2019-2020 Student Handbook Highlights
For an official copy of the PHSC Student Athlete Handbook, please see your head coach.
A Message from the Athletic Director
Dear Student-Athlete:
Welcome to Pasco-Hernando State College and the intercollegiate athletic program for 2019-2020 academic year. It is the hope of the Athletic Department Staff that this “Student-Athlete Handbook” will provide you with meaningful information to make your experiences and contributions to PHSC more rewarding.
Athletic Department Mission Statement
The purpose of the Athletic Department is to promote the total well-being of the student through conceptual learning and actual participation in intercollegiate athletics.
The department believes that athletic activities are an important component of the total college educational process to the extent that they provide opportunities for continued student growth through the acquisition of knowledge, physical development, social skills, values and emotional patterns in the forum of physical activities and competitions.
By providing high quality athletic programs, the athletic department is in alignment with the Mission of the College.
NJCAA and FCSAA
The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and the Florida Community College Activities Association (FCSAA) govern all PHSC intercollegiate athletic teams. The Athletic Director will be the interpreter of these rules and regulations. Any and/or all needs for interpretation are to be directed through the Athletic Director.
Pasco-Hernando State College subscribes to and endorses equal employment and educational opportunity. Its policies and practices will ensure non-discriminatory treatment of all persons without regard to race, color, age, religion, marital status, gender, disability, or ethnicity.
Where to Go for Help
| Concern |
Contact |
Department |
Phone |
|---|
| Add/Drop a Class |
Kathy Brantley |
Student Affairs Office |
727-816-3216 |
| Advisor-Baseball |
Fionna McGillivray |
Student Affairs Office |
727-816-3280 |
| Advisor-Basketball |
Adriana Bridger |
Student Affairs Office |
727-816-3303 |
| Advisor-Cross Country |
Kathy Brantley |
Student Affairs Office |
727-816-3216 |
| Advisor-Softball |
Kelly Houck |
Student Affairs Office |
727-816-3383 |
| Advisor-Volleyball |
Joy Raulerson |
Student Affairs Office |
727-816-3215 |
| Athletics-Intercollegiate |
Steve Winterling |
Athletic Director |
727-816-3362 |
| Athletics-Eligibility |
Steve Winterling |
Athletic Director |
727-816-3362 |
| Athletics-Injuries |
Mary Manning |
Athletic Trainer |
727-816-3338 |
| Books |
Coaches |
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| CLAST Information |
Advisor |
Student Affairs Office |
727-816-3210 |
| Counseling |
Counselor |
Student Affairs Office |
727-816-3010 |
| Discipline |
Shauna Kincade |
Associate Dean of Student Affairs |
727-816-3356 |
| Financial Aid |
Kadie Sharp |
Financial Aid Office |
727-816-3108 |
| Graduation |
Staff |
Admissions Office |
727-816-3217 |
| Jobs (on campus) |
Lisa Wolfson |
Financial Aid Office |
727-816-3217 |
| Loans |
Staff |
Financial Aid Office |
727-816-3290 |
| Records/Transcripts |
|
Admissions / Student Records |
727-816-3217 |
| Registration |
Advisor |
Student Affairs Office |
727-816-3010 |
| Scholarships-Academic |
Rebecca Shanafelt |
Financial Aid Director |
727-816-3288 |
| Scholarships-Athletic |
Steve Winterling |
Athletic Director |
727-816-3362 |
| Tutoring |
Staff |
Academic Success Center |
727-816-3237 |
Registration
Before a student can register for credit courses, he/she must complete an Application for Admission form. Athletes are required to pursue the Associate in Arts (AA) degree. Athletes who wish to change to an Associate in Science, (AS) degree must contact the Athletic Director. In order to declare the AA Degree Program, athletes must complete a Program Declaration form so that they can be registered for the appropriate courses for the specified program of study. These forms are available at orientation and in the Student Development Office.
Learn more about Registration
After completing the appropriate documents, students are to see an academic advisor in the Student Development*- Office each semester to plan the courses they will take. Students are cautioned to schedule advising as early as possible, adhering to the dates published in the College Calendar found in the Catalog/Student Handbook and the course schedule. Early advisement leads to the best selection of courses and the most preferable time schedule.
The beginning and ending dates for registration are published in the Official College Calendar and College Catalog located on the College website. Students who register for courses that begin and/or end at times other than the regularly scheduled semester in the Calendar need to request from Student Development staff the deadline dates for drop/add and for withdrawal. Students should ask for these dates at the time of registration.
Registration
Step 1: Complete an admissions application. All student/athletes are required to attend an orientation session before being allowed to register unless they receive approval in advance by the Associate Dean of Enrollment and Retention.
Step 2: Submit an application with $25 fee to the Admissions and Student Records Office.
Step 3: Request the high school and/or ALL college transcripts (if transferring to PHSC from another institution) to be sent to the Admissions and Student Records Office as well as your head coach.
Step 4: The Advisor will inform you of registration procedures, testing, etc. Schedule an appointment with an Academic Advisor.
Step 5: Take the Collage Placement test or provide copies of ACT or SAT scores.
Step 6: Report back to an Academic Advisor with test results. The Academic Advisor will then help you schedule your courses. Let the advisor know that you are an athlete and whether your sport is “in-season” or not so that they may help you plan a schedule that will be suitable.
Step 7: Select your courses.
Step 8: Register for your courses.
Drop/Withdraw/Audit
To drop a course(s), student/athletes must consult with the Head Coach of his or her sport.
The appropriate Head Coach’s signature is required on all drop forms. Drop must be done within the registration and /or adjustment period, which is typically the first week of school, in order to get a full refund for the course.
Essentials for Academic Success
- Do not miss class.
- Do not be late for class.
- Complete all assignments on time.
- Plan to study two (2) hours for each hour of class attendance.
- Budget your time – class, study, athletics.
- Consult a counselor for personal problems or any difficulty that hinders or restricts your personal success.
- Do not be influenced by those who are undisciplined.
- Establish a list of goals for your life.
- Be attentive in class, answer questions, make appropriate comments, and be respectful to teachers and fellow students.
- Be appropriate in your dress and appearance. Remember: first impressions are lasting.
- Talk to your professors about extra work or any project you might do in those courses in which you are having difficulty.
- Learn your instructors’ names.
- Be a student first!
Student/Athlete Responsibilities
Your responsibility as a PHSC student/athlete is that of a student—first and foremost.
Your responsibility is to the classroom attendance, punctuality, participation, etc. No less is expected or accepted.
Your second responsibility is that of an athlete. You are expected to attend all practices and games and exhibit good sportsmanship and team dedication.
Advisors
Academic advisors are located on each PHSC campus. Advisors are available to assist students with the selection of an educational program and appropriate courses. Advisors also assist students with long-range program planning, what courses are needed to complete a degree, explain degree requirements, and help students transfer to senior institutions.
