Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Jan Espinoza’s organization
Oct 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Academic Senate Meeting Minutes
The meetings covered a wide range of academic and professional matters, including the review and revision of numerous Academic Policies (APs) such as those concerning academic freedom, course repetition, dismissal, readmission, and remedial coursework. Discussions focused on establishing Senate goals, revising the VVC Senate Handbook, and defining a decision-making framework. The Senate and Curriculum Committee addressed the implementation of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, the development of an AI curriculum policy, and proposed restructuring of committee representation. Significant time was dedicated to course numbering system updates, course approvals, and the impacts of new regulatory actions on distance education.
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Victor Valley Community College District Board of Trustees Board Meeting
The board meeting included a report from a closed session regarding potential litigation, with no action taken. Public comments addressed concerns about Title IX complaint procedures for dual-enrollment minors, dissatisfaction with proposed changes to counselor extra-duty compensation, and a critique of the district's financial transparency and budgeting practices. Additionally, a board trustee provided a statement regarding allegations against their leadership, and an update was presented on goal three concerning the advancement of equity and student success through initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for African-American students.
Oct 7, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
College Council Minutes
The College Council meeting covered operational updates regarding course designations for Open Educational Resources, Zero Textbook Cost, and Low Textbook Cost initiatives. Discussions included the new application process for external professional development funding and the adoption of updated policies for travel procedures and purchasing guidelines, specifically regarding prepayments. Committee reports were provided covering areas such as budget, campus safety, and distance education. The meeting also featured recognitions for outstanding campus personnel and successful student engagement events.
The Academic Senate Executive Board discussed legislative impacts on California Community Colleges, including new laws related to student services and procurement. Key discussion topics included establishing a senate CPL committee, reviewing institutional effectiveness committee membership, and updating Senate goals and the handbook. The board addressed curriculum review processes, specifically feedback on SLOs, and evaluated proposed changes to administrative procedures, including AP 4250 regarding academic and progress notice. The board also reviewed committee reports from AEMC, DEAC, and others, focusing on student success, equity-minded classroom practices, and textbook cost thresholds.
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