Questions and concerns from faculty members are generally referred to the director. As a former full-time instructor, Sandra is familiar with the needs and concerns of classroom instructors and is available to trouble-shoot and strategize about the best way to accommodate students in both classroom and online instruction.
Use this number to schedule appointments with a DSPS counselor, fill out an application, or find out about services that are available.
Ron VanOrden
(530) 242-7833
rvanorden@shastacollege.edu
Ron and other DSPS paraprofessionals train students to use specific programs and devices (especially computer-based), place adjustable tables and chairs in classrooms, provide audio-formatted text for students who are eligible, and assist students in the DSPS Assistive Technology Lab located in Room 2004.
Ken Cooper
(530) 242-7793
kcooper@shastacollege.edu
This office coordinates three services; services for students who are deaf/hard-of-hearing (interpreting and captioning), note-providing, and testing accommodations. Students are recruited to provide copies of their classroom notes and share them with a student who has a disability and cannot take notes. There are four testing rooms in Room 2007 that are monitored by staff for students authorized to use extended test time or a quiet environment.