1. Fall 2017 Orientation Los Medanos College
EXTENDED OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS & SERVICES (EOPS)
Facilitated by: Steven Freeman Jr.

2. What We’ll Do Before You Leave…
Expand knowledge of networking benefits
Outline what EOPS expects of you
Outline what you can expect of EOPS
Review new changes to the program
Review your MRC and issue Book Vouchers

3. EOPS & CARE Staff Jeffrey W. Benford III, Dean, Counseling and Student
Support, Director, EOPS
Steven Freeman, Jr. Asst.
Director, EOPS/CARE
Melina Rodriguez,
Coordinator, CARE/CalWORKs
Lisa Gregory
Administrative Assistant III
Counseling and Student Support ,
Robert Delgado,
Program Assistant, EOPS
Tara Seymour,
Office Assistant II, EOPS

4. Counselor, EOPS/CalWORKs
EOPS Counselors
Rudolf Rose,
Counselor, EOPS/CalWORKs
Marco Godinez,
Counselor, EOPS
Elizabeth Costanza,
Counselor, EOPS

5. Extended Opportunity Programs and Services
EOPS IS A STATE-FUNDED STUDENT SERVICE PROGRAM THAT PROMOTES
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AMONG STUDENTS FROM LOW-INCOME, UNDER-REPRESENTED BACKGROUNDS IN HIGHER EDUCATION.
EOPS PROMOTES EXCELLENCE BY OFFERING SERVICES THAT ARE “ABOVE, BEYOND AND IN ADDITION TO” SERVICES AVAILABLE TO ALL LMC STUDENTS.

6. EOPS Facts The EOPS program was created in 1969.
It enabled low income, educationally disadvantaged students “affected by language, social, and economic handicaps” the ability to achieve a college education.
There are 114 EOPS programs funded in 72 districts throughout the community colleges system
Data supports that EOPS increases the chances that a student will graduate or transfer

7. EOPS Facts EOPS serves over 80,000 students per year
Gender: 63% Female and 36% Male
Age: 67% of students are 24 or younger
16-17 State Budget: $ Million Dollars
LMC EOPS Budget: $822,559
LMC Required Textbook Expenditure: $151,955
Actual LMC Textbook expense: $230,000

8. CARE Facts
CARE is a state funded program that was established in 1982.
Presently, 114 programs in all 72 districts of the California Community Colleges system
CARE is as a supplemental component of EOPS.
A unique educational program geared toward the welfare recipient.
CARE provides educational support services designed for the academically underprepared, low income, single parent population.

9. Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE) program Eligibility
California residents who meet all EOPS eligibility requirements as per Title 5 regulations
Enrolled as a students in a vocational certificate, associate degree or transfer program
At least 18 years of age
Single heads of household (i.e., one-parent CalWORKs assistance unit as verified by county)
Have one child under 18 years of age at the time of acceptance into CARE
Current recipients of TANF/CalWORKs cash aid for themselves or their child(ren)

10. EOPS Support Services Educational Grants
Summer Academy
Peer Mentors
EOPS Textbook Support
Staff Support
Graduation Cap & Gown
UC & CSU Application Fee Waivers
Transfer Fieldtrips
Personal, Academic and Career Counseling
EOPS Scholarships
TAG, Transfer and Career Workshops
EOPS Support Services

11. What are some reasons why a student should meet with a Counselor or Academic Advisor?

12. Counseling Services Policy
No children allowed (District policy)
No-show, cancel, and/or rescheduled appointments will not be guaranteed make-up
Drop-ins: Aug 14th – 18th and Nov 13th – 17th.
After 10 minutes, no admittance “Please arrive a few minutes early”

13. Counseling Services Cont-
“My other program has counseling requirements”
Exception: A student may meet with a non- EOPS counselor for 1 of the 3 required counseling appointments
“How do I schedule a counseling appointment”?
Schedule appointments in person or by phone
EOPS sends an appointment reminder

14. EOPS Counseling Appointments
1st Counseling Appt: August 21st – October 20th
What happens? You and the counselor implement an Educational Plan for 4-6 semesters. We get to know you. We discuss Transfer, AA/AS, certificate
How long is appt? New Students meet for 1 hour – Continuing Students ½ hour
2nd Counseling Peer Mentoring Appt: – September 4th – Dec 1st
What happens? You will have a quick check in with your peer mentor. “How’s everything going” “Do you need any additional resources”
How long is my appt.? Typically 15 mins
3rd Counseling Appt: October 2nd – December 15th
What happens? Discuss any changes in your educational plan, prepare and/or discuss priority registration, progress and prepare for next semester’s coursework.
How long is appt.? Typically ½ hour

15. New Changes to EOPS
Ability to drop down to 8 units after meeting with Counselor w/o penalty (twice during your entire time in EOPS)
StarFish Early Alert Software replacing Progress Reports
Parking Permits will not be provided this semester
EOPS Cash Grants $$$75 – Fulfill Contract obligations

16. New Changes to EOPS Tier 1 and Tier 2 Limited Services
Tier 1 Students will receive the same services - reduced book voucher amount
Tier 2 Students will not be eligible for a book voucher or cash grant

17. Starfish Early Alert Software
This semester we will be using Starfish Early Alert software to track you academic progress. There is a letter in your binder with instructions on how to create your profile.
Your instructor will send you an alert via the Starfish software.
Starfish will send an with a link to the alert.
The alert will indicate that you are exceling in the class or that you may need to improve your academic performance in the classroom.

18. E.O.P.S. 6 PACK– Checklist
Meet with your EOPS Counselor 3 times per semester, unless you meet with another counselor for 1 or the 3 appts.
Have an educational plan on file. Ed. Plan must be updated once a year.
Complete a minimum of 12 units your first semester, Unless you have a waiver.
Check your Starfish Updates
Utilize PRIORITY REGISTRATION
Must maintain a 2.O Grade Point Average while in the program

19. When Can I Borrow A Calculator or Book?
Starting Wednesday, 8/16/17, 9am
Present valid picture ID required
Complete loan contract
Present course syllabus and class schedule
See Tara Seymour (x37489) for models and unit availability
Limited supplies

20. Communication Policy Official address for official EOPS communication
Procedure
Activate, maintain, consult your insite.4cd.edu account weekly
Check insite.4cd.edu to ensure that your phone number and address are current. Any returned checks will NOT be reissued.

21. Are you a leader? Become an EOPS Student Advocate
Only 10 students selected
Application required
Bi-weekly meetings (2 hrs per week)
Voluntary
How Will This Benefit You?
Build research, strategy-development, and project implementation skills
Make an impact on LMC
Make your resume stand out

22. Using book vouchers Policy Only for LMC Bookstore For one-time use
Expires 8/25/17
Only textbook purchases, loans or access codes
Procedure
Present ID and printed class schedule to LMC Bookstore
If book is not in stock:
-- Return to bookstore to purchase
-- Bookstore reactivates your voucher
Books purchased are your property to keep, sale back or share with other students

23. EOPS/CARE/CalWORKS/FosterYouth
“Be our Guest, Be our Guest, something something you know the words”…
EOPS/CARE/CalWORKS/FosterYouth
Kick Off Event!!!
Monday August 14th 11am-3pm
L-109

24. The Final Stretch: Please meet up with your Superhero Team
X-Men –Tara “Shadow Kitty”
Avengers – Lisa “Black Widow”
Justice League – Steve “Super Man”
Guardians of the Galaxy – Jeffrey “I am Groot”
Teen Titans – Robert “Beast Boy”

25. You may leave after you meet with your group…
Have a productive
and successful semester!!!