What is Early Alert?

Early Alert (EA) is a collaborative effort between professors and counselors to help students who are at risk of failing one or more of their classes at HCC.

Recommended Steps for Utilizing EA:

1. Identify student(s) at risk

Possible reasons:

• attendance
• academic performance
• student services referral

2. Whenever possible, professors should first discuss the concern with the student.

3. Complete the Early Alert form for each student referral.

A counselor will follow-up with the faculty member to provide:

• feedback about the student's issue
• counseling intervention

4. Contact Mrs. Carmen Gentry with any questions, concerns, or suggestions.

• carmen.gentry@hccs.edu
• 713.718-7008

Thank you for supporting this retention tool.

Distance Education Counselors: Dr.Berveiler, Mrs.Gentry, & Dr.Rowell-Chair