Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from David Barnes’s organization
Oct 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Reedley College Curriculum Committee Minutes
The committee reviewed and approved various curriculum changes across multiple departments. Key actions included the approval of new courses and distance education addenda for CELA, modifications to courses and degree programs in Automotive Technology, and the deletion of two Associate in Science for Transfer degrees. The committee also addressed new business items, including course modifications, reactivations, and distance education addenda for English, Spanish, and Automotive Technology programs. Additionally, the committee considered a request for an emergency curriculum cycle for an English course to support a grant-funded project and reviewed proposed changes for Mathematics courses.
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The meeting included an open forum discussing issues with campus tram service for students with disabilities and concerns regarding hostile environments in committee meetings. Executive officers provided reports covering topics such as legislative updates on baccalaureate degrees, counseling representation structures, accreditation findings, and contract negotiations. Additionally, the senate conducted business regarding the election of a nominee for the District Equal Employment Opportunity Advisory Committee, voted to deny a professional learning administrative regulation, and approved an Academic Freedom and Due Process resolution. New business included feedback requests for administrative regulations on credit for prior learning and prerequisites.
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.
Sep 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Academic Senate Regular Meeting
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.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
