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Palomar CalWORKs Requirements
- Complete an ITP appointment with your CalWORKs counselor each term
- If you add/drop a class, schedule an ITP Update appointment with your CalWORKs counselor
- Submit a completed HHSA-monthly-attendance-verification-form.pdf with a copy of your current class schedule to your ECM by the 5th of each month.
Common Questions
Q: My classes are about to begin or have begun and I still have not received my textbook funds from the county. What should I do?
A: Contact your CalWORKs counselor as soon as possible. She will assist you.
Q: I’m struggling in my class/es. I’m concerned I may not pass. What should I do?
A: 1) Contact your professor to discuss available options to improve your grade 2) Visit the STAR Tutoring website, 3) schedule an appointment with your CalWORKs counselor to discuss additional supportive services.
Q: I’m experiencing emotional challenges. What services are available to me?
A: 1) personal counseling through your CalWORKs counselor, 2) behavioral health counseling by visiting the Palomar Behavioral Health Counseling Services website, 3) CARE/CalWORKs Student Support Circles that meets bi-weekly on Fridays (details in Canvas CalWORKs Connect).
Q: I’m experiencing basic needs challenges such as food and housing insecurity. What services are available to me?
A: Visit the Palomar Basic Needs website and reach out to your CalWORKs Counselor who can connect you with additional off campus resources.