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occurred. Any excess PLUS loan must be returned to the parent unless the parent authorizes in writing to transfer the
<br />proceeds to a student directly.
<br />2EE SCHOOL AND CAMPITS ACT F
<br />Advanced College is a state approved private postsecondary institution that is required to have all students follow the
<br />standards of conduct required by the state of California regarding the Drug -Free Schools and Campuses Act. The use,
<br />possession, or distribution of alcoholic beverages, illicit drugs and/or controlled substances is strictly prohibited by all
<br />employees and students on school property or any site associated with instruction of AC students. Advanced College
<br />supports a drug -free environment and students/staff must comply with this policy. A violation will result in taking
<br />appropriate action up to and including termination as outlined below. As a result, random drug/alcohol screenings or search
<br />may be conducted of the students/staff in our commitment to provide a safe drug -free environment. Training is conducted
<br />during Orientation for students and employees. If a student is convicted of a drug -related offense after admission, he or she
<br />must notify the Campus Director within five (5) days of the conviction.
<br />A violation of this policy is considered a major offense, which may result in requirement for satisfactory participation in a
<br />drug or alcohol rehabilitation program, referral for criminal prosecution, and/or immediate disciplinary action up to and
<br />including termination from employment and suspension or expulsion from the school. A criminal conviction is not required
<br />for sanctions to be imposed upon an employee or student for violations of this policy. Violations of applicable local, state and
<br />federal laws may subject a student or employee to a variety of legal sanctions including but not limited to fines,
<br />incarceration, imprisonment, and seizure of property, loss of eligibility for federal benefits, including federal Financial Aid,
<br />suspension, revocation, or denial of driver's license and/or community service requirements. Convictions become a part of
<br />an individual's criminal record and may prohibit certain career and professional opportunities.
<br />For more information about specific circumstances, students/staff should consult applicable local, state, and federal law
<br />and/or seek legal counsel. A federal or state drug conviction may disqualify a student from using federal student aid. A
<br />local or municipal conviction may not disqualify. Convictions which occur during the time student was receiving federal
<br />financial aid are counted against students for aid eligibility.
<br />Advanced College does not provide drug counseling, treatment, or rehabilitation programs as part of our student services;
<br />however, students will be given referrals to counseling, treatments, or rehabilitation programs available to all students. If a
<br />student has a problem with any association with drugs and alcohol, they will be tested by a certified testing agency. If the test
<br />results in a positive determination by the certified testing agency, the student will be referred to counseling. Students who
<br />are terminated from the program because of testing positive for drug use can only be re -admitted after they have successfully
<br />completed a certified rehabilitation program.
<br />CAMPUS SECURITY AND ACCESS TO CAMPUS FACILITY
<br />Students are informed about security and safety/emergency procedures during orientation. Faculty and staff are informed
<br />during New Employee Orientation in Emergency and Evacuation policy/procedures, campus security procedures and safety.
<br />Fire and disaster drills are held annually, and students and staff are informed that it is the responsibility of each person to
<br />adhere to all safety and security practices. All students/faculty/staff should onlybe on campus during scheduled school hours,
<br />or while attending to other legitimate academic or administrative functions and are required to wear and display their badge.
<br />All visitors are required to sign in with the front desk. Students/faculty/staff are informed about security and
<br />safety/emergency procedures during orientation to promote awareness of crime prevention, assault, and other harmful acts.
<br />During these orientations, they are also informed of good practices in crime prevention (including securing their vehicle and
<br />other personal property) and how to report a crime, emergency, or other incident. All crimes, security incidents, serious
<br />injuries or severe illness incidents should be recorded on an Incident Report Form and given to the Campus Director.
<br />Students or staff who suspect a crime has been committed or are the victim of any type of criminal act should immediately
<br />report it to the Campus Director. If you witness a crime in progress or are a victim, you can also call 9t1 or report directly to
<br />local law enforcement agencies, and then notify the Campus Director. AC prepares an Annual Security Report each year of
<br />the crime statistics (inclusive of but not limited to murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, motor vehicle theft,
<br />hate crimes, drug abuse violations, weapons possessions) and notes any significant changes in policy, procedures, locations
<br />and key individuals since the last report if applicable, and will adhere to requirements detailed in the Title IV Federal Student
<br />Aid Handbook.
<br />EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROCEDURES
<br />This plan explains the procedures to take in case of emergencies such as accidents, illnesses, bomb threats, natural disasters,
<br />fires, and campus disturbances/domestic violence. If a significant emergency or dangerous situation involving an immediate
<br />threat to the health or safety of students or employees occurs, all parties will be notified. All students/faculty/staff must
<br />immediately evacuate the building whenever the fire alarm sounds. Prior to initiating the Emergency Preparedness Plan, the
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