Pregnant and Parenting
Pregnancy
CCC believes in student success and individual attention. We recognize that our students are individuals with individual needs. We believe in providing comprehensive student support services and promoting student success. For these reasons, we want you to be aware of your rights and responsibilities under Title IX, which is a federal law that ensures all people have an equal opportunity for education. Title IX makes it illegal to discriminate on the basis of pregnancy and related conditions.
Title IX makes it illegal to discriminate on the basis of pregnancy and related conditions. All pregnancy concerns and pregnancy related absences are coordinated by the Disability Services office. You may not anticipate any academic needs associated with your pregnancy, however, your needs may change as your pregnancy progresses. Disclosure of your condition early in the pregnancy will help in making the planning process more proactive. To disclose your pregnancy to ensure proper accommodations and support, please contact the Disability Services Director on your campus. For additional information related to pregnancy rights and responsibilities, view the information on this page or contact you campus Disability Services Office or CCC’s Title IX Coordinator at titleixcoordinator@cccneb.edu
Disability Services Office Information
ColumbusCoLynn Paprocki |
Grand IslandKim Ottman |
HastingsShannon Peterson |
Children in Class Policy
Unless appropriate to course content, children should not to be brought into a class/lab or left unattended elsewhere on campus.
If you are in need of assistance in finding resources related to pregnancy or parenting please contact your campus CARE Team for support.
Pregnancy Rights
Know your rights and responsibilities as a student
The Law and Your Rights
Title IX is federal law that:
- Prohibits discrimination and ensures that all people have an equal opportunity for education, regardless of their sex or gender.
- Makes it illegal to discriminate on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, false pregnancy, abortion or related conditions, including recovery.
- Ensures the right to take medically necessary leave and to be free of harassment or intimidation because of pregnancy-related conditions, including childbirth and recovery.
- Applies in and out of the classroom, including school-sponsored extracurricular activities, internships, athletics, financial aid and scholarships, and lab and clinical work.
- Requires schools to provide pregnant students with services and accommodations equal to those provided to non-pregnant students. Pregnant students may also be eligible for pregnancy-related disability services under the ADA.
Requesting and Receiving Services
You may not anticipate any academic needs associated with your pregnancy, however, your needs may change as your pregnancy progresses. Disclosure of your condition early in the pregnancy will help in making the planning process more proactive. Open communication between you, your instructors and the Disability Services Staff (DSS) will be important so that appropriate academic adjustments and/or accommodations can be made throughout the pregnancy and recovery period.
- Communication. You are responsible for communication with Disability Services about your pregnancy or related conditions. DSS will review appropriate documentation and assess your current needs. After a review has been done, DSS will communicate, in conjunction, with the student to notify instructors.
- Documentation. You will be asked to provide a doctor’s note that includes your due date and any limitations related to your condition. This information needs to be provided to the disability services office, NOT your instructor. It will be kept confidential. You may also be asked to provide a doctor’s release to resume classes.
- Identify needs and determine accommodations. The DSS will meet with you to discuss your specific situation and determine whether any accommodations are needed. Adjustments/accommodations may include (but not be limited to) special seating arrangements, breaks, flexible attendance, and early access to and/or extension of assignment or exam dates.
Leaves and Absences
Absences due to medical conditions relating to pregnancy will be excused for as long as deemed medically necessary by your doctor. You will be given the opportunity to make up missed work.
Returning to Class
You are permitted to resume your studies in the same status you had before your absence. You will not be penalized for your absence and you will be allowed to make up any missed credit, including participation credit, quizzes, papers or exams. Making up work may mean completing the assignments during the semester, or you may need to take an incomplete and complete the assignments later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my absence excused if my doctor’s appointment conflicts with a scheduled class?
Yes, as long as the appointment is related to your pregnancy. You are responsible for informing your instructor prior to your appointment. You are encouraged to schedule your appointments at times that do not conflict with your class schedule, whenever possible.
Do I need to drop my class if my doctor puts me on bedrest?
Not necessarily; discussion will need to occur between you, your instructor and the Disability Services Staff (DSS) to determine options for your unique situation.
Am I entitled to a maternity leave?
Maternity leave is not a medical necessity. Your absences and recovery time is excused as long as your doctor deems them medically necessary.
Does the college have private rooms where I can take care of lactation needs?
Yes. Lactation rooms are available on each campus. Please see DSS for your location.
How will my instructor be notified of my accommodations or adjustments?
DSS will complete an accommodation letter with you and send it to you instructors.
Who do I notify if I am absent because of delivery and recovery?
Notify the DSS and your instructors.