Adult Education and Literacy
Student Handbook
2015 - 2016
Table of Contents
1. Program Information………………………………………………………………………………..…2
2. Class Schedule with locations……………………………………………………………………..3-5
3. Attendance Policy. …………………………………………………………………………....……….5
4. Emergency Information……………………………………………………………………...…..…….6
5. “Active Shooter” Quick Response…………………………………………………………...……….7
6. Academic Calendar…………………………………………………………………………...……….8
7. Rights, Privileges, and Responsibilities of Students……………………………………………….9
8. High School Equivalency & GED Resources…………………………………….…..………..10-11
9. GC Resources- Testing Center, Career Coach, Center for Workplace Learning………..…….12
10. Local Tuition Assistance Resources………………………………………………………..………13
11. Libraries in Grayson, Cooke, and Fannin Counties……………………………...……….……14-15
12. Distance Learning Tools…………………………………….………………………………..………16
13. Student Code of Conduct…………………………………………………………...……….……17-19
14. Student Complaints/Grievance Procedures……………………………...…………….….……19-21
15. GC Parking Info…………………………………….………………………………...………..………21
16. Additional Resources (GC & Community) ……………………………...…….…………...….……22
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FREE CLASSES
Complete your education and start the next
step in your career!
Grayson College Adult Education and Literacy
We help you acquire the skills needed to succeed in the workforce, earn a high school
equivalency (GED), enter college or complete career training. We have a wide
selection of classes available at various locations throughout Grayson, Cooke, and
Fannin counties. All classes are FREE due to generous funding by the Texas
Workforce Commission (TWC). Both day and evening classes are available for
your convenience.
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College Degree or Certificate
College and Career Pathways
Transition Classes/College Prep
Basic Skills Classes
GED/HS Diploma/English for
Speakers of Other Languages
For anyone 17 and older (must be out of school)
Seeking to improve Basic Reading, Writing, Math, and Language Arts Skills
Improve TSI diagnostic scores for 1 - 4
Improve speaking, reading, and writing for speakers of other languages
Improve academic performance in a career pathway in one year certificate programs
For individuals demonstrating below high school skills in reading, math, and language arts
Preparing to enter a high demand, high wage Career Pathway
Adult Education and Literacy INFORMATION SESSION: GED/ESL/Math Boot Camp, Introduction to Health Care, Career
Pathways
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January 12, 2016 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Advanced Technology Bldg., Room 103
May 17, 2016 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Center for Workplace Learning Auditorium
Every Thursday, 2 p.m. Advanced Technology Bldg., Room 103
Reading through Digital Literacy Classes
Grayson College Campus in Denison, Advanced Technology Bldg., Room 103
 March 14, 2016 through May 4, 2016- Classes will be held Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 1:00 to 2:00 pm
Graduation
June 9, 2016 Graduation: CWL Auditorium 7 pm.
Location:
Grayson College
Main Campus
Center for Workplace Learning Auditorium
6100 Grayson Dr.
Denison, Texas 75020
FREE classes are forming in our locations.
Call now: (903) 463-8784 to begin to complete your education.
People with a GED or High School Diploma will earn approximately $7000 more each year than
someone without either, in a full-time job. That is approximately $583 extra each month!
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Adult Education and Literacy Classes and Locations
Location
Grayson
College
Main Campus
Address
6100 Grayson Dr.
Denison, Texas
75020
Advanced
Technology Bldg.,
Room 103
Phone/Registration
Adult Ed Meet Dates
ESL/EL Civics Meet Dates
(903) 463-8784 GED
M/T/W/R
8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Tuesday/Wednesday/
Thursday:
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
(903) 463-8723 ESL
M/T/W/R
5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Tuesday/Thursday/Friday:
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
First Baptist
Church
Van Alstyne
121 E. Marshall St.
Van Alstyne, TX
75495
(903) 814-3334
Grayson
College
South
Campus
1455 W. Van
Alstyne Pkwy.
Van Alstyne, TX
75495
(903) 415-2500
Four Rivers
Outreach
210 S. Rusk
Sherman, TX 75090
(903) 271-2309
Monday/Wednesday:
8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Sherman
Housing
Authority
2001 N. Hoard St.
Sherman, TX 75090
(903) 893-3139
Monday/Wednesday:
8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Workforce
Solutions
Texoma
2415 S. Austin Ave.
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 463-9997
Wednesday/Thursday:
8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Gainesville
Education
Plus
900 N. Grand Ave.
#103-B
Gainesville, TX
76240
(940) 665-5085
Tuesday/Thursday:
8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Bonham
Team Center
806 W. 16th Street
Bonham, TX 75418
(903) 583-1264 option 1
(903) 814-3334 Day ESL
Tuesday/Thursday:
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Monday/Wednesday:
8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Tuesday/Thursday:
12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Monday/Wednesday:
4:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Monday/Wednesday:
8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Monday/Tuesday/Thursday:
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
(903) 271-2309 (GED)
Monday:
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
M/T/R:
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Tuesday/Wed/Thursday:
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Honey Grove
Library
Washington
Elementary
500 N. 6th St.
Honey Grove, TX
75446
815 S. Travis St.
Sherman, TX
75090
(903) 378-2206
Monday:
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesday/Thursday:
10:30 am – 1:30 pm
Tuesday:
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Tuesday/Thursday:
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
(903) 463-8723 ESL
Monday/Tuesday/Thursday:
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Just Need Math: Free Math Boot Camp – Main Campus
Location
Address
Grayson
College
Main Campus
6100 Grayson Dr.
Denison, Texas
75020
Advanced
Technology Bldg.,
Room 103
Phone/Registration
Registration Dates
Start Dates
Week before Class Start
Monday – Thursday:
2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
January 28 – Feb. 3, 2016
Feb. 24 – Mar. 2, 2016
March 31 – Apr. 6, 2016
April 28, 2016
May 26, 2016
July 18 – 21, 2016
February 8, 2016 (3 weeks)
March 14, 2016 (3 weeks)
April 11, 2016 (3 weeks)
May 9, 2016 (3 weeks)
June 6, 2016 (3 weeks)
July 25, 2016 (4 weeks)
(903) 463-8784
Students must register by the previous Wednesday before the start date in order to attend the Math Boot Camp.
This free class is available for students scoring below the 12th grade in math on the Test of Adult Basic Education.
Retake the Math TSI for FREE after successfully completing the Math Boot Camp!
Want to enter Health Care: FREE Intensive Reading, Writing, Language, Math, Science Skills
Course: Transition to Health Care
Location
Address
Grayson
College
Main Campus
6100 Grayson Dr.
Denison, Texas
75020
Advanced
Technology Bldg.,
Room 103
Grayson
College
South
1455 W. Van
Alstyne Pkwy.
Van Alstyne, TX
Phone/Registration
Registration Dates
Start Date/Schedule
(903) 463-8784
January 11 – Feb. 12, 2016
Monday through Friday:
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
February 15, 2016
(15 weeks)
(903) 415-2500
January 11 – Feb. 12, 2016
Monday through Friday:
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
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Campus
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75495
February 15, 2016
(15 weeks)
Learn about Health Care while upgrading your basic skills in Reading, Writing, Language, Math, and Science. This
class is designed to help students develop skills needed in the pursuit of a health care career including but not
limited to students needing to earn a GED or prepare for the college entrance assessment.
Students successfully completing this course should be prepared to begin a Health Care Career Pathway:
Certified Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy, EKG Technician, Vocational Nursing, Medical Lab Technology,
Emergency Medical Services.
Students must register before the previous Wednesday prior to the start date in order to attend.
GED seekers must attend GED classes in addition to this course.
FREE! Academic Support for Certificate Seeking Students
Small group mentoring and instruction is available for students struggling with math, reading, writing,
or language in one year certificate/technology classes. If you are interested in for a one year
certificate programs such as Welding, Electricity, HVAC, EMS, LVN, Criminal Justice Career
Pathways and struggle with reading, writing, language, or math, enroll now!
We provide small group academic support using your textbook. Our goal is to prepare you for
success, layering basic skill instruction, study skill development, reading comprehension, test taking
strategies, etc. while using your course content to support progress in your credit class.
CALL now to learn more about this program:
903-463-8784
AEL Attendance Policy
Congratulations! You are now enrolled as a student in the Grayson College Adult Education and
Literacy Program. You now have access to a wealth of resources that will help you get ahead in your
life. We will be here for you. Our teachers will act as your guides, but you must keep in mind that
you will be doing the work.
The most important thing you can do is to attend every class. Class schedules vary depending on
location but your teacher can let you know what to do if you need to miss a class. Usually, you will
call the teacher or center to let them know of your absence. Additional class hours are also available
to students, and you can check with your teachers for more details on times. You cannot make
progress if you do not attend. Adding distance learning is a great way to help you meet your goals.
A 6 week commitment is recommended for success in this program.
While you are preparing you should arrange your life around your class time. Schedule your
appointments outside AEL class times. Have backup plans for transportation, childcare, etc. Enlist
the support of your family and friends.
In addition, you should commit to extra hours for distance learning and study outside of class. This
will be the only way to succeed in the least amount of time. Your future depends on it.
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Emergency Information
If there is an on-campus emergency, immediately contact Grayson College Campus Police
Department at 903-463-8777. If it is a life threatening medical emergency, please call 911, and
then contact the Grayson College Police Department at 903-463-8777.
South Campus: Report emergency issues to the Grayson College Police Department at 903-4638777 and/or 911
An emergency is not something that can be predicted, but is something that can be managed by
following proper procedures. The Grayson College Emergency Guide, available on the Grayson
College website under GC Police/Safety is intended to be used as a practical outline of what to do in
the event of an emergency. The document is a general guide on what should be done to help resolve
an emergency, but is not an all-inclusive guide. There are times when a person would have to
exercise independent judgment, using their best knowledge and training to help resolve the
circumstances surrounding them. An emergency is defined as a situation where there is the imminent
possibility for the loss of life, serious bodily injury to a person and/or the loss or destruction of
property. Before an emergency occurs, know the location of telephones in or near your building and
how they may be accessed. Become familiar with the location of fire extinguishers and fire alarm pull
stations and know how to use them.
Extreme Emergency Plan
Upon notification of an extreme emergency, the Director of Public Safety and Emergency
Management or the person acting on his/her behalf will activate the multiple warning systems. Each
person on campus must follow the directions in that warning. Examples include going to a designated
severe weather area, evacuating, sheltering in place. In the event of an extreme campus emergency,
the college will deploy its Incident Command System (ICS). Members of the college Emergency
Management Team (EMT) will report to the designated meeting place as identified in the college
Emergency Operations Plan for the purpose of establishing an incident command structure for the
campus. All available campus peace officers will report to the affected campus and follow the
direction of the Director of Public Safety and Emergency Management or the person acting on his/her
behalf. Functioning in its ICS role, the EMT will direct the response to the extreme emergency
including the closure of the campus and the notification of all affected individuals.
Should an enrolled student need to be notified of an off-campus emergency while they are on
campus, please contact the Campus Police office. Only extreme emergency messages will be
delivered to the student (sick child; death in family; injury to family member, etc).
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“Active Shooter” General Quick Response Guide “Run, Hide, Fight”
If the “shooter” is NOT in your building you should LOCKDOWN:
• Lock doors if possible
• Barricade doors with ANYTHING
• Turn off lights and other electronics
• Silence cell phones
• Place not in exterior window with # of people in room (only if safe to do so)
• One person should call 911 and let them know your location
• Wait until orders from police or clear message from GC ALERT
If the “shooter is IN your building or immediate area you should RUN, HIDE, FIGHT
RUN:
• Have an escape route and plan in mind
• Evacuate regardless of whether others agree to follow
• Leave personal belongings behind
• Help others escape, if possible
• Keep hands visible at ALL TIMES
• Follow instructions of officials
• Do not attempt to move wounded persons
• Call 911 when safe
• Prevent others from entering danger areas
HIDE:
• Lock doors if possible and barricade with ANYTHING
• Silence cell phones and other electronics
• Hide behind large objects and out of sight from door
• Remain quiet
• One person should call 911
• If it is too dangerous to speak, leave phone line open so dispatcher can hear
FIGHT:
• Act as aggressively as possible towards “shooter”
• Throw ANY items at “shooter”
• Yelling
• Commit to your actions
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2015-2016 Academic Calendar*
Fall 2015
Aug 24
Sep 7
Oct 2
Oct 19
Nov 25
Nov 26-27
Dec 7-10
Dec 11
Dec 15
Dec 17
Dec 18
Jan 1
Fall Classes Begin
Holiday – Labor Day – no classes
Learning Day (Professional Development) – no classes
2nd 8-week classes begin (College)
College campus closes at 4:00 p.m. for the holiday
Holiday – Thanksgiving
Final examinations, day, evening, internet, and 2nd 8 weeks (College)
Winter Commencement
Winter Minimester begins (College)
Adult Education offices close at 5:00 p.m
Administrative offices close at 4:00 p.m.
Winter Minimester ends
Spring 2016
Jan 4
Jan 11
Jan 18
Jan 19
Mar 7-11
Mar 21
Mar 18
May 9-12
May 13
May 17
May 30
Jun 2
Jun 6
Jun 9
Jun 30
Jul 4
Jul 6-7
Jul 11-13
Jul 11
Jul 27-28
Aug 10-11
Aug 22
Administrative Office re-opens at 8:00 a.m.
Adult Education classes resume, College Faculty returns
Holiday - Martin Luther King Holiday – no classes
Spring Classes Begin (College)
Spring Break
2nd 8 week classes begin (College)
Learning Day (Professional Development) – no classes
Final examinations, day, evening, internet, and 2nd 8 weeks (College)
Spring Commencement
Minimester classes begin (College)
Holiday – Memorial Day – no classes
Minimester ends Summer 2016 (College)
Summer I Classes Begin (College)
GED Graduation
2015-2016 Adult Education classes end
Holiday – Independence Day
Final examinations, Summer I day classes (College)
Adult Education Intake, Orientation, Information Sessions
Summer II Classes Begin (College)
Final examinations, Summer I evening classes (College)
Final examinations, Summer II day classes (College)
Fall Classes Begin (College)
*Our AEL classes run year-round but we do observe these specific Grayson holidays.
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Family Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Rights, Privileges, and Responsibilities of Students
The College’s primary function is to provide education for those persons who enroll within the system.
The goal of the College is to provide an educational environment that will include the opportunity for
academic, social, and personal growth. Enrollment in a state-supported educational institution of
higher learning is not compulsory. It is optional and voluntary. By voluntary entrance into the
academic community, the student assumes obligations of performance and behavior reasonably
imposed by the institution of choice relevant to its lawful missions, processes, and functions. Freedom
of discussion, inquiry, and expression is protected and nurtured in the classroom as the safeguard of
the freedom to learn. Students are expected to exercise their freedom to learn in a manner consistent
with the maintenance of good order. Responsibility for good order in the classroom is vested in the
instructor, and responsibility for maintaining order elsewhere is set forth in the “Code of Student
Conduct and Discipline.” The College assumes that the student has earnest educational purpose and
maturity of reasonable behavior. This assumption continues until the student demonstrates otherwise.
Every student is subject to federal, state, and local laws and is expected to be familiar with the
requirements of such laws. Any student who violates any provision of those laws is subject to
disciplinary action, including expulsion, despite any action taken by civil authorities on account of the
violation. The College strives to assure due process and to outline specific ways of appeal in case of
disagreement with administered discipline.
A. Student’s Rights
Article I – A student shall have the right to participate in a free exchange of ideas, and there shall be
no college rule or administrative rule that in any way abridges the rights of freedom of speech,
expression, petition, and peaceful assembly as set forth in the U.S. Constitution. Contact the Vice
President for Student Services for approved areas.
Article II – Each student shall have the right to participate in all areas and activities of the College,
free from any harassment and any form of illegal discrimination and without regard to any subgroup
classification or stereotype.
Article III – A student has the right to personal privacy except as otherwise provided by law. This will
be observed by students and College authorities alike.
Article IV – Each student subject to disciplinary action arising from violations of College student rules
shall be assured procedural due process. At all judicial hearings, an accused student shall be
assumed innocent until proven guilty, and in initial judicial hearings, the burden of proof shall rest with
those bringing the charges. In all proceedings, the student shall be guaranteed substantive and
procedural due process.
B. Student’s Responsibilities
Article I – A student has the responsibility to respect the rights and property of others, including other
students, staff, faculty, and administration.
Article II – A student has the responsibility to be fully acquainted with the published College Student
Handbook and to comply with it and with the laws of the land.
Article III – A student has the responsibility to recognize that student actions reflect upon the
individuals involved and upon the entire College community.
Article IV – A student has the responsibility to recognize the College’s obligation to provide an
environment for learning.
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Resources for High School Equivalency and GED Programs in North Texas:
Master Key Ministries –209 S. Heritage Pky, Sherman, TX (903) 771-2816
High School Equivalency Program (HSEP) Information:
In some instances, students may prefer to complete an HSEP program in order to receive their High
School Diploma. There are specific requirements and more information can be found at the Texas
Education Agency (TEA) website at: www.tea.texas.gov/HSEP
Below is a list of educational opportunities; some are free of charge and others have a fee.
Free of Charge:
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The Texas Virtual School Network (TxVSN) offers online learning opportunities to students across
the state through a partnership with districts.
The TxVSN Online Schools Program (OLS) offers full-time virtual instruction through eligible public
schools to Texas public school students in grades 3-12.
Job Corps (www.jobcorps.gov) is a free education and training program that helps young people
learn a career, earn a high school diploma or high school equivalency credential, and find and keep
a good job. (800) 333-8209 (main number); McKinney campus (972) 542-2623 ext. 1737889.
The Texas ChalleNGe Academy (www.jointservicessupport.org/ngycp) is designed to reclaim the
potential of at-risk students by training them to be successful, responsible, productive citizens
through a program of education, mentoring, physical fitness, and volunteer service to the
community.
Career One Stop (careeronestop.org) offer seamless access to services under a variety of
employment, training, and education programs.
Fee based accredited online schools for a high school diploma:
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The University of Texas and Texas Tech University offer online high school diploma programs
accredited by TEA.
The Bridge School is a private online high school accredited through the Texas Private School
Accreditation Commission (TEPSAC).
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Certificate of High School Equivalency Information (GED)
GED Testing Service, LLC, is the current provider of high school equivalency testing in Texas. Upon
passing all four of the exams, the test-taker will be issued a State of Texas Certificate of High School
Equivalency.
Official Certificates, Transcripts, and Verifications
Visit Texas GED Certificate/Transcript Search
(bass.tea.state.tx.us/Tea.GEDi.Web/Forms/CertificateSearch.aspx) to obtain a free verification
letter. Also available is a printable PDF containing your Certificate of High School Equivalency with
test scores and a diploma-style certificate suitable for framing for $5 which can be paid by credit card
or check (automated clearing house). The certificates and verifications must be printed during this
transaction. TEA no longer sends certificates or verifications via mail, fax, or email.
If your search returns "No Records Found," please email ged@tea.texas.gov to request a record
search.
2014 High School Equivalency Exams
The 2014 test series consists of four exams taken on computer at over 130 testing centers in
Texas. Go to www.ged.com to initiate the registration process. The site provides access to
preparation resources and practice tests or you can proceed to schedule your exams. Alternatively,
you can register by calling 1-877-EXAM-GED (877-392-6433).
Test-Taker Eligibility
To take the high school equivalency exams in Texas, you must be a resident of Texas, have a
government-issued photo ID, and be 18 years of age or older. For more detailed information and
exceptions, please visit our Eligibility Page.
Score Requirements
The 2014 GED Test Series scores range from 100 to 200. To earn a State of Texas Certificate of
High School Equivalency, you must achieve a minimum of 150 on each of the four exams. Scores of
170 through 200 represent performance consistent with college and career readiness. Scores are
typically available the same day you tested by logging into www.ged.com. Certificates are issued
approximately five business days after you pass your fourth exam. TEA will email your initial
certificate in a PDF file to the email address used to register for the exams.
You cannot combine scores from previous test series with the current series scores. Incomplete
scores from tests taken prior to January 1, 2014, are no longer valid.
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Testing Centers at Grayson College
Grayson College’s Testing Center is where you will take your GED and/or TSI exams. Other exams
administered are: ACT Assessment, ASE exams, CLEP exam, and HESI Admissions exam.
grayson.edu/getting-started/testing-center
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Main Campus Testing Center
o Room SC-115
o 903.463.8724
o Monday – Thursday 8 AM to 8 PM
o Friday – 8 AM to 4 PM
South Campus Testing Center
o Room B-121
o 903.415.2509
o Monday – Thursday 8 AM to 4 PM and 5 PM to 8 PM
o Friday – 8 AM to 2 PM
Grayson College Career Coach
Career Coach is designed to help you find a good career by providing the most current local data on
wages, employment, job postings, and associated education and training.
https://grayson.emsicareercoach.com/
Center for Workplace Learning at Grayson College
The Center for Workplace Learning (CWL), office of continuing education, serves the community by
offering a wide variety of professional workforce development training programs, and fun and exciting
community enrichment classes. It provides education related to pre-employment, certificate and
degree attainment and professional continuing education.
There are many courses to choose in the following categories: Business and Professional
Development, Healthcare Training, Technical Training, Civil Service Prep, Truck Driving Certification,
Viticulture & Enology, and many more.
You can contact the CWL at (903) 463-8765 or www.cwlgcc.org.
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Tuition Assistance (from Center for Workplace Learning Site)
Several local agencies will provide tuition assistance for workforce related continuing education
courses. Please contact the agencies below regarding their application process and requirements.
Workforce Solutions Texoma
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Grayson County:
Fannin County:
Cooke County:
(903) 463-9997
(903) 640-0222
(940) 665-1121
Texoma Council of Governments
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Sherman Office:
Bonham Office:
Gainesville Office:
(903) 893-2161
(903) 583-3336
(940) 668-1858
Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services
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Sherman Field Office
Toll Free:
(877) 340-3368
Other Phone: (903) 813-8200
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Libraries in Grayson County
Abell Library Center
Austin College
900 N Grand Ave
Sherman, TX 75090
(903) 813-2236
Denison Public Library
300 W Gandy St
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 465-1797
Grayson College
6101 State Highway 691
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 465-6030
Gunter Library & Museum
110 S. Hwy 289
Gunter, TX 75058
(903) 207-4527
Howe Community Library
315 S Collins Fwy
Howe, TX 75459
(903) 532-5519
Leonard Public Library
102 S Main St
Leonard, TX 75452
(903) 587-2391
Lucile Teague Community Library
201 Britton St
Tom Bean, TX 75489
(903) 546-6250
Pottsboro Public Library
104 N. Main St.
Pottsboro, TX 75076
(903)786-8274
Sherman Public Library
421 N Travis St
Sherman, TX 75090
(903) 892-7240
Van Alstyne Public Library
151 W. Cooper St.
Van Alstyne, TX 75495
(903) 482-5991
Whitesboro Public Library
308 W. Main St.
Whitesboro, TX 76273
(903) 564-5432
Whitewright Public Library
200 W Grand St
Whitewright, TX 75491
(903) 364-2955
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Libraries in Cooke County
Cooke County Library
200 S. Weaver St.
Gainesville, TX 76240
(940) 668-5530
Mary Josephine Cox Library
North Central Texas College
1525 W. California St.
Gainesville, TX 76240
(940) 668-7731
Muenster Public Library
418 N. Elm
Muenster, TX 76252
(940) 759-4291
Libraries in Fannin County
Bertha Voyer Memorial Public Library
500 N. 6th St.
Honey Grove, TX 75446
(903) 378-3481
Bonham Public Library
305 E 5th St
Bonham, TX 75418
(903) 583-3128
James Gee Library
Texas A&M University-Commerce
University Dr
Commerce, TX 75428
(903) 886-5718
Leonard Public Library
102 S Main St
Leonard, TX 75452
(903) 587-2391
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Distance Learning Tools
Studies show that students who attend class regularly and also study
independently using Distance Learning significantly increase their achievements.
They learn more, retain more, score higher, and
more students complete the program!
Our AEL program has several Distance Learning tools available for you. Distance
Learning is time you spend working online apart from your regular classroom hours.
You must use an approved curriculum to receive hours for Distance Learning and your
DL hours will count toward your total attendance hours. Your teacher will help you get
set up with a program and begin using it.
Approved Distance Learning Curriculums
ITTS – Chosen to assist students and teachers in the pursuit of improved academics in
the lowest level of the student’s performance (DOS) and should be used as soon as
possible in this area.
Core Skills Mastery – Chosen to assist students and teachers in pursuit of improved
math for lower to mid level students approximately up to 8 th grade math skills.
Burlington English – Chosen to assist ESL students reading, speaking, listening and
adult basic education (ABE) students with reading comprehension and includes career
exploration information for both populations.
CDLP – Chosen to assist ESL student in reading comprehension at the Intermediate
level.
USA Learns – Chosen for Beginners and Intermediate ESL students.
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Student Code of Conduct
Definitions of terms used in this policy shall be as follows:
“Student”: A “student” shall mean one who is currently enrolled in the College District. These
policies and regulations shall also apply to any prospective or former student who has been
accepted for admission or readmission to any component institution while he or she is on the
premises of any component institution.
“Premises”: The “premises” of the College District is defined as all real property over which the
College District has possession and control.
“Scholastic Dishonesty”: “Scholastic dishonesty” shall include, but not be limited to, cheating,
plagiarism, and collusion.
“Cheating” shall include, but shall not be limited to:
1. Copying from another student’s test or class work;
2. Using test materials not authorized by the person administering the test;
3. Collaborating with or seeking aid from another student during a test without permission from
the test administrator;
4. Knowingly using, buying, selling, stealing, or soliciting, in whole or in part, the contents of an
unadministered test, paper, or another assignment;
5. The unauthorized transporting or removal, in whole or in part, of the contents of the un
-administered test;
6. Substituting for another student, or permitting another student to substitute for one’s self, to
take a test;
7. Bribing another person to obtain an un-administered test or information about an unadministered test; or
8. Manipulating a test, assignment, or final course grades.
“Plagiarism” shall be defined as the appropriating, buying, receiving as a gift, or obtaining by
any means another’s work and the unacknowledged submission or incorporation of it in one’s
own written work..“Collusion” shall be defined as the unauthorized collaboration with another
person in preparing written work for fulfillment of course requirements.
“Disorderly conduct”: Disorderly conduct shall include any of the following activities occurring
on premises owned or controlled by the College District:
1. Behavior of a boisterous and tumultuous character such that there is a clear and present
danger of alarming persons where no legitimate reason for alarm exists.
2. Interference with the peaceful and lawful conduct of persons under circumstances in which
there is reason to believe that such conduct will cause or provoke a disturbance.
3. Violent and forceful behavior at any time such that there is a clear and present danger that
free movement of other persons will be impaired.
4. Behavior involving personal abuse or assault when such behavior creates a clear and
present danger of causing assaults or fights.
5. Violent, abusive, indecent, profane, boisterous, unreasonably loud, or otherwise disorderly
conduct under circumstances in which there is reason to believe that
such conduct will cause or provoke a disturbance.
6. Willful and malicious behavior that interrupts the speaker of any lawful assembly or impairs
the lawful right of others to participate effectively in such assembly or meeting when there is
reason to believe that such conduct will cause or provoke a disturbance.
7. Willful and malicious behavior that obstructs or causes the obstruction of any doorway, hall,
or any other passageway in a College District building to such an extent that the employees,
officers, and other persons, including visitors, having business with the College District are
denied entrance into, exit from, or free passage in such building.
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Responsibility
Each student shall be charged with notice and knowledge of, and shall be required to comply
with, the contents and provisions of the College District’s rules and regulations concerning
student conduct.
All students shall obey the law, show respect for properly constituted authority, and observe
correct standards of conduct. Each student shall be expected to:
1. Demonstrate courtesy, even when others do not;
2. Behave in a responsible manner, always exercising self-discipline;
3. Attend all classes, regularly and on time;
4. Prepare for each class and take appropriate materials and assignments to class;
5. Obey all classroom rules;
6. Respect the rights and privileges of students, faculty, and other College District staff and
volunteers;
7. Respect the property of others, including College District property and facilities; and
8. Cooperate with and assist the College District staff in maintaining safety, order, and
discipline.
“Prohibited conduct”
The following behavior shall be prohibited:
1. Violations of federal, state, or local law or College District policies, procedures, or rules,
including the student handbook.
2. Possession, distribution, sale, or use of firearms or other prohibited weapons without prior
approval. [See FLBF]
3. The use, possession, control, manufacture, transmission, or sale, or being under the
influence, of a drug or narcotic, as those terms are defined by the Texas Controlled
Substances Act, or other prohibited substances described in FLBD, unless under the
direction of a physician.
4. The use, possession, control, manufacture, transmission, or sale of paraphernalia related to
any prohibited substance.
5. The use, possession, control, manufacture, transmission, or sale, or being under the
influence, of alcohol or other intoxicating beverage without the permission of the College
District.
6. Owing a monetary debt to the College District that is considered delinquent or writing an
“insufficient funds” check to the College District.
7. “Disorderly conduct”, as defined above or disruptive behavior.
8. Threatening another person, including a student or employee.
9. Intentionally, knowingly, or negligently causing physical harm to any person.
10. Engaging in conduct that constitutes harassment, bullying, or dating violence directed
toward another person, including a student or employee. [See DOA, FFD, and FFE as
appropriate]
11. Hazing with or without the consent of a student. [See FLBC]
12. Initiations by organizations that include features that are dangerous, harmful, or degrading
to the student, a violation of which also renders the organization subject to appropriate
discipline.
13. Endangering the health or safety of members of the College District community or visitors to
the premises.
14. Intentionally, knowingly, or negligently defacing, damaging, misusing, or destroying College
District property or property owned by others.
15. Stealing from the College District or others.
16. Failure to comply with directives given by College District personnel.
17. Failure to provide identification when requested to do so by College District personnel.
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18. Use of tobacco products/electronic smoking devices in areas not designated for smoking
including all college buildings and vehicles.
19. Violating policies, rules, or agreements signed by the student regarding the use of
technology resources.
20. Attempting to access or circumvent passwords or other security-related information of the
College District, students, or employees or uploading or creating computer viruses.
21. Attempting to alter, destroy, or disable College District technology resources including but
not limited to computers and related equipment, College District data, the data of others, or
other networks connected to the College District’s system.
22. Using the Internet or other electronic communications to threaten College District students,
employees, or volunteers.
23. Sending, posting, or possessing electronic messages that are abusive, obscene, sexually
oriented, threatening, harassing, damaging to another’s reputation, or illegal.
24. Using e-mail or Web sites to engage in or encourage illegal behavior or threaten the safety
of the College District, students, employees, or visitors.
25. Possessing published or electronic material that is designed to promote or encourage illegal
behavior or that could threaten the safety of the College District, students, employees, or
visitors.
26. Scholastic dishonesty, as defined above.
27. Making false accusations or perpetrating hoaxes regarding the safety of the College
District, students, employees, or visitors.
28. Intentionally or knowingly providing false information to the College District.
29. Intentionally or knowingly falsifying records, passes, or other College District-related
documents.
30. Gambling.
31. Engaging in any conduct that College District officials might reasonably believe will
substantially disrupt the College District program or incite violence.
Discipline:
A student shall be subject to discipline, including suspension, in accordance with FM and FMA if
the student violates this policy:
• While on College District premises;
• While attending a College District activity; or
• While elsewhere if the behavior adversely impacts the educational environment or
otherwise interferes with the College District’s operations or objectives.
Student Complaints
Guiding Principles
• Informal Process
The College District encourages students to discuss their concerns and with the appropriate
instructor or other campus administrator who has the authority to address the concerns.
Concerns should be expressed as soon as possible to allow early resolution at the lowest
possible administrative level.
Informal resolution shall be encouraged but shall not extend any deadlines in this policy, except
by mutual written consent.
• Formal Process
A student may initiate the formal process described below by timely filing a written complaint.
Even after initiating the formal complaint process, students are encouraged to seek informal
resolution of their concerns. A student whose concerns are resolved may withdraw a formal
complaint at any time. The process described in this policy shall not be construed to create new
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or additional rights beyond those granted by law or Board policy, nor to require a full evidentiary
hearing or “mini-trial” at any level.
Freedom from Retaliation
Neither the Board nor any College District employee shall unlawfully retaliate against any
student for bringing a concern or complaint.
Notice to Students
The College District shall inform students of this policy through appropriate College District
publications.
Complaints
In this policy, the terms “complaint” and “grievance” shall have the same meaning.
Student complaints shall be filed in accordance with this policy, except as required by the
policies listed below. Some of these policies require appeals to be submitted in accordance with
FLD after the relevant compliant process:
1. Complaints alleging discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, national
origin, disability, or religion. [See FFD]
2. Complaints concerning retaliation relating to discrimination and harassment. [See FDE]
3. Complaints concerning disciplinary decisions. [See FMA]
4. Complaints concerning a commissioned peace officer who is an employee of the College
District. [See CHA]
General Provisions
 Filing
All written complaints and appeal notices may be filed by hand-delivery, by electronic
communication, including e-mail and fax, or by U.S. Mail. Hand-delivered filings shall be timely
filed if received by the appropriate administrator or designee by the close of business on the
deadline. Filings submitted by electronic communication shall be timely filed if they are received
by the close of business on the deadline, as indicated by the date/time shown on the electronic
communication. Mail filings shall be timely filed if they are postmarked by U.S. Mail on or before
the deadline and received by the appropriate administrator or designated representative no
more than three days after the deadline.
 Scheduling Conferences
The College District shall make reasonable attempts to schedule conferences at a mutually
agreeable time. If a student fails to appear at a schedule conference, the College District may
hold the conference and issue a decision in the student’s absence.
 Response
At Levels One, Two, and Three “response” shall mean a written communication to the student
from the appropriate administrator. Responses may be hand-delivered, sent by electronic
communication to the student’s email address of record or sent by U.S. Mail to the student’s
mailing address of record. Mailed responses shall be timely if they are postmarked by U.S. Mail
on or before the deadline.
 Days
“Days” shall mean College District business days. In calculating time lines under this policy, the
day a document is filed is “day zero.” The following day is “day one.”
 Representative
“Representative” shall mean any person who or organization that is designated by the student to
represent the student in the complaint process.
The student may designate a representative through written notice to the College District at any
level of this process. If the student designates a representative with fewer than three days’
notice to the College District before a scheduled conference or hearing, the College District may
reschedule the conference or hearing to a later date, if desired, in order to include the College
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District’s counsel. The College District may be represented by counsel at any level of the
process.
 Consolidating Complaints
Complaints arising out of an event or a series of related events shall be addressed in one
complaint. A student shall not file separate or serial complaints arising from any event or series
of events that have been or could have been addressed in a previous complaint.
 Untimely Filings
All time limits shall be strictly followed unless modified by mutual written consent.
If a written complaint or appeal notice is not timely filed, the complaint may be dismissed, on
written notice to the student, at any point during the complaint process. The student may appeal
the dismissal by seeking review in writing within ten days from the date of the written dismissal
notice, starting at the level at which the complaint was dismissed. Such appeal shall be limited
to the issue of timeliness.
 Cost Incurred
Each party shall pay its own costs incurred in the course of the complaint.
 Complaints and Appeals in Writing
Complaints under this policy shall be submitted in writing to the College District. Copies of any
documents that support the complaint should be attached to the complaint. If the student does
not have copies of these documents, copies may be presented at the Level One conference.
After the Level One conference, no new documents may be submitted by the student unless the
student did not know the documents existed before the Level One conference.
A written complaint or appeal that is incomplete in any material aspect may be dismissed, but
may be refiled with all the required information if the refiling is within the designated time for
filing.
Parking (Main & South Campus)
Parking Permits
Grayson College Adult Education and Literacy provides free parking permits for
its students. You will receive your temporary parking permit (valid for the
academic year) during your intake.
Additional Parking Info:
Grayson College Public Safety Services is now offering online Parking Permit
registration. To access the online Parking Permit registration, visit
www.grayson.edu.
Contact the Campus Police Department at (903) 463-8777 during regular
business hours. After hours call or text (903) 814-3343 or (903) 893-4388.
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Additional Grayson College Resources
All area codes 903) Admissions Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .463-8604
Blackboard / Internet Class Technology Help Desk. . . ..8 am-4 pm Weekdays 463-8788
Business Office Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ……463-8795
Campus Police. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .463-8777
Career & Job Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415-2544
Center for Workplace Learning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .463-8765
Class Scheduling Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...463-8695
Counseling / Degree Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .463-8695
Disability Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 463-8751
Financial Aid Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .463-8794
Main Campus Central Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 465-6030
New Student Orientation (College 101). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 463-8695
Public Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 463-8628
Residency Hall Coordinator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .463-8793
South Campus, Van Alstyne. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415-2500
Testing Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .463-8742
Tutoring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .463-8751
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
HEALTH DEPARTMENT........................................................................ . ..903-893-0131
VEHICLE REGISTRATION................................................................. . ......903-893-0131
VOTER REGISTRATION...................................................... ...... ...............903-893-8683
HOSPITALS & CLINICS
ONE MEDICAL..................................................... ..... ................... .... ....... 903-868-9565
TEXAS HEALTH PRESBYTERIAN-WNJ................ ......... ............... .........903-870-4611
TEXOMA MEDICAL CENTER........................................................ ..... ......903-416-4000
TMC URGENT CARE (DENISON)...............................................................903-465-7544
CRISIS CENTER........................................................................... ..............903-893-3909
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