Saturday, February 1, 2025
Dear Colleagues,
Welcome to the Spring 2025 semester! As we embark on this new semester, I am immensely proud of the culture we have cultivated at Coast—one that keeps our students at the heart of our work. Your dedication to fostering inclusion, belonging, and student success is evident in everything you do, and I deeply appreciate your commitment to living our shared values.
This semester begins with exciting celebrations as we honor Black History Month and Lunar New Year, providing opportunities for both reflection and joy. To explore the full lineup of events, please visit OCC's Center for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander and Umoja websites.
I also want to acknowledge the questions many of you have raised regarding the impact of recent Presidential Executive Orders on our students. As a District, we have compiled a list of resources and FAQs to help address these concerns: CCCD FAQs. Please know that we remain steadfast in our commitment to supporting our students and ensuring they feel safe, valued, and empowered. We will continue to share updates as more information becomes available.
I look forward to seeing you on campus in the coming week!
