DSP&S Policies and ProceduresHandbook

ContentsDSP&S Information.................................................................................................................................3

Welcome to the DSP&S.........................................................................................................................4

Our Mission................................................................................................................................................4

What We Do..............................................................................................................................................4

What Are Reasonable Accommodations?.................................................................................4

Timeframe..................................................................................................................................................4

Examples of Reasonable Accommodations...................................................................................5

Personal attendant care......................................................................................................................5

Parking........................................................................................................................................................5

Course Substitutions..............................................................................................................................6

Eligibility for DSP&S................................................................................................................................6

Using DSP&S Services...........................................................................................................................7

Your Responsibilities..............................................................................................................................7

Suspension of Services..........................................................................................................................8

Testing Center Policies..........................................................................................................................8

Computer Lab Policies...........................................................................................................................9

Notetaking Assistance...........................................................................................................................9

Alternative Media and Assistive Technology...............................................................................10

Procedures for Requesting Alternative Media.............................................................................10

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services.................................................................................................11

Learning Disability Assessments.....................................................................................................13

Educational Assistance Classes........................................................................................................13

Adaptive Physical Education (APE)..................................................................................................13

Your Rights..............................................................................................................................................14

The Law……………………….………………………………………………………………………………………………………………14

Confidentiality....................................................................................................................................14

Conditions for Providing Reasonable Accommodations...........................................................14

Appeals/Grievances..........................................................................................................................15

Appendix A: Service Animals.............................................................................................................15

Appendix B: Emotional Support Animals.......................................................................................18

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DSP&S Information

Location: Student Services Building B, Room 107Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00am- 5:00pmURL: http://www.hartnell.edu/department-supportive-programs-services-DSP&SPhone: (831) 755-6760

DirectorAmy Lehman(831) 770-7012 Email: alehman@hartnell.edu

Counselor/Learning Disability SpecialistVince Lewis(831) 755-6760Email: vlewis@hartnell.edu

CounselorAmy Barrett-Burnett(831) 755-6760Email: aburnett@hartnell.edu

CounselorValerie Maturino-Lopez(831) 755-6760Email: vmaturino@hartnell.edu

Lead SpecialistHeidi Gentry(831) 755-6760Email: hgentry@hartnell.edu

Specialist Silvina Zepeda(831) 755-6760Email: szepeda@hartnell.edu

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Welcome to the DSP&S

Congratulations on taking an important step in pursuing success in your education. Registering with the DSP&S is an essential resource for hundreds of students at Hartnell College. DSP&S services can assist students in understanding their own learning styles or challenges that affect their education, and help students to identify and use resources that may help with these challenges. We hope that this handbook will help you become more familiar with your rights and responsibilities, as well as the services that may be available to you. Please keep in mind that the DSP&S faculty and staff are here to help and we welcome your questions or suggestions.

Our Mission

The purpose of DSP&S is to support the educational needs of students with disabilities at Hartnell College. We are committed to providing a full range of effective support services and instruction to ensure students have equal access to education at Hartnell College.

What We Do

The DSP&S provides services to allow students equal access to coursework at Hartnell College by providing reasonable accommodations, based on students’ documented disabilities. The DSP&S does not give special treatment, or make classes “easier” for students.

What Are Reasonable Accommodations?Reasonable accommodations provide equal access to students with disabilities while maintaining academic integrity. These accommodations may include providing a reader or note taker to a student who is blind, an interpreter to a student who is deaf, suggesting alternative testing formats for a student with a learning disability or adapting a workstation for a student with a Physical disability. In order to promote retention and success for students, the DSP&S encourages dialogue between the student and faculty early each semester so that accommodations are in place. Accommodations are provided on an individual basis to students.

Please note: Accommodations will not be provided if they fundamentally alter the nature of a program.

Timeframe

Students must complete a request for reasonable accommodations each semester.

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Accommodations can be requested at any point during the semester. After the request has been made, the faculty will be notified of the

request for accommodations The DSP&S staff in conjunction with Hartnell faculty will administer the

accommodation as soon as possible. Requests for test proctoring in the DSP&S facility must be received 5 days

in advance. Interim accommodations may be provided based on professional

judgment and history of services on a case-by-case basis.

Examples of Reasonable Accommodations

Extended Test Time Notetaking Service Distraction Reduced Testing Environment Priority Registration•Deaf Services/Interpreting •Alternate Media •Assistive Technology •Learning Skills Courses (LSK) •Adaptive PE •Learning Disability Assessment •Adaptive Furniture •Digital Recorders •DSP&S Computer Lab

Personal attendant care

Personal attendant care is NOT provided by the College or DSP&S according to Section 504, AB 803 and Title V Regulations . The Adapted P.E. program does not provide assistance with dressing or undressing for classes.

Parking

Unless you have a California Department of Motor Vehicle handicap placard or license plate, you must purchase a Hartnell College parking permit each semester, or purchase a daily parking permit.

DSP&S does not distribute special parking permits nor can we assist in cancellation of any parking citation you might receive.

Course Substitutions

Hartnell College requires certain classes for the completion of degrees and certificates and is not required to provide a course substitution or waive the

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required course that seems difficult due to a disability, if doing so would result in a substantial change to a required part of the curriculum. Schools are allowed to set their academic standards, and are not required to lower their standards as a reasonable accommodation. However, if students request a course substitution with their counselors, based on disability, Hartnell will review all available academic options before denying a request for a course substitution.

Eligibility for DSP&S

Students are eligible for DSP&S services when they provide documentation from a certificated or licensed professional of any of the following:

• Learning Disabilities- with existing documentation, or verified by a Hartnell College LD Specialist. The DSP&S LD Specialists can assess students who suspect they may have a learning disability.

• Mobility or Physical Limitations- including temporary disabilities.

• Deafness, Hearing Loss and Speech Impairments

• Acquired Brain Injuries caused by head injury, chemicals, substance abuse, disease, stroke or trauma

• ADD/ADHD

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

• Intellectual Disabilities (ID)

• Psychological Disabilities

• Visual Impairments resulting in uncorrectable vision loss

• Disabilities caused by Health Related Impairments

The DSP&S accepts IEP and 504 plans that were generated in a student’s K-12 school system.

In the absence of sufficient documentation at the time of the student’s intake appointment, interim accommodations may be provided based on professional judgment and history of services on a case-by-case basis.

Using DSP&S Services

Complete the Hartnell College Steps to Success, including admissions application, online orientation, STAAR assessment.

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Once admitted to Hartnell, make an appointment with a DSP&S counselor and get a verification of disability form from the DSP&S office.

Bring verification of disability to your appointment (IEP or verification completed by doctor, psychologist, etc.)

Work with your DSP&S counselor to develop an educational plan, select classes and determine appropriate accommodations.

Visit your DSP&S counselor as needed each semester to discuss your classes, ask questions, get advice, address concerns, and to set up accommodations.

Get started by contacting the DSP&S to make an appointment with a counselor at (831) 755-6760.

Your Responsibilities

Students will provide the Disabled Students Programs & Services with the information, documentation and/or forms (medical, educational, etc.) deemed necessary by DSP&S to verify my disability(ies).

Students must meet with a Disabled Students Programs & Services professional to complete an Academic Accommodation Plan (AAP), and agree to meet with the professional at once per semester to review the plan and set up course-specific accommodations.

Students must present accommodation notices to their instructors, unless otherwise arranged with a DSPS counselor. Students should use this opportunity to discuss their educational needs with instructors.

Students should utilize the Disabled Students Programs & Services in a responsible manner. Students who fail to comply with the rules for responsible use of DSP&S services, and will be notified in writing before any action is taken to suspend services.

Test accommodations must be scheduled 5 days in advance.

Students must return borrowed materials and equipment at the end of each semester.

All DSP&S students must comply with the Student Code of Conduct adopted by the college.

Follow all posted policies in the lab and DSP&S office.

Students should make a DSP&S professional aware if they are experiencing difficulty receiving their classroom accommodations.

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Suspension of ServicesViolation of DSP&S Policies and procedures may result in suspension of services. Students will be notified in writing regarding the services that will be suspended, and the duration of the suspension. Appeals to suspensions of services may be made through the office of the Vice President of Student Affairs.

Testing Center Policies

All Exams and Finals must be scheduled 5 days in advance. Late scheduling or unscheduled exams may not be accommodated.

Students are required to meet with their DSP&S Counselor each semester to set up accommodations.

Tests must be proctored on the same day that the class is scheduled to take the exam. (Only rare exceptions will be made due to scheduling conflicts.)

Tests must be completed during a single proctoring session. Arrive at or before the scheduled test time. If you are late, time will be

deducted - just as it would for a non-disabled student arriving late for class on test day. If you miss your scheduled exam time, we will return the exam to your instructor. It is then your responsibility to ask if the instructor will allow a make-up exam. If your instructor approves a make-up exam, you will need to complete a new Testing Accommodations Request form. You may then reschedule a new proctoring session with us

Only test materials authorized by the instructor in writing prior to the test will be allowed (class notes, dictionaries, calculators, textbooks, etc.)

Accommodation tools such as spell checkers, etc. will be allowed only when specifically approved in writing by your DSP&S Counselor or LD Specialist.

Use the restroom prior to your arrival at the test taking site. If you must use the restroom during your exam, your instructor may be notified.

Eating, drinking (other than water), smoking are not permitted. However, special arrangements may be made for final exams that last more than three (3) hours long.

Cell Phones/electronic devices CANNOT be used in the testing area. Cheating is forbidden and will be reported to your instructor. Any

irregularities during the proctoring session (e.g. - use of notes or textbook without instructor’s approval) will be noted and reported to instructor. Testing accommodations will be suspended for the student for at least 1 semester (in the case of final exams, the following semester). In addition, the student may face other sanctions as determined by the instructor and as outlined in the Hartnell College Student Code of Conduct.

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All items should be placed in a locker prior to entering the testing area. No children will be allowed in the testing area. Please note that cameras are in use in the testing area and computer lab

area. Incidents of cheating or suspected test compromise will be reported to the

instructor for review and any appropriate action.

Computer Lab PoliciesThe DSP&S has a dedicated computer lab where students can come to study or, learn and use assistive technology and adjustable workstations. Below are the policies students must adhere to when using the DSP&S computer lab:

Students must sign in to use the lab. Do not save your documents on the computers. Computers are for educational purposes only. No food or drinks are allowed in the lab. Water, in a closed container, is

allowed. The DSP&S is a quiet study and testing area. Please use a quiet voice. Please do not use the lab if you are sick. Use a tissue or your arm when

coughing or sneezing. No cell-phone calls are allowed in the lab. The Hartnell College Student Code of Conduct is enforced in the DSP&S and

lab.

Notetaking Assistance

If a DSP&S Counselor determines that a student is eligible for notetaking assistance, the following process will occur:

Students will present their instructors with their accommodation forms and notetaking memos.

The instructor of the class will make a general, anonymous announcement. If instructors do not make the request, the requesting student should politely remind them to do so.

A volunteer student in the class will drop off a copy of his or her notes once per week.

The student registered with the DSP&S can then pick up the notes in the Classroom Notes pick-up area in the DSP&S office.

Student notetakers receive priority registration.

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Please note that if you drop the class, you should let the DSP&S office know immediately. If you do not pick up notes for two consecutive weeks, your notetaking service will be stopped.

If no one volunteers to be a notetaker, please let the DSP&S office or counselor know as soon as possible.

Please note that there are other options for notetaking assistance, which can include use of a digital recorder, Smartpen, or Sonocent notetaking software.

Alternative Media and Assistive Technology

Alternative media is created when print materials are converted into formats that are accessible, such as:

Electronic text that can be read aloud by a computer or magnified on the screen

Large Print Braille Tactile Graphics

The DSP&S has a wide array of technology to assist students in accessing their course materials and media including, but not limited to:

Kurzweil: Scan-Read software that reads books, printed materials and web pages aloud for those with vision or learning disabilities. This software also has language translation capabilities.

Zoomtext: Screen magnification software for those with visual impairments.

JAWS: Text-to-speech software that reads aloud from computer applications and provides support for refreshable Braille.

Digital Recorders Sonocent notetaking software Smart pens iPads

Procedures for Requesting Alternative Media

Meet with a DSP&S Counselor Complete the Confidential Request for Reasonable Accommodations Find out what textbooks and materials are required for class For textbooks, bring your books and receipt of purchase to the DSP&S lab

and ask for an Alternative Media Request Form For other course materials, provide a hard copy, or digital version if

available (such as a pdf or word document) Requests are processed on a first come, first serve basis; please allow at

least 2 weeks for processing.

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Take advantage of priority registration to register for classes, get your textbooks early, and submit your alternative media requests early!

Students can meet with the DSP&S Lead Specialist to check out technology equipment. Equipment must be returned at the end of every semester to prevent a registration hold being placed on the student’s account.

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services

DSP&S strives to provide high quality Sign Language interpreting, as well as captioning services, for Hartnell's Deaf and hard-of-hearing student community. Every reasonable effort will be made to assign an interpreter with the student’s preferred mode of communication, yet there are often variations in interpreting styles, requirements and availability.

To ensure that interpreting or captioning needs are met, students must:

Meet with your counselor to discuss choices and update your educational plan.

Be proactive by enrolling in classes during priority registration and submitting your requests for the interpreting or captioning accommodation as early as possible.

For meetings, appointments, or events, please make every effort to request an interpreter at least one week in advance.

Interpreting services require advance coordination time. Requesting interpreting services should be made at least 48 hours in advance. Last minute request will be accepted but the appointment may need to be rescheduled if an interpreter cannot be found. Please remember to provide as much notice as possible to DSPS to ensure the timely provision of needed accommodations.

Requesting Interpreting ServicesThe student is responsible for requesting interpreting services for each appointment/enrolled course. Students must make their requests for interpreting services as soon as they register for classes each semester. Students should register during the Priority Registration date assigned to DSPS students and submit their request immediately to give ample time for DSPSP Lead Interpreter to accommodate interpreting services. The student must contact the DSPS Lead Interpreter at hcinterpreting@gmail.com with the following information at least 48 hours in advance of the appointment/class:

Date: Time: (Start and end times) Location: (Campus, building and room number) Your name:

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Instructor or counselor’s name: Description:

For example: Date: August 15th, 2017 Time: 10:00-11:00am Location: Main campus: DSPS Office, B107 Your name: Jane Doe Instructor or counselor’s name: Heidi Gentry Description: Counseling appointment for the fall semester classes

It is the student’s responsibility to communicate, 48 hours in advance, all absences, tardiness or changes (e.g., room change or instructor canceling class) to DSPS Lead Interpreter by email: hcinterpreting@gmail.com in order to maintain interpreting services for their courses.

No Show: is defined as a student missing class without any prior notification or any form of communication with the DSPS Lead Interpreter. Interpreting services will be suspended for any course when a student has three “No Shows” during a semester until s/he has meet with the DSPS Director. To avoid a No Show, you need to inform the DSPS Lead Interpreter of the absence at hcinterpreting@gmail.com.

Last Minute Cancelation: is defined as less than 24-hour notice to the DSPS Lead Interpreter. Two late cancellations will be considered a “No Shows”.

Late Arrival/Tardy: is defined as a student late to class by 15 minutes; three (3) consecutive late arrivals will be considered a “No Show”. Interpreters will wait 15 minutes for the student’s arrival, if the student does not arrive by then, the interpreter will be free to leave. Communication is essential; the student is advised to contact the interpreter and DSPS Lead Interpreter to notify them of the late arrival. The 15-minute grace period will begin at the arrival time the student specified.

Wait Lengths for No Show/Late Arrival: For a “No Show”, interpreters will wait 15 minutes.If the student has notified DSPS about an anticipated late arrival, the wait length begins once the student isn’t in the class at the time of the student’s anticipated arrival time.

Reinstating Interpreting Services for Irregular Attendances: Irregular attendance patterns and failure to communicate may result in a suspension of interpreting services. Reinstating interpreting services occurs after the student has meet with the DSPS Director.

Procedure for Reporting Interpreter Absence/Tardiness: Students should contact DSPS Lead Interpreter immediately should an interpreter miss or arrive late to an assignment. Efforts will be made to send a

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substitute or arrange a reasonable accommodation.

Confidentiality/Communication Policy: All parties will follow the Educational Code Law regarding confidentiality.

Technology: The DSPS Lead Interpreter will make every effort to provide a live interpreter for classes/appointments. However, in the case a live interpreter is not available, a reasonable accommodation will be made such as using VRI interpreting or recording class to be interpreted by appointment. Technology equipment loaned to the student for these reasons must be treated with respect, never leave the student’s care, and returned promptly. The student will need to sign a Technology Policy and Procedure form to check out equipment stating they understanding. Failure to comply with the terms of agreement will result in a suspension of interpreting services until a meeting with DSPS Director. Learning Disability Assessments

Students may request a learning disability assessment with one of the DSP&S LD Specialists if they suspect they may be facing learning challenges that are impacting their education. The learning disability assessment consists of a consultation appointment, four 1-hour testing sessions, and a follow up appointment to discuss the results.

Students preparing to transfer to a four-year institution should update their existing learning disability testing prior to transfer, as most four-year institutions require current test results to prescribe accommodations.

Educational Assistance Classes

Hartnell College offers a variety of Educational Assistance Classes designed to assist students to learn strategies for success. Please check the Hartnell schedule of classes for current offerings. Educational Assistance Classes are in the Learning Skills (LSK) discipline.Adaptive Physical Education (APE)

The Hartnell Adaptive Physical Education Program is an inclusionary program orientated around the philosophy that a student with a physical or psychological limitation/disability is provided physical education.

PEAD 84 is a unique fitness program that features individualized programs of instruction for all individuals with disabilities short or long term. Instructor designed exercise programs for each student are based upon their APE assessment and their health care professional’s recommendations and referral. The primary goals are to increase functionality, strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance by using range of motion and progressive resistance through machines/exercises. Students should check the schedule of courses for times and dates.

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Your Rights The Law

As a college student with a disability, you have the right to "reasonable accommodations" based upon your verified disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (Amended in 2008) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.Provisions of the law states that: "No otherwise qualified person with a disability in the United States shall, solely by reason of disability, be denied the benefits of, be excluded from participation in, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance." Colleges and universities receiving federal financial assistance must not discriminate in the recruitment, admission or treatment of students. Students with documented disabilities may request accommodations, or auxiliary aids which will enable them to participate and benefit from all post -secondary educational programs and activities. Colleges must make such changes to ensure that the academic programs are accessible to the greatest extent possible by all students with disabilities.Confidentiality

Students choosing to participate in DSP&S have a right to confidentiality. During your initial intake appointment, you will be asked who you would like to share information with. The DSP&S will not share any information about your participation in the program, accommodations, or disability related information to faculty, staff, parents, or community members without your written consent. Conditions for Providing Reasonable Accommodations

Academic adjustments, auxiliary aids and services provided by the DSP&S may be provided to a student only if all of the following conditions have been met (per Title 5):

1. The approved accommodations do not duplicate services or instruction which are otherwise available to all students;

2. The accommodations are directly related to the educational limitations of the verified disabilities of the student to be served;

3. The accommodations are directly related to the student's participation in the educational process at this college; and,

4. The accommodations are intended to promote the maximum independence and integration of the student and aid in supporting the student's participation in educational activities consistent with the mission of the community colleges.

In addition, the college may decline to provide accommodations that would necessitate fundamental alterations of curriculum or academic

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requirements.Appeals/Grievances

The College is committed to the concept that the student should be free from unfair and improper action on the part of any member of the academic community. If, at any time, a student feels that he/she has been subject to unjust actions, or denied his/her rights, redress can be sought through the filing of an appeal or grievance. The complaint should be in writing and contain information about the alleged discrimination as outlined on the Hartnell College Web-site and in the College Catalog. Detailed information is provided online and in the College Catalog, which is available for review in College offices, the DSP&S office and in Admissions and Records. Alternative means of filing complaints (such as personal interviews or a tape recording of the complaint) and advocacy is available for students with disabilities upon request from the DSP&S offic e .

If you feel you have been denied a reasonable accommodation or discriminated against, then it is your right to File a complaint with the Office for Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Education (OCR) or the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ):

San Francisco Office Office for Civil RightsU.S. Department of Education 50 Beale Street, Suite 7200San Francisco, CA 94105-1813Telephone: (415) 486-5555 Facsimile: (415) 486-5570 TTY/TDD: (877) 521-2172 Email: ocr.sanfrancisco@ed.gov Website: http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm

Complaints with OCR generally must be filed within 180-days of the date that you were discriminated against. Appendix A: Service Animals

Hartnell College Administrative Procedure 3440

Hartnell College will allow a student with a disability to use a service animal in District facilities and on District campuses in compliance with state and federal law in all areas of the District’s facilities where members of the public, invitees, clients, customers, patrons, or participants in services, programs or activities, as relevant, are allowed to go.

These procedures shall also be applicable to an individual who is training a service animal.Service Animal Defined

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A “service animal” for purposes of this procedure means any dog or miniature horse that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, including a physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or other mental disability.

Other species of animals, whether wild or domestic, trained or untrained, are not service animals for the purposes of this definition.

Crime deterrent effects of an animal's presence and the provision of emotional support, well-being, comfort, or companionship do not constitute work or tasks for the purposes of this definition.

Emotional Support Animals (animals prescribed by health care professionals for emotional support) are not service animals, and are not permitted on campus property or in campus buildings.

Miniature Horses

The District will allow an individual with a disability to use a miniature horse as a service animal in District facilities and on District campuses if the miniature horse has been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of the individual with a disability and the District has determined, based on the following assessment factors, that a reasonable accommodation can be made:

The type, size, and weight of the miniature horse and whether the facility can accommodate these features;

Whether the handler has sufficient control of the miniature horse; Whether the miniature horse is housebroken; and Whether the miniature horse's presence in a specific facility compromises

legitimate safety requirements that are necessary for safe operation.

Control

The service animal must have a harness, leash, or other tether, unless either the handler is unable because of a disability to use a harness, leash, or other tether, or the use of a harness, leash, or other tether would interfere with the service animal's safe, effective performance of work or tasks, in which case the service animal must be otherwise under the handler's control (e.g., voice control, signals, or other effective means).

Care or Supervision

The District is not responsible for the care or supervision of the animal.

Inquiries by the District

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The District may make two inquiries to determine whether an animal qualifies as a service animal:

Whether the animal is required because of a disability; and What work or task the animal has been trained to perform.

The District will not make either of these inquiries when it is readily apparent that an animal is trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability (e.g., the dog is observed guiding an individual who is blind or has low vision, pulling a person's wheelchair, or providing assistance with stability or balance to an individual with an observable mobility disability).

An individual may choose to produce a county service dog license or identification tag, but licensure or certification is not required in order to meet the definition of service animal under this procedure. There are no licensing or certification requirements for miniature horses.

The District may request proof of immunization, pursuant to state law (Health and Safety Code § 121690), requiring that all service animals be immunized.

Responsibilities of Persons Utilizing Service Animals:

Students: A student with a disability who intends to bring a service animal to class is encouraged to register the animal with the DSP&S Office or with the ADA Compliance Officer in order to record their animal’s breed, name, license number, and immunization record. The student’s participation in DSP&S services is voluntary.

Non-students: Employees or community members with disabilities who intend to bring a service animal onto the Hartnell premises are encouraged to register their animal with the ADA Compliance Officer, Security, or DSP&S in order to record the animal’s breed, name, license number, and immunization record.

The care and supervision of a service animal is the responsibility of the individual bringing the service animal on campus. Civil Code Section § 54.2 requires that the owner of the service animal be responsible for any damage done to the premises or facility by the animal.

State of California Health and Safety Code, § 121690, requires that all service animals be immunized.

No Surcharge

The District will not ask or require an individual with a disability utilizing a service animal to pay a surcharge, even if people accompanied by pets are required to pay fees, or to comply with other requirements generally not applicable to people without pets. If the District normally charges individuals for damage caused by pets, an individual with a disability may be charged

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for damage caused by his or her service animal.

Exceptions and Exclusions

The District will make an individualized assessment, if a problem is identified, to determine whether the presence of the service animal poses a direct threat to the health or safety of other persons that cannot be eliminated by a modification of policies, practices, or procedures, or by the provision of auxiliary aids or services. If the District determines that the presence of the service animal does pose a direct threat to the health or safety of persons participating in District services, programs or activities, the District may exclude the animal from its facilities and campuses. (See 28 C.F.R., § 36.208).

The District may ask an individual with a disability to remove a service animal from the premises if:

The animal is out of control and the animal's handler does not take effective action to control it; or

The animal is not housebroken; or The District has determined that the presence of the service animal

poses a direct threat to the health or safety of others.

If a service animal is excluded under one of these exceptions, the District will give the individual with a disability the opportunity to obtain goods, services, and accommodations or to participate in the service, program, or activity without having the service animal on the premises.

Appendix B: Emotional Support Animals

Emotional Support Animals (animals prescribed by health care professionals for emotional support) are not service animals, and are generally not permitted on campus property or in campus buildings. However, students may submit a request for an Emotional Support animal to their DSP&S Counselor with accompanying documentation, and their request will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

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