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End of Semester Prep

The end of the semester is just as important as the start. Use these resources to finish strong and support your students. If you have suggestions for this page, email tledcomms@austincc.edu.

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Intersession

As you prepare for the end of the fall semester and look ahead to spring 2026, please review the updated Fall 2025 Intersession Hours for Educational Technology Support, Computer Centers and Student Technology Distribution, Student Technology Services, and Library Services. These modified schedules begin Monday, December 15, 2025, and continue through Sunday, January 19, 2026.

Even during intersession, many support resources remain available to help you and your students wrap up fall 2025 and prepare for a strong start to spring 2026.

Educational Technology Support

    • Dec. 15-19: In-person and virtual support available from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
    • Dec. 20-Jan. 1: All campus locations and virtual support will be closed for the Winter Break.
    • Jan. 2: All campus locations will be closed to walk-in support. Virtual support will be available from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
    • Jan. 5-9: All campus locations will be closed to walk-in support. Support via phone and TeamDynamix will be available during normal hours.
    • Jan. 12-16: In-person and virtual support available from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Virtual support will be available from 5-9 p.m.
    • Jan. 17: All campus locations will be closed to walk-in support. Virtual support will be available from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
    • Jan. 20: All campuses resume in-person and virtual support. (normal hours are listed below)

Phone & email support

As a reminder, the Educational Technology Support team provides a single phone number and email address to request support or training throughout the ACC District. Phone and email support are available:

    • Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (in-person & virtual), 5-9 p.m. (virtual)
    • Saturday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (virtual)
    • Sunday: Closed

For additional support, faculty and staff may continue to request assistance through:

Computer Centers & Student Technology Distribution

    • Dec. 15-19
      • HLC Teaching & Learning Center (1.1311) – technology distribution only
      • Monday: 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
      • Tuesday: 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
      • Wednesday: 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
      • Thursday: 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
      • Friday: 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
    • All other Computer Centers and technology distribution locations will be closed.
  • Dec. 20-Jan. 1: All locations will be closed for the Winter Break.
  • Jan. 2-9
    • HLC Teaching & Learning Center (1.1311) – technology distribution only
      • Monday: 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
      • Tuesday: 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
      • Wednesday: 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
      • Thursday: 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
      • Friday: 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
    • All other Computer Centers and technology distribution locations will be closed.
  • Jan. 12: All Computer Centers and technology distribution locations resume normal hours.

For hours of operation for the Computer Centers & student technology distribution, please visit austincc.edu/sts.

Student Technology Support

The Student Help Desk (including access to Student Technology Services for technical support), will have normal operating hours during intersession. The Student Help Desk will be closed during the College closure for Winter Break, December 22-January 1.

    • Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
    • Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
    • Saturday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
    • Sunday: Closed

For email and phone support from Student Technology Services, please direct students to:

Library Services

ACC Libraries will pause in-person services during intersession but continue to offer robust online support and resources.

Always Available (Even When Libraries Are Closed)

    • 24/7 live chat with a librarian for research and assignment support needs
    • Subject and assignment guides curated by our very own Faculty Librarians
    • A to Z databases that include articles, ebooks, films, and more

Intersession Closure

Dec. 15-Jan. 11

    • All libraries are closed.
    • Bookdrops remain open for returns.
    • Staff will be working behind locked doors; badge access only.

Week Before Spring Classes

Jan. 12–16
All libraries are open to support spring preparation:

Date Hours
Monday, Jan. 12 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan. 13 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 14 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Thursday, Jan. 15 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 16 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

 

End of Semester Tips

R.B. typing on laptopThe end of the semester is just as important as the start. Below are some tips and resources to help you end on a good note.

1. Breathe! You’re almost done!

2. Create a way to treat yourself for when you’re done.

3. Before starting on your tasks, set up your desk/work area, make yourself a cup of tea/coffee, or anything that helps you focus and get you ready to go!

4. Write a final farewell email to your students. You can add a summary of the course or share some final resources.

5. Create folders to archive your course materials like syllabus, assignments, etc. Upload them to a Google Drive folder to keep them safe and accessible from different devices.

Submitting Grades

MyACC Instructions

  • Go to MyACC for Faculty to enter your final grades.
  • Scroll to “Course Management” and then click on “Grade Submission.”
  • Ensure you’re on the current semester and then choose the class you’re submitting grades for.
  • Under “View,” click the drop down menu and choose “Grading.”

Grade Submission Information

  • View grade submission deadlines for the current term.
  • MyACC is available 24/7 except during routine maintenance: Fridays 5 p.m. to Saturdays 9 a.m.
  • The grade entry system closes at 5 p.m. on the final grade deadline each semester.

Return Checked‑Out Equipment

If you borrowed technology, such as a webcam, iPad or headset, please return it at the end of the semester.

  • Equipment is checked out through the Office of Academic Technology.
  • Return items to any Teaching & Learning Center (TLC)—you don’t have to return to the same campus.

Update Your Website

If you maintain a Google Site or other course website, take a moment to refresh it for the end of the term.

  • Review course information, contact details and resources for accuracy.
  • Add a farewell or next‑steps message for your students.
  • Need help? Reach out to an Educational Technologist for support.

Review Your Course Evaluation Results

Reflect on your teaching and plan improvements by reviewing your course evaluation results.

Faculty Events Calendar

Use the interactive Faculty Events Calendar to stay current with professional development opportunities, important dates, and training resources.

  • Browse upcoming workshops and professional development sessions.
  • Track important college dates and deadlines.
  • Access self-paced and archived training resources.

You can filter the calendar by topic and overlay events with your Google Calendar. Bookmark tled.austincc.edu/calendar for quick access.

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