Laura Alvarado

The Board discussed planning for an end-of-year event, the naming of a new student space, senator recruitment, and future event planning including Grad Fest and regional summit training. The Board addressed various financial and operational items, including approving funds for photo booth rentals, graduation decorations, legislative reception travel, graduation stoles, board member orientation, renewal of the Symplicity Advocate system, support for a degree deficit, and food for Grad Fest. Additionally, the Board tabled discussions on a constitution amendment regarding remote meetings and the activation of new clubs.

The committee reviewed the Spring 2026 enrollment status, noting that enrollment exceeds original targets, necessitating a shift toward managing current levels within Chancellor's Office limits. Discussions centered on revising Strategic Enrollment Management goals to align with the Student-Centered Funding Formula, specifically addressing legal constraints regarding noncredit courses and developing effective Career Technical Education strategies. The committee also focused on finalizing the Enrollment Management plan to ensure measurable outcomes and assigned accountability, and noted the submission of the CALGETC Certificate of Achievement to the curriculum committee.

This document details the 'Creative Confidence' project, an initiative led by Barstow Community College and funded by Growing Inland Achievement, focused on building and supporting innovation, creativity, and confidence in Inland Empire youth. Key areas include the development of a diagnostic tool to measure creative confidence, providing immersive learning experiences, and promoting college and career readiness. The initiative aims to equip students with critical thinking, problem-solving, and entrepreneurial mindsets, fostering their ability to create value for themselves and their communities.

This Strategic Plan outlines a collaborative process to align fiscal, physical, human, and technological resources to enhance student learning, achievement, and community needs. The plan is driven by inquiry and facilitated dialogue to make informed decisions and achieve continuous quality improvement. Key strategic priorities include innovating for equitable student success, fostering a culture of learning and innovation, building community, and achieving sustainable excellence in all operations.

This document outlines the 2024-2025 Mental Health Allocations Plan for Barstow College, detailing fiscal reporting and a comprehensive approach to student mental health services. Key strategic areas include implementing campus-based trainings for early identification, intervention, and stigma reduction; fostering partnerships with local behavioral health departments and community-based organizations; providing culturally competent mental health services to address racial disparities; and delivering general program services such as counseling, telehealth, and crisis support. The plan aims to expand capacity, address staffing barriers, and enhance accessibility through initiatives like daily wellness hours and drop-in crisis appointments.