To respond to safety concerns and to mitigate the viral spread associated with the recent COVID-19 spike in our service area, St. Charles Community College is adjusting our classroom instruction plans for the start of spring semester 2022.
From January 24 through February 6, lecture-based courses that were previously scheduled as in-person or hybrid for spring are now being moved temporarily to remote (synchronous) learning.
All workforce, healthcare, career and technical education lab, clinical and fieldwork courses, performance/studio-based courses in art, music, and theater; and science courses containing a lab (including lecture portions of classes attached to a lab) will continue to operate in-person.
For information regarding specific classes, students should check CANVAS.
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St. Charles Community College Announces Changes to the Start of Spring Semester 2022
To respond to safety concerns and to mitigate the viral spread associated with the recent COVID-19 spike in our service area, St. Charles Community College is adjusting our classroom instruction plans for the start of spring semester 2022.
From January 24 through February 6, lecture-based courses that were previously scheduled as in-person or hybrid for spring are now being moved temporarily to remote (synchronous) learning.
Workforce, healthcare, career and technical education lab, clinical and fieldwork courses, performance/studio-based courses in art, music, and theater; and some science courses containing a lab (including lecture portions of classes attached to a lab) will continue to operate in-person.
Faculty will post information regarding course status as remote or in-person in the specific CANVAS section for each course by Wednesday, January 19.
Students MUST check the CANVAS section for each of their courses to determine if the course is being taught in-person or in a remote fashion. ZOOM login for courses will be found in CANVAS.
Students who need access to technology should contact the IT Service Desk, (636-922-8555) in the Learning Resources Center (Library). Students will be able to "check out" laptop computers for use.
All services to students will be available in-person. Students who are seeking assistance with or from personal wellness counseling, ACE Tutoring Center, Advising/Registration/Financial Aid, Career Services, the Student Accounts Office, the College Store, the Learning Resources Center (Library) etc. will still be able to come to campus to receive services.
Campus space to study and access to Wi-Fi will be available to students.
Masks are required for all students, faculty, staff and the community in all public indoor spaces on campus, regardless of vaccination status.
FAQs
Will classes be in person this spring semester?
Do I have to be vaccinated to attend in-person classes at SCC?
SCC will not require students, faculty or staff to be vaccinated this spring. However, the College and the CDC strongly recommends all eligible people receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
Do I need to wear a mask on campus?
As of Aug. 2021, St. Charles Community College is requiring masks in all public indoor settings on campus, regardless of vaccination status. We will continue monitoring the spread of COVID-19 in the area, and make decisions regarding masks accordingly. If a change is made, we will inform the campus community.
Will Plaza Bistro be open this spring?
Yes. The Plaza Bistro, proudly serving Starbucks coffee, will be open during regular hours.
Can I go to the Campus Store this spring?
Yes. The Campus Store will be open during regular hours.
Will I have access to the fitness center, gym or student lounge?
Yes. However, access to these facilities could change. The College will continue following CDC and local health department guidelines and will monitor COVID-19 cases in the area to determine the best course of action.
Will in-person events, such as theatre performances and student events, happen in the spring?
All in-person student events scheduled between January 24 and February 6 have been postponed or cancelled.
Starting February 7, St. Charles Community College will begin offering in-person activities. The College will continue following all guidelines from the CDC and the local health department regarding social distancing and wearing masks. While theatre and music performances will happen in person on campus, seating may be limited. Student events and activities will also be designed with safety in mind.
Starting February 7, St. Charles Community College will begin offering in-person activities. The College will continue following all guidelines from the CDC and the local health department regarding social distancing and wearing masks. While theatre and music performances will happen in person on campus, seating may be limited. Student events and activities will also be designed with safety in mind.
Will the Assessment Center, Learning Resource Center or ACE Tutoring Center be open this spring?
Yes. All services will be available on campus. The College will continue following all guidelines from the CDC and the local health department regarding social distancing and wearing masks.
What is SCC doing to help prevent the spread of COVID-19?
To keep our students, faculty and staff safe, SCC will continue to thoroughly clean campus facilities according to the CDC recommended guidelines. Additionally, hand sanitation stations have been placed around campus. Campus air filtration systems have been upgraded. Plexiglass will remain in place at many student-centric locations on campus.
What if I am sick, test positive or become exposed to COVID-19 even if I'm vaccinated?
All confirmed or suspected cases of COVID-19, exposure to COVID-19 positive or suspected positive (symptomatic but awaiting testing) individuals, or persons presenting with symptoms of COVID-19, regardless of masking or vaccination status, should contact the respective contact tracing team for case triage to determine if quarantine away from campus and contact tracing is needed.
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Students can do that here.
The College recommends that faculty, staff and students follow current CDC guidelines regarding symptoms and exposure. View the guidelines here.
Employees can do that here.
Students can do that here.
The College recommends that faculty, staff and students follow current CDC guidelines regarding symptoms and exposure. View the guidelines here.
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