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STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
The TVCC Statement of Purpose is determined in statute identified in the Texas
Education Code, Section 130.003, which states that the charge of each public
community college shall be to provide the following:
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Technical programs up to two years in length leading to an associate
degree or certificates;
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Vocational programs leading directly to employment in semi-skilled or
skilled occupations;
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Freshman and/or sophomore courses in arts and sciences;
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Continuing adult education programs for occupational or cultural
upgrading;
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Compensatory education programs designed to fulfill the commitment of
an admissions policy that allow the enrollment of disadvantaged students;
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A continuing program of counseling and guidance designed to assist
students in achieving their individual educational goals;
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Workforce development program designed to meet local and statewide
needs;
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Adult literacy and other basic skills programs for adults; and
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Other purposes as may be prescribed by the Texas Higher Education
Coordinating Board for post-secondary education in Texas.
TVCC VALUES
Trinity Valley Community College adopted “The Valley Way” as its service
standards. The Valley Way is a customer service initiative that was born out of a
drive to improve the way we serve our students and our community:
Value
- We will value our students and understand that without them we would not
be here.
Accountability
- We will hold ourselves and each other accountable.
Lasting Traditions
- We will continue to have pride in our institution, while we
pursue excellence for both our colleagues and students.
Learning Environment
- We will foster a safe and inclusive learning environment
in which our students and staff feel respected by, and connected to, one another.
Ethical Behavior
- We will choose to be ethical in all of our dealings.
You First
- We will value individuality and the opinions of others. Every voice has
the right to be heard, and every word will be spoken with respect.
