FAIRFIELD, Calif. July 29, 2015 — The Solano Community College District today delivered a response to 2014-15 Solano County civil grand jury reports, detailing how ballot language and management of Bond Measure Q, approved in 2012, fulfills voter expectations in terms of accountability, transparency and purpose of expenditures.

In its response, the Solano Community College District’s Board of Trustees “strongly disagrees” with the findings in the civil grand jury reports and has refuted the civil grand jury findings with incontrovertible evidence. For example, Proposition 39 does not require master plans, only that the ballot language describe how bond monies will be spent. The District maintains that the bond language clearly described the type and nature of projects for Measure Q. Furthermore, although not required, the District does note that master plans were in fact available to the public before the election. The response also describes how the District has consistently and regularly interacted with committee members by sharing information, conducting trainings and providing administrative support — all in accordance with the State of California’s Education Code.

The sequence of events leading up the decision to place Measure Q on the ballot was deliberate, open to the public and in compliance with Proposition 39. The civil grand jury itself had to acknowledge that it found no evidence of criminal misconduct by the District.

“We’re thankful for the opportunity to clear the record through the civil grand jury process,” said Interim District Superintendent Stan Arterberry. “This adds another layer of transparency for Solano County voters, who deserve to know the full story behind Bond Measure Q, and how it is achieving the objectives clearly laid out before the election.”

The response highlights that ongoing projects funded by Measure Q are consistent with the promise in the ballot language to improve the district’s ability to serve students and maintain a solid footing for future growth. These projects include the Vacaville Biotechnology & Science Technology Engineering and Math project will house one of only 15 four-year degree programs offered by community colleges in California. Other projects will house a revamped automotive program that will train students in green automobile technology repair and the Fairfield Veteran’s Center, expanding access by students, military, disabled veterans to affordable education.

“The district welcomes the civil grand jury’s scrutiny, but in this case the facts speak for themselves, and the central fact is that the Solano Community College District is clearly implementing the will of Solano County voters,” said A. Marie Young, President of the Solano Community College District Board of Trustees. “Looking ahead, Measure Q is making exciting improvements that will give students of all types an edge in the 21st Century job market by transforming their lives for success.”

Are you ready to launch your next step in college or career? These short term summer offerings are designed to help you brush up and develop skills that will provide you with the foundations for success in your next successful educational or job-related journey!

Math 305 – Prepare for Math Success (.5 Unit)
This course will help new math students interpret their assessment test scores and evaluate their current level of mathematical knowledge. Throughout the course, students will review topics from math courses previously complete, and improve math study skills.

Outcomes – Students will:
• Identify and critique current math study skill habits.
• Identify at least one new valuable math study skill and implement its use while reviewing math content in preparation for their first math course at Solano.

Main Campus – June 22-25; 9-10:50 AM (CRN 60405) – Instructor: Genele Rhoades
Vallejo Center – July 6-9; 6-7:50 PM (CRN 60406) – Instructor: Genele Rhoades
Fairfield Suisun Adult School – Aug. 3-6; 3-4:50 PM (CRN 60407) – Instructor: Barbara Villatoro

Business 100 – Work Readiness (1.5 Units) – Instructor Adrienne Cary
This course covers the process of assessing the job market and completing a resume and application. Topics include how to be successful on the job and to gain satisfaction and rewards from work. The skills needed in the workplace are emphasized along with the social and communication skills, personal characteristics and habits, and expectations of the employer.
Outcomes – Students will:
• Identify the role and responsibilities of the working professional
• Develop and prepare a resume and letter of application; develop interview skills
• Demonstrate effective communication techniques
• Identify traits of an ethical employee
• Develop and use proper telephone techniques
• Establish effective time management techniques
Main Campus – July 27-30 and Aug 3-6; 6PM-8:50 PM (CRN 60408)
Fairfield Suisun Adult School – July 27-30 and Aug 3-6; 9AM- 11:50 PM (CRN 60410)
Vallejo Center – July 27-30 and Aug 3-6; 1PM-3:50 PM (CRN 60409)

Business 181 – Business Math (1 Unit ) – Instructors: Lavonne Slator
This course requires students to apply essential mathematical skills necessary for success in business. Includes a review of fractions, decimals, percent, ratios, the percentage formula, and general business applications, The course also reviews advanced business applications such as interest, discount, markup, payroll, pricing policies, cash and trade discounts, and financial statements. This is a self-paced, programmed learning class.
Outcomes – Students will:
• Analyze basic formulas and apply the principles to percentage and interest problems.
• Develop basic mathematical skills.
• Comprehend how to apply basic mathematical principles to common business problems.

Vallejo Center – June 15-19, June 22-25, June 29-July 2; 9AM-12:15PM (CRN 60412)
Fairfield Suisun Adult School –June 15-19, June 22-25 and June 29-July 2; 5PM -8:15 PM (CRN 60413)

CIS 060 Introduction to the Internet (1.5 Units)
This course is designed to prepare students to use the Internet, a worldwide computer network. Emphasis is on introducing features of the Internet, including electronic mail, the World Wide Web, Gopher, FTP (file transfer protocol), Telnet, and Usenet, as well as other Internet services and utilities. Students will explore hands-on the vast resources of the Internet, learn to access information using a variety of methods, and will construct a simple web page. Emphasis will be placed on hands-on projects, student presentations, and class exercises.
Outcomes – Students will:
• Describe the hardware and software requirements needed to connect to the Internet.
• Understand Internet addresses and on-line routing.
• Demonstrate an awareness of Internet etiquette by applying “Netiquette” principles.
• Connect to the Internet and send, receive, store, and forward mail including file attachments using both FTP mail and a commercial e-mail package.
• Locate a file at a remote site, and using ftp (file transfer protocol), transfer that file to a local computer.
• Use Telnet to access a variety of host computers and display directory and file information of the host.
• Locate and subscribe to a listserv.
Vacaville Center (Annex) – July 13-July 23; 9:00 AM – 11:50 AM (CRN 60414) – Instructor: K. Callison
Fairfield Suisun Adult School – July 13-July 23; 3-5:50 PM (CRN 60415) – K. Callison

Solano Community College (SCC) will be hosting a Super Saturday for all incoming college students on May 16th. Students will receive Orientation, Assessment and Counseling Services. In addition, Admissions, Class Registration and Financial Aid staff will be on hand to assist students. The event begins at 9am and is taking place at SCC’s Main Campus, 4000 Suisun Valley Road, Fairfield. This is for all incoming Solano Community College students that want to register for summer and fall classes. Lunch will be provided, so parents and educators please encourage your student to attend!

Here is a video of the drafting student who won Best In Show for the project he entered in the California State Fair.  This is a competition with colleges state wide.  The student’s name is Justin Duhow.

Watch the Video Here!

Please view the first streaming publication of our SCC Graduation Commencement Ceremony 2014.

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Fairfield, CA, December 4, 2013:  Solano Community College (SCC) Governing Board approved the motion for the Wednesday, December 18, 2013, Board meeting to be designated as the annual organizational meeting of the Governing Board. The organizational meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m., in the Solano Community College Administration Building located at 360 Campus Lane, Ste. 201 (First floor, West Lobby), Fairfield.

The annual organizational meeting will be held to conduct the following business:

• Elect a President, Vice President, and appoint a Secretary for 2013-2014;
• Establish the dates, times, and locations of the future Governing Board meetings;
  • Tentative Board Meeting dates: 1/15, 2/5, 2/19, 3/5, 3/19, 4/2, 5/7, 5/21, 6/4, 6/18, 7/16, 8/6, 8/20, 9/3, 9/17, 10/1, 10/15, 11/5, 11/19, 12/3, 12/17.
• Select a representative to the Solano County School Boards Association.

The public is welcome and encouraged to attend. For additional information regarding SCC’s Governing Board, please contact Judy Spencer, Chief of Staff, Superintendent-President’s Office, at judy.spencer@solano.edu or 707.864.7000, ext. 7112.

Fairfield, CA, December 4, 2013:  Solano Community College (SCC) Governing Board approved with full support the College’s request to submit a letter of interest to the State Bar of California to be considered one of 20 community colleges to participate in an innovative diversity outreach initiative: Community College Pathway to Law School.  Participation in this initiative will provide eligible SCC students interested in law with an opportunity to be granted guaranteed admission or given priority enrollment to a minimum of four top accredited law schools in California.

The Community College Pathway to Law School program would provide a clear pathway from community college to law school.  Support for the students, including mentoring and pre-law counseling, will be included in order to provide students with the best possible chance for success.  The initiative requires the completion of courses that are based on a defined set of success factors that help make effective lawyers.

“Participation in this initiative is a phenomenal opportunity for the College.  Our students interested in law will be afforded a chance to receive high priority into top law schools in California — we are essentially embarking on a Transfer Agreement Guarantee (TAG) with law schools,” commented Dr. Jowel Laguerre, SCC Superintendent-President.

Presently, the State of California is a majority-minority state with approximately 60 percent of its population made up of persons from racial-ethnic minority groups, however, the California State Bar is made up of approximately 20 percent racial-ethnic minority lawyers.  Diversity in the legal and judicial system is a priority for public trust and confidence.

For additional information, please contact Professor Joel Powell at joel.powell@solano.edu or 707.864.7000, ext. 4303.

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FAIRFIELD, CA, OCTOBER 15, 2013:

Solano Community College (SCC) will proudly host this year’s Solano County Math Steeplechase, a county-wide math competition for high school students presented by the Math Educators of Solano County (MESC.) This is the second year SCC will host the Steeplechase. The advantages of the College hosting the event include: increased awareness to high school students of the local College opportunities and collaboration between the high school and College math instructors. The competition will take place on Thursday, October 17, 2013, from 9:30am to 12:30pm.

The purpose of the Steeplechase is to promote problem solving and an enjoyment of math. Teams of four students compete in a problem solving course of twelve stations, solving challenging problems in a collaborative effort. Currently, Dixon, Vacaville, Fairfield, Armijo, Will C. Wood, and Buckingham Charter High Schools are confirmed to participate in this year’s competition. All Steeplechase participants will receive a patch and trophies will be awarded to the top three teams in both junior varsity and varsity divisions.

For additional information about the Math Steeplechase competition, please contact Genele Rhoads, at genele.rhoads@solano.edu or 707.864.7000, ext. 4365.