STUDENT MANUAL 2013 |
STUDENT MANUAL 2013 | 2014 Revised August 7, 2013 Contents President’s Message ..................................................................................................................................... 3 Welcome to Parkland College!...................................................................................................................... 4 Mission/Vision/Values .................................................................................................................................. 4 Respect Policy ............................................................................................................................................... 5 Academic & Student Services ....................................................................................................................... 7 Website ......................................................................................................................................................... 8 Calendar Dates .............................................................................................................................................. 9 University of Regina .................................................................................................................................. 9 University of Saskatchewan .................................................................................................................... 10 SIAST........................................................................................................................................................ 11 Adult Basic Education – Parkland College ............................................................................................... 12 STUDENT POLICIES, EXPECTATIONS & INFORMATION ............................................................................... 13 Student Rights & Responsibilities ........................................................................................................... 13 Accommodation ...................................................................................................................................... 13 Academic Procedures ............................................................................................................................. 13 Non-Academic Procedures ..................................................................................................................... 13 Accident Insurance.................................................................................................................................. 13 Accuplacer Policy .................................................................................................................................... 14 Adding/Withdrawing Classes/Refunds ................................................................................................... 14 Anti-Harassment Policy ........................................................................................................................... 14 Attendance.............................................................................................................................................. 14 Attendance and Student Loans or Sponsorship...................................................................................... 15 Cell Phones .............................................................................................................................................. 15 Change of Address .................................................................................................................................. 15 College Clothing & Merchandise............................................................................................................. 15 Computer Usage Policy ........................................................................................................................... 15 Courtesy/Pay Phones .............................................................................................................................. 16 Daycare (Yorkton) ................................................................................................................................... 16 Exam Procedures .................................................................................................................................... 16 Fire Procedures and Exits ........................................................................................................................ 16 First Aid ................................................................................................................................................... 16 Graduation .............................................................................................................................................. 17 2013-2014 Student Manual 1 Graduation Tickets .............................................................................................................................. 17 Graduation Gowns .............................................................................................................................. 17 Health & Dental....................................................................................................................................... 17 Lockers (Yorkton) .................................................................................................................................... 17 Lounge Area ............................................................................................................................................ 17 Parking .................................................................................................................................................... 17 Smoking................................................................................................................................................... 18 Phone Calls for Absences and/or Family/School Emergencies ............................................................... 18 Photocopying/Faxing .............................................................................................................................. 18 Personal Belongings ................................................................................................................................ 18 Scholarships ............................................................................................................................................ 18 Student Activity Fee ................................................................................................................................ 19 Tutor Support .......................................................................................................................................... 19 Appendix 1 – Academic Progress ................................................................................................................ 20 Skills Training Programs .......................................................................................................................... 20 Adult Basic Education ............................................................................................................................. 20 Appendix 2 – Discipline Procedure ............................................................................................................. 21 Skills Training Programs .......................................................................................................................... 21 Adult Basic Education ............................................................................................................................. 22 University ................................................................................................................................................ 24 Appendix 3 – Refund Policies ...................................................................................................................... 25 Skills Training Programs .......................................................................................................................... 25 Firefighter Training ................................................................................................................................. 26 Adult Basic Education ............................................................................................................................. 26 University ................................................................................................................................................ 26 Appendix 4 - University Program Information ............................................................................................ 27 Appendix 5 - ABE (Adult Basic Education) Information .............................................................................. 28 2013-2014 Student Manual 2 President’s Message It is a privilege to welcome you to Parkland College. This College is a wonderful place to be and I hope you spend time surfing our site to find out what makes us so great. As the 21st century transforms the world into a knowledge-based society, there is an increasing need for individuals to be well-educated and highly skilled. These global trends impact and challenge communities and postsecondary institutions that serve them. Parkland College is committed to creating and delivering an innovative continuum of learning to stimulate individual, community and economic growth, and to providing and celebrating quality learning and service to students. 2013 is an exciting year for Parkland College as we celebrate our 40th anniversary. The first community college office in Saskatchewan was opened in June 1973 in Melville under the banner of Parkland Community College. In 1988 the legislative act was changed, and we became Parkland Regional College and took on a larger mandate. Since then, we shortened the name to Parkland College and we continue to expand to better serve our growing region. We launched our 40th anniversary observations in January. We invite you to take part in our celebrations throughout the year. Premier Brad Wall’s Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to 2020 document released in October 2012 challenges all of us to invest in people and infrastructure. The Trades and Technology Centre in Yorkton will do just that. This facility is an expansion of training to meet the high demand of industry for skilled tradespeople in East-Central Saskatchewan. A Capital Campaign is doing very well with dedicated members of the Campaign Cabinet. The provincial budget released in March 2013 gave us the green light to build this facility as quickly as we can. We hope to include a sod-turning ceremony as part of our anniversary celebrations. Parkland College is the partner of choice for business, industry and communities – together building and updating the skills and knowledge required for learner engagement and success. We are a learnercentered organization committed to accessibility, inclusion and diversity. The entire Parkland team is ready to welcome you to any one of our five campuses in Melville, Yorkton, Fort Qu’Appelle, Canora and Esterhazy. Welcome. Let us know how we can assist you as you explore your study options. Sincerely, Dr. Fay Myers President Parkland College 2013-2014 Student Manual 3 Welcome to Parkland College! Parkland College welcomes you – we look forward to working with you this year, and wish you every success in achieving your goals. We believe you have made a great choice to start or continue your studies at Parkland College. Our instructors and administration are committed to providing an enjoyable and supportive learning environment for our students. Instructors, Coordinators & Staff Mission/Vision/Values VISION: Parkland College is a catalyst; changing lives, communities and industry – one learner at a time. MISSION: Prosperous individuals, enterprises and economies – driven by excellence at Parkland College. VALUES: Values and operating philosophies together form the belief system of the organization, driving all actions and decisions. Parkland College has committed to: Respect: honouring, encouraging and celebrating our diverse learners, staff and communities. Compassion: fostering and supporting an environment where empathy is both integral and expressed. Integrity: adhering to high ethical and professional standards. Quality of Education: adopting evidence-based best practices in program development, implementation and evaluation. Responsiveness: aligning programs and services with the priorities of the learners, communities and industries we serve. Accessibility: constantly finding new ways to provide opportunities for adults facing barriers to either higher education or employment. Accountability: ensuring that all available resources are dedicated to achievement of desired outcomes and results. Life-Long Learning: providing learning enrichment and skill upgrading opportunities to keep our stakeholders current and competitive. Partnerships: developing strategic alliances and leveraging capacity with the agencies, communities and industries that share our visionary outcomes. Innovation: creating a culture of constant improvement, empowering staff to find better ways to deliver Parkland College’s promise and potential. 2013-2014 Student Manual 4 Respect Policy At Parkland College, RESPECT is the cornerstone of our culture. We all deserve respect, so it all begins with you. 10 Steps to a more respectful environment! Creating a respectful environment is the responsibility of everyone. The most common question is; how can I help to do that? What can I do to be a more respectful member of the environment in which I live, work, and learn? 10 ways to optimize your respect factor. 1. Know Yourself - Have an idea where you stand. Know what is unacceptable about such things as racism, homophobia and harassment. 2. Stick By It - There is a lot of pressure to conform and “go with the flow”. Know your line and stick by it. 3. Look Around - Know disrespectful behaviour when you see it. Things like hateful graffiti and mean or inappropriate text messages are not ok. So do something about it! 4. Listen Up - Know disrespectful language when you hear it. Recognize how harmful it can be. 5. Talk About It - Being respectful means being able to talk & ask questions about a variety of topics and discuss them in an open and honest way. 6. Stand Up - When you see someone being made a victim, step in. Do something about it. Say No. 7. Value our Differences - Diversity surrounds us. See the value in different perspectives, histories, and journeys. 8. Take Pride - Be proud of our campus, our environment and our community. Participating in litter, grafitti, or vandalism or not doing something about them is damaging to everyone. 9. Own Your Actions - Nobody’s perfect. You know when you’ve said or done something over the line. 10. Be Accountable. Reach Out! - Find out about your resources and use them. If you are being victimized tell someone. We’re here to listen and to help. Just simply reach out. RESPECT means! Respect challenges the attitudes, beliefs and behaviours that fail to recognize the importance of human dignity and to model and teach appropriate and constructive ways to interact in society. Respect is a human right. Fostering this belief is a critical part of our values as a postsecondary institution. 2013-2014 Student Manual 5 This approach emphasizes that Parkland College is an inclusive learning environment. When we talk about diversity, we include race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, intellectual capacity, body shape, disability, age, family background, parental status, socio-economic background…a broad spectrum of diversities. As a regional college, we have to do all that we can to make the college experience a positive and productive one for all students, faculty and staff. We’re here to listen…reach out! If you are experiencing or witnessing disrespectful behaviours, bullying, cyberbullying, do something about it. Talk to your Professor, Program Coordinator, or Student Services! 2013-2014 Student Manual 6 Academic & Student Services Here’s what Parkland College can offer: Personal, academic, financial and career counselling Assessment Services (Career/Employability, Psycho Educational and Academic) Learning disability accommodations The EDGE Student Help Centre One-to-one tutoring based on demand Workshops based on demand Assistance preparing resumes, practicing interview techniques and creating career management strategies Exam invigilation And much more Academic Upgrading Grade 12 Online Adult 10 Adult 12 GED Literacy Services Workplace Essential Skills Training English as an Additional Language Skills Training Full-time & part-time certificate programs Full-time & part-time diploma programs Industry recognized training (Safety) Computer Training Professional Workshops University Academic Counselling & Advising University of Regina classes University of Saskatchewan classes Distance Education classes Exam Invigilation 2013-2014 Student Manual 7 Website Parkland College offers a wide range of services for students to help make your learning experience enjoyable and rewarding. The Current Students Section of our website has been compiled to help you learn more about the opportunities and great benefits of being a Parkland College student including: Career & Student Services Campus Closures Computer Access Student Discount Cards Scholarships Graduation Tutoring (The EDGE) And more You can also stay in the know by following us on: Facebook – www.facebook.com/collegeofchoice *you will need to log-in Twitter – www.twitter.com/collegeofchoice YouTube – www.youtube.com/collegeofchoice 2013-2014 Student Manual 8 Calendar Dates University of Regina **Please refer to www.uregina.ca website for deadline dates. May 8, 2013 September 4, 2013 September 17, 2013 October 1, 2013 October 14, 2013 November 11, 2013 November 15, 2013 December 4, 2013 December 5, 2013 December 7-20, 2013 December 23, 2013 – January 3, 2014 January 7, 2014 January 20, 2014 February 3, 2014 February 17, 2014 February 18-21, 2014 March 17, 2014 April 11, 2014 April 15-29, 2014 April 18, 2014 April 21, 2014 First day of registration for first year students for the 2013 Fall Semester Classes begin Last day of registration for Fall off-campus courses Last day to add courses or to change courses without the Dean's permission Last day to drop courses without a Grade of W (Withdrawal) Last day to drop courses with 100% tuition refund Last day for full payment without a penalty Last day to drop courses with 50% tuition refund Thanksgiving Day (College closed) Remembrance Day (College closed) Last day to drop a course with a Grade of W (Withdrawal) Last day of classes First day of open Registration for University of Regina courses offered through Parkland College for the 2014 Winter Semester Final Exams Christmas break Classes resume Last day of registration for Winter off-campus courses Last day to add or change courses without the Dean's permission Last day to drop classes without a Grade of W (Withdrawal) Last day to drop courses with full tuition refund Last day for full payment without a penalty Last day to drop courses with 50% tuition refund Family Day (College closed) Student mid-term break Last day to drop a course with a Grade of W (Withdrawal) Last day of classes Final Exams Good Friday (College closed) Easter Monday (College closed) NOTE: University of Regina courses with low enrolments will be cancelled two weeks prior to the date classes begin. Therefore, students are advised to register early to avoid course cancellations. 2013-2014 Student Manual 9 University of Saskatchewan **Please refer to www.usask.ca website for deadline dates. If the following dates occur on a Saturday or Sunday, the deadline automatically becomes 4:30 pm the previous Friday. June 22, 2013 September 5, 2013 September 18, 2013 September 30, 2013 October 14, 2013 November 11, 2013 November 15, 2013 December 4, 2013 December 6-21, 2013 December 23, 2013 – January 3, 2014 January 6, 2014 January 17, 2014 January 31, 2014 February 15, 2014 February 17, 2014 February 18-21, 2014 March 15, 2014 April 8, 2014 April 10-30, 2014 April 18, 2014 April 21, 2014 Registration opens for first year students Classes begin Last day for making changes in registration for first-term classes and for classes extending over both terms Term 1 Payment Deadline Thanksgiving Day (College closed) Remembrance Day (College closed) Last day for withdrawing from first-term classes without academic penalty Last day of classes Final Exams Christmas break Classes resume Last day for making changes in registration for second-term classes Term 2 Payment Deadline Last day for withdrawing without academic penalty from classes extending over two terms Family Day (College closed) Student mid-term break Last day for withdrawing from second-term classes without academic penalty Last day of classes Final Exams Good Friday (College closed) Easter Monday (College closed) 2013-2014 Student Manual 10 SIAST September 3, 2013 September 27, 2013 October 14, 2013 November 11, 2013 December 20, 2013 December 23, 2013 – January 3, 2014 January 6, 2014 February 17, 2014 February 18-21, 2014 March 3-7, 2014 April 18, 2014 April 21, 2014 April 30, 2014 May 19, 2014 May 20, 2014 June 6, 2014 Classes begin (most programs) Staff Workshop (College closed) Thanksgiving Day (College closed) Remembrance Day (College closed) Semester end Christmas break Classes resume Family Day Mid-semester break (option 1)* Mid-semester break (option 2)* Good Friday (College closed) Easter Monday (College closed) Semester end Victoria Day (College closed) Floating stat holiday (College closed) Graduation Day (tentative) *- Programs choose one mid-semester break option in consultation with SIAST Note: Power Engineering students do not receive a mid-semester break. 2013-2014 Student Manual 11 Adult Basic Education – Parkland College September 3, 2013 September 27, 2013 October 14, 2013 November 11, 2013 November 29, 2013 December 2, 2014 December 23, 2013 – January 3, 2014 January 6, 2014 February 17, 2014 February 18-21, 2014 March 20, 2014 April 18, 2014 April 21, 2014 April 22-25, 2014 May 2, 2014 May 19, 2014 May 20, 2014 June 6, 2014 June 25, 2014 June 26, 2014 School begins Trimester 1 begins (Yorkton) Staff Workshop (College closed) Thanksgiving Day (College closed) Remembrance Day (College closed) No School (Yorkton) Trimester 2 begins (Yorkton) Christmas break Classes resume Family Day (College closed) Mid-semester break Trimester 3 begins (Yorkton) Good Friday (College closed) Easter Monday (College closed) Easter Break No School (All campuses) Victoria Day (College closed) Floating stat holiday (College closed) Graduation Day (tentative) Last Day of School (Rural) Last Day of School (Yorkton) 2013-2014 Student Manual 12 STUDENT POLICIES, EXPECTATIONS & INFORMATION Student Rights & Responsibilities Parkland College strives to offer an environment for lifelong learning. In all matters of personal conduct, whether in academic work or college activities, students are expected to be responsible members of the College and community. Students are encouraged to engage in discussion and inquiry relevant to their classroom studies. While Parkland College is responsible for maintaining standards of academic performance established by the curriculum, students have the right to be informed of the procedures and standards by which they are graded. Student performance is evaluated on academic achievement in class. Disrespectful behaviour, dress or conduct will be addressed on an individual basis. This is not limited to but includes harassment (verbal/physical), attendance, punctuality, substance abuse, inappropriate clothing, etc. Extreme consequences are dismissal from your program. Accommodation A list of apartments, room & board, light housekeeping, and/or shared accommodations available is listed www.movingtoyorkton.com. Rental arrangements are made between the student and the rental agent. Academic Procedures As a student, you are required to comply with the academic regulations of the educational institute (i.e. cheating, plagiarism or dishonest behaviour). Academic regulations are designed to help you effectively pursue and achieve your academic goals while maintaining a high-quality learning environment. See Appendix 1 Non-Academic Procedures Issues of a non-academic nature will first be discussed with the student. If the College determines the issue is not resolved, the student may then be placed on discipline. This process is outlined in Appendix 2. Suspension or discontinuation from a program may result depending on the nature of the issue. Parkland College has ZERO TOLERANCE TO VIOLENCE. As per Occupational Health & Safety regulations, harassment, violence, verbal or physical abuse of any staff or student is not acceptable and will be dealt with accordingly. Accident Insurance Students have limited personal accident insurance while going to and from school. Please request the accident insurance brochure should you need it. 2013-2014 Student Manual 13 Accuplacer Policy ACCUPLACER is a testing system that measures skills in reading, writing, and math. Many programs at SIAST have adopted ACCUPLACER as part of their Special Admission process. It is free for SIAST applicants and students, including Parkland College students enrolled in SIAST programs. People who are not SIAST applicants or students – such as those with the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission – can take ACCUPLACER for a fee. More information is available at http://gosiast.com/admissions/admission-requirements/documents/ACCUPLACER-testing.pdf Adding/Withdrawing Classes/Refunds Deadlines are set by the credit granting institute for adding or withdrawing classes. Contact a counsellor or instructor. The College Refund Policy will be utilized for any refund of tuition (paid to Parkland College) should students drop classes or be required to discontinue classes or a program. See Appendix 3. Anti-Harassment Policy The College is committed to providing a harassment free environment for working and learning. The College declares that it will neither tolerate nor condone any inappropriate or irresponsible conduct which creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment for work or study through the harassment of an individual or group on the basis of sex, age, gender orientation, race, religion or disability. Parkland College promotes: “A workplace free of Harassment and Violence. Any verbal or physical abuse of Parkland College students, employees or clients will not be tolerated”. Parkland College defines harassment as "objectionable conduct, comment, or display made on either a one-time or conditional basis that demeans, belittles, or causes humiliation to a person and that is known, or should be known, to be unwelcome. It is objectionable conduct or comment, directed towards a specific person(s), which has no legitimate purpose. It may result in an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment, impacting on the individual’s ability to work and learn. Harassment may or may not be intentional.” If you believe you are being subjected to harassment: Take direct action - ask the person to stop Talk to your instructor, coordinator, or counsellor Keep records (dates, times) of the incidents and the names of any witnesses Complaints of harassment can be resolved informally, through mediation, or formally, through a formal complaint procedure/investigation. The College’s Anti-Harassment Policy is posted in every College campus. Copies of the complete document are available on request. Contact your local College counsellor for assistance. Attendance Parkland College programs involve education and training to ultimately prepare their students for employment and as such there are expectations of attendance and punctuality for all students. Students are encouraged to keep in contact with instructors when away for illness and are responsible for all work missed. Absenteeism (ie. no contact, frequently absent) will result in discontinuation. 2013-2014 Student Manual 14 Attendance and Student Loans or Sponsorship You are responsible for understanding and abiding by the regulations and agreements of your loan or sponsorship. Guidelines for sponsored students regarding attendance and academic standing may be more specific than stated above. Sponsored students may be required to discontinue should their funding be cancelled. Program instructors do not deal with student/sponsoring agency funding issues. However, we do provide student progress reports and attendance information to funding agencies when requested. Cell Phones Use of cell phones to send or receive calls or text messages is strictly prohibited during scheduled class times. This time includes both lecture and scheduled work period time. While writing midterms or finals cell phones are banned from the classroom. Consequences for using cell phones during classroom time could include removal of the student from the classroom or confiscation of cell phone until class is completed. Repeated abuse may result in the student being removed from the program. All cell phones are to be turned off (including no texting) during class. Change of Address Any change of address or phone numbers during and after completion of your program need to be given to the College in order that income tax receipts and pertinent correspondence are forwarded. College Clothing & Merchandise Parkland College clothing is available throughout the year from the Yorkton Campus. Stock on some items may be limited or may be special ordered. Please refer to the Current Students website at students.parklandcollege.sk.ca for more details. Computer Usage Policy The use of computers is available to all Parkland College students who have network accounts. Network accounts can be used at all Parkland College Campuses. All students who wish to use the Parkland College network, computers or personal computers are required to have a network account. Parkland College Photo Identification must be presented to get a network account. The College will not condone the unacceptable use of computers and computer facilities. Instructors may use the internet to enhance a students learning by giving limited access to certain sites. Instructors also have the 2013-2014 Student Manual 15 authority to deny or revoke student’s access to the internet and Parkland College computers if the rules are not followed. As a student using the computer lab, you are expected to leave the work area in a neat and tidy condition, ready for the next person to use. No food or beverages will be allowed in the computer room. Any tampering of system files will not be tolerated. Please refer to the Current Students website at students.parklandcollege.sk.ca for more details on The Acceptable Use of Computers and Computer Facilities. Courtesy/Pay Phones (Yorkton) Students must be aware that the College phones are business phones. A courtesy phone and a public pay phone are located in the Student Lounge for personal calls. The courtesy phone is only for outgoing local calls. This is a “courtesy” phone for students needing to contact babysitters, schools, etc. so please be considerate of others’ needs when using. The public pay phone can be used for all paid personal calls as well as collect, calling card or 800+ toll free calls. Daycare (Yorkton) The Kid’s Zone Early Learning & Childcare Facility Inc. (up to 18 months) located in the YRHS and the Kid’s Zone Daycare (18 months to 5 years) located in our facility may have openings for your children. If you are interested, call 782-2173 for more information. Exam Procedures It is expected that all students write all quizzes, midterm and final exams as posted or scheduled. If any exams are missed without notifying the instructor prior to the start of the exam, a zero grade will be given. Given extenuating circumstances, the date of a quiz, midterm or final exam for an individual student may be changed at the discretion of the instructor. These arrangements must be made prior to the commencement of the originally scheduled exam. Please note that there are very few acceptable reasons to change the date of any quiz or exam for a student. Items allowed in the exam room will be limited to pens, pencils, eraser and items specific to the exam as indicated by the instructor. No cell phones or technology enhanced transmission instruments will be allowed in any examination. i.e. iPhones, Blackberries, iPods, etc. Fire Procedures and Exits Fire drills will be run throughout the year. Please make yourself familiar with exits and the procedure to be followed by all present in the building. Take all fire sirens seriously. There is always the potential of a real fire. Your instructor will go through the process with you in class. A map of the building is located in your classroom. First Aid A first aid kit is available by contacting the main office. Parkland College staff does not provide nor administer any kind of medication including Tylenol, Advil, aspirin, etc. 2013-2014 Student Manual 16 Graduation Parkland College hosts a college wide grad for students who have met all the completion requirements of their program (i.e. basic education, certificate, diploma, degree). Achievement awards may be presented in areas of Instructor Award, Outstanding Student, Most Improved and/or Perfect Attendance. Graduation will be held June 6, 2014 at St. Mary’s Cultural Centre in Yorkton, SK. Graduation Tickets • • • Students receive one complimentary ticket. Students are entitled to purchase two (2) tickets before the ticket deadline. After the ticket deadline students can purchase any remaining tickets required. Graduation Gowns • • All graduates must wear a gown for the graduation ceremony. Gowns are complimentary and provided at no cost to students by Parkland College. Please refer to the Current Students website at students.parklandcollege.sk.ca for more details as they become available. Health & Dental Skills training students enrolled at Parkland College are eligible for coverage under the Parkland College Benefit Plan. The cost of the plan is included in your institutional fees provided you are a full-time student in an applicable program, you meet the full-time criteria for your program of 32 weeks or more (enrolled in at least 60% of Course load), you are residing in Canada, and you are under the age of 70. This coverage is not available to students enrolled in University or Adult Basic Education at Parkland College. Complete details can be found at https://mystudentplan.ca/parkland Lockers (Yorkton) Lockers are available to students at no charge. College supplied locks are the only locks permitted. Please see Reception if you would like a locker. Lounge Area The College provides a Student Lounge for students to meet, socialize and eat. The lounge includes coffee/snack machines, courtesy/pay phones (Yorkton/ Melville), fridge, microwave and sink for student use. Parking Parking of student vehicles in college parking lots is to be considered a privilege and not a right. Parking is available at no charge, on a first-come, first-served basis. (Yorkton) Student parking is available on the west side of the building. Parking out the main doors on the north side of the building is for visitors only. Students have access to any space that is not designated as Staff Parking (numbered plug-in parking spots). Rural students must park in assigned areas at each campus. Vehicles in areas other than those designated for student parking may be ticketed and towed away at the owner's expense. 2013-2014 Student Manual 17 Smoking All campuses are designated non-smoking. Phone Calls for Absences and/or Family/School Emergencies Students are encouraged to call their instructor’s office number leaving a message to advise of absences. The College main numbers may be given to family/schools for emergencies. In Yorkton, messages for students will be posted on the Student Message Board in the Student Lounge. Yorkton Campus: 783-6566 (local calls); Melville Campus: 728-4471 (local calls); Fort Qu’Appelle Campus: 332-5416 (local calls); Esterhazy Campus: 745-2878 (local calls); Canora Campus: 563-6808 (local calls); Toll free within Saskatchewan: 1 866 783-6766. Photocopying/Faxing Program materials will be copied by your instructor. Personal copying (class notes, etc.) will be 10 cents per page and done when time allows by staff. Faxing will be $1.00 per page outgoing and 10 cents per page for incoming faxes. Personal Belongings Parkland College is not responsible for any items left in a classroom or left in lockers. Do not bring valuables or leave items unattended. Lockers may be available. Scholarships Parkland College’s Scholarship Initiative was established during the celebration of the College’s 25th Anniversary in 1998. All proceeds from the event were donated to the Parkland College Scholarship Fund. Since that time the fund has surpassed the $100,000 mark in scholarship opportunities for Parkland College students. The purpose of the Scholarship Fund remains to promote, encourage and sponsor education and training for adults in our region. Students enrolled at Parkland College must meet the requirements specified for each scholarship in order to be eligible for a scholarship. Students can apply for entrance scholarships and internal scholarships based on merit and financial need. Application information will be provided to students during the program year. Please refer to the Current Students website at students.parklandcollege.sk.ca for more details as they become available. 2013-2014 Student Manual 18 Student Activity Fee The Student Fee is administered by Parkland College to provide programs and services to the student body. All post-secondary full-time and part-time students including university programs as well as ABE students are required to pay student fees. Some of the programs and services provided by this fee include, orientation events and activities, sports, barbeques, dress up days, student services, fax services, college publications, use of technologies, and individual student cards where required. Post-Secondary Post-Secondary Part-time ABE $100.00 $60.00 $60.00 In addition, the student activity fee entitles students to a Parkland College Student Card that allows students to access discounts in local restaurants, entertainment, some transportation and Parkland College merchandise. Please refer to the Current Students website at students.parklandcollege.sk.ca for a full list of student discounts available. Tutor Support The EDGE Learning Centre is a one-stop student help centre for independent study and/or tutorial assistance. Students are encouraged to use the Learning Centre rooms for independent study, peer tutoring, group work, drop-in-tutorials, as well as regularly scheduled group tutorials. The EDGE rooms are • • • • Room 110 in Yorkton Board room in Melville Tutorial room in Kamsack Student study area in Fort Qu’Appelle Group tutorials in math, GED, and/or English are regularly scheduled throughout the year in Yorkton, Kamsack, Melville and Fort Qu’Appelle. The math and English tutorials will focus on preparing ABE applicants to enter into ABE and on assisting registered ABE students as they prepare to write the GED exams. Students will be asked to register in these tutorials and to commit to a regular schedule. Dropin tutorials, available in Yorkton only, are for registered Parkland College students only, are not subjectspecific, and do not require registration or committed attendance. Students experiencing difficulties in learning may be referred to a learning specialist for assessment. One-to-one Tutorial assistance may be recommended by the learning specialist. 2013-2014 Student Manual 19 Appendix 1 – Academic Progress Students who do not meet the academic performance of their program will meet with their instructor to create an Academic Learning Plan. The intention is to assist the student in assessing their situation with the end goal of developing an action plan. The plan will be continually refreshed and revised as the student continues to improve. The discussion is broken down into the following sections: 1. Defining problem areas 2. Brainstorming resources and possibilities 3. Discussing possible solutions and outlining an academic learning plan Skills Training Programs A student is placed on academic probation when he/she: 1. Fails to achieve a term average of at least 60 percent; or 2. Fails two courses totaling at least six credit units during the term; or Fails three courses totaling at least nine credit units during the year; or 3. Does not meet performance expectations and/or deadlines as outline by the course instructor. A student is required to discontinue when he/she: 1. Fails to maintain a minimum term average of 60 percent for two consecutive terms; or 2. Fails three or more courses totaling at least nine credit units during term, or Fails four or more courses totaling at least 12 credit units during the year. 3. Fails a clinical or practicum that is an essential pre-requisite to the program continuation; or 4. Fails to successfully complete the conditions of academic probation as outlined by the program head; or 5. Fails a required course three times. Adult Basic Education Adult 10 and Adult 12 full-time students are expected to complete a minimum number of 5 credits per year in Kamsack, Fort Qu’Appelle, Melville, 6 credits per year in Yorkton Adult 10/GED and 7 credits per year in Yorkton Adult 12. Time-line exceptions may be identified and put in place by the instructor, and learning specialist. Students may be discontinued from their program for academic or behaviour reasons. Lack of progress is an acceptable reason for discipline or discontinuation. 2013-2014 Student Manual 20 Appendix 2 – Discipline Procedure Skills Training Programs Educational institutions procedures will be followed for academic issues and will be handled jointly. For situations of non-academic issues, the College will communicate the issue/concern to the student. If the College decides that the issue is not resolved, the student will be placed on Discipline Report. Note: “College” refers to Parkland College. Step 1 The instructor will communicate (in writing) to the student the unacceptable behaviour and explain what is expected from the student. The student or instructor will develop a plan of action that is acceptable to the College. The instructor will fill in and sign Step 1 of the Discipline Report The student will sign the Report to show that she/he has seen and read it The instructor will keep the original and give copies to the student Step 2 If unacceptable behaviour continues, the next Step in the Discipline Procedure will be used After consulting with the Coordinator, the instructor will again communicate the problem to the student. The instructor will develop a plan of action and a time and method to review its success The instructor will fill in and sign STEP 2 on the original Discipline Report Form The student will again sign the Report to show that she/he has seen and read it The instructor will send the original to the Coordinator The Coordinator will authorize the Report and send copies to the student, instructor, and sponsoring agency. A copy will be placed in the student’s permanent file. If a student is successful in following through with a plan of action it will be considered resolved. Step 3 If the regular review of STEP 2 does not show that there has been significant change in the student’s behaviour, the next step in the Discipline Procedure will be used The instructor shall consult with the Coordinator and or Program Director. The instructor will complete STEP 3 of the Discipline Report, recommending a course of action and send it to the Coordinator and/or Program Director The student will, in writing, be notified that she/he has been discontinued from the program, outlining the reason (s) for the discontinuation and making referral recommendations Copies of this letter will be placed in the student’s permanent file and sent to the instructor, coordinator and sponsoring agency The student has the right to appeal STEP 3. Note: If the student refuses to sign any step report before the start of the next College day, the student will automatically be suspended from the program. 2013-2014 Student Manual 21 Adult Basic Education Discipline Report Procedure If a student’s behavior or attendance does not meet College expectations, the College will communicate the issue/concern to the student. If the College decides that the issue is not resolved, the student will be placed on Discipline Report. Note: “College” refers to Parkland College. 1. The instructor identifies issues/concerns as well as expected changes and you are given a verbal warning. If you resolve issues or concerns, there will be no further action. 2. If issues or concerns continue or additional concerns are noted, you will be placed on Step 1. This includes written documentation of the concern and a plan of action for resolution. If you resolve the issues or concerns, there will be no further action. After 4 weeks, if issues/concerns are resolved, you will be removed from Step 1. 3. If issues or concerns continue or additional concerns are noted, you will be placed on Step 2. This includes further written documentation of the concern and a new plan of action for resolving the issue. The documentation could be in the form of a strict contract, outlining the specific issues you need to address and the action needed to address them. In cases where you are absent, the instructor will complete a Step 2 form without your presence, in order to meet this documentation requirement. If you resolve the issues or concerns, there will be no further action. After 8 weeks, you will be removed from Step 2. 4. If issues or concerns have still not been resolved, you will be placed on Step 3, which is discontinuation from the program and automatic discontinuation of PTA. In some rare cases, the instructor may recommend a contract for you, rather than immediately implementing Step 3. NOTE: The “8-Day Rule” is followed by Yorkton Adult 12 for Attendance issues. If a student has missed 8 class periods from any one class in the Adult 12 program, the individual may be discontinued from that class. The Yorkton Adult 12 Step Procedure is based on days missed, not attendance percentages. Warning at 2 days, Step 1 at 3 days, Step 2 at 6 days, Step 3(discontinuation) at 8 days. Student Misconduct As a student, you need to know what constitutes misconduct. Misconduct includes, but is not limited to: Cheating: eg. copying and/or using someone else’s work Disruption of Activities: any behaviour that is disruptive to your instructor and/or another student (for example, excessive talking, eating in class, swearing) Harassment (see Parkland College Anti-Harassment Policy) Inappropriate use of computers (see the Computer and Internet Use Policy) Plagiarism: eg. copying off the Internet, copying from a book without crediting the source 2013-2014 Student Manual 22 Theft Use of alcohol or other drugs while attending classes Those displaying behaviour regarded as misconduct will be subject to the discipline procedure, or in some cases may be suspended or discontinued immediately. Gross Misconduct In cases where it is deemed that you are a threat to yourself or to others, you will be discontinued immediately. PARKLAND COLLEGE has ZERO TOLERANCE TO VIOLENCE! In cases where violence is an issue, you will be discontinued immediately. Student Appeal Process Policy: The College will provide an avenue of appeal for students who have been discontinued. Procedure: Before entering an appeal, the student is encouraged to discuss the issue of concern with the instructor and/or counsellor. It is the responsibility of the student to officially begin the Student Appeal Process as outlined. 1. The first step is to prepare a written letter of appeal and email or fax it to the Coordinator in charge of the program. This must be done within 10 days of the discontinuation. 2. The Coordinator in charge of the program will rule on the appeal within 10 days of receiving it. The Coordinator will explain the ruling to the student and send a copy of the appeal and the ruling to the Manager or appropriate Director in charge of the program. 3. If the student is not satisfied with the Coordinator’s ruling, she/he can appeal by email or fax to the Manager or appropriate Director in charge within 10 days. The Manager/Director in charge will rule on the appeal and explain the ruling to the student within 10 days. 4. If the student is not satisfied with the Manager/Director’s ruling, she/he can appeal by email or fax to the President of Parkland College within 10 days. The President of Parkland College will rule on the appeal and explain the ruling to the student within 10 days. The student may choose to drop the appeal process at any point in the process. Only one appeal per student will be granted in an academic year. Discontinuation/ Withdrawal If you are discontinued, you will usually be required to wait one full academic year before re-applying to any Adult Basic Education program at Parkland College. Readmission to College ABE programs will be processed according to the College intake procedure. If you voluntarily withdraw, you will usually be required to meet with your instructor and student counselor to set up a plan for your return. If you are discontinued or withdraw for reasons deemed to require counseling or outside intervention, documentation will usually be required to verify the follow-through before re-admission will be considered. 2013-2014 Student Manual 23 On re-admission, you may be required to serve a probationary period of at least one month on a strict contract. The contract will act as the initial verbal warning. If issues or concerns raised in the contract continue or additional concerns are noted, Step 1 would be the first documentation needed in the discipline format, followed by Step 2 (if needed), followed by Step 3, which is discontinuation from Adult Basic Education. Please remember: If you have been discontinued or withdrawn three times from Adult Basic Education, you CANNOT attend any future ABE programs offered by the College. University Student Misconduct As a student, you need to know what constitutes misconduct. Misconduct includes, but is not limited to, cheating, plagiarism, and disruption of instructional activities, fighting, harassment, theft, inappropriate use of computers, and/or use of alcohol or other drugs while attending classes. Misconduct also includes: • • • Cheating: eg. copying and/or using someone else’s work Plagiarism: eg. copying off the Internet, copying out a book without crediting the source of your information Disruption of Activities: any behaviour that is disruptive to your instructor and/or another student (for example, excessive talking, eating in class, swearing) Those unable to comply with the above will be subject to the discipline procedure, or in some cases may be suspended or discontinued immediately. Gross Misconduct In cases where it is deemed that you are a threat to yourself or to others, you will be discontinued immediately. 2013-2014 Student Manual 24 Appendix 3 – Refund Policies Skills Training Programs Students who notify the college in writing of their withdrawal, or are discontinued by the college, may be entitled to a refund of tuition only. Refunds are not provided for materials and/or textbooks. Where the accrediting institution has a Refund Policy, their policy will take precedence over the policy below. Please refer to the accrediting institutions website for details on the refund policy. 1. Accepted and/or conditionally accepted students who withdraw 30 calendar days or more prior to the start date of their program session are entitled to a refund of paid tuition. An administrative withdrawal fee of $105 will be withheld. 2. Accepted and/or conditionally accepted students who withdraw within the 29 days prior to the start date of their program session but on or before the sixth scheduled day of their program session are entitled to a full refund of their paid tuition (less the tuition deposit) 3. Certificate and diploma students who withdraw or are discontinued after the sixth scheduled day of a semester, program (if not semestered) are subject to the following refund regulations: The following apply after the 6th day of the program: Programs organized by semester: • On or before mid point of 1st semester • After mid point of 1st semester • On or before mid point of 2nd semester • After mid point of 2nd semester • • • • Applied Certificate programs: • On or before the mid point • After mid point of the program • 50% refund • No refund Non-semestered programs: • On or before the 1st quarter of the program • Between 1st quarter and the mid point of the program • After mid point of the program 50% of 1st semester, full refund of 2nd semester Full refund of 2nd semester 50% of 2nd semester No refund • 75% refund • 50% refund • No refund All application fees paid are NON-REFUNDABLE. This refund policy does not apply to Firefighter Professional Qualification Programs. 2013-2014 Student Manual 25 Firefighter Training Students withdrawing from this program must submit a written request for a tuition refund to Parkland College. The request will be considered based on the circumstances and time frame. If student withdraws prior to the program start date – refund of tuition less deposit paid will be refunded. If student withdraws within the first 5 days of the program – 50% tuition refund If student withdraws after the 5th day of the program – no refund. Refunds are not provided for materials. Adult Basic Education Each ABE student must submit a $40.00 book caution fee prior to enrolment as a replacement cost for lost or damaged books. When all books are returned undamaged and when your instructors have confirmed the return of all materials, you can apply to get a caution fee refund. If all conditions are met, a refund cheque will be mailed to you. University Any credit resulting from dropping a class will be applied against any other tuition or fees owed to the University, either for the current term or the next term. If no monies are owed, you may request a refund through either the University of Regina or University of Saskatchewan. If you have negotiated a student loan, any credit will be returned to the loan provider so as to reduce the balance owing. 2013-2014 Student Manual 26 Appendix 4 - University Program Information 2013-2014 Student Manual 27 University Program Information INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................. 2 EXAM INVIGILATION ................................................................................................................................. 3 LIBRARY ..................................................................................................................................................... 3 TEXT BOOKS .............................................................................................................................................. 3 SUCCESSFUL TRANSITION TO UNIVERSITY................................................................................................ 3 PROGRAM INFORMATION GUIDE ................................................................................................................. 4 FACULTIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN ............................................................................... 4 FACULTIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF REGINA .............................................................................................. 7 ADMISSION/REGISTRATION – UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN ................................................................. 9 ADMISSION ............................................................................................................................................... 9 REGISTRATION ........................................................................................................................................ 10 TUITION/FEES .......................................................................................................................................... 10 ADMISSION/REGISTRATION – UNIVERSITY OF REGINA .............................................................................. 11 ADMISSION ............................................................................................................................................. 11 REGISTRATION ........................................................................................................................................ 11 TUITION/FEES .......................................................................................................................................... 12 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ............................................................................................................................... 14 UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN............................................................................................................ 14 UNIVERSITY OF REGINA .......................................................................................................................... 16 1 INTRODUCTION Parkland College in Yorkton is a designated Arts and Science site for the University of Regina (U of R) and for the University of Saskatchewan (U of S). University courses at Parkland College enable you to: Begin a degree in the College of Arts and Science or the College of Agriculture at the U of S or any faculty of University of Regina Enroll in any of the following pre-Professional programs: Pre-Administration, Pre-Architecture, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Education, Pre-Journalism, Pre-Law, Pre-Medicine, Pre-Nutrition and Dietetics, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Optometry, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Social Work and Pre-Veterinary Medicine. Enroll in courses with the intention of transferring to the College of Commerce, Engineering, or Kinesiology. Transfer credits between the U of R and the U of S (or to another university or vocational/technical institute). Transferability of courses should always be confirmed prior to registration. This process has been streamlined for Saskatchewan Institutions. Visit www.saskcat.ca/transferguide.asp for details. Complete a four-year Bachelor of Social Work degree from the U of R. Other complete degrees are available in Human Justice, Police Studies, and Sociology through a blend of face-to-face and online courses. All degree courses offered through Parkland College have exactly the same value as courses offered oncampus. The lab content in the Natural Science courses is also exactly the same. University professors in Yorkton must meet the same standards as sessional lecturers’ on-campus, and are selected by the university’s appropriate college or faculty. Although the majority of the courses are offered with the professor in the classroom, the College also participates in innovative distance education delivery systems from both universities using video-conferencing (multi-mode), internet and satellite television. Note: Parkland College can provide advice based on the information available at the time of the counselling session. The final decision to register in classes is the student’s responsibility. 2 EXAM INVIGILATION As per Parkland College Policy regarding exam invigilation fees, each student will be charged $15.00 per exam, where the post-secondary institution does not provide an invigilation fee. This charge does not apply to face-to-face or SCN courses. LIBRARY The on-campus University of Saskatchewan Library is available through the Internet. This enables students to carry out a library search and then request the resources via the Internet, telephone or fax from the university library. The University of Regina Library provides a similar service called U-Read. Students may request materials from either library, by mail, toll-free telephone, fax or e-mail. University of Saskatchewan 1-888-859-9999 or Fax: 306-966-6040 E-mail: ustudy@library.usask.ca University of Regina 1-800-667-6014 or Fax: 306-586-9862 E-Mail: uread@uregina.ca TEXT BOOKS University textbooks are to be ordered directly from each university’s Bookstore: University of Saskatchewan TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-888-214-8888; and University of Regina TOLL FREE NUMBER 1-888-478-2665. Please indicate you wish to speak to the person responsible for off-campus textbook orders. You may also order books on-line from the University of Regina at www.uregina.ca and the University of Saskatchewan at www.usask.ca SUCCESSFUL TRANSITION TO UNIVERSITY This class is designed to enhance students' academic success. It is offered in the first term and is compulsory for first year university students. This class will help you to appreciate what is expected of you at the University level. Some self-exploration about your own learning style will also be included. Other workshops include critical thinking skills, research skills, study skills, and advice on how to write exams. Tuition is $60.00. 3 PROGRAM INFORMATION GUIDE FACULTIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN The following information indicates the Arts and Science courses available through Parkland College that are transferable to a particular college on campus. For all the pre-professional colleges the applicant should have a second career choice in the event that he/she is not accepted into their desired professional college. The first year of all preprofessional programs may be taken in the College of Arts and Science through Parkland College. HEALTH SCIENCES College of Dentistry Applicants wishing to enter the five year dentistry program require a minimum two years of full-time pre-dentistry studies. These may be taken in the College of Arts and Science. Your fifth class depends on the direction of your second year. You could take another Natural Science or Social Science or Humanities depending on your fourth class selection. Students must have 30 credits each year and must maintain a 70% average. College of Medicine Applicants wishing to enter the four year medicine program require a four-year Bachelor degree in any subject, there are certain required classes that may be taken as electives or core classes. Students must maintain a 78% average to apply. Nutrition and Dietetics Applicants wishing to enter the four-year nutrition program require one year (30 c.u.) of Pre-Nutrition studies. Students must complete 30 credits and maintain a 70% or greater average by April of the year they plan to apply to Nutrition. Nutrition students must take 12 credits of social science, humanities or fine arts. In addition students must write the entrance to the College of Pharmacy & Nutrition exam in March of the year for which they are applying. College of Pharmacy Applicants wishing to enter the four-year pharmacy program require one year (30 c.u.) of Pre-Pharmacy studies. Students must complete 30 credits and maintain a 70% or greater average by April of the year they plan to apply to Pharmacy. Pharmacy students must take 12 credits of social science, humanities or fine arts. In addition students must write the entrance to the College of Pharmacy & Nutrition exam in March of the year for which they are applying. 4 Sample Program Layout for Health Sciences: Terms 1 & 2 Term 1 Term 2 ENG 114.3 ENG 113.3 BIOL 120.3 BIOL 121.3 CHEM 104 CHEM 140 (U of R Transfer Credit) (U of R Transfer Credit) And 6 c.u. in Social Sciences (PSYC / SOC preferred) 6 c.u. in History, English, Art or Natural Sciences Note: It is recommended that if PHYS 115.3 and 117.3 are also required subjects, they should be taken in the intercession (spring and summer). College of Nursing Applicants wishing to enter the new four year Bachelor of Nursing program should take the following classes as part of the College of Arts and Science and apply for entrance into the second year of the BN program. Terms 1 & 2 Term 1 Term 2 ENG 114.3 BIOL 120.3 CHEM 104 INDG 100 PSYC 120.3 NUTR 120 STATS 120 PSYC 121.3 SOC 112.3 3 c.u. elective Veterinary Medicine Applicants wishing to enter the four-year veterinary medicine program require two years (60 c.u.) of full-time preveterinary medicine studies. These studies may be undertaken in the College of Arts and Science or the College of Agriculture. First year courses which can be taken in the College of Arts and Science include: Terms 1 & 2 Term 1 ENG 114.3 BIOL 120.3 CHEM 104 Term 2 ENG 113.3 BIOL 121.3 CHEM 140 And 12 c.u. of electives (Agriculture recommended) Students may want to choose AGRIC 111.3 and 112.3 as their elective. However, other options are available such as PSYC 110.6, SOC 111.3 and 112.3, HIST 121.3 and 122.3, INDG 100 and CMPT 100. 5 OTHER COLLEGES College of Commerce Terms 1 & 2 Term 1 ENG 114.3 ECON120 (SIAST) Term 2 ENG 113.3 ECON 121(SIAST) CMPT 100.3 STATS 120 (SIAST) And 12 c.u. in Social Sciences or Humanities or Business Admin classes from SIAST (transfer to U of S). Check with the Post-Secondary Student Advisor to set up a program. Note: Students must maintain a 72% or better average to transfer to the College of Commerce. College of Agriculture and Bioresources There are several different programs in the College of Ag and Bioresources. Please consult a counsellor before you register in classes. Below is a suggested list of classes. Terms 1 & 2 Term 1 Term 2 ENG 114.3 AGRIC 112.3 ECON 120 (SIAST) ENG 113.3 BIOL 120.3 BIOL 121.3 CHEM 1043 CHEM 140 3 c.u. of electives AGRIC 111.3 Non-Direct Entry College of Education at University of Saskatchewan The College of Education requires 60 c.u. of transferable credits from the College of Arts and Science. Students selecting Education must choose either an Elementary or a Secondary Program option. Within these options students must select a Teaching Area I and a Teaching Area II. Because of this, first year programs will vary slightly. A first year is possible through Parkland College. Please contact the Post-Secondary Student Advisor for help in setting up your program. College of Law To be eligible for admission to the College of Law, an applicant must have either a) acquired a university degree from a recognized institution; or b) successfully completed at least two years of University studies (60 c.u.), including at least 12 c.u. in the Humanities or Social Sciences, at a recognized university, or the equivalent of such work. Because of the flexibility of this degree it is recommended that you speak to a Post-Secondary Student Advisor. Depending on the direction of your university degree, you may take the following courses: Terms 1 & 2 Term 1 Term 2 ENG 114.3 ENG 113.3 SOC 111.3 PSYC 121.3 PSYC 120.3 And 6 c.u. in Natural Sciences 6 c.u. in Humanities 3 c.u. in Social Sciences 6 FACULTIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF REGINA Faculty of Education The four year B.Ed. program in Elementary Education consists of three components: academic courses taken outside the Faculty of Education, professional courses taken from the Faculty, and in-school experiences. Students frequently experience difficulty getting accepted by the Faculty of Education, but can take classes leading toward the B. Ed (24 credits), and transfer to the faculty as a university student rather than as a high-school student. Please see the PostSecondary Student Advisor to plan your program. Terms 1 & 2 Term 1 Term 2 ENG 100.3 ENG 113.3 KHS 139 ECS 100 HIST 121.6 HIST 152 ECS 110 Minor Elective Minor Elective Elective Pre-Business Administration The following courses transfer to the Business Administration Program: Terms 1 & 2 Term 1 ENG 100.3 ECON120 (SIAST) ADMIN 220 (SIAST) Term 2 ECON 121 (SIAST) CMPT 100.3 STATS 120 (SIAST) And 12 c.u. of either a Humanities or Social Science Pre-Journalism The degree in journalism and communications is a four-year program with two stages of two years each. Students will register in the faculty of Arts and Science for the first stage. Because of the flexibility in this program, please contact the Post-Secondary Student Advisor for assistance in selecting classes. Pre-Social Work and Social Work Degree Program The following courses fit the requirements for Social Work Qualifying year. Terms 1 & 2 Term 1 Term 2 ENG 100.3 Eng 113.3 INDG 100 INDG 201 SW 100 PSYC 121.3 SOC 111.3 WGST 112.3 PSYC 120.3 Open elective Students must ensure that they take 30 credits of classes prior to applying to the Faculty of Social Work. Applications for the Bachelor of Social Work are found online at the University of Regina website and must be mailed to the Faculty of Social Work by January 15th. Students interested in Social Work can complete their degree in Social Work right in Yorkton. 7 The social work program of education, research and community service is designed to prepare students for critical generalist social work practice with diverse peoples. Informed by the principles of social justice, the social work program encourages students to identify the needs of the disadvantaged, marginalized and oppressed; to develop the commitment, knowledge, values, attitudes, and skills required to confront structural inequalities; to address personal issues; and to empower individuals, families, and communities to realize their full potential. Parkland College offers the core classes from the program requirements to enable newcomers into the program the opportunity to complete their degree requirements. Core classes are usually available on a two/three year rotating basis. Electives are offered based on a combination of student requests and instructor availability. Other Social Work classes can be obtained online from the University of Regina, or from University of Waterloo, University of Victoria, and Dalhousie University via Distance Education. Please see Gwen for details (306) 786-2593. Human Justice/Police Studies The Human Justice Program advances justice, including social, legal, and community justice, by offering an accessible liberatory adult educational program based on a multidisciplinary and inter-professional curriculum, by conducting participatory, descriptive, theoretical and critical research and by preparing people for human service work strongly directed toward social development and human rights in the community and around the world. Undergraduate programs in Police Studies and Human Justice enable students to integrate theory and practice while they pursue their university degrees. Police Studies students do a semester at the Saskatchewan Police College and an internship with a police service before graduating. Human Justice Students do an Introductory Practicum and an Advanced Practicum in which they earn academic credit during work placements in service agencies. Term 1 & Term 2 Term 1 Term 2 ENG 100.3 ENG 113.3 INDG 100 INDG 101 JS 100 WGST 112 Psyc 120.3 Psyc 121.3 And 6 c.u. of either a Humanities or Social Science RLST 100 and KHS 171 are recommended 8 ADMISSION/REGISTRATION – UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN ADMISSION All new students must apply for admission to, and be accepted by, the University of Saskatchewan before they can register in any course. The following is required to apply for admission: University of Saskatchewan Application form; $90.00 Admission fee; two official high school transcripts (transcripts are sent electronically from the Department of Learning to the U of S); two official transcripts from any other post-secondary institution attended (transcripts will not be accepted directly from applicants). Saskatchewan High School students applying for early conditional acceptance may include an interim copy of their high school marks or can self-report grades on the University website when they apply, followed by the official transcript from the Department of Learning in July. Students applying for special (mature) admission will also have to include a copy of their driver’s licence showing they are a Saskatchewan resident, proof of age, 21 and over, and a letter outlining the student’s intentions, goals and how they will succeed. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that the admission requirements for his/her College and/or program are met. Refer to the University of Saskatchewan Calendar for more details. High School Admission Requirements - College of Arts & Science A first year, full-time College of Arts and Science program is available in Yorkton. The requirements for admission are as follows: Complete secondary level standing (24 credits or equivalent) in Saskatchewan with a minimum overall average of 70% in the following subjects: English A 30 or B30 Mathematics A 30 or B30 or C30 or Foundations 30 or Pre-Calculus 30 or Calculus 30 One Natural Science or Social Science or Humanities One Social Science or Humanities or Fine Art One Natural Science or Fine Art * Note: See Admission Requirements for Arts & Science in the general calendar. The following subjects numbered 20 and 30 are not acceptable for admission purposes: Family Life Education, Career Exploration, Work Experience 20 or 30 General Mathematics 20 or 30; Math 21 or 31; Mathematics 20 (Alternate Program) English 21 or 31 There are other subjects which are not acceptable. For further details contact Admissions, Office of the Registrar. Unclassified Admission Unclassified students are those students registered in selected credit courses, but not committed or admitted to a degree program at this time. For further information please contact the University Co-ordinator. 9 REGISTRATION All students must formally register through PAWS (Personalized Access to Web Services) at the University of Saskatchewan before they can attend any course. Information and access times are posted on the Registration Web site at http://students.usask.ca/academic/registration. Most of the information you will need can be found on this site. Students who need help registering are welcome to contact the Parkland College at 306-783-6566 or 1-866-7836766. Note: Registration automatically results in a financial obligation. Non-payment of fees or non-attendance does not constitute cancellation of a course. MINIMUM REGISTRATION FEE AND COMPLETE CANCELLATION Students who have registered for classes and drop all of their classes will incur a $30.00 penalty per term. Students cancelling their entire registration, regardless of term, after August 15, will be assessed a $60 minimum registration fee or cancellation charge on an individual class basis, whichever is greater. Students who register after August 15, and then completely withdraw, regardless of term, will be assessed the $60 minimum registration fee. TUITION/FEES A full-time student can expect to pay approximately $5,250.00 in tuition for the academic year. Payments can be made online or through any bank. If paying by cheque or money order make payable to "University of Saskatchewan" and forward to: STUDENT ACCOUNTS E40-105 Administration Place University of Saskatchewan Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7N 5A2 The student's name and student number should be indicated on the payment. Tuition and student services fee must be paid by September 30 to avoid the late payment fee equal to 1.5% on past due balance. Full-time students may pay their fees in two instalments. The first instalment for fees is due by September 30. The second instalment is due January 31. University of Saskatchewan tuition fees have been increased for the 2012-2013 academic year. 10 ADMISSION/REGISTRATION – UNIVERSITY OF REGINA ADMISSION All new students must apply for admission to, and be accepted by, the University of Regina before they can register in any course. The following is required to apply for admission: University of Regina Application for Admission form; $100 Admission fee for first-time applicants; two official high school transcripts (transcripts are sent electronically from the Department of Learning to the U of R). Saskatchewan High School students applying for early conditional acceptance must include an interim copy of their high school marks when they apply, followed by the official transcript from the Department of Learning in July. Students applying for special (mature) admission will also have to include a copy of their driver’s licence showing they are a Saskatchewan resident, proof of age, 21 and over, and a letter outlining the student’s intentions, goals and how they will succeed. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that the admission requirements for his/her Faculty and/or program are met. Refer to the University of Regina General Calendar for more details. Previous University of Regina students who have not registered in any course during the previous three semesters (Spring/Summer count as a semester); or have been required to discontinue because of unsatisfactory academic standing or suspended for disciplinary reasons; or have attended another post-secondary institution since attending the University of Regina must re-apply for admission. REGISTRATION All undergraduate students are now issued a time-ticket to register. This ticket tells the first day and time that they may register for courses for the upcoming semester. Time-tickets are issued based on credit hours, so that students with more credit hours register first. Students will find their priority registration time-ticket listed in their account on UR Self-Service. The majority of the off-campus courses will not appear on the system until they can be scheduled (the majority in April/May for fall semester and September/October for winter semester). All students may register online or by calling the Off-campus Registration Clerk at 306-585-4114 at the University of Regina before they can attend any course. PLEASE BE PATIENT WHEN REGISTERING BY TELEPHONE – THE PHONE LINE IS OFTEN BUSY! Registration forms may also be faxed in. Please see the University Coordinator for details. REMEMBER: Registration automatically results in a financial obligation to the University of Regina. Non-payment of fees and/or non-attendance does not constitute cancellation of registration. Students must formally cancel a course(s) by phoning 306-585-4114. The date of cancellation affects the amount of tuition refunded, and a student's academic record. Refer to the Off-Campus Degree Credit Courses Bulletin for more details. 11 TUITION/FEES A full-time student can expect to pay approximately $5,250.00 in tuition for the academic year. A cheque or money order made payable to "University of Regina" should be forwarded to: The Business Office University of Regina Regina, Saskatchewan S4S 0A2. The student's name and student number should be indicated on the payment. 12 COLLEGE TELEVISED CLASS SITES The province's universities work closely with the Regional Colleges to deliver credit programs to 150 Saskatchewan classrooms. A selection of University of Saskatchewan and University of Regina courses are available at College sites by televised delivery. Dates, times and other information for these courses are the same as that for the televised courses listed under "Class Schedules for Yorkton Centre". Parkland College Box 776 418 Main Street CANORA, SK S0A 0L0 Phone: 563-6808 Fax: 563-4307 Parkland College Box 850 501 Kennedy Dr. ESTERHAZY, SK S0A 0X0 Phone: 745-2878 Fax: 745-2080 Parkland College Box 398 740 Sioux Avenue FORT QU’APPELLE, SK S0G 1S0 Phone: 332-5416 Fax: 332-5242 High School 218 1st Avenue West KELVINGTON, SK S0A 1W0 Parkland College Box 790 200 Block 9th Avenue E MELVILLE, SK S0A 2P0 Phone: 728-4471 Fax: 728-2576 Preeceville School 225 1st Street NW PREECEVILLE, SK S0A 3B0 Phone: 563-6808 Fax: 327-5113 Phone: 563-6808 Fax: 547-3333 Parkland College 200 Prystai Way YORKTON, SK S3N 4G4 Phone: 786-2585 Call Toll Free Fax: 786-7866 1-866-783-6766 Contact the Yorkton or Melville offices from June to August for more information on university courses. All other offices are closed for the summer months. 13 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN ANTH 111: Introduction to Cultural Anthropology Acquaints the student with contemporary social and cultural variation. The basic mechanisms of society and culture will be explained within a comparative framework. Note: Students with previous credit for ANTH 110 may not take this course for credit. ARCH 112: The Human Journey Introduction to Archaeology and Biological Anthropology This course introduces students to the basic principles of archaeology and biological anthropology by examining human evolutionary and cultural development. The course follows the journey of humanity from our earliest bipedal ancestors, through the emergence of anatomically modern humans, to the eventual advent of agriculture and development of complex urban states. Note: Students with previous credit for ANTH 110 or 112 may not take this course for credit. BIOL 120: The Nature of Life An introduction to the underlying fundamental aspects of living systems: covering cell biology, genetics and the evolutionary processes which lead to complex, multi-cellular life forms. Prerequisite(s): Biology 30 or BIOL 107 or BIOL 108. Note: Chemistry 30 is strongly recommended. Students with credit for BIOL 110 will not receive credit for BIOL 120. BIOL 121: The Diversity of Life Our world has at least 15 million species, all of which have adapted to particular environments and lifestyles and use energy to grow and reproduce. We examine these processes in representative organisms from all the major groups, and discuss factors influencing changes in biodiversity over time and space. Prerequisite(s): Biology 30 or BIOL 107 or BIOL 108. Note: Students with credit for BIOL 110 will not receive credit for BIOL 121. ENG 113: Literature and Composition Reading Narrative An introduction to the major forms of narrative literature in English. In addition to learning the tools of critical analysis, students will study and practise composition. Note: Only 6 credit units of 100-level English may be taken for credit. ENG 114: Literature and Composition Reading Culture An introduction to historical and contemporary cultural forms in English. In addition to learning the tools of critical analysis, students will study and practise composition. Note: Only 6 credit units of 100-Level English may be taken for credit. GEOL 108: The Earth and How It Works Exploration of the global and local-scale physical processes that have shaped our planet. Strong emphasis is on interrelationships of geological processes and humans. Topics for discussion include volcanoes, earthquakes, pollution, and the origin and exploitation of energy, mineral and water resources. Note: May be used toward the Natural Science requirement for Programs Type A, B, and D (B.A. programs). Students with credit for GEOL 103, 105, 110, or 121 may not take this course for credit. 14 HIST 121: Europe to Modern Age 1348 to 1789 The Black Death; Renaissance and Reformation; the wars of the seventeenth century; the rise of modern science; the agricultural revolution; the Enlightenment. Note: Students with credit for HIST 112, HIST 120, or INTS 101.12 may not take this course for credit. Attention: A maximum of nine credit units of 100-level HIST may be taken for credit. A maximum of six credit units may count toward a History major or minor. The additional three credit units will count as a junior elective (please contact the Academic Advisor). HIST 122: Europe in Age of Mass Culture 1789 to Present Population growth; the age of political revolutions; Romantics and Liberals; nationalism and socialism; the industrial revolution; towards gender equality; the two World Wars and the Cold War; towards economic and political integration. Note: Students with credit for HIST 112, HIST 120, or INTS 101.12 may not take this course for credit. Attention: A maximum of nine credit units of 100-level HIST may be taken for credit at University of Saskatchewan. A maximum of six credit units may count toward a History major or minor. The additional three credit units will count as a junior elective (please contact the Academic Advisor). HIST 151: Canadian History from Pre Contact Period to 1867 A survey of the history of Canada from the pre-contact period until 1867, emphasizing social, cultural, economic, political, constitutional, and external policy developments. Note: Students with credit for HIST 150 and/or HIST 206 or INTS 101.12 may not take this course for credit. Attention: A maximum of nine credit units of 100-level HIST may be taken for credit. A maximum of six credit units may count toward a History major or minor. The additional three credit units will count as a junior elective (please contact the Academic Advisor) . HIST 152: Post Confederation Canada A survey of the history of Canada since Confederation, emphasizing social, cultural, economic, political, constitutional, and external policy developments. Note: Students with credit for HIST 150 and/or HIST 206 or INTS 101.12 may not take this course for credit. Attention: A maximum of nine credit units of 100-level HIST may be taken for credit. A maximum of six credit units may count toward a History major or minor. The additional three credit units will count as a junior elective (please contact the Academic Advisor). NS 107: Introduction to Canadian Native Studies Aims to develop students' critical reading, writing, and thinking skills and provide the background necessary for advanced Native Studies courses. Through course lectures and seminar discussions this course presents an overview of Aboriginal societies across Saskatchewan and Canada by linking processes of the past with contemporary issues. Note: Students with credit for NS 105 or NS 106 (formerly NS 110) may not take this course for credit. NUTR 120: Basic Nutrition An introduction to nutrition and health. The concepts of recommended nutrient intakes and dietary guidelines are introduced. The major nutrients and their functions in the body are outlined. Nutrition issues facing the general public are presented. Note: Most students in PSY 110 will be asked to participate in research studies conducted within the Department of Psychology. Research participation is desirable both as a means of advancing the science of human behaviour and as a means of providing the introductory student with first-hand educational experience in psychological research. 15 POLS 111: Democracy in North America An introduction to the study of politics through an examination of contemporary issues and ideas that arise in and between the democratic systems of Canada, the United States and Mexico, including democracy, sovereignty, aboriginal issues, NAFTA, globalization, identity, rights, representation and political participation. POLS 112: Political Ideas and Change in Global Era An introduction to political ideas and change in a global era. The course explores themes such as nationalism, ideology, development, democratization, globalization, sovereignty, conflict and human rights. PSY 120: Biological and Cognitive Bases of Psychology This course is designed to familiarize the student with the body of knowledge, scientific theory, and research related to the major biological and cognitive areas of psychology. The course focuses on the study of behavior dealing with the essential problems of psychology, the methods of investigation, and the advances that have been made in the fields of neuroscience, sensation and perception, consciousness, memory, learning, language, and motivation and emotion. PSYC 121.3: Social Clinical Cultural and Developmental Bases of Psychology This course is designed to familiarize the student with the body of knowledge, scientific theory, and research related to the major social, clinical, cultural and developmental areas of psychology. The course focuses on the study of behavior dealing with the essential problems of psychology, the methods of investigation, and the advances that have been made in the fields of intelligence, development, personality, social and cultural psychology, psychological disorders, treatment, and health, stress, and coping. SOC 111: Foundations in Sociology Society Structure Process One part of a two-part introduction to the discipline of sociology, the study of society. It examines theories and methods for studying changes to the nature and organization of society from pre-modern, to modern and postmodern. Students will be introduced to core sociological concepts used to understand social inequality, social order, social change, and globalization. Note: Students who have taken SOC 110.6 may not take this course for credit. SOC 112: Foundations in Sociology Social Construction of Everyday Life One part of a two-part introduction to the discipline of sociology, the study of society. It examines how we come to understand and experience ourselves and the world around us and how we create culture. Students will be introduced to the study of culture, socialization, social interaction, identity formation and self-fashioning, the social construction of class, gender and race, age, deviance, and other social phenomena. Note: Students who have taken SOC 110.6 may not take this course for credit. UNIVERSITY OF REGINA ANTH 100: Introduction to Anthropology An introduction to the anthropological concept of culture, its uses in the explanation of human behaviour, and its impact on our understanding of human nature, language, and society. The course will explore cultural diversity through the comparative perspective that makes anthropology unique within the humanities and social sciences. It will also show how anthropologists analyse the connections between politics, economics, gender, kinship, and religion within particular cultures. CHEM 104: General Chemistry 16 An introduction to the fundamental principles of chemistry. Topics discussed will include atomic structure, bonding, stoichiometry, enthalpy, states of matter, kinetics. Lab component: Introduction to standard chemistry laboratory techniques. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 30 or CHEM 100 (minimum 60%). Note: It is strongly recommended that students who have not received a minimum grade of 70% in CHEM 30 within the past four years take CHEM 100 prior to registering in CHEM 104. CHEM 140: Organic Chemistry I An introduction to organic chemistry. Organic functional groups, nomenclature, reactions and mechanisms. Lab component: Introduction to organic laboratory techniques. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 102, 103 or 104. Note: CHEM 140 replaces CHEM 240 and students cannot receive credit for both. FILM 100: The Art of Motion Pictures An introduction to the art of motion pictures. The course will examine a representative selection of films covering the history of cinema and many of its basic aesthetic premises. INDG 100: Introduction to Indigenous Studies This course introduces the subject of Indigenous studies with a survey of Indigenous peoples in Canada from their origins, through European influence, and to the present. Note: INDG 100 and INDG 101 can be taken concurrently with permission of the Department Head. INDG 201: Introduction to Contemporary Indigenous Issues This course is a survey of contemporary Indigenous issues, covering topics including self-government, political organizations, the land claims process, social and economic conditions, and Aboriginal identity. Prerequisite(s): INDG 100 or permission of Department Head. Note: Formerly numbered INDG 101. Students may receive credit for only one of INDG 101 or 201. JS 100: Introduction to Justice Introduces major theoretical orientations and methods of justice studies. Provides an overview of the Canadian legal system and issues involved in the pursuit of criminal, legal, restorative, and social justice. Prerequisite(s): Completion of 12 credit hours. Note: Formerly numbered HJ 201. Students may receive credit for only one of JS 210 or HJ 201. PSYC 101: Introductory Psychology A An introduction to the social science aspects of psychology, including the study of adjustment, disorders, development, personality and the social environment of the person. PSYC 102: Introductory Psychology B An introduction to the natural science aspects of psychology, including the study of brain and behaviour, perception, learning, memory, cognition, motivation and emotion. SW 100: Introduction to Social Welfare and Social Work An exploration of social issues confronting the state, social welfare agencies and social workers in addressing and responding to structural inequalities and human need. Will also consist of an introduction to the functions of social work in Canada and the roles carried by social workers in delivering services. Note: SW 100 should be taken as the first Social Work course. SW 100 is a required course for the completion of the BSW program. 17 SW 202: Critical Issues/Critical Thought This course examines the foundations of critical thinking with application to social work issues in such areas as poverty, health determinants, child welfare and violence. SW 417: Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse This course will discuss alcohol and other drugs in terms of their effects on individuals, families, and society. Prerequisite(s): Completion of 30 credit hours. SW 460: Ethics in Social Work This course is designed to sensitize students to the central role of ethics in modern Social Work practice. The course deals with the theory and value foundations of Social Work practice, the issue of the relation between the diverse value systems in Canadian society and Social Work values, and the major ethical dilemmas and issues in Social Work practice. *** Prerequisite: Completion of 30 credit hours. *** Prerequisite(s): Completion of 30 credit hours. SW 482: International Themes in Social Work and Social Welfare This course will examine the historical development and present status of international social welfare and social issues with a special emphasis on the developing world. International approaches and responses to human needs/rights will be considered. An analysis of the development, under-development, and consideration of responses to international social welfare needs and issues will be made. This would include, for example, the role of the United Nations, bi-and multi-lateral. *** Prerequisite: Completion of 30 credit hours. *** SOC 212: Gender This course introduces students to sociological perspectives on gender in contemporary society. The course covers aspects of recent research and of current debates on femininity and masculinity, and provides a brief introduction to some classic and contemporary theoretical perspectives on gender. Prerequisite(s): Completion of 12 credit hours or SOC 100 or permission of Department Head. Note: SOC 100 is required for all majors in Sociology. WGST 100: Introduction to Women's Studies This course will examine the historical development of feminism and women's studies. Women's representation in academic practice will be analyzed using examples from humanities, the arts, and social sciences. Strategies for change and for the empowerment of women will be considered. 18 Appendix 5 - ABE (Adult Basic Education) Information 2013-2014 Student Manual 28 Adult Basic Education Achievement Awards The following awards are presented annually at each campus to recognize excellence in achievement and attendance. No application is required for these awards. If there are no qualified candidates, no award will be given: Attendance Award - $100.00 • Based on highest attendance (90% accumulative attendance or higher; enrolled for a minimum of 100 days) Achievement Award (Adult 10) - $100.00 • Must complete Adult 10 • 3 credits in 10-month programs • Highest academic average • Consideration given to attendance and subject load Achievement Award (Adult 12) - $100.00 • Must complete Adult 12 or a 24-credit 12 • Must complete 4 credits in 10-month programs • Highest academic average • Consideration given to attendance and subject load Scholastic Award - $100.00 • Awarded to an outstanding student who demonstrates the spirit of Adult Education • Consideration given to: academic average, attendance, subject load, leadership, & commitment to learning GED Award (GED 12) - $100.00 • Awarded to a student attending Adult Secondary Education • Highest average of the 5 GED standard score results Adult Basic Education Attendance The College programs involve training to ultimately prepare students for employment. As part of that preparation, our goal is to encourage punctuality and attendance of all students. Students must maintain a 90% attendance record. Any absences will be recorded. Students are responsible for all work missed. Students who are repeatedly late or leave early are subject to being marked absent. Up to ½ hour late is marked as late but more than ½ hour will be counted as an absence. Every 4 lates or times you leave early is equivalent to ½ day absent. (Yorkton) If a student has missed 8 class periods from any one class in the Adult 12 program, the individual may be discontinued from that class. Known as the “8-day rule”. (Yorkton) An Adult 12 student has up to and including the end of the fifth week of class in each trimester to withdraw from a particular class. If the student withdraws before 5 weeks he/she will have 1 no record of the class on his/her transcript. If the withdrawal is after the five weeks, students will receive a final mark based on the work done to that date. On-going attendance issues, including medical and compassionate reasons, will be dealt with according to the Discipline Report Procedure on page 9. Each student’s circumstances will be reviewed on an individual basis. If a student is absent and does not contact the College for 5 consecutive days, he/she shall be discontinued. You are expected to contact your instructors daily when you are absent. Leave of Absence Leaves of absence will be considered for medical reasons only, including stress leave, that cause you to be absent for 5 or more days, provided your doctor agrees with this reason and signs the Attending Physician’s Statement required by PTA. Physician’s reports are available through the student counselor or your doctor’s office. The LOA must be arranged with your instructor and the student counselor prior to the leave being taken. In an emergency, you can make this arrangement by phone. Leave of absence forms are available from your student counselor. NOTE: A LOA cannot exceed 3 weeks! Only one LOA will be granted per academic year. A leave of absence may lead to discontinuation if the time away means you will not be able to complete your course load in the required time. Provincial Training Allowance Eligibility for the amount of the training allowance is based on your assessed financial need. Rules & Regulations You are required to provide verification of income and expenses to PTA. Failure to do so may result in an overpayment, which means paying back the amount owing. PTA has a 90% attendance policy monitored by the college and may be audited by the PTA office. The maximum accumulated time on PTA is 36 months. Your training time is determined by your educational plan, not by how much time is left in your 36 months. Programming must be a minimum of 20 hours per week to qualify for PTA. Therefore, part-time students are not eligible. Students repeating subjects without approval do not qualify for PTA. People who have already graduated from high school or Adult 12 are not eligible to receive PTA. Seats are limited to those who have not graduated. No summer break funding is available so there is no PTA for July and August. Therefore, your last PTA cheque before summer holidays will be at the end of May. It is your responsibility to keep the College advised of any changes that affect PTA, i.e. address change, number of dependents, spousal or personal income. Daycare receipts do not have to be submitted to the College but please keep track of them in case you are audited by PTA. 2
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