EOPS/CARE

"Building better futures for our students and our community."

Extended Opportunity Programs and Services

EOPS is recognized as a state funded categorical program that provides innovative methods to shape the direction of the population it serves. What makes this program so special is the level of commitment devoted to student well-being. For a three year period (6 semesters), students are embraced and guided on a pathway to success. Each of the mentors/counselors on this team is specialized and well trained to provide students with resources, guidance, leadership, and comfort to reaching their full potential.

 

is your direct connection to counseling/advising! To schedule your own counseling/advising appointments (or message a counselor/advisor), you must first be a registered student with Palo Verde College. Once registered, click on the ConexEd button, and you'll be taken to a directory of programs/counselors. Select your program, or if you are not sure what program to select, select the General option to schedule an appointment with a counselor/advisor. You have the option to send a quick message, or schedule an appointment with a counselor/advisor in-person on campus, or virtually in ConexED.

VISION:

Palo Verde College EOPS identifies, recruits, supports, and educates non-traditional students who come to the college environment educationally under-prepared. Through offering a variety of programs and opportunities for personal and professional enrichment, PVC promotes inclusive culture, quality education, and comprehensive support services to create leaders dedicated to community advocacy.

MISSION:

The EOPS program’s mission is to encourage the enrollment, retention, and transfer of students handicapped by language, social, economic, and educational disadvantages and to facilitate the successful completion of their goals and objectives in college.

VALUE:

As a community, the college values Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-racism strengthened by the institution through enhanced cultural diversity, and varied lived experiences of our students, faculty, staff, and external community. PVC values student success, open access, campus climate and participatory governance, fostering mutual respect, values multiple perspectives, and appreciates diverse cultures.

PURPOSE:

The EOPS purpose is to provide special recruitment, retention, and transition services to eligible students. The services offered are "above and beyond" those offered by the college's Student Services division. The primary services include assistance in the following areas:

• priority enrollment
• counseling/advisement
• financial incentives and assistance
• textbooks and supplies
• career exploration and readiness
• preparation for transition to four-year colleges and universities

The "above and beyond" services EOPS provides are to enhance the educational success of program participants, beginning with an outreach program that stresses that college is for everyone with a dream, and that success can be a reality for those with a plan.

 

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