PSA Policies

• (No fees of any kind may be collected from students for participation in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title II (Public Law 113–128) AEFLA programs.) These programs include English as a Second Language, High School Diploma, GED, and Inmate Education programs. 

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Classes are open to all adults and are designed for students age 18 and over.  Residents of other districts are welcome to enroll. 

STUDENT Agreements

PLACER SCHOOL FOR ADULTS

Welcome to Placer School for Adults! We’re glad you’ve chosen PSA as your school. The policies below help ensure a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment for all students.

PSA Enrollment Policy

Placer School for Adults serves students who are 18 years of age or older.

To enroll in high school diploma or GED preparation classes, students must meet with a PSA counselor to review transcripts and create an individual education plan.

Students enrolling in these programs:

• Must be 18 or older, and

• Cannot be currently enrolled in a comprehensive, continuation, or independent study high school.

All high school diploma and GED prep classes at PSA are free of charge.

Conduct & Responsibility

PSA is an adult learning community. Students are expected to:

• Take responsibility for their learning

• Be respectful toward instructors and classmates

• Maintain regular attendance

Students who do not meet behavioral expectations are subject to removal from the program at the discretion of PSA Administration.

Cheating Policy 

Only the student is truly responsible for their education. Teachers provide tools for learning, but it is up to the student to use them.

A student who values academic integrity commits to effort, responsibility, and honesty. Cheating undermines both individual growth and the academic environment at Placer School for Adults.

If a student is caught cheating in any form, they will be dropped from the program and may only re-enroll the following semester after administrative review.

Cell Phone Policy 

Cell phones must be turned off and put away during all assessments.

Attendance Policy

Regular attendance and consistent progress are required to remain enrolled.

• Students must attend at least 1.5 hours per week, or more as required by their specific program.

• Students must also show weekly progress in the online curriculum, as determined by their teacher.

• Students who miss three classes or fail to make progress during a semester may be dropped from the program.

Food and Drinks

No eating or drinking in computer labs. Snacks and drinks may be consumed outside of the classroom.

Cigarette, Chewing Tobacco, Vaping 

Please do not bring cigarettes, tobacco, or vaping paraphernalia to campus, and be aware that smoking is not allowed on any of the school facilities.

Uniform Complaint Procedure

The District follows uniform complaint procedures when addressing any allegation of unlawful discrimination based on actual or perceived characteristics protected under Education Code §§ 200, 220, and Government Code § 11135.

This includes discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, color, age, or mental/physical disability, as well as association with anyone in a protected group. These protections apply to any program or activity that receives state financial assistance.

Acknowledgment of Policies and Procedures

By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the student policies and procedures for Placer School for Adults, including expectations for attendance, participation, behavior, and use of personal devices. I agree to follow these policies while enrolled in the program.

• Refunds: There is a $10.00 processing fee for all refunds. You may request a refund (minus the $10.00 processing fee) up to 8 days before the class start date.  Please allow 2-3 weeks for processing. In the final seven days before the class start date you may receive a credit for the full amount on your PSA account. Lab and material fees are not eligible for refund or credit. Refund requests made after the class has started are not eligible for credits or refunds. 

• Return Check Fee: All returned checks are assessed a $ 25.00 handling charge.  

• Class Changes: We reserve the right to reduce hours or instruction, change instructors or locations, increase fees, or cancel classes if minimum enrollments are not met. 

• Canceled Classes: PSA reserves the right to cancel a class. If a class is canceled, you will receive a full refund. 

All returned checks are assessed a $25 handling charge. 

Refunds for books purchased through Placer School for Adults will be processed after they have been returned to the adult school unmarked/undamaged. 

We reserve the right to reduce hours of instruction, change instructors or location, increase fees, or cancel classes if minimum enrollments are not met. 

PSA reserves the right to cancel a class. If a class is canceled you will receive a full refund. 

Placer School for Adults is for adults 18 years or over. Children are not allowed in class

When a class fills, we begin a waiting list with names and phone numbers of students still interested in enrolling. Students can put themselves on a class wait list when they enroll on our website by clicking on Add to Wait List. If a student who is enrolled in the full class drops out BEFORE the class starts, we contact the first student on the wait list to see if they want to enroll...and we move down the waitlist until we find a "replacement" student for the one who dropped the class. 

Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation, please call our office to discuss this at the time of class registration, allowing a minimum of 72 hours prior to the first class event. TDD/TTY users please call the California Relay Service at 711.

The Placer Union High School District is committed to complying with state and federal laws and regulations governing education programs. Complaints alleging unlawful discrimination based on actual or perceived sex, age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, gender, mental and/or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, or sexual orientation should be addressed to the compliance officer, Dr. George Sziraki, Superintendent, 13000 New Airport Road, Auburn, CA 95603. In some cases, complaints may be addressed directly to the California State Department of Education. Additionally, civil law remedies may also apply. Information about applicable civil law remedies and appeals may be obtained from the compliance officer at the above address. The Placer Union High School District prohibits retaliation in any form for the filing of a complaint, the reporting of instances of discrimination, or for participation in complaint procedures. 

Any individual, public agency or organization may file a written complaint of alleged non-compliance. If the complaint is against an employee, the complainant or a representative should first attempt to discuss and resolve the complaint with the employee. If unsuccessful, the complainant should attempt to discuss and resolve the issue with the employee’s immediate supervisor. Complaints to the compliance officer or designee concerning an employee shall be submitted in writing. If a complainant is unable to put a complaint in writing due to conditions such as illiteracy or other handicaps, District staff will help him/her file the complaint