Erskine College Student Portal Guide: Navigating Your Academic Journey

Erskine College provides a comprehensive online portal designed to streamline various aspects of student life, from academic resources to campus services. This guide will help you navigate the Erskine College student portal and utilize its features effectively.

Accessing and Managing Your Library Account

The McCain Library Catalog, accessible through the student portal, offers a range of features to manage your library account efficiently.

Viewing Checked-Out Items and Renewing Books

Upon logging into your personal account, you can view a list of all items currently checked out in your name. At this point you will have the option to submit any needed changes to this information. If you have any items currently checked out, a link indicating “Items currently checked out” will appear in your record. By clicking on that link, you will be able to view a list of all items currently checked out in your name. From the “Items currently checked out” screen you have the option of renewing books online. To renew books online, check the box next to each book you wish to renew and then click the Renew Selected button. (If you wish to renew all books listed, simply click the Renew All button.) Once you have completed renewing books, a new due date for each renewed book should appear in the “Status” column. PLEASE NOTE: Certain items (books borrowed from other libraries through PASCAL Delivers or interlibrary loan, audio-visual items) may not be renewed.

Managing Fines and Fees

If you have any unpaid library fines or fees, a link reflecting this will appear in your patron record (for example, “$x.xx in unpaid fines and bills”). You may click on this link for a more detailed view of the fines and/or fees.

Activating and Viewing Your Reading History

The Library Catalog provides the option of setting up the Library Catalog to automatically maintain for you a running history of items that you have checked out. You will have to activate this feature if you wish to take advantage of it. To active your reading history, log in to your personal account and click the My Reading History button. On the next screen click the Opt In button. This will activate your checkout history. You have the option of canceling this feature at any time by clicking the Opt Out button. Once your reading history is activated, you may view this information at any time by logging in to your personal library account and clicking the My Reading History button. (NOTE: This information is not made available to others. It is only viewable by logging into your personal account.

Saving Preferred Searches

The McCain Library Catalog provides a feature called “Preferred Searches& which allows you to save a particular search for later use. To save preferred searches, first, log in to your personal library account. Next, click the Start Over link at the top of the page and perform your choice of search (keyword, author, title, subject, advanced search, etc.). When your results are displayed, click the Save as Preferred Search button. The next time that you log in to your personal library account, you can click the Preferred Searches button to see a list of your saved searches. You have the option to be automatically alerted of new materials added to the library collection which match your searches.

Logging Out

Remember to LOG OUT when you are finished. Click the Log Out link at the top of the screen when you are finished viewing your patron information and/or renewing items.

Odyssey Online Learning (OOL) Resources

Odyssey Online Learning is committed to helping your student succeed! We have a variety of support systems in place. Below, you will find links to several of the many resources we provide to our students and parents. Can't find what you're looking for? No problem! We are happy to assist you. Please feel free to give us a call at (803) 735-9110 or visit the Team Directory page for a full staff directory.

Peer Interaction and Community

Peer interaction is very important at Odyssey Online Learning. Many students get to know peers and others in their community who they would never have met through other means. This can broaden their social circle, horizons and opportunities for work and education after high school is over.Students also interact in tutoring sessions and live classes on a regular basis, and they have discussions and group projects where they can get to know one another. Class forums and blogs are available as well, giving students further options for interaction in an environment that is less formal and where they may feel more comfortable expressing their opinions.

School Clubs and Organizations

Students at Odyssey Online Learning can get involved in clubs and organizations that plan events, offer activities, take field trips and complete projects that allow for increased interest and exploration. Odyssey Online Learning students make an annual yearbook, and students are encouraged to get involved with sports, dance, music, volunteering and other activities they enjoy. OOL Student Life Page to learn more!

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Events and Field Trips

Throughout each school year, Odyssey Online Learning organizes events and field trips so students can extend their learning and interact with one another and the community around them. OOL Student Life Page to learn more!

School Culture

Odyssey Online Learning is a community made up of families and educators who are focused on seeing students succeed. We believe the 21st century requires a good background in mathematics and science, and that a student who has that foundation can be successful. With a well-rounded education, a student who is inspired can go a long way, and that student will be well prepared for what life will offer after high school. By developing a unique and supportive community, Odyssey Online Learning can help students see a higher level of success. Can’t find the information you’re looking for? Odyssey Online Learning now - we’ll be happy to help you.

School Report Card

Odyssey Online Learning's Most Recent School Report CardOdyssey Online Learning's 2023-2024 School Report Card can be found by using the link here: OOL 2023-2024 School Report CardOdyssey Online Learning's School Report Card can be found using the link below. Step 3: Enter School Year you wish to view, Type (High), District (4801: Charter Institute at Erskine) and Location (Odyssey Online Learning).

Parent Resources and Communication

By the time your student reaches middle and high school, nobody has to tell you that parenting is indeed the hardest job in the world. Through the good times and the challenges, you’re always there for your child - and you’ve probably felt like you were on your own more than once.Parenting can be tough - especially in a traditional school environment. At Odyssey Online Learning parents regularly tell us that enrolling their students here was the best decision they’ve ever made. Communication is Key What parent hasn’t experienced the frustration of feeling like they were in the dark about their student’s education? In traditional school settings, the teachers and administration are often stretched beyond their capacity to manage so many students - and interaction with parents is often minimal.Not so at Odyssey Online Learning! Here, our approach to education is based on clear communication. We know that when parents are involved and informed, students achieve greater success.Communication is the core of parent involvement at OOL. We want you to know what’s going on with your student and how learning is progressing. You’ll have access to your student’s courses so you can see what we’re learning each week.You’ll also get a unique login for our Parent Portal, allowing you to stay abreast of your student’s grades, attendance, and progress. If your student is struggling, you’ll be one of the first to know - rather than finding out when it’s too late. Even better, when your student is succeeding, you’ll know that, too - and we hope you’ll join us in celebrating that progress.

Student Engagement Specialists and Guidance Staff

Each student at Odyssey Online Learning is assigned a Student Engagement Specialist - and you’ll get to know that Student Engagement Specialist as well. By touching base on a regular basis, you’ll be assured that your student is making progress, staying on track and getting the attention needed for successful course completion.In addition to your student’s Student Engagement Specialist, you’ll want to get to know our guidance staff. Traditional schools have school counselors on-staff to help students prepare for college, technical school or the workforce after high school - and we provide that sort of guidance for our students as well. Plus, our guidance staff can help your student get involved with extracurricular activities for a well-rounded school experience. At Odyssey Online Learning, You're Never Alone We think you’ll find the learning environment here is far less stressful, overwhelming and confusing than any school experience your family has had until now. The support and encouragement we have aren’t just for your student - it’s for you as well.If you have questions about our school or would like to take the next steps toward enrolling your student, please contact us.

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Erskine College Account and SOAR

An Erskine Microsoft 365 account is your key to everything Erskine has to offer! SOAR stands for Summer Orientation and Registration. SOAR is designed for Erskine’s incoming freshman and transfer students. During this mandatory one-day summer experience, you get to meet those in your incoming class, learn more about Erskine College, and ask questions of our knowledgeable staff. You must register for a SOAR before completing the next steps! Aug.

Financial Aid

In order to recieve federal student aid, grants, and loans, all students must complete the Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) each school year. Erskine federal school code is 003432. If you plan to take any Federal Student Loans, all first-time Direct Loan borrowers must complete the loan counseling and master promissory note.

Housing and Meal Plans

In the housing application you’ll list your preferred residence halls, roommate(s), or information to help our Residence Life staff place you with a roommate. Visit our Residence Life & Housing page for information on our staff and residence halls. First-year residential students can choose between two meal plans with different combinations of dining hall meals and declining balance.

Other Important Forms and Registrations

The advising information form provides our registrar with your intended major, interests, strengths, and weaknesses. We’ll use this information to assist you in preparing a schedule for the fall semester. All students must complete a Student Emergency Form each year, which includes emergency contact information and health insurance info. If you plan to bring a car to campus, whether you’re a commuting or residential student, you’ll need to register it! In order to move on to campus in August, you must have a payment plan in place before you arrive! If you’d like a parent, guardian, or other person to be able to view or pay your student bill, you must add them as an external payer in CashNet.

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