Disability Resources & Services (DRS)

QUICK TIPS

Documentation of your disability is a requirement (documentation guidelines)
"There are no IEP's in college" (recommended article for high school students)

Mission

Chandler-Gilbert Community College is committed to ensuring equal access to college programs and activities for students with disabilities. DRS will provide services which foster personal and educational growth, recognizing the "student first" and "disability second."

Program Role & Function

To assist students with disabilities with access issues in order to participate fully in all educational programs and campus services:

To promote college awareness of the needs and capabilities of students with disabilities.
To serve as a resource for members of the college, community, prospective students, and parents.
To provide advocacy, academic and personal support services.
To empower students to gain the necessary skills, and knowledge to make informed decisions about their academic and life planning.
To provide services and accommodations to meet the individual needs of students with documented disabilities.

Goal of DRS

To develop strong and supportive working relationships with those students who self identify their disability and register with this office. To provide advocacy, support services, and learning opportunities which empower students and promote independence.

DRS services may include:

Pre-registration support services
Intake and assessment
Advisement and registration (first semester of college only)
Documentation review and approval
Advocacy and support services
Approve, implement, and monitor accommodations
Education on the legal difference between secondary and post-secondary
Education on ADAAA, Section 504, and FERPA
Campus, community referral and resources
Opportunities for students to integrate into campus life
Assistive technology (AT) support
Monitor campus compliance of ADAAA

Appointments can be made by:

Student, parent, staff, faculty, high school personnel, or community agencies
Calling to schedule an intake appointment: (480) 857-5188
Newly enrolled, first year students, and those needing auxiliary services must register in the DRS office

When should students seek assistance from DRS?

If you have a documented disability, a medical or psychological diagnosis
If you received prior Special Education Services, including resource support
If you have a temporary disability that begins to affect academic goals and performance
If you begin to struggle transitioning to college, classrooms tasks, and academic goals
BEFORE the semester begins for new students

When should Staff or Faculty refer to DRS?

If a student self discloses a disability
If a student has asked for or appears to be in need of accommodations
If a student has not self identified or provided Instructor Notification Form (INF), yet shows signs of struggling
If a student does not meet academic expectations, exhibits poor classroom performance which would call for removal, or a possible alternative course placement
If behavior or attitude interferes with the educational process or learning of others

DRS Admission & Registration Process:

1. CGCC

CGCC Home Page
Set up online Student Center
Apply for Admission

2. Contact DRS office

Self Identify
Complete registration forms
Provide disability documentation refer to : http://www.maricopa.edu/disab/
Request accommodations for Placement Test

3. Placement Testing

For testing appointments refer to CGCC Testing Center Homepage
Click “Placement Testing”
Click “Online Appointment Reservation”

4. Academic Advisement & Registration

New & first year students need to meet with DRS staff
Students needing outside auxiliary services are required to meet with DRS staff (Refer to MCCCD time frame to secure services)
Continuing students need to self enroll, or refer to Enrollment Services

        5.      Communicate any concerns, changes or needs directly with the DRS Office


DRS Contact Information                               Hours
       Brenna Peck, BA, Psychology                                    Pecos Campus:
         Disability Resource Specialist                                    M-F: 9am - 5pm
       email: brenna.peck@cgcmail.maricopa.edu
       Department Office Number: (480) 857-5188
         Direct Office Line: (480) 857-5187
       TTY: 480-732-7066
         Fax Number: (480) 212-0915
         Room Location: SC 164