California Community Colleges

The California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office will be closed on Wednesday, December 25 for the Christmas holiday and Wednesday, January 1 for New Year's Day. From our family to yours, we wish you a wonderful holiday season. May your days be merry and bright!

It’s #ShortFilmsDay! We invite you to explore a career in film, interactive design, digital media and more! Find a California community college near you that offers exciting programs, career education, financial aid, guaranteed transfer to a four-year university and more! Enroll for the next term today at https://lnkd.in/gSnEcVfU. #ICanGoToCollege #CalCommunityColleges

Happy Winter Solstice! Enroll for the next term at your local community college at ICanGoToCollege.com! The California Community Colleges is the largest system of higher education in the nation, composed of 73 districts and 116 colleges serving 2.1 million students per year. Our mission is to provide students with the knowledge and background necessary to compete in today’s economy. California community colleges provide career education and workforce training; associate and bachelor’s degree attainment; certificate program pathways; guaranteed transfer to four-year universities; dual enrollment. As the state’s engine for social and economic mobility, the California Community Colleges supports Vision 2030, a strategic plan designed to serve our students, our communities and our planet. Find a college near you at icangotocollege.com! #Vision2030 #ICanGoToCollege #Winter2024

Dual enrollment offers high school students the opportunity to take classes to earn credit toward their college degree or certificate. It’s not too late for high school students to take dual enrollment classes offered at their local community college this Spring! Interested high school students should visit the ICanGoToCollege.com website to get connected with the community college of their choice where they can then select the college website and search listings of available classes. Visit ICanGoToCollege.com to learn more! #ICanGoToCollege #DualEnrollment

Students can benefit from their previous experiences when attending a #CalCommunityCollege. To accommodate the realities of the working world, the #CalCommunityColleges provide #CreditForPriorLearning to students who have gained skills and knowledge outside the classroom. Credit for prior learning gives students a jumpstart on completing their degree and entering the workforce, with some students saving an average of 6 to 10 months. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/ghh4XcQH. #ICanGoToCollege #CreditForPriorLearning

Read this week’s #VisionInAction newsletter: https://bit.ly/41M50Pu Top California Community Colleges Content from 2024: * Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) Training and Resources * Anti-Racist Curriculum: Implicit Bias and Cultural Competency * Equity-Centered Counseling Playlist Top Professional Training Titles for the Public Sector: * A Seat at the Table: Talking about Artificial Intelligence * Talking about Pronouns: A Seat at the Table * Talking about Disability: A Seat at the Table Featured Events: * Mark Your Calendars and Register Now: 2025 Systemwide Webinars * Register Now: 2025 Fiscal & Policy Webinar Series * Save the Date: 7th Annual California Community Colleges LGBTQ+ Summit, April 15 -16, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., virtual & more resources! #ProfessionalDevelopment

Save the date! Wednesday, January 15, 2025 12:00 p.m. PT Join us for an informative webinar designed to help immigrants, advocates and allies understand essential rights and protections under U.S. immigration law. This session will cover: * Your Rights During Encounters with Immigration Officers * What to Do in Case of Detention or Deportation * How to Prepare a Family Safety Plan * Accessing Legal and Community Support Resources Presented by experienced immigration attorneys from the Immigrant Legal Resource Center, this webinar provides practical tips to navigate challenging situations and stay informed about your legal options. There will also be a live Q&A session to address your questions. *This webinar will be recorded and registration in encouraged to receive the recording. Register today at ilrc.me/jan15webinar. #CalCommunityColleges #ICanGoToCollege California Community Colleges Foundation for California Community Colleges The California State University California Department of Social Services

Get the money you need to pay for the education you deserve! Money shouldn’t stand in the way of your educational goals. Community colleges give you a wide range of financial aid options to help pay for your education. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to apply for financial aid year-round. No matter your financial situation, it's always free to apply and it opens the door to most types of financial aid: https://lnkd.in/guiFtXTe. Undocumented students can receive aid by submitting a California Dream Act Application (CADAA). Undocumented students will not need to submit a FAFSA, and should instead complete a California Dream Act Application to apply for free financial aid to help pay for your community college education: https://lnkd.in/guiFtXTe. #ICanGoToCollege #FinancialAid #FAFSA #CADAA

MEDIA RELEASE: California Community Colleges Board of Governors Adopts Groundbreaking Regulation to Expand Free Textbooks and Instructional Materials. New regulations approved by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors will require colleges to dramatically expand the availability of free, open-source textbooks and instructional materials for students, beginning on the first day of class. Read: https://bit.ly/4gEWBS3. #CalCommunityColleges #BOG #Textbooks

"This is a big deal, and people need to know about it," said Governor Gavin Newsom about California's newly approved state process for Ability to Benefit (#ATB) that enables adults without high school diplomas to access federal financial aid and enroll in California Community Colleges. #CaliforniaGovernor #CaliforniaEducation #FinancialAid #CalCommunityColleges #CareerEducation See the Governor's full remarks previewing the CA Master Plan for Career Education at https://lnkd.in/gEB3Zdhy