Dear SDCCE Community,
On Wednesday, April 3rd, we successfully kicked off the California Community Colleges Institutional Effectiveness Partnership Initiative (IEPI) at SDCCE! We welcomed the IEPI Partnership Resource Team to our historic Educational Cultural Complex and hosted a full day of information gathering sessions with our administration, faculty, and classified professionals. This partnership will allow us to advance in areas of institutional effectiveness, professional development and communications. The inaugural IEPI site visit offered an engaging opportunity for the visiting team and employees to come together and collaborate as we move forward together into the future of noncredit education for our adult learners. Our partnership will bring many positive outcomes for our college, state system and all IEPI participating colleges. Thank you to all involved who offered a warm welcome to our state IEPI team. This is just the beginning, stay tuned for upcoming IEPI initiatives.
Enrollment Updates
SDCCE’s overall enrollment for spring stands at 30,463 (5% greater than this time last year, and a 1.8% increase from last week). SDCCE’s overall headcount is currently 16,019, an increase of 6% compared to last spring (15,119) and a 1.4% increase compared to the previous week (15,793). FTEF scheduled for the spring semester is 3% greater than last spring (191.34 to 185.11). View the enrollment report.
Summer session assets have been designed to promote our summer classes, please share with your constituents. Be sure to review SDCCE's Registration Calendar Spring 2024 – Summer 2025. The 2024 summer schedule will go live April 15th and summer enrollment opens May 13th for students.
The San Diego College of Continuing Education Foundation is generously providing complimentary tickets to the production of "Stew", a theatrical experience by Zora Howard and Yolanda Marie Franklin. The event is presented by the Common Ground Theatre from April 5th to April 21st at the Educational Cultural Complex. As part of our commitment to fostering community engagement, we are pleased to offer complimentary tickets to the first 20 employees or students who register. Secure your seats by emailing your name and your desired show to Aleia De La Caudra at adelacuadra@sdccd.edu.
Happening this Friday on April 12th, join us for an inspiring session with the author EbonyJanice, as we dive deep into her latest book, All The Black Girls Are Activists. This event is not just a book discussion; it's an empowerment session designed for women who are ready to challenge the hustle culture and embrace a life of radical liberation and personal wholeness. The first 50 individuals to register for the webinar will receive a free copy of All The Black Girls Are Activists.
️Date: Friday, April 12, 2024 Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Hybrid: Showing at Mid-City in Room 206 and Virtual Webinar Register for the session with All The Black Girls Are Activists author, EbonyJanice
SDCCE's Safety Week will be held from April 15th through April 19th. You can now register for the following information sessions:
Student Injury and Illness Report, HIPPA and Anthem Insurance Forms and Process Monday, April 15 |1:00PM-2:00PM Zoom, register for the Student Injury and Illness Report, HIPPA and Anthem Insurance Forms and Process to receive a zoom link
Cardiac Awareness and AED Introduction Course, Tuesday, April 16 | 1:00PM-2:00PM, Cesar Chavez Campus Room 205
Cardiac Awareness and AED Introduction Course, Wednesday, April 17 | 12:00PM-1:00PM, CE Mesa Campus Multipurpose Room 118/120
Cardiac Awareness and AED Introduction Course, Thursday, April 18 | 1:00PM-2:00PM, Mid-City Campus Room 117
Safety Workshop Presented by SDCCD Police Department, Friday, April 19 | 1:00PM-2:00PM, Mid-City Campus Room 117 or Zoom
All the hard work is paying off for Rosa Rodriguez, a single mother in San Diego who, for far too long, was barely making ends meet. Thanks to San Diego College of Continuing Education, Rodriguez now has the skills that have been critical to thrive while working with the San Diego County Probation Department. Read Rosa's story in the SDCCE News Room.
Celebrating Success! We are happy to congratulate all the wonderful graduates of the Employee Training Institute, Hospitality Program at SDCCE. Each graduate has shown commitment and passion for the hospitality industry. A special shoutout to our amazing partners, Partnership For A Better San Diego and San Diego Labor Council for their invaluable support.
SDCCE will join forces with the SDCCD and the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office in celebration of Black Student Success Week from April 22nd through April 26th. All the programs below will be held at Mid-City Campus in Room 203 and virtually via Zoom unless otherwise noted.
SDCCE's Black Student Succeess Week Schedule
Monday, 04/22, 4- 5:30 p.m.
Haitian Student Experience: A Journey of 2000 Miles: This workshop sheds light on the recent events leading to the significant migration of Haitians and their subsequent integration into the community through education. This workshop not only educates participants about the factors driving mass migration but also celebrates the resilience and contributions of Haitian immigrants into the fabric of our college and beyond.
Tuesday, 04/23, 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Career Transitions- A Black Perspective: The Opportunities Revealed Workshop for Black students at the San Diego College of Continuing Education is a dynamic and empowering program designed to support Black students' unique career aspirations and hidden opportunities to expedite goal achievement. This workshop offers a comprehensive suite of resources, including personalized career coaching, networking opportunities with successful Black professionals, and workshops on resume writing, interview skills, and leveraging social media for job searches.
Wednesday, 04/24, 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Let's Talk About Mental Health-Racial Battle Fatigue: Racial Battle Fatigue is a concept that originated in the field of psychology and is often used to describe the cumulative effects of experiencing racism and discrimination over time. It highlights the toll that systemic racism and microaggressions can have on an individual's mental and emotional well-being. Learn the mental health effects/identifiers and steps on how to prioritize your mental well-being if you are experiencing Racial Battle Fatigue.
Thursday, 04/25, 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Becoming Your Own Self-Validation: Professor Starla Lewis and her daughter ISHE embark on a transformative journey, sharing wisdom and personal insights on cultivating self-love and confidence. Drawing from a rich tapestry of experiences and academic knowledge, Professor Lewis, an esteemed scholar and motivational speaker, and ISHE, a dynamic educator and advocate for personal growth, unpacks the layers of societal expectations and self-imposed limitations. Through interactive sessions, they guide participants towards embracing their intrinsic worth, encouraging them to find validation from within rather than seeking approval from external sources. This program offers practical tools for self-affirmation and fosters a supportive community where individuals are inspired to recognize and celebrate their unique identities. The first 20 students to register will receive a copy of Starla's book.
California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office Event Schedule:
The Black Hour: A series of daily webinars hosted from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
The After Party: A series of daily small group discussion forums held from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
The BlackOut: A virtual advocacy day event held on April 27, 2023
Webinar registration is open now, register here. For your convenience, all the state-wide Watch Parties will be held at Mid-City Campus in room 214.
Diana Vera-Alba, ESL Assistant Program Chair and OTAN Subject Matter Expert wrote an article: Hybrid, Hyflex, and Online Live Learning Modalities, which critically informs the public on various modes of instructional delivery that have increased our students' digital literacy skills and provided thousands of adult students the opportunity to attend classes in flexible modalities. Great work Professor Diana!
For SDCCE professional development opportunities visit the professional development web page for upcoming workshops.
Only 10 spaces remain for an upcoming professional learning and development opportunity for SDCCE employees, which will take place virtually on April 17th, from 1:30 – 3:30 pm. The workshop, “Linguistic Bias and Linguistic Justice Awareness”, will provide awareness around linguistic biases and linguistic racism. Due to the limited space, please confirm you are able to attend the entirety of the workshop before registering. Register for the Linguistic Bias and Linguistic Justice Awareness workshop.
All are welcome to attend the 10th Annual San Diego City College Open House April 18th. There will be a College of Continuing Education to City Transition Session at 10:00 am. Please share this information with your students!
Join the SDCCD for Pre-Pride Month Featuring April LGBTQIA+ Districtwide Events beginning this week!
In March, SDCCE’s College & Career Transitions was actively engaged in hosting a series of workshops as part of the district-wide Career Fest. Workshops included Handshake, AI for Resumes, and Rock your LinkedIn Profile. Our collaboration with the career centers at City, Mesa, and Miramar colleges culminated with over 150 students from SDCCE participated in this event alongside other students from our sister colleges, offering them a valuable opportunity to interact with recruiters representing more than 100 employers eager to hire. Watch a video on the SDCCD career fair. Congrats Dr. Franklin Garrett and team for a great student turnout!
SDCCE DSPS students from the Social Skills class attended "Leading the Charge - Collaborating for Effective Services'' as self-advocates to help inform support systems, families, and agencies about self-determination and what kind of services people with disabilities need in our region. DSPS student Peter Salgado continues to serve on the statewide board of Project Safe, a statewide group that helps people with disabilities with emergency preparedness. Way to go DSPS and Peter!
SDCCE’s CalWORKs department participated in the SDCCD Counselors Conference that was held on March 1st at Mesa College. Noora Al Saegh M.S, CalWORKs Counselor provided a presentation Introducing the SDCCE CalWORKs Counseling Services.
SDCCE ESL and CNA student Vanessa Munguia shared her story of immigrating from Mexico to the US to become an RN again and is featured in American Community College Daily, read here.
A reminder that all requests of the Communications Department must be approved by a dean or vice president and requires submission of a request form. You can find the Project Request Form link on the Faculty and Staff Resources Page of our website. Allow ten working days for a request to be completed. If a request needs immediate attention, please complete the form and contact the Public Information Officer.
President's Updates
I enjoyed attending the American Association of Community Colleges annual national conference in Louisville. I am honored to serve on the Economic and Workforce Development Commission with many talented leaders across the nation doing good work to advance our students and communities through workforce initiatives. We spent several hours of intentional time addressing the pressing items for community colleges regarding workforce and economic mobility. Our focus areas ranged from Al, skilled trades, noncredit to credit pathways, dual enrollment pathways and much more.
I spoke alongside Mesa College President Dr. Ashanti Hands at the SDCAAWCC Black Women In Community Let's Uplift One Another, & Celebrate Together Sisters' Circle event on April 3rd.
I am pleased to share all of our former college pages on LinkedIn have merged into one school/higher education account. Please connect and follow San Diego College of Continuing Education.
The Research Corner
This week we invite you to check the California Adult Education Program (CAEP) Promising Practices Research Project presentation. This research project selected seven regional consortia and 12 local programs to identify how are these CAEP programs supporting adult learners, and understanding the factors influencing program behavior. The report may be found on the following link. Take a minute to review this resource and email jsalcedo001@sdccd.edu if you have any questions.
President's Office Hours
President's Office Hours are back! Individual zoom meetings will be 20 minutes and are available on a first come first serve basis. If you would like to schedule a virtual appointment with me, please email sdccepresident@sdccd.edu for detailed information.
Best,
