Horry-Georgetown Technical College is committed to student success and retention. The purpose of the Early Alert System is to provide faculty and staff members with an opportunity to supply early feedback on a student's academic behavior and progress so that the student has the best chance of success. When a faculty member chooses to refer a student through the Early Alert System, the Department of Student Services at Horry-Georgetown Technical College will ensure that student receives the support services that he or she needs to develop a plan of support and/or correction. It is important for the faculty and staff members to be cognizant that the timeliness of the referral and the amount of information provided enhances the chance that this system will help a student achieve academic success.