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Special Populations/Disability Services Office

 

The Special Populations/Disability Services Office (SPDSO) operates under the mandate of Section 504 and 508 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Amendments Act of 2008, which prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability against any "otherwise qualified individual." Individuals seeking accommodations must give reasonable notice and provide documentation to support their request. Reasonable accommodations will be made on a case-by-case basis in order to ensure educational accessibility. Be aware that high school and college have different expectations and requirements and different laws regarding accommodations.

 

Mission Statement: Trinidad State Junior College enriches the academic, technical, and cultural life of our diverse community. We are committed to enhancing the quality of life of students with disabilities by providing accommodations and/or assistive technology to allow them the opportunity to reach their highest possible potential.

 

Qualified students with documented disabilities may be able to qualify for accommodations. In order to receive services, students are required to complete the established procedures outlined below (once all information is submitted, please allow 3-5 working days to process):

 

New Students

Continuing Students

(those who have already completed the previous two steps)

The SPDSO also provides the following academic support services for students with disabilities - some through referral:

  • Disability counseling and advocacy / Advising
  • Assessment of basic academic skills
  • Accessible classrooms
  • Equipment loan (i.e., tape recorders)
  • Exam accommodations / Alternate testing arrangements
  • Tutoring / Scribes / Notetakers or access to class notes
  • Learning success strategies workshops
  • Assistive Technology
  • Text in Alternate Format / Text on CD
  • Referrals to Community Agencies

For additional information regarding the Special Populations/Disability Services Office, please contact:

Trinidad Campus Valley Campus
Ron Barros Robert Martinez
CTE Career & Special Services Coordinator CTE Special Services Coordinator
719-846-5456 Office 719-589-7035 Office
719-846-5050 FAX 719-589-7005 FAX
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Mission Statement

Trinidad State Junior College enriches the academic, technical, and cultural life of our diverse community. We are committed to offering traditional and alternative approaches to education, providing quality instruction and promoting life-long learning.

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TSJC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission, access to, or treatment, or employment in its educational programs or activities.