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MPC > Academics > PASS Learning Community
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PASS Learning Community
Partnering for Academic SuccesS
Spring 2010
Come Join Us!
Limited space is available, so fill out your application today! |
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Alex Lopez Marilyn Townsend Jamie Gerard |
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Tracie Catania Kim Shirley | |
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The PASS Learning Community will be made up of the following three classes:
ENGL 301 with Jamie Gerard
MATH 351 with Tracie Catania
FACS 56 (Life Management) with Kim Shirley
With support from:
Alex Lopez- Basic Skills Counselor
Marilyn Townsend- Academic Support Center |
Mission Statement
Increasing student success through the partnership of students, faculty, and counseling
Our Vision
To help our students gain the necessary academic and personal skills to complete their college goals of either transferring to a university, receiving an AA/AS, or earning a Certificate
What is a Learning Community?
A group of students who take the same classes. The classes are supported with an academic counselor, with everyone (instructors, counselor, and students) working together for student success
What are the requirements for the Spring 2010 PASS?
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You must be eligible for ENGL 301 (Academic Writing) AND MATH 351 (Pre-Algebra)
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You must be committed to taking all three classes (ENGL 301- including lab hours, MATH 351, and FACS 56)
What will I get out of it?
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A community of students who will be supporting each other in class and outside of class
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Some class assignments will be connected between PASS courses, allowing you greater opportunities for learning concepts
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Instructors that will meet outside of class time on your behalf to discuss helping you to succeed in all three classes
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Access to a counselor who can help you throughout the semester
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Upon successfully finishing the semester, you will be eligible for the second semester of PASS which will include: ENGL 111, MATH 261, and PERS 50
How do I enroll?
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Complete an application online or turn in a hard-copy application to Marilyn Townsend in the Library at the Academic Support Center- LTC 124
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You will be contacted for a meeting with Kim Shirley, the PASS Coordinator or Alex Lopez, our PASS Counselor
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After meeting with Kim or Alex, you will be provided with enrollment codes for the PASS classes
More questions? Please contact Kim Shirley, at kshirley@mpc.edu or Marilyn Townsend at 646-4176. |
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