For Parents
For Parents
As a parent, you want your child to grow and succeed in college. Here are a few tips and important information you should know as the proud parent of a PTC Pine.
Early on -- Talk about Long-Term Goals, Careers and College
A high school diploma doesn't necessarily mean students are ready for college or job training. College courses and job training are more difficult than most students realize.
-- Help your child understand how learning opens up options for the future.
-- Analyze high school grades and test scores to see your child's strong areas.
-- Talk with your child's high school counselor(s) to find out how to build on academic strengths.
-- Paint a picture of what's ahead so your child knows why hard work now is important.
-- Guide your child to make decisions based on interests and not the opinions of others.
Housing
PTC does not provide on-campus housing; however, many rental properties are available within walking distance. Students and their families are encouraged to visit Pine City and arrange for housing ahead of their anticipated semester start dates.
Student Life
It's not just all work and no play at PTC! Opportunities for socializing, leadership and networking abound. From the Ever Green Club to Student Senate, PTC encourages students to get involved in Student Life.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA)
The Family Educational Rights and Privacty Act of 1974 (FERPA) prevents PTC from sharing a student's academic record with anyone (including his or her parents, even though the student's parents may be financially supporting the student's academic pursuits). Unless the student completes a Release of Information Form indicating PTC may share information, information will not be disclosed to parents (or anyone), except in certain emergency situations. PTC will consider doing so on a case-by-case basis. PTC recommends students and parents discuss ahead of time what level of disclosure is mutually expected and acceptable.
Contact with Parents in Certain Situations
In most cases, PTC will not contact parents or provide medical, academic or disciplinary information without the student’s permission. In the case of an extreme emergency, where the student’s health is in serious jeopardy or if there is a concern that the student poses a threat to himself or herself or to someone else, PTC will contact parents. As a general guideline, if the student is able to communicate about the situation, it is up to the student to decide whether and how to discuss the issues.
