ACADEMIC SUCCESS LEARNING GROUP

Getting Back on Track

Chaffey College

OVERVIEW

What does it mean to be on probation?

What resources are available to me?

What are the “Keys To Success”?

TYPES OF PROBATION

Academic

• Student has attempted 12 or more units

• Cumulative GPA is below 2.0

Progress

• Student has attempted 12 or more units

• 50% or more units are W, FW, NP, NC, or I

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 semesterOr Appeal Dismissal

Readmission Contract Needed

LOSS OF REGISTRATION PRIORITY SPRING 2015

 

Student Success Act of 2012 (SB1456)

When grades post for the spring 2014 semester, students who advance to 2nd level probation (potentially you!) will register after all 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).

 

WHY ARE YOU ON PROBATION?Possible reasons:Health issuesPersonal/family responsibilitiesFinancial/work obligationsProcrastination/time management issuesCourse load too heavy/unevenly distributed Inadequate study habits or foundational

skillsCollege is not the priority at this timeOther?

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

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

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

ON- LINE RESOURCES AVAILABLEMyChaffeyVIEW Unofficial transcripts Register/Drop Class Faculty Contact Info.

Degree Audit (DEMO)

Student Services info.

Review Educational Plan

GOAL SETTINGSet goals that are SMART

SpecificMeasurableAttainableRealisticTimelyA 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.”

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

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION Contact instructor

e-mailoffice hoursphone

*Ask for clarification when needed *Track class progress *Get advise on current and future assignments. *Get missed class info. (If Necessary).

Develop a support systemShare your stressors, concerns, and achievements with family, friends, and mentors

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)

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.

BE HOPEFUL…Harness your strengths

Overcome obstacles

Plan and prioritize

Embrace the journey

Focus on your progress

Utilize resources

Live out your dreams