ACC High School Programs Family Newsletter
Volume 8 | December 1, 2020
Meet Associate Dean Ray Sandoval,
Dual Credit in Liberal Arts
Final Stretch, Finishing Semester Strong
With only two weeks until the semester ends and finals around the corner, different offices across the ACC district have coordinated different events to help students prepare and de-stress. More information is listed below.

Our Academic Coaching Office will be hosting a Test Taking Bootcamp on December 3rd for students.

The workshop will begin at 3 pm. Students can register here. Students can also find more information on how to prep for finals here.

Students can take a break from finals by attending one of the various events beginning December 3rd to December 11th coordinated by our Student Life office.

For more details, please click below. 
Balancing High School and College
As we wrap up the fall semester and look towards another virtual semester, we wanted to remind you of the resources available to your dual credit or Early College High School student. Your student’s Academic Success Coordinator is here to act as a point of contact for any support your student may need and can assist with general advising and connecting your student with ACC resources. Your student can find their assigned Academic Success Coordinator’s contact information under “My Advisors” in their MyACC portal.

Along with the Academic Success team, ACC has several supports in place to ensure your student is able to balance their high school and college responsibilities in this environment. Please see below for some common issues and the departments that can assist:

Is your student struggling with time management?
Make an appointment with an Academic Coach here: Make an Academic Coaching Appointment. You can also find resources on time management, note-taking, and other strategies for academic success here: Academic Coaching Resources

Is your student having trouble understanding the material they’re learning?
Office hours are a great place to ask questions about course content. Your student’s professor’s office hours should be listed in their syllabus.
Students can also use ACC’s virtual tutoring for additional help with course concepts. You can make a virtual appointment here: Make a Tutoring Appointment

Is your student feeling overwhelmed or anxious?
If your student needs someone to talk to, ACC’s counseling services are here to listen. Your student can request a counseling appointment here: ACC Counseling Services
For study tips, testing taking tips, and time management guidance, students can sign-up to meet with an Academic Coach or visit their webpage for online resources. 
For academic assistance, students can sign-up for a tutoring session. 
Self Care
Calm During the Storm
It’s quite natural to feel some level of stress when you’re a student. But, high levels of stress can be damaging. Take a peek at our self care tips, and check out the resource for overcoming anxiety during uncertain times.
Five steps to organize and
end the year off strong!
Time Management Weekly Planner!

Scholarship Opportunity for your High School Senior !
ACC's Career Scholars Scholarship program application for Fall 2021 is now open! This scholarship offers a unique opportunity for high school graduates entering ACC this Fall and focused on obtaining a certificate or associate degree at ACC and entering the local workforce.

What Scholars get:
  • Up to $5,000, total, toward a workforce credential within three years
  • Hands on, wraparound support and access to scholarship advocates, academic advisors, career support staff, mentors, and faculty.

Send questions or schedule an appointment to speak with a Career Scholars coordinator at careerscholars@austincc.edu
Emergency Funds
Students whose families are facing financial hardships that may be negatively affecting their student's education may qualify for emergency support. Students should contact their assigned ACC Academic Success Coordinator for more information. 
RENT offers applications for 1-3 months of rent for those financially impacted by COVID-19.
The Caring Place offers assistance with mortgage, dental, prescription assistance & more.
Austin Health Commons assists families with emotional support, utilities, food and more.
rent assistance
family assistance
For more Emergency Food Resources, click here.
Event Reminders!
Save These Dates
FAFSA Opened: October 1st

Registration is open and ongoing for Spring 2021 semester!
Current/Returning students ~ October 26 - January 18
New students ~ November 2 - January 18

Payment deadline is January 4 by 11:59pm
After January 4, Same Day Pay begins with payment due by 11:59pm on the day of registration

Need help paying your tuition/fees? Interest-free payment plans are available, allowing you to stretch payments over three installments. The first down payment is required to be paid by the tuition deadline.




December 23 | Start of Winter Break
January 19 | First Day of Spring Semester
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Blackboard will be unavailable:
December 22 at 5 PM
and Sunday, January 1 at 12PM
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Make sure your tuition balance is paid so you don't get dropped! Even if your tuition is waived, you may have textbook fees that you need to pay. If you have a balance, and do not pay it by January 4th, you will be dropped from your courses.

Please follow the instructions below to check your balance.

Have you made a plan yet?

Reach out to Registration Station if you need help using the registration system.

All Payment Deadlines
Keep Updated on COVID-19
Visit ACC’s COVID-19 Informational website for the latest updates about how ACC is responding to COVID-19 and details about fall classes and new health and safety measures.
This newsletter is produced by the Office of College and High School Relations at Austin Community College. Send feedback to collegenow@austincc.edu or yvette.flores@austincc.edu.

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