Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Alternative Delivery Model

Options for spring semester include:

• Online Anytime
• Online Live via Zoom
• Blended Classes
• Flex Path Courses
• In-Person General Education Classes
• Classes with In-Person Labs

Here’s a description of each option:

• Online Anytime Classes

Courses will continue to be offered in the Online Anytime format. Some in-person courses will transition to this format. Courses are labeled as "Online Anytime."

• You complete coursework online and connect to your classmates and instructor without having to login during specific days or times.
• You work on your own time to meet deadlines and maintain course participation through online discussions and activities.

• Online Live via Zoom

Many classes that were previously offered in person will be moved to Online Live delivery. Courses are labeled as “Online Live via Zoom.”

• Your online class will be at a scheduled time via a secured Zoom classroom
• You and your classmates connect with the instructor at the same time in the virtual classroom space.
• You will be online at specific times to participate in class lectures, discussions and presentations.
• These classes are like regular in-person classes with faculty and class interaction, but online.
• Flex Path Classes

Flex Path courses will be offered that blend online learning with in-person classes one day per week.

• Section numbers that begin with -600 are hybrid courses. They will appear with two lines – one denoting in-person meeting time and the other denoting that additional work occurs online.
• Flex Path courses are available now.
• In-Person General Education Classes

A limited number of general education courses will be offered in-person over 8-week session

• For students seeking an in-person learning experience for general education courses, a limited number of options will be available
• All courses will follow appropriate social distancing measures
• Courses taken in person will be noted by listing Grayslake, Lakeshore, or Southlake in the “location” field
• Classes with In-Person Labs

Some classes that require an in-person format, such as certain labs, will move from a 16 to 8-week format.

• Enrolled students will be notified of any applicable changes.

You can still apply for financial aid and scholarships this spring. An entire team of financial aid experts are here to guide you. Did you know that you can file a special circumstances appeal (PDF) if you have had a significant income change since you filled out your FAFSA, such as the recent loss of a job, reduced hours at work or medical bills? You may be eligible for additional financial aid. Let us help.

There’s lots of ways. You can order online anytime and ship to your home for a $5 fee, pick up your order curbside outside JLC (P Building) Jan 14 – 27 or walk-in and pick up at all CLC campuses.

It’s hard to write a paper on your cell phone or share a computer with your kids or siblings. We have technology resources you can check out from the library circulation desk at any campus. The college has invested in more laptops, WiFi hotspots, and calculators just for you.

There’s never been a better time to start tutoring. Log into Canvas and look for the Tutoring Center on your dashboard. You can get personalized help from a tutor over Zoom or email a paper to a writing tutor.

We may not have all the answers, but advisors and student development counselors are here to help. Reach out to the Counseling, Advising and Transfer Center now to discuss challenges you may be experiencing related to time management, workload, and your academic success.

Your mental health and well-being are very important to us. We’re all struggling to handle the current situation we’re going through. All students have access to 24/7 free counseling and psychological services, often called CAPS.

The Lancers Emergency Assistance Fund (LEAF) can help you pay for emergency needs, such as rent, utilities, transportation fees, medical costs and groceries. It’s fast and easy to apply online. Additionally, if you’re not sure where to turn, call 211 for immediate help. If you need food assistance, the Northern Illinois Food Bank offers a mobile food pantry, including pop-up markets at CLC’s Grayslake campus through December.

Given the continued extenuating circumstances of the pandemic and in the interest of being student centered in these extraordinary times, the College has decided to continue the grading guidance established in the past three terms.

To help make the term more manageable and less worrisome, there are no Ds or Fs this term and P and N grades will remain as options. All P grades (with the exception of select CTE courses/programs) will satisfy pre-requisites for sequential coursework.  These changes give you the greatest flexibility in completing course requirements and achieving desired learning outcomes while keeping you on track with your academic plan.

The following will apply to Spring 2021, as it did for Spring, Summer, and Fall 2020:

• For all IAI courses, a P (in addition to the letter grades A-B-C) will satisfy all necessary pre-reqs and graduation requirements at CLC.
• o IAI transfer schools should accept a “P” based on this guidance.
• For courses at CLC that are not part of the IAI agreement, a P (in addition to letter grades A-B-C) will satisfy all necessary pre-reqs and graduation requirements, EXCEPT in the case of specific accredited career programs.
• For career programs where external accreditors require a letter grade of C or better, instructors should only award the grade that will be recognized according to those agencies. Please work with your Dean or Associate Dean if you have questions on if this applies to your courses.

Final grade rosters for Spring 2021 courses will reflect the following grade options:

If you earned this grade, according to the class syllabus:	The instructor will post this grade:	Included in Grade Point Average (GPA)	Significance
A	A	Yes - 4 Grade Points	Credit awarded
B	B	Yes - 3 Grade Points	Credit awarded
C	C	Yes - 2 Grade Points	Credit awarded
D	P (Pass)	No	Course completed satisfactorily*; Credit awarded
F	N (Requirements Not Fulfilled)	No	Course requirements not met; No credit awarded
FW	WS	No	Withdrawn by institution, stopped attending; Not included in GPA
WS	WS	No	Withdrawn by institution, stopped attending; Not included in GPA

The grades listed above will automatically be posted by your instructor this term. You can request a change from a letter grade (A, B, C) to a grade of P (Pass) after you complete the class (through July 15, 2021). You are encouraged to discuss a change from a letter grade (A, B, C) to P (Pass) with your academic advisor or student development counselor.

P grades will:

• Meet graduation requirements. This includes ENG 121 and other similar courses. However, students in specific career programs may still need a C or better due to accreditation guidelines; those students should work closely with their instructors on guidance for their programs.
• Be allowed to meet requirements to advance to the next level in a course sequence. However, students in specific career programs may still need a C or better due to accreditation guidelines; those students should work closely with their instructors on guidance for their programs.
• Be transferable and earn credit as they were originally intended during the spring 2021 semester and be applied toward major, minor, and General Education requirements. Colleges and universities nationwide are relaxing their requirements for incoming transfer coursework completed during the spring 2021 term and are accepting P grades. Final decisions on transferability are made at the receiving institution and it is recommended you consult with the Admissions department at your intended transfer institution.

Incomplete (I) grade: In addition to the grading modifications noted above, you may also have the option for an incomplete (or “I”) grade. Reach out to you instructor to discuss this option, which can give you 120 days or more to complete the class after it ends. Your instructor will list the requirements for successfully completing the course if you choose to take an “incomplete.”

Withdrawal (W) grade: Students also still have the option of withdrawing themselves from a class. Please review the Withdrawal Guidelines (PDF) document before doing so.

Here are some resources to help you succeed through the spring semester:

• Spring FAQs: Answers any additional questions you may have regarding this grading structure and the summer term.
• Lancers Keep Learning: Guidance through the alternative delivery module
• Campus Operations: Faculty and staff services and schedules

#LancersKeepLearning

If you were already enrolled in an in-person course, please look for communication from CLC as to whether your course will still be in-person or moved to an alternative delivery model. This information will also be available by viewing your courses in MyStudentCenter.

The College is committed to helping students stay on track to accomplish their academic goals. Contact the Advising office at advice@clcillinois.edu or phone at (847) 543-2060 to help find alternate course options that will work for your schedule.

The individual course fees for specific labs and materials will not be charged for classes that have moved online. For courses that are continuing to meet in person, course fees will remain in place. The $8/credit hour charge for online classes will be in place for all online classes.

Options for fall semester include:

• Online Anytime
• Online Live via Zoom
• Hybrid Classes (or Hybrid Flex Path Courses)
• In-Person General Education Classes
• Classes with In-Person Labs

Here’s a description of each option:

• Online Anytime Classes

Courses will continue to be offered in the Online Anytime format. Some in-person courses will transition to this format. Courses are labeled as "Online Anytime."

• You complete coursework online and connect to your classmates and instructor without having to login during specific days or times.
• You work on your own time to meet deadlines and maintain course participation through online discussions and activities.

• Online Live via Zoom

Many classes that were previously offered in person will be moved to Online Live delivery. Courses are labeled as “Online Live via Zoom.”

• Your online class will be at a scheduled time via a secured Zoom classroom
• You and your classmates connect with the instructor at the same time in the virtual classroom space.
• You will be online at specific times to participate in class lectures, discussions and presentations.
• These classes are like regular in-person classes with faculty and class interaction, but online.
• Hybrid Classes (or Hybrid Flex Path Courses)

Hybrid courses will be offered that blend online learning with in-person classes one day per week.

• Section numbers that begin with -600 are hybrid courses. They will appear with two lines – one denoting in-person meeting time and the other denoting that additional work occurs online.
• Hybrid Flex Path courses are available now.
• In-Person General Education Classes

A limited number of general education courses will be offered in-person over 8-week session

• For students seeking an in-person learning experience for general education courses, a limited number of options will be available
• All courses will follow appropriate social distancing measures
• Courses taken in person will be noted by listing Grayslake, Lakeshore, or Southlake in the “location” field
• Classes with In-Person Labs

Some classes that require an in-person format, such as certain labs, will move from a 16 to 8-week format.

• Currently enrolled students have been notified of any applicable changes.

In the public web search, students can enter a keyword or subject, then click SEARCH. For each class, look at the Location. Location options include Online-Anytime, Online Live via Zoom or an on-campus room location (for Hybrid classes, In-Person General Education Classes, and Classes with In-Person Labs).

When searching for classes in the MyStudentCenter, enter the term and subject, then click SEARCH. For each class, look at the ROOM. Room options include Online-Anytime, Online Live via Zoom or an on-campus room location (for Hybrid classes, In-Person General Education Classes, and Classes with In-Person Labs).

View CLC's fall 2020 tuition and fees. Certain courses may be subject to variable tuition and/or course fees. These courses will list the variable tuition amount (per credit hour) and/or course fee in the fall 2020 class schedule.

For Online Anytime, Online Live via Zoom and Hybrid or Flex Path classes, students will need a computer and access to reliable internet. Additionally, students will be active in online platforms such as Canvas, a learning management system, and Zoom, a video conferencing software. Both tools are intuitive and additional tutorials are available to help students familiarize themselves with features. Learn more about these tools in Lancers Keep Learning.

For In-Person General Education classes and classes with In-Person Labs, students will be active in Canvas, a learning management system.

Students pursuing a program of study that is eligible for financial aid can access federal student aid for fall classes, such as the Pell Grant and the Direct Loan program. The first step is to complete a FAFSA at www.fafsa.gov and be sure to enter CLC’s school code: 007694 when you complete your FAFSA application.

You can also explore these scholarships offered by CLC.

Students can check out technology and books from the library, and use campus computer labs and printers. Learn about options to access computers, internet, calculators, library books, printing, and scanning.

Withdrawal and refund deadlines are CLC standard policies. Check your syllabus and Student Center for specific deadlines.

Based on Public Act 101-0643 signed by Governor Pritzker on June 18, 2020, CLC will extend the same grading structure in place during Spring and Summer 2020 terms for Fall semester 2020. .

To help make the term more manageable and less worrisome, there are no Ds or Fs this term and are instead using P and N in their place. These changes give you the greatest flexibility in completing course requirements and achieving desired learning outcomes while keeping you on track with your academic plan.

This term, instructors will assign grades as follows:

If you earned this grade, according to the class syllabus:	The instructor will post this grade:	Included in Grade Point Average (GPA)	Significance
A	A	Yes - 4 Grade Points	Credit awarded
B	B	Yes - 3 Grade Points	Credit awarded
C	C	Yes - 2 Grade Points	Credit awarded
D	P (Pass)	No	Course completed satisfactorily*; Credit awarded
F	N (Requirements Not Fulfilled)	No	Course requirements not met; No credit awarded
FW	WS	No	Withdrawn by institution, stopped attending; Not included in GPA
WS	WS	No	Withdrawn by institution, stopped attending; Not included in GPA

The grades listed above will automatically be posted by your instructor this term. You can request a change from a letter grade (A, B, C) to a grade of P (Pass) after you complete the class (through February 26, 2021). You are encouraged to discuss a change from a letter grade (A, B, C) to P (Pass) with your academic advisor or student development counselor.

P grades will:

• Meet graduation requirements. This includes ENG 121 and other similar courses. However, students in specific career programs may still need a C or better due to accreditation guidelines; those students should work closely with their instructors on guidance for their programs.
• Be allowed to meet requirements to advance to the next level in a course sequence. However, students in specific career programs may still need a C or better due to accreditation guidelines; those students should work closely with their instructors on guidance for their programs.
• Be transferable and earn credit as they were originally intended during the fall 2020 semester and be applied toward major, minor, and General Education requirements. Colleges and universities nationwide are relaxing their requirements for incoming transfer coursework completed during the fall 2020 term and are accepting P grades. Final decisions on transferability are made at the receiving institution and it is recommended you consult with the Admissions department at your intended transfer institution.

Incomplete (I) grade: In addition to the grading modifications noted above, you may also have the option for an incomplete (or “I”) grade. Reach out to you instructor to discuss this option, which can give you 120 days or more to complete the class after it ends. Your instructor will list the requirements for successfully completing the course if you choose to take an “incomplete.”

Withdrawal (W) grade: Students also still have the option of withdrawing themselves from a class. Please review the Withdrawal Guidelines (PDF) document before doing so.

Here are some resources to help you succeed through the fall semester:

• Fall FAQs: Answers any additional questions you may have regarding this grading structure and the summer term.
• Lancers Keep Learning: Guidance through the alternative delivery module
• Campus Operations: Faculty and staff services and schedules

#LancersKeepLearning

Online Anytime

This format allows students complete coursework online and connect with their class and instructor without having to log in at a specific day/time. Students work on their own time to meet deadlines and maintain course participation through online discussions and activities.

Online Live

These classes have online delivery via Zoom with a dedicated virtual classroom time where students and instructors connect together at the same time in their virtual classroom space. Please see the class schedule for the virtual classroom time. Students are expected to be online at the exact time in order to participate in the class lectures, discussions, and presentations.

Summer Boost

These are a select number of traditional classes scheduled late in the summer semester where students can attend classes on campus. These classes will be available for registration on Monday, April 27 and will only run if it is safe to do so.

Options for summer semester include Online-Anytime, Online Live via Zoom and on-campus Summer Boost courses.

In the public web search, students can enter a keyword or subject, then click SEARCH. For each class, look at the Location. Location options include Online-Anytime, Online Live via Zoom or an on-campus room location (for Summer Boost only).

When searching for classes in the MyStudentCenter, enter the term and subject, then click SEARCH. For each class, look at the ROOM. Room options include Online-Anytime, Online Live via Zoom or an on-campus room location (for Summer Boost only).

Tuition is the same for all CLC courses. Additionally, we are waiving the $8 per credit hour online course fee this summer.

Students will need a computer and access to reliable internet. Additionally, students will be active in online platforms such as Canvas, a learning management system, and Zoom, a video conferencing software. Both tools are intuitive and additional tutorials are available to help students familiarize themselves with features. Learn more about these tools in Lancers Keep Learning.

The same grading structure used in Spring 2020 will also be used in Summer 2020. Learn more about summer grading and changes.

CLC is having a Summer Boost session from July 6 – August 8 which features 5-week accelerated in-person courses. These classes will plan to run unless other determinations are made based on the current health climate and pending regulations. No student will face a financial penalty if the courses need to move to an alternative delivery format or are canceled.

Students pursuing a program of study that is eligible for financial aid can access federal student aid for summer classes, such as the Pell Grant and the Direct Loan program. The first step is to complete a FAFSA at www.fafsa.gov and be sure to enter CLC’s school code: 007694 when you complete your FAFSA application.

You can also explore these scholarships offered for the summer term.

Yes, the CLC Library checks out laptop computers, internet hotspots, and calculators to enrolled summer students.

Requests for laptops, hotspots and calculators can be submitted through the Student Technology Needs Survey. Materials are due back within three days after your class ends.

Textbooks can be purchased or rented from the CLC bookstore, or either picked up curbside or shipped to your home. Visit the bookstore to find your textbook information.

Students can schedule Zoom, phone, or email advising appointments with advisors and student development counselors. Call (847) 543-2060 to schedule your appointment or email advice@clcillinois.edu with your general questions.

The College is working with clinical, practicum, and internship locations to be able to help students return to sites as soon as it is safe to do so. As of 4/22/20, there is no official date for when students will be able to return to external locations but we will update this FAQ as soon as more information is available.

To provide necessary in-person classes, limited 5-week courses are scheduled for the end of summer, pending the current health climate. Students will be notified of decision by June 25. Students will have no penalty if these courses do not run due to the current health climate.

Students will be notified of decision by June 25. Students will have no penalty if these courses do not run due to the current health climate.

Registration is open for Fall courses in both in-person and online formats. College leadership is closely evaluating all pending factors and will communicate any changes to delivery, format and schedules as soon as they are determined.

The same grading structure used in Spring 2020 will also be used in Summer 2020.  Learn more about summer grading and changes 

Withdrawal and refund deadlines are CLC  standard policies. Check your syllabus and Student Center for specific deadlines.

Campus entrance is limited to registered Summer Boost and arranged completion activities students only. Don’t worry, you still have access to support services online.

Face masks covering the mouth and nose are required while on campus. They must meet educational environment standards. A mask will be provided at the entrance if you do not have your own.

In addition to wearing a face mask, all students must practice social distancing by staying six feet apart in classrooms and campus spaces. Class sizes are limited to 9 or less.

Each campus has designated entrances.

• Grayslake: Doors T5, M1 and A1
• Lakeshore: Door S3 at 33 N. Genesee Street and Door 1NG near parking garage
• Southlake: Door V3

Enter the building at the designated entrance with:

• Your picture ID
• Fast Pass (print out or photo on your phone)
• Face mask

To enter the building, you must bring your picture ID, face mask and Fast Pass (print out or photo on your phone).

The alternative delivery model is intended to limit on-campus activities to essential functions and shift the majority of learning to flexible learning formats, including multiple modalities such as videoconference, online, and alternative assignments.

Campuses are open to select employees and students, but remain closed to the public.

Yes! Online tutoring is available for writing (assignments in any class) and most math, chemistry, biology, physics, accounting, MCS, and computer application courses. Log into Canvas, open the Tutoring Center card on your dashboard and click the link to begin a tutoring session or request an appointment.

Student development counselors and academic advisors are here to help you with academic and transfer planning, career counseling, course selection for summer and fall, and encouragement during this time of transition.

• Call the CATC at 847-543-2060.
• Email CATC at advice@clcillinois.edu from your CLC student email account with your name and student ID number.

The CLC Libraries are open to check out books, technology, and academic resources, and use study space. Study rooms are not open. Visit the campus operations page for hours and instructions for visiting campus

• Chat online with a librarian
• To make an online appointment with a librarian, start at the library's homepage, scroll down and, under services, select "Schedule a Research Appointment."
• Use online databases, journals, and resources by logging in with your name and CLC ID number

Enrolled students can check out technology and academic materials from the library. Visit the technology information page for more details.

General Overview

• Classes have moved to an alternative learning model.
• Campuses are open to select employees and students, but remain closed to the public. Face coverings are required and social distancing rules are in effect.
• Children’s Learning Centers are closed.
• All online courses regardless of the start date are as scheduled with no interruptions in learning.
• All in-person events are canceled until further notice. Student clubs and organizations are meeting virtually.
• New student orientation is online.
• Virtual support services including tutoring, advising and counseling will be available. Students are also directed to complete business service functions through virtual or call-in options. See how Lancers Keep Learning during the alternative delivery model.
• The previous suspension of college-sponsored international and domestic travel will continue until further notice for students and employees.

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is a service available to students and staff at CLC. Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at the College of Lake County provides culturally responsive clinical services to CLC students, contributing to their academic, personal and professional success. CAPS also offers consultative and preventative services, thus empowering the CLC community to promote mental wellness.

All clinical services are provided by licensed mental health professionals, and are available to actively enrolled students for no charge. Learn more about Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS).

CAPS office is also closed but will be providing phone services to students. To request an appointment, please leave a message at (847) 543-2032. CAPS staff will get back to you within 24 hours. The call may be coming from a “private” or “blocked” number, so please make sure your phone is set to accept those types of calls. 

If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911 or go to the closest emergency room.

 

 

Call your doctor: If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms of respiratory illness, such as cough or difficulty breathing, stay home and call your healthcare provider to be assessed.

Do not walk into a healthcare facility, urgent care clinic, or hospital before calling. Discuss your symptoms with your doctor. If your doctor believes that you need to be tested for COVID-19, your doctor should call the Lake County Health Department Communicable Disease program to arrange for you to be assessed.

Yes, and classes start in August and September. Call (847) 543-2445 or email adulteducation@clcillinois.edu for more information and to schedule a placement test. Visit the Adult Education webpage for class information

Sí, y las clases de Educación para Adultos comienzan en agosto y septiembre. Llame al (847) 543-2445 o envíe un correo electrónico a adulteducation@clcillinois.edu para obtener más información o para programar un cita para la prueba de ubicación. Visite el sitio web de Educación para Adultos para obtener información sobre las clases.

Yes, student workers will still get paid. Please have conversations with your direct supervisor for details.

Please refer to the campus operations page for judicial services updates.

Note: Online classes are not impacted by the closure of the College of Lake County, proceed as instructed. 

Please refer to the campus operations page for more information

Call the college's cashier department at (847) 543-2085 to talk about your plan and options to postpone or stop payments. You are still responsible for paying the balance due. Before you can register for future classes, you will need to pay your balance or speak with a financial aid specialist to develop a past due balance plan. Spring 2020 students with unpaid balances will not be dropped for the remainder of the term. It is important you keep attending classes even if you miss payments or have a balance due. You are still responsible for paying tuition and fees if you stop attending class.

All Professional Development and SBDC/ITC courses and workshops have moved to an alternative learning model. Please refer to the campus operations page for more information.

This includes courses, workshops and training offered through:

• Workforce and Professional Development Institute (WPDI) Non-Credit Classes & Training
• Professional Development
• Small Business Development & International Trade Center (SBDC)
• Talent Development Services

If your course or workshop is delivered online, it will run as scheduled.

With our shift to the alternative delivery model, faculty and staff are ready to support your learning and provide access to necessary resources.

Please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions webpage to help you transition to online and flexible learning. 

Yes! Please contact your instructor about options such as an incomplete grade. You can also contact an advisor or student development counselor at 847-543-2060 or email advice@clcillinois.edu.

Yes, through the Lancers Keep Learning Fund! Complete the application so CLC knows your basic needs. Funding is available through the CARES Act, CLC Foundation, and College of Lake County.

This term, instructors will be assigning grades as follows for all spring term classes ending on or after March 31, 2020:

If you earned this grade, according to the class syllabus:	The instructor will post this grade:	Significance
A	A	4 Grade Points; Included in GPA
B	B	3 Grade Points; Included in GPA
C	C	2 Grade Points; Included in GPA
D	P (Pass)	Course completed satisfactorily*; Not included in GPA
F	N (Requirements Not Fulfilled)	Course requirements not met; Not included in GPA
FW	WS	Withdrawn by institution, stopped attending; Not included in GPA
WS	WS	Withdrawn by institution, stopped attending; Not included in GPA

April 29, 2020 Announcement re spring grades

As a result of new guidance received from the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB), a grade of P can be used to meet CLC graduation requirements, will allow you to progress to the next course in a sequence, and shall be deemed transferable and be applicable toward major, minor, and general education requirements. Students in specific career programs at CLC may still need a C or better due to accreditation guidelines; those students should work closely with their instructors.

The grades listed above will automatically be posted by your instructor this semester. In addition, you can request a change from a letter grade (A, B, C) to a grade of P (Pass) after you complete the class (through July 15, 2020). Requesting a change to a grade of P (Pass) will remove the course from your GPA calculation but will still count in completed credit hours. You are strongly encouraged to discuss a change from a letter grade to P (Pass) with your academic advisor or student development counselor.

Additionally, the grade of Incomplete (“I”) may be given to a student who finds it impossible to complete all required coursework by the end of the semester for a justifiable reason. This term, there are many departments, especially those with heavy hands-on learning requirements, where a grade of Incomplete might be the only option until on-campus learning can be resumed. In other courses, where lecture is the primary delivery method, Incomplete grades can be an option when students have demonstrated the ability and desire to complete the course but were unable to do so due to extraordinary circumstances. Students should consult with their faculty as these decisions are made on a case-by-case basis.  For the spring 2020 term, students who are assigned an Incomplete grade will have up to 240 days after the end of the term to complete all coursework and missing assessments, instead of the typical 120 days.

Based on changes announced on April 29, 2020, grades of P will meet prerequisites for subsequent courses, including those requiring a grade of C or better.

The system classifies an N as an unsuccessful attempt at the course. This means that an N will not meet prerequisites for any courses.

Any limited enrollment screening programs at CLC would prefer to see a C or better. However, if you elect to take a P given the circumstances, the division is committed to looking at the student holistically for admission to the program. If you maintain a strong overall GPA, for example, this would be an important part of the screening process. Limited enrollment programs do not intend to rely solely on one specific grade as a barrier to program admission.

Based on changes announced on April 29, 2020, the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB), Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE), and Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) have released guidance that a grade of P will meet requirements for College Reading and Writing Readiness (CRWR) and will meet graduation requirements.

Reinstatement in a course is at the discretion of each instructor and is dependent on your standing when you withdrew, the amount of course content you have missed since withdrawing, among other factors. Your instructor will use existing reinstatement processes with the academic divisions to reenroll you in their course, if appropriate.

You don’t have to, but it is encouraged where appropriate. You also can wait to see your final grade and request a change to a "P" grade after the term ends, through July 15. You are strongly encouraged to discuss a change from a letter grade to P (Pass) with your academic advisor or student development counselor because doing so may impact your eligibility to graduate, the ability to take a higher-level course in the sequence, or the transferability of the course to another institution. 

If you are concerned about your grade point average and only need the course completion for you academic plans, you may elect the "P" grade to keep grades of B and C from reducing your GPA. You are strongly encouraged to discuss a change from a letter grade to P (Pass) with your academic advisor or student development counselor because doing so may impact your eligibility to graduate, the ability to take a higher-level course in the sequence, or the transferability of the course to another institution.

Course completion rate: Counts as attempted and earned hours; Time-frame limitation: Counts as attempted hours; GPA: No impact.

Course completion rate: Counts as attempted hours, but not earned; Time-frame limitation: Counts as attempted hours; GPA: No impact.

No impact. Academic standards only evaluates courses that count toward GPA.

Based on the changes announced on April 29, 2020, the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB), Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE), and Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) have released guidance that a grade of P should be deemed transferable and earn credit as they were originally intended during the Spring 2020 semester and be applied toward major, minor, and General Education requirements. Colleges and universities nationwide are relaxing their requirements for incoming transfer coursework completed during the spring 2020 term and are accepting P grades. Final decisions on transferability are made at the receiving institution and it is recommended you consult with the Admissions department at your intended transfer institution.

Based on changes announced on April 29, 2020, a course completed with a grade of P will cause prior instances of the course with grades of F, FW, D, or C to be removed from the GPA and attempted/earned hours. In the future, a course with a grade of P that is repeated will be excluded from attempted/earned hours if the student earns a C or better.

A course completed with a grade of N will cause prior instances of the course with grades of F or FW to be removed from the GPA and attempted/earned hours. In the future, a course with a grade of N that is repeated will be excluded from attempted/earned hours if the student earns a grade of F or better.

No, the D grade is not an option this semester.

As always, the first thing to do is talk to your instructor. They may be able to recommend your next best steps in helping improve your grade.

This grading system has only been approved for the Spring 2020 term.

Accomplish the Pass Grade Request Form (PDF) and send it to records@clcillinois.edu.

Please note that:

• Only courses with a final grade of A, B, or C can be changed to P
• Only courses taken during the Spring 2020 semester can be changed to P
• Once posted, a P grade cannot be changed to a letter grade (A, B, C)
• P grades are not included in GPA
• P grades are included in the repeat course policy
• P grades can be used to meet most prerequisite, transfer, and graduation requirements; however, specific career programs at CLC may still need a C or better due to accreditation guidelines. Students enrolled in career programs with specific accreditation requirements should speak with their instructor prior to requesting a P grade.
• Deadline to request a Pass Grade is July 15, 2020.

The Lake County Health Department has established an email address: COVID19@lakecountyil.gov, to answer general questions from the community. Residents can submit an email with general COVID-19 questions, and public health officials will answer the top questions weekly. The Health Department will not use this service to offer medical advice or answer questions related to people who test positive for COVID-19. If you have personal medical questions, contact your healthcare provider.

General Overview

• Classes have moved to an alternative learning model.
• Campuses are open to select employees and students, but remain closed to the public. Face coverings are required and social distancing rules are in effect.
• Children’s Learning Centers are closed.
• All online courses regardless of the start date are as scheduled with no interruptions in learning.
• All in-person events are canceled until further notice. Student clubs and organizations are meeting virtually.
• New student orientation is online.
• Virtual support services including tutoring, advising and counseling will be available. Students are also directed to complete business service functions through virtual or call-in options. See how Lancers Keep Learning during the alternative delivery model.
• The previous suspension of college-sponsored international and domestic travel will continue until further notice for students and employees.

The CLC Health Center oversees the “COVID-19 Concerns Team,” a group of health professionals dedicated to responding to student, staff, and faculty questions and concerns related to the COVID-19 coronavirus. The team also verifies reported information, notifying the appropriate local and state officials in cases of possible or known exposure to the COVID-19 virus.

The college’s custodial cleaning program uses an EPA-registered disinfectant to clean touchpoints, public and common area restrooms and kitchens daily.

There are dispenser stations throughout campus containing hand sanitizer. Hand sanitizer can help prevent the spread of the virus, though proper hand-washing technique is deemed to be more effective by the CDC.

College personnel have also implemented extra measures to clean and disinfect surfaces in public areas that are touched frequently. This includes surfaces such as door handles, banisters, and elevator buttons. It is also recommended that all departments purchase single use disinfectant wipes for human touch points within their work spaces such as keyboards, public counters, credit card readers, phones, and shared surfaces and items. We will continue to monitor recommendations from the CDC for preventing the spread of the virus.

Call your doctor: If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms of respiratory illness, such as cough or difficulty breathing, stay home and call your healthcare provider to be assessed.

Do not walk into a healthcare facility, urgent care clinic, or hospital before calling. Discuss your symptoms with your doctor. If your doctor believes that you need to be tested for COVID-19, your doctor should call the Lake County Health Department Communicable Disease program to arrange for you to be assessed.

Local health departments and CLC will closely monitor people who are at potential risk and have protocols for contacting individuals who may have been in close contact with community members being screened for COVID-19.

Should any CLC community member be diagnosed with COVID-19, the relevant local health department and the college would initiate appropriate protocols to protect the health of anyone deemed to be at risk. Read our protocol for CLC community reports of potential COVID-19 exposure.

According to the CDC, quarantine means separating a person or group of people who have been exposed to a contagious disease but have not developed illness (symptoms) from others who have not been exposed, in order to prevent the possible spread of that disease.

“Self- quarantine" means that you will have to stay home and monitor yourself for any potential signs of infection (coughing, fever, chills or muscle aches) for the duration of the incubation period (14 days), check your temperature in the morning and evening, and report your symptoms to your healthcare provider.

Call your healthcare provider for medical advice if you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms, such as cough or difficulty breathing.

According to the CDC, here's what you should do to help prevent the spread of COVID-9 if you are sick or suspect you are infected:

• Stay home except to get medical care. People who are mildly ill with COVID-19 are able to isolate at home during their illness. Avoid public areas and public transportation.
• Separate yourself from other people and animals in your home. As much as possible stay in a specific room away from other people, and use a separate bathroom if available.
• Call ahead before visiting your doctor. This will help the healthcare provider’s office take steps to keep other people from getting exposed or infected.
• Wear a facemask if you are sick when you are around other people or pets, before you entrer a healthcare provider’s office, or when caring for others who are sick.
• Cover your coughs and sneezes. Dispose used tissues in a lined trash can and wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
• Clean your hands often with soap and water or hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Avoid sharing personal household items such as dishes, drinking glasses, cups, eating utensils, towels or bedding with other people or pets. Wash these items thoroughly after use.
• Clean and disinfect all “high-touch” surfaces everyday such as counters, tabletops, doorknobs, bathroom fixtures, toilets, phones, keyboards, tablets, and bedside tables.
• Monitor your symptoms. Seek prompt medical attention if your illness is worsening. Call before seeking care from your doctor or healthcare provider.

Discontinuing home isolation

• Stay at home until instructed to leave: Patients with confirmed COVID-19 should remain under home isolation precautions until the risk of secondary transmission to others is thought to be low.
• Talk to your healthcare provider: The decision to discontinue home isolation precautions should be made on a case-by-case basis, in consultation with healthcare providers and state and local health departments.

For more information, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/steps-when-sick.html

CDC has recommended precautions for household members and caregivers in a nonhealthcare setting of a patient with a symptomatic laborator-confirmed COVID-19 or a patient under investigation.

On February 11, 2020 the World Health Organization (WHO) announced an official name for the disease that is causing the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak, first identified in Wuhan, China. The new name of this disease is coronavirus disease 2019, abbreviated as COVID-19.

A novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus that has not been previously identified. The virus causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is not the same as the coronaviruses that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the common cold. Patients with COVID-19 will be evaluated and cared for differently than patients with common coronavirus diagnosis.

For more information, visit the CDC's Coronavirus Disease web page.

General Overview

• Classes have moved to an alternative learning model.
• Campuses are open to select employees and students, but remain closed to the public. Face coverings are required and social distancing rules are in effect.
• Children’s Learning Centers are closed.
• All online courses regardless of the start date are as scheduled with no interruptions in learning.
• All in-person events are canceled until further notice. Student clubs and organizations are meeting virtually.
• New student orientation is online.
• Virtual support services including tutoring, advising and counseling will be available. Students are also directed to complete business service functions through virtual or call-in options. See how Lancers Keep Learning during the alternative delivery model.
• The previous suspension of college-sponsored international and domestic travel will continue until further notice for students and employees.

For confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases, reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death. Symptoms can include:

• Fever
• Cough
• Shortness of breath

CDC believes at this time that symptoms of COVID-19 may appear in as few as 2 days or as long as 14 days after exposure. This is based on what has been seen previously as the incubation period of MERS-CoV viruses. The latest situation summary updates are available on CDC’s coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) web page.

Campuses are open to select employees and students, but remain closed to the public.

Current understanding about how the virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) spreads is largely based on what is known about similar coronaviruses. COVID-19 is a new disease and there is more to learn about how it spreads, the severity of illness it causes, and to what extent it may spread in the United States.

Person-to-person spread

The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person.

• Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).
• Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

Spread from contact with infected surfaces or objects

It may be possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes, but this is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads.

Get more information about coronvirus transmission from the CDC.

Johns Hopkins has developed a map that tracks the scope of the COVID-19 outbreak. View Johns Hopkins University coronavirus live map for reference. 

The previous suspension of college-sponsored international and domestic travel will continue until further notice.

• Review the CDC's guidance for preventing spread of coronavirus.
• Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
• If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer.
• Avoid contact with sick people and stay home if you are sick.

Routine use of these measures by individuals and their families will increase community resilience and readiness for responding to an outbreak.

All in-person events are canceled until further notice. Student clubs and organizations are meeting virtually.

The efforts in this plan represent the College’s response to minimize exposure. However, this can only be achieved through everyone’s commitment to uphold the intended actions. We ask everyone to access campus for only essential needs, uphold social distancing, limit non-essential personal travel during spring break and use the everyday preventive actions recommended by the CDC:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick
• Stay home when you are not feeling well
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces

If you have concerns about your health, or if you are experiencing symptoms, please contact your healthcare provider or contact the CLC Health Center at 847-543-2064.

• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
• Follow CDC’s recommendations for using a facemask.
• CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.
• Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
• If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.

For information about handwashing, see CDC’s Handwashing website.

For information specific to healthcare, see CDC’s Hand Hygiene in Healthcare Settings

These are everyday habits that can help prevent the spread of several viruses.

CDC does have specific guidance for travelers.