 
Fall 2009
Fall is upon us and students appear
to be involved in their classes and campus activities as well.
Before you know it finals will be here and another semester will
be completed. Since we’re always looking forward, it’s time to
begin thinking about the Winter/Spring session. I encourage you to stop
by or call DSP&S to schedule a counseling appointment for
registration advisement.
During the Fall session DSP&S Lab hours will
be:
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from
10:00am -
4:00pm
Tuesday from 10:00am - 5:00pm
Be sure and plan to take care of your DSP&S lab
hours during those designated times of operation.
I hope you all have a successful semester!
What is a SEP? A Student Education Plan is a
guide to your future. It is important to choose a major and
discuss the requirements with your counselor. Every program and
school is different in regards to major preparation and general
education. The Career Center has a self-directed assessment tool
called DISCOVER that can be a good starting place. Then make an
appointment with a counselor to review your results and assist you
with your journey.
Please make sure you have your SEP in place
before the next registration time.
By: Dr. Stephanie Lee
As a counselor in the DSP&S department, I
work with students to help them formulate goals, plan classes,
and help problem solve if any difficulty arises. Students can
schedule appointments to discuss courses to take in the upcoming
semester, to develop a Student Educational Plan, or to discuss
DSP&S services and accommodations.
I generally work at the Canyon Country
Campus on Mondays and at the Valencia Campus, Tuesday through
Thursday. I can be reached at (661) 362-3568 or by email at
Stephanie.lee@canyons.edu.
Important
Dates
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October 12 - 15 |
Progress Reports due |
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October 16 |
Last day to drop with "W" |
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November 8 - 9 |
Veteran's Day Holiday |
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November 26 - 29 |
Thanksgiving Day Holidays |
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December 12 |
Last day of Fall 2009 Semester |
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December 19 - January 3 |
Campus Closed |
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January 4 |
First day of Winter 2010 |
My name is Dr. Christi Franklin and I’m the
Learning Disability Specialist here in DSP&S.
My primary mission is to determine who is
eligible for services under the category of Learning Disabled
based on the criteria from the California Community Colleges
Chancellor’s Office. A battery of tests is completed by the
student, and, based on that information, a determination is made
to whether they qualify for services in our department.
If you are having difficulties in certain areas
of learning, you can make an appointment with our director, Jane
A.
Feuerhelm, Ph.D., to determine if you are eligible for an
assessment for learning disabilities. Call Carol or Janice at
(661) 362-3341 to
set up a time to meet with Dr. Jane.
I am available Monday through
Thursday. I can be reached at (661) 362-5341 or email me
at: christi.franklin@canyons.edu
As Access Coordinator for College of the
Canyons, I want to welcome all new and returning students to our
department. DSP&S is committed to ensuring universal access to
information technology and coursework through accessible
software, specialized hardware, and universal design. College of
the Canyons is currently working to provide access stations for
every student computer lab which contain accessible software and
hardware so that any student may access information technology
without asking for specific accommodations.
Through the implementation of universal
design, students with disabilities have equal access to
important information and equal opportunities to succeed as a
student. Some of the software that the DSP&S department
utilizes to achieve universal access includes JAWS, Kurzweil
3000, ZoomText, Dragon Naturally Speaking, on screen keyboards,
e-text, and other accessible tools.
Again, College of the Canyons and DSP&S
welcome you. May your career as a college student be an
accessible and successful experience.
Valencia Campus
Monday: 10:00 AM—5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM—5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM—5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM—5:00 PM
Friday: CLOSED
Monday: 10:00 AM—4:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM—5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM—4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM—4:00 PM
Friday: CLOSED
Canyon Country Campus
Monday: By appointment only.
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