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Dress Code

While in college, students will be required to wear the designated college uniform with the emblem on the sleeve. Only designated college attire can be worn with the uniform.

The uniform must be freshly washed and pressed for each day of class. Shoes must be ones provided by Valley Grande Institute. Shoes must be kept

clean. Open –toe and high heels shoes are not permitted due to safety regulations.

Makeup is to be lightly and tastefully applied. Hair must be clean, styled neatly, (hair bun) and of a natural color acceptable

in any professional office or hospital setting. Fingernails should be clean and kept at an appropriate length. Visible tattoos may need to be covered depending on the program. Facial piercing jewelry other than the ear lobes is not acceptable within this

institution and will not be accepted at an externship facility. School issued Identification cards are to be worn in the front, and should be

visible at all times.

Dress Code rule to remember: When in doubt, don’t!

Administration and faculty are responsible for enforcing the dress code. Inappropriately dressed students will be sent home and time missed will be recorded.

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Student Conduct

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Valley Grande Institute(P)956.973.1945(F)956.969.4086345 S. Texas Blvd. Weslaco, TX 78596#successisfreedom #vgi4life

In today’s competitive job market, professional conduct is a crucial factor in obtaining and keeping a job. Emphasis is continually placed on regular attendance, promptness, honesty and a positive attitude.

Students will be held accountable for, or should report, the following violations while on campus or clinical property:

Theft of, or deliberate destruction, damage, misuse of abuse of, VGI property of private individuals associated with VGI.

Inappropriate or profane behavior that causes a disruption of teaching will not be tolerated and disciplinary action will follow.

Being under the influence of alcoholic beverages or controlled substances on VGI or clinical property, including the purchase, consumption, possession, or sale of such items will be sufficient grounds for immediate dismissal and police report.

The use of any tobacco products in VGI’s buildings is prohibited. Eating or drinking in the classrooms or hallway is not authorized. “The Lounge is the

only inside building area designated” Failure to comply with VGI officials acting within the scope of their employment

responsibilities. Bring dangerous items such as explosives, firearms, or other weapons, either

concealed or exposed, onto VGI property will be reported immediately to the authorities and grounds for immediate dismissal.

The use of cell phones, including texting or other electronic devices must be in the “off” position while in the classroom.

Students may use their cell phones or other electronic devices while in the lounge or outside the building. Violators will be deducted academic points. Students who refuse to comply will be escorted outside the building and sent home.

Physical abuse, verbal use, intimidation, harassment, coercion, stalking, and/o any conduct that threatens or endangers the physical or psychological health/safety of another person.

Any student found responsible for involvement in any of the violations listed about may be sanctioned accordingly. Sanctions range from a written letter reprimand up to immediate dismissal from VGI. The conduct process is outlined in detail in the Student Handbook.

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