Shoreline Community College

This strategic plan outlines key goals for student success and academic excellence through high-quality, innovative programs and addressing achievement gaps. It emphasizes comprehensive student support services for equitable access and guidance, alongside strengthening organizational culture, inclusivity, and operational efficiency. The plan also focuses on providing accessible facilities and technology, building robust community connections and partnerships, and ensuring long-term fiscal stability and effective enrollment management.

The board meeting agenda included an executive session, tenure considerations for faculty candidates, and the adoption of a resolution authorizing indemnification. Reports were presented regarding accreditation activities, finance and budget updates, and enrollment and strategic planning. Constituent reports were delivered by representatives from classified staff, the Associated Student Government, the faculty union, and the faculty senate. Additionally, a proposal regarding the Parent Education program was reviewed, and a study session was conducted concerning the fiscal year operating budget and enrollment trends.

The meeting included discussions on the faculty union agreement, the opening of the new Bracken building, and the Washington academic team honors. Concerns were raised regarding federal budget cuts affecting student support programs and the potential elimination of the lead business and data analyst position. Additionally, there were reports on accreditation activities, including a transition to new 2027 standards, instructional program inventory cleanup, and policy reviews, alongside a presentation on the institutional statement of net position.

The agenda for the special meeting included a segment for public communication, where individuals were provided an opportunity to present comments in person or via Zoom. Additionally, the Board convened an executive session pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(g) before proceeding to adjourn.

The board convened a special session to address public communication and subsequently entered into an executive session to discuss matters pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(g).