106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy *5020 - STUDENT SERVICES Page 1 Section BP 5000 Title Student Services The San Jose/Evergreen Community College District shall provide and support a program of student services that will assist students to make optimal use of the educational opportunities afforded them. Policy Proposed District Policy The San Jose/Evergreen Community College District shall provide and support a program of student services that will assist students to make optimal use of the educational opportunities afforded them. The District shall provide educational, career, social and personal counseling services designed to assist students in evaluating abilities, interests and aptitudes, and in realizing their potential. The District shall provide educational, career, social and personal counseling services designed to assist students in evaluating abilities, interests and aptitudes, and in realizing their potential. ** Counseling shall be required for all first-time students enrolled for more than six units, students enrolled previously and students on academic or progress probation. The District shall appoint a sufficient number of qualified personnel to staff and administer a comprehensive program of student services. * Revised: 9/19/78 San Jose/Evergreen Community College District ** Added: 8/1/05 -15BP 5010 BP 5010 Admissions and Concurrent Enrollment *5000 - ADMISSIONS POLICY The San Jose/Evergreen Community College District shall maintain open BP 5010.1 Admission s and Concurrent Enrollment Regular Admission Reference: Education Code Section 76000, 76001, 76002; Labor Code Section 3077 The District shall admit students who meet one of the following requirements and who are capable of profiting from the instruction 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Reference: Education Code Section 76000, 76001, 76002; Labor Code Section 3077 The District shall admit students who meet one of the following requirements and who are capable of profiting from the instruction offered: Any person over the age of 18 and possessing a high school diploma or its equivalent. Other persons who are over the age of 18 years and who, in the judgment of the [ CEO ] or his or her designee are capable of profiting from the instruction offered. Such persons shall be admitted as provisional students, and thereafter shall be required to comply with the District's rules and regulations regarding scholastic achievement and other standards to be met by provisional or probationary students as a condition to being readmitted in any succeeding semester. Persons who are apprentices as defined in Section 3077 of the Labor Code Note: Admission of high school and younger students is not enrollment for students who are legal residents of California. Any student may attend any college within the District by meeting the following admissions requirements: Page 2 Section Title Proposed District Policy offered: Any person over the age of 18 and possessing a high school diploma or its equivalent. Other persons who are over the age of 18 years without a high school diploma or equivalent and based upon multiple measures are deemed capable of profiting from the instruction offered. A minor student who is a high school graduate or has passed the California Proficiency Examination, or the G.E.D. or its equivalent. Such persons shall be admitted as provisional students, and thereafter shall be required to comply with the District's rules and regulations regarding scholastic achievement and other standards to be met by provisional or probationary students as a condition to being readmitted in any succeeding semester. Persons who are apprentices as defined in Section 3077 of the Labor Code **5000.1Admissions Requirements ***1. Academic: The student shall be a high school graduate or have passed the California Proficiency Examination, or the G.E.D., or be 18 years of age or older, and in the opinion of the Admissions Committee able to profit from instruction offered. 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy Page 3 Section Title BP 5010.2 Special Admission Proposed District Policy mandated by law. However, if the district wishes to do so and there is agreement with the school district(s), this board policy should identify students who may be admitted (generally by age or grade level) and the status (special part-time [EC 48800], or special full time [EC 48800.5]). Districts may also make a statement regarding summer school attendance. Examples of such policies are listed below. Boards that admit special parttime or full-time students must comply with the requirements of Education Code Section 76001(b) regarding findings and reasons for denying any such request by pupils who are identifies as highly gifted. Language is included below. Apportionment for the concurrent enrollment of high school students can only be claimed if the enrollment meets the criteria of Education Code Section 76002. Language is included below. Admission Any student whose age or class level is equal to grades [ insert grade levels ] is eligible to Admission of special, part-time students (High School concurrent enrollment)who are not regularly admitted. Any student whose age or class 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies attend as a special part-time student for advanced scholastic or vocational courses. Any student whose age or class level is equal to grades [ insert grade levels ] is eligible to attend as a special full-time student Any student enrolled in [ insert grade level ] may attend summer session. 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy Page 4 Section Title Proposed District Policy level is equal to grades 9-12 is eligible to attend as a special parttime student for advanced scholastic or vocational courses. Any student whose age or class level is equal to grades 9-12 is eligible to attend as a special fulltime student as outlined in procedures. Any student enrolled in grades 912 may attend summer session as outlined in procedures.. Any student whose age or class level is equal to grades 9-12 who is home schooled, or no longer affiliated with a recognized high school, may attend as a special part-time student. Such students must complete supplemental applicant information and meet with the president’s designee. Home school affiliation or proof for formal separation from a high school must be provided prior to approval. Any student whose age or class level is below grade 9 may be eligible to attend as a special parttime student for advanced scholastic or vocational courses. Such students must have presidential approval (or designee’s) to attend. In addition they must have completed assessment, have provided additional documentation, and have an interview with the president’s designee prior to approval. Course content may not be age-appropriate for students at this level. (See Procedures AP 5011.1) 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 5 Section Title Proposed District Policy The Chancellor or designee shall establish procedures regarding the ability to benefit from instruction and admission of high school and younger students. *Fee exemption The District may has exempted or waive special part-time students admitted under Education Code Section 76001 from the fee requirement. (Ed Code section 76300(f)). Students receiving high school credit only are not subject to the fee. Denial of Requests for Admission BP 5010.3 If the Board denies a request for special full time or part time enrollment by a pupil who is identified as highly gifted, the board will record its findings and the reason for denying the request in writing within 60 days. The written recommendation and denial shall be issued at the next regularly scheduled board meeting that occurs at least 30 days after the pupil submits the request to the district. Denial of Requests for Admission of Highly Gifted Students The two Vice Presidents of Student Affairs Chancellor or designee shall establish procedures regarding evaluation of requests for special full time or part time enrollment by a pupil who is identified as highly gifted. Reference: Education Code 76001(b). The [ CEO ] shall establish procedures regarding evaluation of requests for special full time or part time enrollment by a pupil who is identified as highly gifted. Claims for State Apportionment for Concurrent Enrollment If the Board denies a request for special full time or part time enrollment by a pupil who is identified as highly gifted, the board will record its findings and the reason for denying the request in writing within 60 days as described inAdministrative Procedures 5011.2 BP 5010.4 Claims for State Claims for state apportionment submitted by the district based on enrollment of high 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy Page 6 Section Apportion ment for Concurrent Enrollment Claims for state apportionment submitted by the district based on enrollment of high school pupils shall satisfy the criteria established by statute and any applicable regulations of the Board of Governors. The [ CEO ] shall establish procedures regarding compliance with statutory and regulatory criteria for concurrent enrollment. Note: Nonresident students, including international students, are addressed in BP 5020. The district is not required to admit nonresident students, and thus is not required to admit international students. However, if the district admits nonresident students, it should not exclude international students as a matter of policy based on that status alone, because the district has no authority to discriminate on the basis of national origin. See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. Title Proposed District Policy school pupils shall satisfy the criteria established by statute and any applicable regulations of the Board of Governors. The Chancellor or designee shall establish procedures regarding compliance with statutory and regulatory criteria for concurrent enrollment. Reference: Education Code 76002 BP 5010.5 Admission of Nonresiden t and Internation al Students The District may admit non resident and international students who meet admissions criteria as outlined in BP 5010. An international student is defined as one who is in this country on valid and current student visa and who also meets the following requirements: 1. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of the English language to a degree which will enable them to profit from instruction, 2. Offer evidence of a standard degree of academic aptitude and achievement equivalent to an American high school education, 3. Meet any standards of health specifically set forth by Federal, State or local authorities, and 4. Provide verification of compliance with all applicable rules of US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and any other 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 7 Section Title Proposed District Policy valid and applicable visas. BP 5015 Residence Determination Reference: Education Code Sections 68040; 76140; Title 5, Sections 54000, et seq. Students shall be classified at the time of each application for admission or registration as a resident or nonresident student. A resident is any person who has been a bona fide resident of California for at least one year on the residence determination date. The residence determination date shall be the day immediately preceding the first day of a semester or summer session for which the student applies to attend. Residence classification shall be made for each student at the time applications for admission are accepted or registration occurs and whenever a student has not been in attendance for more than one semester. A student previously classified as a nonresident may be reclassified as of any residence determination date. The [ CEO ] shall enact procedures to assure that residence determinations are made in accordance with Education Code and Title 5 regulations. See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. 2. Residency: **A. The student shall be a legal resident of California; or, **B. The student shall be a nonresident out-of-state student who meets admissions requirements and enrollment priorities and upon payment of tuition and fees as set by the District Governing Board; or, **C. The student shall be a foreign student who has met with special admissions procedures and enrollment priorities and upon payment of tuition and fees set by the District Governing Board. Revised:6/12/73; 7/2/74; 2/1/77;San Jose/Evergreen Community 9/19/78; 4/1/86Community College District **Revised:2/17/76; 9/19/78; 4/1/86 ***Revised:1/17/89 BP 5015 Residence Determinat ion Reference: Education Code Sections 68040; 76140; Title 5, Sections 54000, et seq. Students shall be classified at the time of each application for admission or registration as a resident or nonresident student. RESIDENT A resident is any person who has been a bona fide resident of resided in California for at least one year on the residence determination date. The residence determination date shall be the day immediately preceding the first day of a semester or summer session for which the student applies to attend. Residence classification shall be made based on the first day of California Residence and shall be recorded for each student at the time applications for admission are accepted or registration occurs and whenever a student has not been in attendance for more than one semester. A student previously classified as a nonresident may be reclassified as of any residence determination date. The Chancellor or designee shall enact procedures to assure that residence determinations are made in accordance with Education Code and Title 5 regulations. NONRESIDENT A nonresident is a person who does not meet the residency requirement for a 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy Page 8 Section Title Proposed District Policy resident described above. See Administrative Procedures AP 5015 The [ CEO ] shall establish procedures regarding ability to benefit and admission of high school and younger students. *5000.2 - SPECIAL PART-TIME STUDENTS **Under the following provisions, a student who is under 18 years of age and who has completed the 8th grade may be admitted as a part-time student to classes conducted by the San Jose/Evergreen Community College District whenever space is available. The student shall attend grades 9 through 12 for at least a minimum school day. The student shall comply with application and admission procedures established by the college district for such students. The student shall present the colleges with a signed statement from the parents and school principal indicating what courses or areas of study the student desires. The student, subject to college approval, may be admitted to courses provided he/she has met academic standards. Upon written recommendation to the President of the College by an appropriate elementary school administrator, the President, or his/her designee, may admit students below the 9th grade level to college classes. Such students shall meet college and course prerequisites. ***A parent or guardian of a student who is not attending high school may 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy directly petition the President of the College to authorize the attendance of the student as a part-time student. A student admitted under these provisions as a part-time student shall receive credit for the community college courses completed in the same manner as if he/she were a regularly enrolled community college student unless, upon agreement between the two districts, the student receives high school _credit for the course completed. The student may not receive both high school and community college credit for such a course. Part-time students admitted under these provisions will be subject to all college rules and regulations which shall be published in the college catalog. Education Code 76001) ________________________________ _____ *Revised: 2/17/76; 9/19/78; 4/1/86San Jose/Evergreen Community **Revised: 5/19/87College District ***Added: 5/19/87 *5015.2 – COLLEGE CATALOGS CONTENT The College Catalogs shall contain, but not be limited to the following: Regulations and procedures for application and admission. Rules of probation and disqualification. Page 9 Section Title Proposed District Policy 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 10 Section Title Proposed District Policy Nonresiden t Tuition Reference: Education Code Sections 68050, 68051, 68052, 68130, 76140, 76141 Procedures for petition for reinstatement after disqualification. Requirements for Associate degrees. Requirements for Certificate of Achievement granted in designated occupational programs. Description of the grading system. Description and classification of courses and programs. Names of full-time instructors, dates and original appointment and degree(s) awarded. Policy on non-discrimination and prohibition of sexual harassment. Policy on a drug free campus * Revised: 9/19/78; 1/17/89 San Jose/Evergreen Community College District -14- BP 5020 Tuition Nonresident Reference: Education Code Sections 68050, 68051, 68052, 68130, 76141 Nonresident students shall be charged nonresident tuition for all units enrolled. Not later than January 1 of each year, the [ CEO ] shall bring to the Board for approval an action to establish *5010.3 – NONRESIDENT see also 5030 A nonresident out-of-state student, including international students, shall pay the fees set annually by the San Jose/ Evergreen Community College District Governing Board. Full-time employees of the District, their spouse and children, are exempted from the one-year residency BP 5020 A nonresident is a person who does not meet the residency requirement. Nonresident students shall be charged nonresident tuition for all units enrolled. 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy nonresident tuition for the following fiscal year. The fee shall be calculated in accordance with guidelines contained in applicable state regulations and/or the California Community College Attendance Accounting Manual. The [ CEO ] shall establish procedures regarding collection, waiver, and refunds of nonresident tuition. Note: The following is optional for those districts that enact a capitol outlay component to nonresident tuition as permitted by EC 76141. The CEO is authorized to implement a fee of [$ ______] to be charged only to persons who are both citizens and residents of foreign countries. The Board finds and declares that this fee does not exceed the amount expended by the district for capital outlay in the preceding year divided by the total FTES in the preceding fiscal year. Students who would otherwise be charged this fee shall be exempt if they demonstrate that they are a victim of persecution or discrimination in the county of which they are a citizen and resident, or if they demonstrate economic hardship. Students shall be deemed victims of persecution or discrimination if they present evidence that they are citizens and residents of a foreign country and that they have been admitted to the United States under federal regulations permitting such persons to remain in the United States. Students shall be deemed to have demonstrated economic hardship if they present evidence that they are citizens and requirement and will not be charged nonresident tuition. (Education Code 68079) **Nonresident students who have been hired by a public agency as a police officer or who have written assurance of being hired by a public agency as a police officer upon successful completion of police academy courses, will be classified as a resident for tuition purposes in police academy courses. ________________________________ ______ * Revised:9/19/78; 4/1/86; 1/17/89San Jose/Evergreen Community **Added:6/21/88College District -8- Page 11 Section Title Proposed District Policy Not later than January 1 of each year, the Chancellor or designee shall bring to the Board for approval an action to establish nonresident tuition for the following fiscal year. The fee shall be calculated in accordance with guidelines contained in applicable state regulations and/or the California Community College Attendance Accounting Manual. The Chancellor or designee shall establish procedures regarding collection, waiver, and refunds of nonresident tuition. *The procedures shall state who is exempt from the fee and for whom the fee may be waived. Note: The following is optional for those districts that enact a capitol outlay component to nonresident tuition as permitted by EC 76141. 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy Page 12 Section Title BP 5020.1 Exemption s to Nonresiden t Tuition Proposed District Policy residents of a foreign country and that they are receiving Aid to Families with Dependent Children, Supplemental Income/State Supplementary benefits, or general assistance See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. Exemptions to the nonresident tuition may be made as outlined by the Ed Code 76140(a)(2) as follows: Any nonresident who is both a citizen and resident of a foreign country, if the nonresident has demonstrated a financial need for the exemption. Not more than 10 percent of the nonresident foreign students attending any community college district may be so exempted. Exemptions made pursuant to this paragraph may be made on an individual basis. Exemptions to the nonresident tuition fee will be made pursuant to Education Code section 68130 (AB540); and pursuant to the categories listed in the California Community College Attendance Accounting Manual as eligible for exemption. See Administrative Procedures AP 5020.1 *5010.4 - EXCHANGE OF STUDENTS The District may enter into contracts with other states and foreign countries for the exchange of students. (Education Code 68131 and 76140) ________________________________ 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 13 Section Title Proposed District Policy ________________________________ ______________ *Revised: 6/12/73San Jose/Evergreen Community College District -9- BP 5030 Fees Reference: Education Code Sections 76300, et seq. The Board authorizes the following fees. The[ CEO ] shall establish procedures for the collection, deposit, waiver, refund, and accounting for fees as required by law. The procedures shall also assure those who are exempt from or for whom the fee is waived are properly enrolled and accounted for. Fee amounts shall be published in the college catalogs. SECTION 5010 - FEES AND CHARGES BP 5030 Fees *5010.1 – FEES Reference: Education Code Sections 76300, et seq. The Board authorizes the following fees. The Chancellor or designee shall establish procedures for the collection, deposit, waiver, refund, and accounting for fees as required by law. The procedures shall also assure those who are exempt from or for whom the fee is waived are properly enrolled and accounted for. Fee amounts shall be published in the college catalogs. All students not otherwise exempted by these policies, by Education Code or Title 5, shall pay, at the time of registration, the Enrollment Fees and other fees as authorized by the California Legislature and/or the Governing Board. Added:4/1/86San Jose/Evergreen Community *Revised:1/17/89College District 5010.2 - __SPECIAL PART-TIME STUDENTS *Special part-time students attending high school (Policy 5000.2) and who are enrolled in college classes for high school credit are exempt from the enrollment fee. Added:4/1/86San Jose/Evergreen Community *Revised:11/17/87College District -7- Enrollment fee: Education Code Section 76300 Each student shall be charged a fee for enrolling in credit courses as required BP 5030.1 Enrollment fee: Education Code Section 76300 Each student shall be charged a fee for enrolling in credit courses as required by 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy Page 14 Section Title by law. Proposed District Policy law. Ed Code 76300 authorizes the Board to waive fees for special part-time students who are attending high school also known as concurrent enrollment students. Therefore, concurrent enrollment students are exempt from registration fees. See Administrative Procedures AP 5031.1 Note: If auditing is permitted (see Chapter 4) this policy is legally required. BP 5030.2 Auditing Fee The District does not permit auditing. BP 5030.3 Health Fee Education Code Section 76355 Auditing fees: Education Code 76370 Persons auditing a course shall be charged a fee of [not more than $15.00 ] per unit per semester. Students enrolled in classes to receive credit for 10 or more semester credit units shall not be charged this fee to audit three or fewer units per semester. Note: If the district charges any of the following optional fees, the following policy language would apply. Health fee: Education Code Section 76355 The District shall charge each full time student a fee of $ ______ for health supervision and services. Optional: Part-time students shall be charged [ Set amount or identify proportion ]. Note: Alternative language, to avoid specific amounts. The chancellor or designee shall present to the board for approval a fee to be charged to each student for student health services and with specific exemptions. 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 15 Section Title Proposed District Policy The [ CEO ] shall present to the board for approval a fee to be charged to each full time student for student health services. Optional: Part time students shall be charged [identify proportion]. BP 5030.4 Parking fee: Education Code 76360 Students [ and employees ] shall be required to pay a fee, in an amount not to exceed $ ______ per semester and $ ______ per intersession for parking services. Parking fee: Education Code 76360 The Chancellor or designee shall present for board approval fees for parking for students as needed. To encourage ridesharing, a student may certify in writing at the time of payment of the fee that he or she regularly has two or more passengers commuting with him or her. Note: Alternative Language, to avoid specific amounts The [ CEO ] shall present for board approval fees for parking for students [ and employees ]. BP 5030.5 Physical education facilities: Education Code 76395 Where the District incurs additional expenses because a physical education course is required to use non-district facilities, students enrolled in the course shall be charged a fee for participating in the course. Such fee shall not exceed the student’s calculated share of the additional Physical education facilities fees: Education Code 76395 Where the District incurs additional expenses because a physical education course is required to use non-district facilities, students enrolled in the course shall be charged a fee for participating in the course. Such fee shall not exceed the student’s calculated share of the additional expenses incurred by the district. See Administrative Procedures AP 5031.5 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 16 Section Title Proposed District Policy BP 5030.6 Student Representa tion Fee: Education Code 76060.5 Based on a vote of the Student Body of a college, students of that college may will be charged a $1 fee per semester to be used to provide support for student governmental affairs representation. A student may refuse to pay the fee for religious, political, financial or moral reasons and shall submit such refusal in writing. See Administrative Procedures AP 5030.6. BP 5030.7 Transcript Fees: Education Code 76223 expenses incurred by the district. Note: If a student representation fee has been established the following shall apply: Student Representation Fee: Education Code 76060.5 Students will be charged a $1 fee per semester to be used to provide support for student governmental affairs representation. A student may refuse to pay the fee for religious, political, financial or moral reasons and shall submit such refusal in writing. Student Transportation Costs: Education Code 76361 Students [ and employees ] shall be charged a fee for the purpose of recovering transportation costs incurred by the district for services provided by common carriers to students [ and employees ]. The fee shall be $_______ per student [ or employee ]. These fees will only paid by students [ and employees ] who use the transportation services, unless a vote of the students in accordance with the Education Code establishes otherwise. Transcript Fees: Education Code 76223 The District shall charge a reasonable amount for furnishing copies of any student record to a student or former student. The [ CEO ] is authorized to establish the fee, which shall not to exceed the actual cost of furnishing copies of any student record. No charge shall be made for furnishing up to two The District shall charge a reasonable amount for furnishing copies of any student record to a student or former student. The Vice Chancellor for Business Services with the Vice Presidents for Student Affairs Chancellor or designee is are authorized to establish the fee, which shall not exceed the actual cost of furnishing copies of any 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 17 Section Title transcripts of students’ records, or for two verifications of various records. There shall be no charge for searching for or retrieving any student record. Proposed District Policy student record. No charge shall be made for furnishing up to two transcripts of students’ records, or for two verifications of various records for from each college. There shall be no charge for searching for or retrieving any student record. See Administrative Procedures AP 5030.7 International Students Application Processing Fee: Education Code Section 76142 The District shall charge students who are both citizens and residents of a foreign country a fee to process his or her application for admission. This processing fee and regulations for determining economic hardship may be established by the [ CEO ]. The fee shall not exceed the lesser of 1) the actual cost of processing an application and other documentation required by the U.S. government; or 2) one hundred dollars ($100), which shall be deducted from the tuition fee at the time of enrollment. See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. The following policy is not required, but is legally recommended. Instructional materials: Education Code Section 76365; Title 5, Sections 59400, et seq. Students may be required to provide required instructional and other materials for a credit or non-credit course, provided such materials are of continuing value to the student outside the classroom and provided that such materials are not solely or exclusively BP 5030.8 Internation al Students Applicatio n Processing Fee: Education Code Section 76142 The District shall charge students who are both citizens and residents of a foreign country a fee to process his or her application for admission. This processing fee and regulations for determining economic hardship may be established by the Chancellor or designee. The fee shall be one hundred dollars ($100), which shall be deducted from the tuition fee at the time of enrollment. See Administrative Procedures AP 5030.8 BP 5031 5030.9 Instruction al materials fees: Reference: Education Code Section 76365; Title 5 Section 59400 et seq. Students may be required to provide required instructional and other materials for a credit or non-credit course, provided such materials are of continuing value to the student outside the classroom and provided that such materials are not solely or exclusively 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 18 Section Title available from the District. available from the District. BP 5035 Withholding of Student Records Reference: Title 5, Section 59410 Students or former students who have been provided with written notice that they have failed to pay a proper financial obligation shall have grades, transcripts, diplomas, and registration privileges withheld. BP 5040 Student Records and Directory Information Reference: Education Code Sections 76200, et seq.; Title 5, Sections 54600, et seq. The [ CEO ] shall assure that student records are maintained in compliance with applicable federal and state laws relating to the privacy of student records. Any currently enrolled or former student of the District has a right of access to any and all student records relating to him or her maintained by the district. No District representative shall release the contents of a student Proposed District Policy BP 5035 *5005 - STUDENT RECORDS AND TRANSCRIPTS **A record of access of all persons in categories 2, 3, 4, and 5 is maintained in the student's file folder. No other person may obtain information about a student without the student's written consent. **Statistical information concerning the student body, which contains no personally identifiable data, is made available to the public in various forms. The college also makes available to the public the names of students who are graduating, the names of students who are placed on the "Honors List," participants in athletic events, and copies of the student's class schedule unless students request, in writing to the BP 5040 Withhold ing of Student Records, Grades, Transcrip ts, etc. for nonrepay ment of financial obligatio ns Reference: Title 5, Section 59410 Student Records and Directory Informati on Reference: Education Code Sections 76200, et seq.; Title 5, Sections 54600, et seq. Students or former students who have been provided with written notice that they have failed to pay a proper financial obligation shall have grades, transcripts, diplomas, and registration privileges withheld. Any items or items withheld shall be released when the student satisfactory meets the financial obligations. See Administrative Procedures AP 5035 The Directors of Admissions shall assure that student records are maintained in compliance with applicable federal and state laws relating to the privacy of student records. Any currently enrolled or former student of the District has a right of access to any and all student records relating to him or her maintained by the district. No District representative shall release the contents of a student record to any member of the public without the prior written consent of the student, other than directory information as defined in this policy and information sought pursuant to a court 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy record to any member of the public without the prior written consent of the student, other than directory information as defined in this policy and information sought pursuant to a court order or lawfully issued subpoena, or as otherwise authorized by applicable federal and state laws. Students shall be notified of their rights with respect to student records, including the definition of directory information contained here, and that they may limit the information. Directory information shall include: Student participation in officially recognized activities and sports including weight, height and high school of graduation of athletic team members. Degrees and awards received by students, including honors, scholarship awards, athletic awards and Dean’s List recognition. Note: This is an extremely limited definition of “directory information.” Both state and federal laws permit a board to adopt a definition of “directory information” that includes any of the following: name, address, telephone number, date and Director of Admissions and Records, that their name be withheld from any such list. Such requests must be submitted prior to the opening day of each semester. A college of the District will forward without charge, at the request of the student, two transcripts of work undertaken at the college. After the first two transcripts have been issued, a handling charge for each additional transcript will be made. *Revised:9/19/78San Jose/Evergreen Community **Added:3/4/86College District -5- Page 19 Section Title Proposed District Policy order or lawfully issued subpoena, or as otherwise authorized by applicable federal and state laws. Students shall be notified of their rights with respect to student records, including the definition of directory information contained here, and that they may limit the information. Directory information shall include: Student participation in officially recognized activities and sports including weight, height and high school of graduation of athletic team members. Degrees and awards received by students, including honors, scholarship awards, athletic awards, President’s List and Dean’s List recognitions. Directory information shall not include any of the following: name, address, telephone number, date of birth and place of birth. Per the Solomon Amendment (10/23/98), the District must provide recruiting information to the military service (Army, Navy, Marine Corp, Air Force, Coast Guard, including Reserve and National Guard). Recruiting information includes name, address telephone listing, age or year of birth, level of education (freshman, sophomore) or degree awarded for recent graduates and major. See Administrative Procedures AP 5040 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy Page 20 Section Title Proposed District Policy place of birth, major field of study, student participation in officially recognized activities and sports including weight, height and high school of graduation of athletic team members, degrees and awards received by students, including honors, scholarship awards, athletic awards and Dean’s List recognition, dates of attendance, and the most recent public or private school attended by the student. Such an expansive definition of “directory information” is no longer recommended out of concern for both the family privacy and the safety of students. Applicable law does not give the district discretion to use a more expansive definition of directory information on a selective basis, e.g., in order to make such data available to potential vendors. See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. *5010.6 – REFUNDS Nonresident and international student tuition refunds will be made in full for program reductions and withdrawal from the college which are recorded in the Office of Admissions and Records prior to the 11th school day in each semester. No refunds will be given for BP 5040.1 Reference title 5, 54070. The Chancellor or designee shall establish procedures for providing refunds to students that compiles with the state statutes and regulations. 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy Page 21 Section Title Proposed District Policy reductions or withdrawals after the 10th school day. (Title 5, 54070) Nonresident and international student tuition refunds will be given in full for any class which is canceled by the college regardless of when the class is canceled. *Revised: 6/12/73 BP 5041 Student Records, Grade Changes The District shall maintain student records compliant with state and federal regulations. All grade changes must be submitted in person by the instructor or instructor’s dean/supervisor to Admissions. Once awarded, grades are final and cannot be changed except in extenuating circumstances (per Education Code 76224a). Grades will not be changed except in cases involving a) mistake, b) fraud, c) bad faith, or d) incompetency. Requests for changes must be submitted to the division dean for review. The Chancellor or designee shall establish procedures for faculty to make appropriate grade changes. Requests for grade changes must be made within 2 one year of receiving the grade, and will not be permitted reviewed after that period of time. Requests for changes by students must be submitted to the division dean for review. The student is responsible for presenting evidence and rationale for the 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy Page 22 Section Title Proposed District Policy grade change. No student will be added to a class after the semester has ended unless there is a documented error, and the instructor has approval from his/her division dean. Students are not allowed to complete additional work after the end of a term for grade change consideration except when an Incomplete has been assigned. All Incompletes must be completed within one calendar year (per Title 5 Section 55758). Instructors are required to enter detailed grade data for each student on the permanent roster. No instructor may have access to any other instructor’s rosters unless authorized by that instructor. Deans and higher administration may have access as circumstances warrant. See Administrative Procedures AP 5041 BP 5050 Matriculation Reference: Education Code Sections 78210, et seq.; Title 5, Section 55500 The District shall provide matriculation services to students for the purpose of furthering equality of educational opportunity and academic success. The purpose of matriculation is to bring the student and the district into *5000.6 - MATRICULATION EXEMPTION CRITERIA *New students may be exempted from the assessment component of matriculation if they: 1.are enrolling in open curriculum classes only; 2.are enrolling in non-AA applicable courses other than pre-collegiate basic skills; 3.are enrolling in apprenticeship courses only; BP 5050 Matricul ation Reference: Education Code Sections 78210, et seq.; Title 5, Section 55500 The District shall provide matriculation services to students for the purpose of furthering equality of educational opportunity and academic success. The purpose of matriculation is to bring the student and the district into agreement regarding the student’s educational goal through the district’s established programs, policies and requirements. The Vice President of Student Affairs Chancellor or designee shall establish procedures to assure implementation of 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies agreement regarding the student’s educational goal through the district’s established programs, policies and requirements. The [ CEO ] shall establish procedures to assure implementation of matriculation services that comply with the Title 5 regulations. See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Page 23 Current District Policy Section Title Proposed District Policy matriculation services that comply with the Title 5 regulations. 4.or have AA, BA, or other college degrees. See Administrative Procedures 5050 et. seq. Previous reading, writing, and math coursework successfully completed (with a C grade or better) may be used for placement purposes in lieu of the corresponding placement test(s). New students may be exempted from the orientation, and/or the counseling components) of matriculation if they: 1. 1.are enrolling in apprenticeship or short-term courses; 2. have a previous college degree. All students are included follow-up component. in the *Added: 1/28/92San Jose/Evergreen Community College District *5000.5 - REQUIRED EDUCATIONAL GOAL *After the term in which a student has completed a cumulative 15 units, the student will be required to state an educational goal prior to registering in a subsequent semester. Students completing 15 or more units without an educational goal shall be required each semester to see a counselor prior to registering for classes until such a time as an educational goal is stated. Title 4 financial aid recipients must BP 5051 Required Educatio nal Goal Students completing 15 or more units without an Educational Goal need to shall have an ed plan an Educational Goal on file prior to reenrollment as outlined in state matriculation regulations. See Administrative Procedures AP 5051 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 24 Section Title Proposed District Policy have an educational degree or certificate goal stated on an educational plan prior to receiving aid. *Added: 1/28/92San Jose/Evergreen Community College District -3.2- BP 5052 Open Enrollment Note: Boards are required to adopt by resolution the statement, or a comparable one, contained in the first paragraph. If boards have already adopted a resolution, this policy is legally advised, but not required. Reference: Title 5 Section 51006 The policy of [district] is that, unless specifically exempted by statute or regulation, every course, course section, or class, reported for state aid, wherever offered and maintained by the district, shall be fully open to enrollment and participation by any person who has been admitted to the college(s) and who meets such prerequisites as may be established pursuant to regulations contained in Article 2.5 (commencing with Section 55200) of Subchapter 1 of Chapter 6 of Division 6 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. Alternative (comparable) language: All courses, course sections, and classes of the District shall be BP 5052 Open Enrollment Reference: Title 5 Section 51006 The policy of the San Jose Evergreen Community College District is that, unless specifically exempted by statute or regulation, every course, course section, or class, reported for state aid, wherever offered and maintained by the district, shall be fully open to enrollment and participation by any person who has been admitted to the college(s) and who meets such prerequisites as may be established pursuant to regulations contained in Article 2.5 (commencing with Section 55200) of Subchapter 1 of Chapter 6 of Division 6 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. The Chancellor or designee shall assure that this policy is published in the catalog(s) and schedule(s) of classes, the college web sites and other media widely available to students. See Administrative Procedures AP 5052 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 25 Section Title BP 5055 Enrollme nt Priorities Proposed District Policy open for enrollment to any person who has been admitted to the college. Enrollment may be subject to any priority system that has been established. Enrollment may also be limited to students meeting properly validated prerequisites and corequisites, or due to other practical considerations such as exemptions set out in statute or regulation. The [CEO] shall assure that this policy is published in the catalog(s) and schedule(s) of classes. See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. BP 5055 Enrollment Priorities Reference: Title 5, Sections 51006, 58106, 58108 Note: If boards adopt BP 5052, then the language in the first paragraph may be deleted from this policy. All courses of the District shall be open to enrollment, subject to a priority system that may be established. Enrollment also may be limited to students meeting properly validated prerequisites 5000.3 - ENROLLMENT PRIORITY The highest admission enrollment priority shall be given to those students who are legal residents of California. Nonresident students and foreign students shall be admitted to the colleges as space is available. Foreign and nonresident students shall pay the foreign and nonresident student tuition rate as determined by the San Jose/Evergreen Community College District Governing Board and published annually in the college catalogs and the schedule of classes. The Chancellor or his designee will Reference: Title 5, Sections 51006, 58106, 58108 The Chancellor or designee shall establish procedures defining enrollment priorities, limitations, and processes for student challenge, which shall comply with Title 5 regulations. All courses of the District shall be open to enrollment, subject to a priority system that may be or have been established. See Administrative Procedures AP 5055 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy and co-requisites, or due to other, practical considerations. The [ CEO ] shall establish procedures defining enrollment priorities, limitations, and processes for student challenge, which shall comply with Title 5 regulations. See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. authorize questionnaires to be used for determination of residency. (Title 5, 54010; Education Code 68041) Page 26 Section Title Proposed District Policy Enrollment Limitations Enrollment also may be limited to students meeting properly validated prerequisites and co-requisites, or due to other, practical considerations. The Chancellor or designee shall establish procedures defining enrollment limitations, and processes for student challenge, which shall comply with Title 5 regulations. Appeals concerning residency will be considered by the District Director of Admissions and Records. Appeals of the District Director's decision will be directed to the Administrative Dean/Provost. Appeals of the Administrative Dean's/Provost's decision will be directed to the College President, Chancellor, or their designee. (Title 5, 54060; Education Code 68044) ________________________________ ______ *Revised: 9/19/78; 4/1/86San Jose/Evergreen Community College District -3*5000.4 - ENROLLMENT LIMITATIONS *Enrollment in a course may be limited: 1.by available space on a first-come, first-served basis; 2.because of health, safety or facility limitations, or legal requirements imposed by statute and approved by the Board; 3.to completion of a specified number of units for the purpose of establishing priority registration; or 4.to those students meeting course prerequisites approved by the Board. ________________________________ BP 5056 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy Page 27 Section Title Proposed District Policy Counseli ng Reference: Education Code Section 72620; Title 5, Section 51018 _______ *Added: 1/28/92San Jose/Evergreen Community College District -3.1*5020 - STUDENT SERVICES The San Jose/Evergreen Community College District shall provide and support a program of student services that will assist students to make optimal use of the educational opportunities afforded them. The District shall provide educational, BP 5110 BP 5110 Counseling career, social and personal counseling Reference: Education Code services designed to assist students in Section 72620; evaluating abilities, interests and Title 5, Section 51018 aptitudes, and in realizing their Counseling services are an potential. essential part of the educational ** Counseling shall be required for all mission of the District. first-time students enrolled for more The [ CEO ] shall assure the than six units, students enrolled provision of counseling services previously and students on academic or including academic, career, and progress probation. The District shall appoint a sufficient number of personal counseling that is qualified personnel to staff and related to the student's administer a comprehensive program education. of student services. Counseling shall be required for all first time students enrolled * Revised: 9/19/78 San for more than six units, students Jose/Evergreen Community College enrolled provisionally, and District students on academic or progress probation. ** Added: 8/1/05 See Administrative Procedure [ -15# ]. Counseling services are an essential part of the educational mission of the District. The Vice President of Student Affairs shall assure the provision of counseling services including academic, career, and personal counseling that is related to the student's education. A counseling/student services contact shall be required for all first time students enrolled for more than six units, students enrolled provisionally, and students on academic or progress probation. See Administrative Procedure AP 5110 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy BP 5120 Transfer Center Reference: Title 5, Section 51027 Page 28 Section Title BP 5120 Transfer Center The District incorporates as part of its mission the transfer of its students to baccalaureate level institutions. The District further recognizes that students who have historically been underrepresented in transfer to baccalaureate level institutions are a special responsibility. The [ CEO ] shall assure that a transfer center plan is implemented that identifies appropriate target student populations, is designed to increase the transfer applications of underrepresented students and complies with law and regulations. See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. BP 5130 Financial Aid Reference: 20 U.S.C. Sections 1070, et seq.; 34 CFR Section 668; Education Code Section 76300 A program of financial aid to students will be provided, which may include, but is not limited Proposed District Policy Reference: Title 5, Section 51027 The District incorporates as part of its mission the transfer of its students to baccalaureate level institutions. The District further recognizes that students who have historically been underrepresented in transfer to baccalaureate level institutions are a special responsibility. The Chancellor or designee shall assure that a transfer center plan is implemented that identifies appropriate target student populations, is designed to increase the transfer applications of underrepresented students and complies with law and regulations. See Administrative Procedures AP 5120 *5030 - SCHOLARSHIPS AND LOANS The Colleges shall seek and make available scholarships and loans for students in need of financial assistance. Community organizations and individuals will be encouraged to contribute toward scholarships, loan funds and awards. All money that is contributed will be BP 5130 Financial Aid Reference: 20 U.S.C. Sections 1070, et seq.; 34 CFR Section 668; Education Code Section 76300 A program of financial aid to students will be provided, which may include, but is not limited to, scholarships, grants, loans, and work and employment programs. All financial aid programs will adhere to 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy to, scholarships, grants, loans, and work and employment programs. All financial aid programs will adhere to guidelines, procedures and standards issued by the funding agency, and will incorporate federal, state and other applicable regulatory requirements. The [ CEO ] shall establish, publicize, and apply satisfactory academic progress standards for participants in Title IV student aid programs. See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. kept in a trust fund established by the Student Accounts office. BP 5140 Disabled Students Programs and Services Reference: Education Code Sections 67310, 84850; Title 5, Sections 56000 et seq. Students with disabilities shall be assisted to participate whenever possible in the regular educational programs in the District. The Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) program shall be the primary provider for support programs and services that facilitate equal educational opportunities for disabled students who can profit from Page 29 Section Title Proposed District Policy guidelines, procedures and standards issued by the funding agency, and will incorporate federal, state and other applicable regulatory requirements. *Revised: 9/19/78San Jose/Evergreen Community College District The Chancellor or designee shall establish, publicize, and apply satisfactory academic progress standards for participants in Title IV student aid programs. -16- See Administrative Procedures AP 5130 BP 5140 Disabled Students Programs and Services Reference: Education Code Sections 67310, 84850; Title 5, Sections 56000 et seq. Students with disabilities shall be assisted to participate whenever possible in the regular educational programs in the District. The Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) program shall be the primary provider for support programs and services that facilitate equal educational opportunities for disabled students who can profit from instruction as required by federal and state laws. DSPS services shall be available to students with verified disabilities. The services to be provided include, but are not limited to, reasonable accommodations, academic adjustments, accessible facilities, 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 30 Section Title equipment, instructional programs, rehabilitation counseling and academic counseling. instruction as required by federal and state laws. DSPS services shall be available to students with verified disabilities. The services to be provided include, but are not limited to, reasonable accommodations, academic adjustments, accessible facilities, equipment, instructional programs, rehabilitation counseling and academic counseling. No student with disabilities is required to participate in the Disabled Students Programs and Services program. The [ CEO ] shall assure that the DSPS program conforms to all requirements established by the relevant law and regulations. BP 5150 Extended Opportunity Programs and Services Reference: Education Code 69640 – 69656; Title 5 Sections 56200 et seq. Support services and programs that are in addition to the traditional student services programs shall be provided in order to assist students who have language, social, and economic disadvantages to succeed Proposed District Policy No student with disabilities is required to participate in the Disabled Students Programs and Services program. The Chancellor or designee shall assure that the DSPS program conforms to all requirements established by the relevant law and regulations. See Administrative Procedures AP 5140 BP 5150 Extended Opportun ity Programs and Services Reference: Education Code 69640 – 69656; Title 5 Sections 56200 et seq. Support services and programs that are in addition to the traditional student services programs shall be provided in order to assist students who have language, social, and economic disadvantages to succeed academically in the District. The Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is established to provide services that may include, but are not limited to, outreach, recruitment, orientation, assessment, tutorial services, counseling and advising, and financial aid. 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 31 Section Title Proposed District Policy The Chancellor or designee shall assure that the EOPS program conforms to all requirements established by the relevant law and regulations. academically in the District. The Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is established to provide services that may include, but are not limited to, outreach, recruitment, orientation, assessment, tutorial services, counseling and advising, and financial aid. The [ CEO ] shall assure that the EOPS program conforms to all requirements established by the relevant law and regulations. See Administrative Procedures AP 5050 Note: If the District provides health services, the following policy will be applicable, or insert current policy. BP 5200 Student Health Services Reference: Education Code Section 76401 BP 5200 Student Health Services Student health services shall be provided in order to contribute to the education aims of students by promoting physical and emotional well being through health oriented programs and services. BP 5205 Student Accident Insurance Reference: Education Code Reference: Education Code Section 76401 Student health services shall be provided in order to contribute to the education aims of students by promoting physical and emotional well being through health oriented programs and services. See Administrative Procedures AP 5200 BP 5205 Student Accident Insuranc Reference: Education Code Section 72506 The District shall assure that students are covered by accident insurance in those 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies Section 72506 The District shall assure that students are covered by accident insurance in those instances required by law or contract. BP 5210 Communicable Disease Reference: Education Code Section 76403 The [ CEO ] shall establish procedures necessary to assure cooperation with local public health officials in measures necessary for the prevention and control of communicable diseases in students. See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. BP 5300 Student Equity Reference: Education Code Sections 66030; 66250, et seq.; 72010 et seq.; Title 5, Section 54220 The Board is committed to assuring student equity in educational programs and college services. The [CEO ] shall establish and implement a student equity plan that meets the Title 5 standards for such a plan. See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy Page 32 Section Title e Proposed District Policy instances required by law or contract. See Administrative Procedures AP 5205 BP 5210 Commun icable Disease Reference: Education Code Section 76403 The Chancellor or designee shall establish procedures necessary to assure cooperation with local public health officials in measures necessary for the prevention and control of communicable diseases in students. See Administrative Procedures AP 5210 BP 5300 Student Equity Reference: Education Code Sections 66030; 66250, et seq.; 72010 et seq.; Title 5, Section 54220 The Board is committed to assuring student equity in educational programs and college services. The Chancellor or designee in conjunction with the Academic Senate shall establish and implement a student equity plan that meets the Title 5 standards for such a plan. See Administrative Procedures AP 5300 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Page 33 CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Section Title Proposed District Policy BP 5400 Associated Students Organization Reference: Education Code Section 76060 The students of the District are authorized to organize a student body association[s]. The Board hereby recognizes that [those] association[s] as the Associated Students of the District [ list the A. S. of each college ]. The Associated Students organization is recognized as the official voice for the students in district [and college] decisionmaking processes. It may conduct other activities as approved by the [ CEO ]. The Associated Students activities shall not conflict with the authority or responsibility of the Board or its officers or employees. The Associated Students shall conduct itself in accordance with state laws and regulations and administrative procedures established by the [CEO ]. SECTION 5035 - *STUDENT GOVERNANCE *5035.1 - REPRESENTATIVE ORGANIZATIONS BP 5400 Associat ed Students Organiza tion Reference: Education Code Section 76060 **There shall be a student body association on each campus of the District. The associations shall operate under the rules stated in their constitutions as approved by the Governing Board. ***These representative organizations of students, through the support of the Governing Board, will participate with the administration, faculty and classified staff of the colleges and the Governing Board of the district with regard to district and college policies and procedures that have or will have a significant effect on students as specified in Section 5035.3. ___________________________ ___________________________ __________________________ *Revised: 7/2/91San Jose/Evergreen Community **Revised: 9/19/78; 1/17/89College District ***Added: 7/2/91 The students at each college are authorized to organize a student body association. The Board hereby recognizes those association[s] as the Associated Students of each college. The Associated Students organization is recognized as the official voice for the students in the college in decision-making processes. It may conduct other activities as approved by the Vice President of Student Affairs or designee. The Associated Students activities shall not conflict with the authority or responsibility of the Board or its officers or employees. The Associated Students shall conduct itself in accordance with state laws and regulations and administrative procedures established by the Vice President of Student Affairs. The Associated Students shall be granted the use of District premises subject to such administrative procedures as may be established by the Vice President of Student Services. Such use shall not be construed as transferring ownership 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy Page 34 Section Title Proposed District Policy or control of the premises. -17See Administrative Procedures AP 5400 Note: the following language is suitable for use in those districts where the ASO has been granted use of district facilities, e.g., for offices, meetings, etc. The Association Students shall be granted the use of District premises subject to such administrative procedures as may be established by the [CEO]. Such use shall not be construed as transferring ownership or control of the premises. See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. *5010.5 - ASSOCIATED STUDENTS The Associated Students governance group shall recommend annually the price of the student activity card which entitles a student to membership in and participation in activities of the Associated Student organization. ________________________________ __________ *Revised: 9/19/78; 1/17/89San Jose/Evergreen Community College District 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy -105035.2 - APPROPRIATE MEANS San Jose/Evergreen Community College District shall provide appropriate means to strengthen student knowledge and understanding of governance issues in order to increase student preparedness, and to foster greater self confidence in student leadership roles. "Appropriate means" include such activities as: Inservice training and orientation conducted at the beginning of each academic year for the purpose of building trust, fostering team work, and preparing for meaningful participation in the governance process. Those students planning to participate in campus and district governance should be involved; The provision of ongoing consultative services such as regular, timely meetings with committee chairpersons, the development of mentor programs, or other alternative means of sharing with the students, supported by all governance segments; Provision for meeting room for the representative student organizations and their committees. A total of no more than six semester parking permits shall be allocated by the Associated Students' President to elected officers composing each Page 35 Section Title Proposed District Policy 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 36 Section Title Proposed District Policy BP 5410 Associat ed Students Elections Reference: Education Code Section 76061 college's executive council. Added: 7/2/91San Jose/Evergreen Community College District -17•1 BP 5410 Associated Students Elections Reference: Education Code Section 76061 The Associated Students shall conduct annual elections to elect officers. The elections shall be conducted in accordance with procedures established by the [ CEO ]. The Associated Students shall conduct annual elections to elect officers. The elections shall be conducted in accordance with procedures established by the Vice President of Student Affairs. Any student elected as an officer in the Associated Students shall meet both of the following requirements: Any student elected as an officer in the Associated Students shall meet both of the following requirements: The student shall be enrolled in the District at the time of election and throughout his or her term of office, with a minimum of five semester units or the equivalent. The student shall meet and maintain the minimum standards of scholarship (see Board Policy 4220 and related administrative procedures). See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. The student shall be enrolled in the District at the time of election and throughout his or her term of office, with a minimum of six semester units or the equivalent. The student shall meet and maintain the minimum standards of scholarship (see Board Policy 4220 and related administrative procedures). See Administrative Procedures AP 5410 5035.4 - SELECTION OF STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES see also BP 5410 The selection of student representatives 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 37 Section Title BP 5420 Associat ed Students Finance Proposed District Policy to serve on college or district committees, task forces, or other governance groups shall be made by the Associated Students' President or his/her designee. The representatives are to be fully accountable to their respective organization(s). Achieving equity and diversity should be a significant factor in student appointments and nominations. Added: 7/2/91San Jose/Evergreen Community College District BP 5420 Associated Students Finance Reference: Education Code Sections 76063–76065 Associated Student funds shall be deposited with and disbursed by the [ CEO ]. The funds shall be deposited, loaned or invested in one or more of the ways authorized by law. All funds shall be expended according to procedures established by the Associated Students, subject to the approval of each of the following three persons, which shall be obtained each time before any funds may be expended: the [ CEO ] or designee; the employee who is the designated adviser of the particular student body -17.35035.6 - FINANCIAL SUPPORT see also BP5420 The colleges of San Jose/Evergreen Community College District may create budget accounts to support student governance activities. The amounts of money budgeted to these accounts shall be determined through the individual college budget processes. Added: 7/2/91San Jose/Evergreen Community College District -17.5- Reference: Education Code Sections 76063–76065 Associated Student funds shall be deposited with and disbursed by the College President or designee The funds shall be deposited, loaned or invested in one or more of the ways authorized by law. All funds shall be expended according to procedures established by the Associated Students, subject to the approval of each of the following three persons, which shall be obtained each time before any funds may be expended: the President or designee; the employee who is the designated adviser of the particular student body organization; and a representative of the student body organization. 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 38 Section Title organization; and a representative of the student body organization. The funds of the Associated Students shall be subject to an annual audit. BP 5500 of Conduct Standards Reference: Education Code Section 66300; Accreditation Standard II.A.7.b The [ CEO ] shall establish procedures for the imposition of discipline on students in accordance with the requirements for due process of the federal and state law and regulations. The procedures shall clearly define the conduct that is subject to discipline, and shall identify potential disciplinary actions, including but not limited to the removal, suspension or expulsion of a student. The Board shall consider any recommendation from the [CEO} for expulsion. The Board shall consider an expulsion recommendation in closed session unless the student requests that the matter be considered in a public meeting. Final action by the Board on the expulsion shall be taken at a public meeting. The procedures shall be made widely available to students through the college catalog and other means. Note: Although the establishment of actual standards of student conduct can be delegated to the CEO, it is legally advised that the board itself do so by policy. The following language is Proposed District Policy The funds of the Associated Students shall be subject to an annual audit. *5040.3 - STANDARDS OF STUDENT CONDUCT Students and visitors to San Jose City College and Evergreen Valley College of the San Jose/Evergreen Community College District are expected to adhere to academic and behavioral Standards of Student Conduct. Academic standards include academic honesty, satisfactory academic performance, and regular attendance. Behavioral standards include showing mutual respect to students and college staff and adherence to District/College rules and regulations and State/ Federal laws. By following these standards, students will conduct themselves in a manner that fosters a positive learning and working environment for students and staff, maintains order on the campus, and protects the rights of the individual and the interests of the district. Violations of these standards on district-owned or controlled property, or at a district-sponsored activity, could result in the consequences outlined in this section. Decisions will be made based on factual information in accordance with due process procedures as outlined by the college and the California Education Code. BP 5500 Standard s of Conduct Reference: Education Code Section 7603076037 Education Code Section 66300; Accreditation Standard II.A.7.b The Presidents or designee shall establish procedures for the imposition of discipline on students in accordance with the requirements for due process of the federal and state law and regulations. The procedures shall clearly define the conduct that is subject to discipline, and shall identify potential disciplinary actions, including but not limited to the removal, suspension or expulsion of a student. The Board shall consider any recommendation from the President for expulsion. The Board shall consider an expulsion recommendation in closed session unless the student requests that the matter be considered in a public meeting. Final action by the Board on the expulsion shall be taken at a public meeting. Suspension or expulsion shall apply to both campuses. The procedures shall be made widely available to students through the college catalog and other means. Definitions: The following are examples of conduct that shall constitute good cause for discipline, including but not limited to the removal, suspension or expulsion of a 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 39 Section Title Proposed District Policy provided as an example. student. The following conduct shall constitute good cause for discipline, including but not limited to the removal, suspension or expulsion of a student. 1. 2. 3. Causing, attempting to cause, or threatening to cause physical injury to another person. Possession, sale or otherwise furnishing any firearm, knife, explosive or other dangerous object, including but not limited to any facsimile firearm, knife or explosive, unless, in the case of possession of any object of this type, the student has obtained written permission to possess the item from a district employee, which is concurred in by the college president. Unlawful possession, use, sale, offer to sell, or furnishing, or being under the influence of, any controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the California Health and Safety Code, an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind; or unlawful possession of, or offering, arranging or negotiating the sale of any drug paraphernalia, as defined in California Health and Safety Code Section Causing, attempting to cause, or threatening to cause physical injury to another person. Possession, sale or otherwise furnishing any firearm, knife, explosive or other dangerous object, including but not limited to any facsimile firearm, knife or explosive, unless, in the case of possession of any object of this type, the student has obtained written permission to possess the item from a District employee, which is concurred in by the Police Chief. Unlawful possession, use, sale, offer to sell, or furnishing, or being under the influence of, any controlled substance listed in California Health and Safety Code Section 11053 et seq., an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind; or unlawful possession of, or offering, arranging or negotiating the sale of any drug paraphernalia, as defined in California Health and Safety Code Section 11014.5. Committing or attempting to commit robbery or extortion. Causing or attempting to cause damage to District property or to private property on campus. Stealing or attempting to steal District property or private property on campus, or knowingly receiving stolen District property or private property on campus. Willful or persistent smoking in any area where smoking has been prohibited by law or by regulation of the college or the District. Committing sexual harassment as 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 11014.5. Committing or attempting to commit robbery or extortion. Causing or attempting to cause damage to district property or to private property on campus. Stealing or attempting to steal district property or private property on campus, or knowingly receiving stolen district property or private property on campus. Willful or persistent smoking in any area where smoking has been prohibited by law or by regulation of the college or the District. Committing sexual harassment as defined by law or by District policies and procedures. Engaging in harassing or discriminatory behavior based on race, sex, (i.e., gender) religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by law. Willful misconduct which results in injury or death to a student or to college personnel or which results in cutting, defacing, or other injury to any real or personal property owned by the District or on campus. Disruptive behavior, willful disobedience, habitual profanity or vulgarity, or the open and persistent defiance Current District Policy Page 40 Section Title Proposed District Policy defined by law or by District policies and procedures. Engaging in harassing or discriminatory behavior based on race, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by law. Willful misconduct that results in injury or death to a student or to District personnel or which results in cutting, defacing, or other injury to any real or personal property owned by the District or on campus. Disruptive behavior, willful disobedience, habitual profanity or vulgarity, or the open and persistent defiance of the authority of, or persistent abuse of, college personnel. Cheating, plagiarism (including plagiarism in a student publication), or engaging in other academic dishonesty as defined by the college and the consequences that will be applied.. Dishonesty; forgery; alteration or misuse of District documents, records or identification; or knowingly furnishing false information to the District. Unauthorized entry upon or use of District facilities. Lewd, indecent or obscene conduct or expression on District-owned or controlled property, or at District sponsored or supervised functions. Engaging in expression which includes but is not limited to obscene, libelous or slanderous remarks, or which so incites students as to create a clear and present danger of the commission of unlawful acts on District premises, or the violation of lawful District regulations, or the substantial 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. of the authority of, or persistent abuse of, college personnel. Cheating, plagiarism (including plagiarism in a student publication), or engaging in other academic dishonesty. Dishonesty; forgery; alteration or misuse of college documents, records or identification; or knowingly furnishing false information to the District. Unauthorized entry upon or use of college facilities. Lewd, indecent or obscene conduct on District-owned or controlled property, or at District-sponsored or supervised functions. Engaging in expression which is obscene; libelous or slanderous; or which so incites students as to create a clear and present danger of the commission of unlawful acts on college premises, or the violation of lawful District administrative procedures, or the substantial disruption of the orderly operation of the District. Persistent, serious misconduct where other means of correction have failed to bring about proper conduct. Unauthorized preparation, giving, selling, transfer, distribution, or publication, Current District Policy Page 41 Section Title Proposed District Policy disruption of the orderly operation of the District. Persistent, serious misconduct where other means of correction have failed to bring about proper conduct. Unauthorized preparation, giving, selling, transfer, distribution, or publication, for any commercial purpose, of any contemporaneous recording of an academic presentation in a classroom or equivalent site of instruction, including but not limited to handwritten or typewritten class notes, except as permitted by any district policy or administrative procedure. Sexual assault or stalking 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 42 Section Title BP 5530 Student Rights and Privilege s Proposed District Policy for any commercial purpose, of any contemporaneous recording of an academic presentation in a classroom or equivalent site of instruction, including but not limited to handwritten or typewritten class notes, except as permitted by any district policy or administrative procedure. See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. 5035.5 - RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES San Jose/Evergreen Community College District, San Jose City College and Evergreen Valley College shall maximize the opportunity for student participation in governance through reasonable accommodation of resources. To facilitate student attendance and participation, the prior commitments of all members of any given committee shall receive equal consideration in scheduling meetings. Student members of the various district and college governance bodies, other than the Student Trustee, shall be granted the same rights and privileges due to all members. Student committee members may receive a stipend in an amount approved by the Governing Board. ________________________________ ________________________________ ________________ Added: 7/2/91San Jose/Evergreen Community College District The two Vice Presidents of Instruction Chancellor or designee shall adopt procedures to insure the exercise of students rights and privileges. San Jose/Evergreen Community College District, San Jose City College and Evergreen Valley College shall maximize the opportunity for student participation in governance through reasonable accommodation of resources. To facilitate student attendance and participation, the prior commitments of all members of any given committee shall receive equal consideration in scheduling meetings. Student members of the various district and college governance bodies, other than the Student Trustee, shall be granted the same rights and privileges due to all members. Student committee members may receive a stipend in an amount approved by the Governing Board. Added: 7/2/91 San Jose/Evergreen Community College District 106755281 CCLC Suggested Policies 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Current District Policy Page 43 Section Title Proposed District Policy See Administrative Procedures 5530 -17.45035.3 - DEVELOPMENT OF POLICIES AND PROCEDURES San Jose/Evergreen Community College District Governing Board shall encourage the effective participation of the students in the district and college governance as prescribed in AB 1725 (1990) and regulations adopted by the Board of Governors. In addition to other matters, students shall be provided the opportunity to participate in formulation and development of district and college policies and procedures as members of the shared governance structure on each campus and on a district level. This right includes the opportunity to participate in processes for jointly developing recommendations to the Governing Board regarding policies and procedures which will have significant effect on the students. District and college policies that have or will have "significant effect on students" are: Grading policies. Codes of student conduct. Academic disciplinary policies. Curriculum development. Courses and programs that should be initiated or discontinued. Processes for institutional planning and budget development. Standards and policies BP 5531 Develop ment of Policies and Procedur es San Jose/Evergreen Community College District Governing Board shall encourage the effective participation of the students in the district and college governance as prescribed in AB 1725 (1990) and regulations adopted by the Board of Governors. In addition to other matters, students shall be provided the opportunity to participate in formulation and development of district and college policies and procedures as members of the shared governance structure on each campus and on a district level. This right includes the opportunity to participate in processes for jointly developing recommendations to the Governing Board regarding policies and procedures which will have significant effect on the students. District and college policies that have or will have "significant effect on students" are: Grading policies. Codes of student conduct. Academic disciplinary policies. Curriculum development. Courses and programs that should be initiated or discontinued. Processes for institutional planning and budget development. Standards and policies regarding student participation and success. 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy Page 44 Section Title Proposed District Policy regarding student participation and success. Student services and facilities planning and development. Student fees within the authority of the district to adopt. Any other district and college policy, procedure or related matter that the district Governing Board determines will have a significant effect on students. Student services and facilities planning and development. Student fees within the authority of the district to adopt. Any other district and college policy, procedure or related matter that the district Governing Board determines will have a significant effect on students. Governing Board procedures shall ensure that at the district and college levels recommendations and positions developed by students are given every reasonable consideration. Governing Board procedures shall ensure that at the district and college levels recommendations and positions developed by students are given every reasonable consideration. The Governing Board shall give reasonable consideration to recommendations and positions developed by students regarding district and college policies and procedures pertaining to the hiring and evaluation of faculty, administration, and staff. ___________________________________ _ Added: 7/2/91San Jose/Evergreen Community The Governing Board shall give reasonable consideration to recommendations and positions developed by students regarding district and college policies and procedures pertaining to the hiring and evaluation of faculty, administration, and staff. ________________________________ ____ Added: 7/2/91San Jose/Evergreen Community College District See Administrative Procedures AP 5531 -17.2- BP 5550 Speech: Time, Place and Manner Reference: Education Code Section 76120 The college(s) of the District is/are non-public forums, except for those BP 5550 Speech: Time, Place and Manner Reference: Education Code Section 76120 The college(s) of the District are non-public forums, except for those areas , that are generally available for use by students or the community, which are limited public 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies areas , that are generally available for use by students or the community, which are limited public forums. The [ CEO ] shall enact such administrative procedures as are necessary to reasonably regulate the time, place and manner of the exercise of free expression in the limited public forums. The administrative procedures promulgated by the [ CEO ] shall not prohibit the right of students to exercise free expression, including but not limited to the use of bulletin boards designated for such use, the distribution of printed materials or petitions in those parts of the college designated as areas generally available to students and the community, and the wearing of buttons, badges, or other insignia. Students shall be free to exercise their rights of free expression, subject to the requirements of this policy. Speech shall be prohibited that is defamatory, obscene according to current legal standards, or which so incites others as to create a clear and present danger of the commission of unlawful acts on district property or the violation of district policies or procedures, or the substantial disruption of the orderly operation of the District. Nothing in this policy shall prohibit the regulation of hate violence, so long as the regulation conforms to the requirements of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, and of Section 2 of Article 1 of the California Constitution. Students may be disciplined for harassment, threats, Current District Policy Page 45 Section Title Proposed District Policy forums. The Vice President of Student Affairs shall enact such administrative procedures as are necessary to reasonably regulate the time, place and manner of the exercise of free expression in the limited public forums. The administrative procedures promulgated by the Vice President of Student Affairs shall not prohibit the right of students to exercise free expression, including but not limited to the use of bulletin boards designated for such use, the distribution of printed materials or petitions in those parts of the college designated as areas generally available to students and the community, and the wearing of buttons, badges, or other insignia. Students shall be free to exercise their rights of free expression, subject to the requirements of this policy. Speech shall be prohibited that is defamatory, obscene according to current legal standards, or which so incites others as to create a clear and present danger of the commission of unlawful acts on district property or the violation of district policies or procedures, or the substantial disruption of the orderly operation of the District. Nothing in this policy shall prohibit the regulation of hate violence or hate speech, so long as the regulation conforms to the requirements of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, and of Section 2 of Article 1 of the California Constitution. Students may be disciplined for harassment, threats, intimidation, or hate violence unless such speech is constitutionally protected. 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies Current District Policy intimidation, or hate violence unless such speech is constitutionally protected. Page 46 Section Title Proposed District Policy See Administrative Procedures AP 5550 See Administrative Procedures [ # ]. *5055 - GUEST SPEAKERS FOR STUDENT ACTIVITY GROUPS San Jose/Evergreen Community College District affirms the obligation of institutions of higher learning to foster the free search for truth. In meeting that obligation, the District will strive to maintain on each college campus a spirit of free inquiry and to develop an atmosphere conducive to free expression and critical evaluation of divergent points of view. Guest speakers may be invited by faculty members or by any recognized student organization, in accordance with existing campus procedure, to speak on issues of political, philosophical, economic, or social significance. ** The President (or designee) shall be informed prior to the appearance of all speakers on campus. 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM CCLC Suggested Policies BP 5570 Student Credit Card Solicitations Reference: Title 5 Section 54400; Civil Code Section 1747.02(m); Education Code Section 99030. Current District Policy Page 47 Section Title Proposed District Policy BP 5570 Student Credit Card Solicitati ons Reference: Title 5 Section 54400; Civil Code Section 1747.02(m); Education Code Section 99030. The [CEO] shall establish procedures that regulate the solicitation of student credit cards on campus. The Chancellor or designee shall establish procedures that regulate the solicitation of student credit cards on campus. See Administrative Procedure AP 5570 See Administrative Procedure (__#__) BP 5610 BP 5700 Athletics Reference: Education Code Section 78223, 66271.6, 66271.8 The District shall maintain an organized program for men and women in intercollegiate athletics. The program shall not discriminate on the basis of gender in the availability of athletic opportunities. The [ CEO ] shall assure that the athletics program complies with the California Community Colleges Commission on Athletics Constitution and Sports Guides, and appropriate Conference Constitution regarding student athlete participation. BP 5700 Voter Registrat ion Athletics Each college shall adopt efforts to provide voter registration opportunities to students. See Administrative Procedures AP 5610 Reference: Education Code Section 78223, 66271.6, 66271.8 The District shall maintain an organized program for men and women in intercollegiate athletics. The program shall not discriminate on the basis of gender in the availability of athletic opportunities as outlined in Title 9. The President or designee shall assure that the athletics program complies with the California Community Colleges Commission on Athletics Constitution and Sports Guides, and appropriate Conference Constitution regarding student athlete participation. See Administrative Procedure [ # ]. See Administrative Procedure AP 5700 106755281 3/7/2016 -- 8:04:55 AM Page 48 Exhibit 19-C