Student Services Newsletter: Creating Opportunity, Cultivating Success at Alder GSE
December 2019 | Second Quarterly Release

Dear Alder Resident,

As the year comes to a close, the Student Services Team at Alder GSE continues to provide resources and meaningful reminders to you. December brings much to anticipate: the forthcoming and much needed extended holiday break, the completion of the Fall semester, acknowledgment of being half-way done with the academic program, and all the business and joy school brings during this time. We know you are handling a lot and deeply commend you for always putting your students first. To support your continued success, we hope the following highlights, reminders, and updates are useful as you pursue your goal of becoming an excellent teacher. May the conclusion of 2019 bring hope, affirmation, and anticipation for a great 2020--the year you will graduate from Alder GSE and the University of the Pacific.
Please reach out to studentservices@aldergse.org with any questions.
Student Services Highlights
Tax season is upon us -- Refer to the 2019-2020 Tax Resources for Alder GSE Residents for the information you need to ensure you are aware of the various supports available to you. 

Covered CA Open Enrollment -- Looking for affordable health care, thinking of exploring other plans, or need coverage? Covered CA is an excellent health care option for those eligible and currently accepting enrollment until January 31st. For a guide to access Covered CA, please see here. If you need help accessing Medi-Cal or other health care options, contact studentservices@aldergse.org for assistance. 


Student Services at Spring In-Person Sessions (January 27- February 4) -- Please reach out while at Pacific for any support or assistance. If you want to schedule a one-on-one during the in-person intensives, please email studentservices@aldergse.org

Wellness Corner: Promoting wellness through healthy lifestyles and support services.
Provides a few suggestions to practice during the break. No need to try all of them, but one or two might make a huge difference. 

School transformation starts with bright spots, by Joe Truss
Reflects Elena Aguilar’s Bright Spots topic mentioned in Onward. 

CA Peer Run Warm Line
Need non-emergency referrals for community resources around wellness and mental health? If you want to talk through concerns or worries, please call the CA Warm Line at 1-855-845-7415 for assistance!
Friendly Reminders
  • Spring registration is open! Please register as soon as possible and plan to pay tuition by  January 1st, 2020. Students will have a one week grace period from the 1st. If you anticipate this might be a problem, please consider enrolling in Pacific’s payment plan. Alder is here to support - please contact Ivan or Mariah for assistance. Not meeting the payment deadline from Pacific will result in being dropped from courses. There is a significant fee to Pacific and additional paperwork you will need to complete to re-enroll. 
  • The extended break is a perfect time for self-care and wellness checks. Please consider using the EAP resources offered to all our residents. The supports offered include counseling services, work/life referrals, and financial/legal advice. In addition, at any moment, you are able to contact Pacific’s Counseling Center for an appointment via phone, free of cost to you.
"Making the Residency Work" Regional Resource Guides
The Student Services Team has developed regional Making It Work resources that are supportive, aid in financial and mental health wellbeing, are available in your local community, and focus on ensuring capacity to make the residency work. Access the resources by region below:

Thrive and Succeed -

Words From Those that Came Before You

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