Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Anna Morales’s organization
Oct 7, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
State Center Community College District Board of Trustees Special Meeting
The meeting addressed participatory governance and collegial consultation within the district. A public comment segment featured concerns regarding the functioning of shared governance and the status of academic senate recommendations. The primary presentation, titled 'Collegiality in Action,' focused on defining the legal frameworks governing participatory governance, specifically referencing the Education Code, Assembly Bill 1725, and Title 5 regulations. The discussion emphasized the distinction between participatory and shared governance, the necessity for collegial consultation, and the role of local boards in maintaining control over educational matters. Several scenarios were also reviewed to illustrate proper governance procedures and common challenges.
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The Academic Senate meeting included a land acknowledgement, reports from executive officers, and communications from various committees. Key discussion topics included the implementation and funding plan for career technical education, updates on AI oversight and student privacy legislation, Guided Pathways success team planning, and union negotiations regarding compensation and autonomy. The Senate also addressed the creation of a repository for department policies, procedures for professional learning, and the approval of Latin Honors degree designations. Additionally, the Senate discussed the SCCCD EEO Plan, Academic Freedom and Dual Enrollment resolutions, and a letter response for the Board of Trustees.
Sep 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
College Council Meeting Minutes
The council discussed program review submittals and updates to the Curriculum Handbook, including new section instructions and compliance updates. Athletics updates were provided, noting new staff hires and fall sport status. Human Resources presented ongoing staffing requests and position approval timelines. The council engaged in a path forward discussion regarding mediation and participatory governance. New business included the presentation of the Program Review Handbook Third Edition. Various constituent review progress updates were shared regarding Guided Pathways, the Outcomes Assessment Handbook, and the College Council COA. The Participatory Governance Handbook was approved. Reports were given on administrative planning, equity, and guided pathways committees, along with updates from associated student government, faculty and classified senates, and CSEA negotiations.
Sep 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
College Council Meeting Summary
The council discussed the potential expansion of the Ag Innovation project, noting interest in industry partnerships and the possibility of leasing land to reduce costs. Additionally, members reviewed the RC Fund 12 burn rate, with a commitment to provide a detailed categorical cost breakdown in the future. The council also deliberated on the potential establishment of an Applied Baccalaureate program, emphasizing the necessity of foundational groundwork and utilizing Fresno City College's implementation as a model.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
