Dear SDCCE Community,
As we look ahead to the fall semester, we are excited to come together as a college community for our 2026 Fall Convocation on Wednesday, August 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Town & Country Resort. This year's theme, Connected in Purpose, is an opportunity to reconnect, elevate our collective work, and prepare for a successful semester focused on setting our students up for success.
RSVPs have officially closed and we were able to expand seating to accommodate up to 400 attendees! Doors open at 7:30 a.m., with the program beginning promptly at 9:00 a.m. An RSVP is required to receive complimentary parking validation at check-in and exclusive, limited-edition Convocation swag. Carpooling and ride-sharing are strongly encouraged, and all campuses will be closed due to Convocation. Please remind students accordingly.
Additionally, please note that you can still attend department meetings in the afternoon, even if you were unable to register for Convocation.
For additional details and FAQs, please visit the registration page.
Enrollment Updates
Summer Update
SDCCE's overall enrollment for summer stands at 9,297 with a fill rate of 60%. SDCCE's overall headcount is currently 6,633. FTEF scheduled for the summer semester is 15% greater than last summer (80.09 to 91.74). View report.
Fall Update
SDCCE's overall enrollment for fall stands at 18,792 with a fill rate of 60%. SDCCE's overall headcount is currently 10,338, an 8% increase from last week (9,583). FTEF scheduled for the fall semester is 11% greater than last fall (190.46 to 212.15).
Connect with the President
I'm excited to continue offering the opportunity to Walk with the President! If you'd rather take a stroll around the Educational Cultural Complex instead of a Zoom meeting, join me for a refreshing walk as we continue to prioritize wellness. Don't forget to wear comfortable walking shoes!
Individual walks or zoom meetings will be 20 minutes and are available on a first come first-served basis. If you would like to schedule an appointment with me, please email [email protected] for detailed information.
Lastly, you can utilize the anonymous sharing box. Your voice matters, and I look forward to continuing the conversation.
Welcome Week
Welcome Week is approaching, and we're ready to welcome, serve and support our students as they begin the fall semester. Check out the Welcome Week schedule to see what's happening across our campuses and find opportunities to connect with students throughout the week.
- August 24th 10:00 am - 12:00 pm - CE-Miramar - Outside Front Entrance
- August 25th 10:30 am - 12:30 pm AND 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Mid-City - Front Lobby (Resource Fair) Room 117/120 (Enrollment Fair)
- August 26th 10:30 am - 1:00 pm AND 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm - ECC - Hallway Adjacent to the Welcome Center
- August 27th 10:00 am - 12:00 pm AND 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Harbor View - Front Lobby
- August 31st 10:00 am - 12:00 pm - West City - Front Lobby (Resource Fair) Room 208 (Enrollment Workshop)
- September 1st 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm - North City - Lobby
- September 2nd 8:45 am - 10:45 am - CE - Mesa - Room 118/120 (Multipurpose Room) for the Resource Fair and Room 116 for the Enrollment Workshop.
The Tutoring & Learning Center launched its online fall 2026 tutoring enrollment help sessions which runs through September 4th where students will receive assistance in enrolling in the Tutoring course at SDCCE. Please inform students to take advantage of this opportunity.
Please note that enrolled SDCCE students can learn all about our FREE tutoring services, explore the TLCs at ECC, MCC, and Harbor View, AND enroll in a fall tutoring class, all in just 15 minutes!
Session Details
- When: Monday–Thursday, 9 AM to 5 PM; Fridays 8:30 AM - 12 PM (Aug 21st & 24th; September 4th)
- Dates: Now - Sep 4th
- Where: Online via Zoom
- What: Online "walk-in" enrollment support for SDCCE tutoring classes (ABE445)
Our dedicated tutors will be standing by to help summer students self-enroll quickly and easily. *Please note: these sessions are specifically for tutoring course enrollment, not general enrollment or student services.
A.L.I.C.E. Training
Employees are encouraged to register for ALICE (Alert. Lockdown. Inform. Counter. Evacuate.) Training held Thursday, August 20 from 8am to 12pm at West City Campus to build confidence and preparedness through comprehensive active shooter response and safety training. The session includes an instructor-led PowerPoint presentation followed by hands-on drills and real-world scenarios designed to strengthen emergency response skills.
A minimum of 15 participants is required for the training to take place. This training is open to SDCCE employees only.
For questions, please contact Jasmine Duran at [email protected].
Health & Healing Summerfest Returns August 29
SDCCE is proud to be the host site for Project New Village's fifth annual Health & Healing Summerfest on August 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Educational Cultural Complex. This free community event will connect attendees with health resources and traditional pathways to wellness, featuring resource vendors, presentations, movement workshops, music and more. Our very own ceramics program will be participating in the event.
The first 200 registered attendees will receive a complimentary lunch and wellness swag bag with wellness products and resource materials. Advance registration is required.
ECC Theatre Renovation
The ECC Theatre Renovation continues to make progress!
- The construction site is active Monday - Friday, 7am - 3:30pm.
- Check out the demolition of the second level deck on the live stream link: ECC Theatre Renovation.
- The District Team, ECC team, and Measure HH Liaison (Regions 1 & 3) met with HGA and PCL at the ECC Construction Trailer and discussed construction schedule progress, and the completion of the framing in the PIO office.
Visit the project webpage to learn more and stay up to date with the progress via livestream.
Thank you to our Theatre Director, Silvia Nogales, for playing a pivotal role in the theatre renovation and for keeping us informed on its progress. You can now follow the theatre on Facebook and Instagram @Educational Cultural Complex Theatre & Community Room.
Bond Projects Update
The current Measure HH Bond projects for our college continue to make progress. We have also developed a current projects page with updates on each project and the SDCCD Measure HH webpage has further updates.
- The District team, Facilities team, Measure HH Liaison (Regions 1 & 3), and City College Ground Crew Leader met with the DPR team, HGW Team, and GroundLevel team remotely and discussed the layout for the landscaped area, plant and shrub selection. Additionally, they discussed security and access concerns.
- The Facilities team, Measure HH Liaison (Regions 1 & 3), College Police team, and Alarm Technician met with the HGW team, DPR team, H+W Engineering team, and JJJ Enterprises team remotely and discussed layout and security concerns, accessibility and wayfinding, Blue Phone accessibility, and camera location needs.
- The Bond Workforce Program continues with outreach leading sessions for contractors to enroll in our classes.
Safety, Inclusion, and Belonging (SIB) Task Force Updates
We have a dedicated webpage with Know Your Rights Information, District protocols, resources, and more curated by our Safety, Inclusion, and Belonging Task Force.
Please take a moment to review the safety cards for navigating ICE incidents on campus. These resources are designed to guide employees on the steps for reporting.
Faculty Spotlight
This week's Faculty Spotlight shines on our CalWORKs Department Chair, Juan Serrano! With more than 25 years at the college, Juan brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to supporting students, colleagues, and the community.
Before stepping into his current role, Juan spent more than 20 years working in County Juvenile Detention Facilities, overseeing psychoeducational counseling services, managing case management systems serving more than 5,000 youth, and coordinating health, life skills, crisis intervention, and coping support services.
Today, Juan leads and supports the CalWORKs counseling team while collaborating on initiatives that strengthen programs and enhance student services. He also recently completed his two-year term as the CalWORKs Region 10 Representative, advocating for the college and the 10 community colleges throughout the region.
Outside of work, Juan enjoys camping, beach days, mountain biking, traveling, off-roading, and a trip to the mall when the opportunity arises. Most of all, he values time with family and friends and staying connected to the people and experiences that matter most.
Manager Spotlight
Our Manager Spotlight shines on our Director of Administrative Services, Mark Nesbit II! Mark has been part of SDCCE for nine years, bringing a background in public accounting and District Office finance to his work supporting the college.
Mark began his career in public accounting before transitioning to the District Office as an Accounting Specialist. Since joining SDCCE in 2017, he has served as an Accounting Supervisor and now as Director of Administrative Services.
What Mark values most about his role is the opportunity to serve SDCCE students and see how education can help people better their lives. He finds fulfillment in contributing to a college that makes a meaningful difference in the community.
Outside of work, Mark enjoys working out, helping coach his children in sports, and embracing his love of "nerd culture," including Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Marvel/DC. He is also a dedicated 49ers fan.
Announcements and Reminders
- Do you know an employee making a difference at SDCCE? Help us recognize those outstanding contributions by submitting an Employee Spotlight ! Selected spotlights will be featured in future editions of the weekly President's Message and other college communications as we celebrate the people who make SDCCE an exceptional place to learn and work.
- Visit the Administrative Services Intranet to access campus safety resources and stay informed with the latest updates.
- A reminder that all requests of the Communications Department must be approved by a dean or vice president and requires submission of a request form. You can find the Project Request Form link on the Faculty and Staff Resources Page of our website. Allow ten working days for a request to be completed. If a request needs immediate attention, please complete the form and contact the Public Information Officer.
President's Updates
- I was honored to co-present at the Wheelhouse Advancing Leaders Institute (ALI/CEO Institute) alongside President Carla Tweed, Ed.D. ALI brings together talented leaders from across the California Community Colleges who are preparing and aspiring to serve as future CEOs. It was an honor to contribute to a space focused on leadership, growth, reflection, and the responsibility we have to lead our institutions with courage, authenticity, and a deep commitment to student success.
- Last week, the Executive President's Cabinet and President's Cabinet Retreat provided an opportunity to reflect on our progress, discuss our goals and priorities, and identify opportunities to strengthen our collective work. These conversations are important as we continue to align our efforts, support our students and employees, and advance the work of San Diego College of Continuing Education.
The Research Corner
This week, we invite you to read a study "How American Adults Obtain Work Skills: Results of a New National Survey" which found reduced access to formal and informal employer training for low education employees and evidence of racial and ethnic disparities. The article may be found on the following link: https://par.nsf.gov/servlets/purl/10393055. Please take a minute to review this resource and email [email protected] if you have any questions.
Best,
