. Consequence You have been on Probation for three consecutive semesters.

If your 3 rd consecutive semester on probation is a Fall semester you are given a one semester exemption. You will be allowed to register for the next Spring semester. However, you will need to complete the Spring semester with a 2.0 GPA or higher, and/or complete 50% or more of the courses you are enrolled in. Dismissal only occurs after Spring semester

Complete Online Probation Workshop Exempt from Dismissal 3 rd Semester GPA is 2.0 or above 3rd Consecutive Semester on Probation Cumulative GPA below 2.0 Dismissed for 1 semester Criteria: Attempted at least 12 units. Semester and/or Cumulative grade point average is below 2.0 ACADEMIC PROBATION CHART 2nd Consecutive Semester on Probation Cumulative GPA below 2.0 Attend PSGA (Workshop and Counseling) 1st Semester on Probation Cumulative GPA below nd Semester GPA is 2.0 or above Exempt from attending PSGA

Complete Online Probation Workshop Exempt from Dismissal 3 rd Semester % of all “W”,”I”,”N” are less than 50% 3rd Consecutive Semester on Probation 50% or more of all units attempted are “W”,”I”,”N” Dismissed for 1 semester Criteria: Attempted at least 12 units. Number of (WIN’s) “W”, ”I”, or “N”, reaches or exceeds 50% of all units 2nd Consecutive Semester on Probation 50% or more of all units attempted are “W”,”I”,”N” Ist Semester on Probation 50% or more of all units attempted are “W”,”I”,”N” 2nd Semester % of all “W”,”I”,”N” are less than 50% PROGRESS PROBATION CHART Attend PSGA (Workshop and Counseling) Exempt from attending PSGA

PROBATION AFFECTS YOUR REGISTRATION Loss of registration points Late registration appointment Loss of Priority Registration Required courses may be full

HOW TO GET OFF PROBATION Academic Renewal Requirements: One year has passed since the completion of a substandard grade. Completed 12 consecutive units with a GPA of 2.00 or above since the completion of the sub-standard grade(s). Make a Counseling appointment to start this process. Academic Renewal Requirements: One year has passed since the completion of a substandard grade. Completed 12 consecutive units with a GPA of 2.00 or above since the completion of the sub-standard grade(s). Make a Counseling appointment to start this process. Repeating classes Classes in which a D, F, W, NC were received can be repeated. If you are repeating the class for the first time, and pass with a C or better, the higher grade will be counted in the GPA, not the previous D, F, W, NC grade. Repeating classes Classes in which a D, F, W, NC were received can be repeated. If you are repeating the class for the first time, and pass with a C or better, the higher grade will be counted in the GPA, not the previous D, F, W, NC grade.

22 3rd REPETITION OF A COURSE You are required to…  Meet with a counselor to fill out the Course Repeat Petition  Meet all current prerequisites prior to repeating the course.  Request permission from the instructor to repeat a course by providing the approved Course Repeat Petition to the instructor. If there is room the instructor may add you.  Seek specified support services. You are required to…  Meet with a counselor to fill out the Course Repeat Petition  Meet all current prerequisites prior to repeating the course.  Request permission from the instructor to repeat a course by providing the approved Course Repeat Petition to the instructor. If there is room the instructor may add you.  Seek specified support services. If you want to repeat the same course for a third time, in which you received a grade symbol of “D”, “F”, “NC”, or “W”, you will need to fill out a Course Repeat Petition. You cannot…  Register or get on the waiting list for the course.  Drop the course once you are enrolled. You will be required to receive a grade for the course. You cannot…  Register or get on the waiting list for the course.  Drop the course once you are enrolled. You will be required to receive a grade for the course.

 Your grades and grade points will be included in the cumulative GPA if this is only the first repetition of a substandard grade. Example: F W B 1 st repetition with a grade  Your grades and grade points will not be included in the cumulative GPA if this is the second repetition of a substandard grade. Example: F D B 1 st repetition 2 nd repetition with a grade with a grade 23 FACTORING 3 RD REPEAT INTO GPA Will Factor into GPA Won’t Factor into GPA

Probation Appeal Requirements:  Evidence of extenuating circumstances (e.g. illness, accident, injury) that affected the student’s usual level of academic performance.  Meet with a counselor to discuss the extenuating circumstances. The Director of Admissions and Records or designee shall notify the student if the appeal is granted. Probation Appeal Requirements:  Evidence of extenuating circumstances (e.g. illness, accident, injury) that affected the student’s usual level of academic performance.  Meet with a counselor to discuss the extenuating circumstances. The Director of Admissions and Records or designee shall notify the student if the appeal is granted. Dismissal Appeal Requirements: Student must submit the appeal form to Admissions within 30 days after the dismissal notification was sent. The appeal form must clearly explain and provide evidence of what extenuating circumstances (e.g. Illness, accident, injury) existed. The Director of Admissions will review the appeal and notify the student of his/her final decision. Dismissal Appeal Requirements: Student must submit the appeal form to Admissions within 30 days after the dismissal notification was sent. The appeal form must clearly explain and provide evidence of what extenuating circumstances (e.g. Illness, accident, injury) existed. The Director of Admissions will review the appeal and notify the student of his/her final decision.

TIME MANAGEMENT: Keep a daily/weekly/monthly schedule to keep you on track. Set priorities for how to utilize your time. PRIORITIES SHOULD INCLUDE:  Attendance – Attend all classes  Homework – Complete all assignments and turn them in on time  Academic Support – Tutoring, Study Groups, Counseling  Sleep/Health – Get at least 8 hrs. of sleep, eat right, and take care of health needs FACTORS THAT LEAD TO SUCCESS

College (12 units or more) is a full time job.  If you are working full time consider taking fewer units, or work fewer hours so you can devote enough time to successfully passing your courses.  Spend less money so you can work fewer hours.  Arrange reliable childcare in advance and have a back up plan.  Share your educational /career goals with family and friends to gain their support and understanding of your time demands. BALANCING WORK/FAMILY/FRIENDS

Prioritize your budget by spending your money on: “NEEDS” FIRST not “WANTS” NEEDS Food Shelter Health Needs Basic Transportation Books Childcare Basic Clothing WANTS Designer Clothes and Shoes Designer Accessories Frequent Eating Out Entertainment/Travel Manicures Cable TV Expensive Car/Rims BUDGETING/SPENDING

1.Strive for the highest grades possible with no less than a “C” in all classes. 2.Take advantage of support services. 3.Know the drop dates and officially withdraw from courses before the drop deadlines. 4.Make sure to meet with a counselor at least once a semester. STAYING OFF PROBATION

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