20 HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES To register, visit myaccess.cod.edu
Parent/Student Information Session All parents and students registered for the 2012 High School Credit Summer School program are encouraged to attend an evening orientation meeting. This short, informative session will be held at <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>DuPage</strong> in Building K, West Commons, on Tuesday, June 5, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Topics will include: • Policies • Grading Options • Required Forms Continuing Education <strong>College</strong> Credit Classes Continuing Education (CE) <strong>College</strong> Credit classes help students get a head start on their college education. Successful completion <strong>of</strong> conveniently scheduled classes will provide college-level credits. Only high school juniors and seniors in good academic standing may enroll in this new program. See the full class listing on page 4. Registration forms for these courses should be sent directly to Continuing Education, <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>DuPage</strong>, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn, IL 60137-6599, or faxed to (630) 942-3785. Textbooks Textbooks, when needed, are included in the price <strong>of</strong> each high school credit class. Students may pick up their text at any time after May 14, Monday through Thursday, between the hours <strong>of</strong> 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., or Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Continuing Education <strong>of</strong>fice in Glen Ellyn, Building K, Room 165. Books may also be picked up the evening <strong>of</strong> the Parent/Student Informational Session. Additionally, textbooks may be shipped directly to your home via UPS for a charge <strong>of</strong> $20 per book. At the end <strong>of</strong> the term, textbooks must be returned in good condition to the COD table at each high school site. If the book is not returned or is considered unusable, neither the student nor the high school will receive the grade report for the course until the full replacement cost for the book is paid. Textbooks are not included for college credit courses. Absences/Tardies/Exams One day in the summer program equals one week <strong>of</strong> a regular school year. Prompt and consistent attendance is mandatory to ensure the same contact hours, teaching and learning opportunities as during the school year. Students should not register for classes for high school credit if they have vacation plans, athletic camps/competitions or other obligations that prevent them from attending class. However, illness and emergencies do occur. Students are allowed two (2) absences per semester course. More than two absences per course will result in a “Withdraw” grade being issued for no credit, without a refund. Calling in a student absence does not excuse the absence. Two (2) tardies at the beginning <strong>of</strong> the day, the break, or leaving early at the end <strong>of</strong> the day per semester course equals one (1) absence. Tardies exceeding 15 minutes equal an absence. Any combination <strong>of</strong> absences and tardies that exceed two (2) “days” results in a “Withdraw” grade being issued for no credit, without refund. Every effort is made to notify the parent/guardian <strong>of</strong> absences or tardies. No special arrangements will be made after the allowed two (2) days <strong>of</strong> absence for any reason. Final Exams Final exams are given on the last day <strong>of</strong> class for each semester only. If a student is absent for the final exam, COD cannot and will not provide an opportunity for any “make-up exam,” nor will COD administer the final exam early or proctor the exam at a later time. The grade the student receives for the final exam in these cases is recorded as an “F” (zero points) and is factored into the semester grade. Parent/guardian signature on the High School Attendance Policy form constitutes understanding and acceptance <strong>of</strong> these conditions. Grading Scale/Options Upon completion <strong>of</strong> a summer school course, grades will be sent to the home address. If the student wishes to inform his/her high school <strong>of</strong> the grade, a Release <strong>of</strong> Grade form must be completed and signed before the grade is forwarded. The letter grades are A, B, C, D, F, or W (withdrawal). Letter Grade • A = 90 to 100 percent • B = 80 to 89 percent • C = 70 to 79 percent • D = 60 to 69 percent • F = 59 percent and below • P/F (Pass/Fail) is for the Illinois and U.S. Constitution Tests only Audit Grade No credit is awarded for this course. Students who are looking for enrichment only would benefit from auditing a course. An “X” is recorded on the grade report and will only be sent home. The grade is not factored into your GPA. Tests and quizzes are not mandatory and grades are not recorded. Attendance is recorded and students must adhere to all summer school policies and procedures. Audit grades are not reported to high school and audits are irrevocable. Please send a written note to the instructor if you want to audit the course. Withdrawal “W” is received from the instructor when the student has more than two absences (Two tardies = one absence) per semester course or for any violation listed in the High School Attendance Policy or the Student Code <strong>of</strong> Conduct-Appropriate Use <strong>of</strong> Computer/Online Resources Contract. If a student voluntarily withdraws from a course, he/she should contact the Continuing Education <strong>of</strong>fice to <strong>of</strong>ficially drop the course to ensure that no grade report is generated. To register, visit myaccess.cod.edu Submitting Grades Grade reports will be sent to the high school when you have completed and signed the Release <strong>of</strong> Grade form provided to your student at the start <strong>of</strong> the term. This form may be turned in any time during the course or following the completion <strong>of</strong> the class. For your information, Continuing Education keeps all grades on file for six (6) years. Grades submitted from the <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>DuPage</strong> Summer High School Credit program to the local high schools are final. This policy is designed to maintain the grade/transcript as an accurate and complete record <strong>of</strong> attendance and meeting course requirements. Tuition and Refund Policy General courses are priced at $329 per semester, which includes textbook rental. Science/Foreign Language/Nutrition courses include lab fees and/or textbooks: • Biology - $349 • Chemistry - $349 • Physics - $339 • Foreign Language - $349 • Nutrition - $349 A full refund will be granted if a student withdraws from first-semester classes by 5 p.m., Friday, June 8. Withdrawals for second semester must occur prior to Tuesday, July 3, at 5 p.m. Full refunds will be provided for classes which do not meet a minimum enrollment one week prior to the scheduled start. No refunds will be issued for the following reasons: • If student registers for class and does not attend • If student withdraws after the abovementioned withdrawal dates for any reason • If student is dropped for violation <strong>of</strong> the Student Code <strong>of</strong> Conduct- Appropriate Use <strong>of</strong> Computer/ Internet and/or the High School Attendance Policy How to Register Students may register by mail, fax (630) 942-3785, or phone (630) 942-2208. Parents/Students need to use the registration form in the back <strong>of</strong> this brochure to register for classes when mailing or faxing. Complete all the information requested on the form. It is imperative to include the name <strong>of</strong> the high school where grades are to be sent. Phone registration is not available for CE <strong>College</strong> Credit classes. <strong>College</strong> credit class registration must be mailed or faxed to: Continuing Education <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>DuPage</strong> 425 Fawell Blvd. Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 (630) 942-3785 21 High School
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