FINAL
El Camino College
Office of the President
Minutes of the College Council Meeting of February 14, 2005
Present: Dr. Caldwell, Ms. Caldwell, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Gomez, Mr. Middleton, Ms. Pickens, Dr. Simon,
Ms. Smith, Dr. Schwartz, and Ms. Stewart.
1. Enrollment is at 90% of spring 2004. We gained 2700 students last spring during the add period.
We are hoping to do as well as this year.
2. Payment of Enrollment Fees are not required immediately. This procedure was started in the past
when we were hurting for FTES and needed to maintain enrollment. It was decided that we would
like to continue this procedure. There is approximately $300K due from 1999. It was reported that
bills had gone out recently to all persons owing at least $5.
3. Attendance Rosters not being turned in is costing us approximately 100 FTES. Some faculty
reported not getting their rosters.
4. ASO Winter Retreat was a great success for students. Presentations were given by Steven Rhodes
and Margaret Quionones of the Board of Governors. The Spring Kick off rally will be Tuesday,
February 22nd. There will be live music and ASO stickers for sale. Students are focusing on
Legislation this semester and Ann Garten has scheduled meetings with students and Legislators.
Students are also planning a multi-cultural event, Legislative dinner, and talent show. The March
in March will be March 15th in Sacramento.
5. The parking lot was at full capacity at 9:00 a.m. this morning. We have placed a student drop off
zone in front of the Administration building for a trial period.
6. California Community College Job Fair on January 22nd had a good turn out. We recruited 34
certificated and 3 management positions.
7. AB 1825 – Mandatory Harassment Training must be provided to all supervisory/management
employees by January 1, 2006. This training must be provided within the first six months of
assuming a supervisory position and be refreshed every two years.
8. Our Vocational Education programs have been selected for agency level review.
9. The Inglewood Center has moved across the street on the second floor of the One-Stop location.
There were 11 classes offered in addition to not for credit community education classes. Free
literacy classes will be available on line.
10. NAFSA has recognized El Camino College for our efforts to internationalize our curriculum. The
focus is on exchange grants in different countries and virtual classrooms in Spain and Lebanon.
11. High School principals will be here on campus on February 23rd. It was reported that this will be
an information and concern sharing meeting. Hopefully these meetings will occur monthly.
12. Cherry Blossom Festival will be on March 3rd. We will do something special to recognize Dr. Hata
during this ceremony.
13. Health Service Fees are being increased from $10 to $13. This will be on the February 22nd Board
agenda.
14. Procedure-Gifted K-10 Students Concurrent Enrollment Policy was reviewed and approved with
two changes.
15. ECC Calendar 2006-07 any changes or concern will be addressed at the February 22nd College
Council meeting.
Agenda for the February 22, 2005 Meeting
1.
Minutes of February 14, 2005
2.
Board Agenda
3.
Team Reports
4.
ECC Calendar 2006-07
5. College Council Operations
6. Policy 4240 – Academic Renewal
7. 4228 – Independent Study
EL CAMINO COLLEGE STRATEGIC PLAN 2004-2007
Vision Statement
El Camino College will be the College of choice for successful student learning, caring student
services and open access. We, the employees, will work together to create an environment that
emphasizes people, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence. Our College will be a leader in
demonstrating accountability to our community.
Mission Statement
The mission of El Camino College is to meet the educational needs of its diverse community and
ensure student success by offering quality, comprehensive educational opportunities.
Statement of Philosophy
Everything El Camino College is or does must be centered on its community, for without the
community, we have no students, no faculty or staff, no reason to exist. It is our community that saw
the need and valued the reason for the creation of El Camino College. Therefore, it is to our
community that we must be responsible and responsive in all matters educational, fiscal and social.
Statement of Values
Our highest value is placed on our students and their educational goals. Interwoven in that value is our
recognition that the faculty and staff of El Camino College are the College’s stability, its source of
strength and its driving force. With this in mind, our five core values are:
People – We strive to balance the needs of our students, employees and community.
Respect – We work in a spirit of cooperation and collaboration.
Integrity – We act ethically and honestly toward our students, colleagues and community.
Diversity – We recognize and appreciate our similarities and differences.
Excellence – We aspire to deliver quality and excellence in all we do.
Guiding Principles
The following guiding principles are used to direct the efforts of the District:
El Camino College must strive for distinction in everything the College does—in the classroom, in
services and in human relations. Respect for our students, our fellow employees, our community and
ourselves, must be our underlying goal.
Cooperation among our many partners is vital for our success—whether they be other schools and
colleges, businesses and industries, or individuals.
Access and opportunity must never be compromised. Our classrooms are open to everyone who meets
our admission eligibility and our community programs are open to all. This policy is enforced without
discrimination and without regard to gender, ethnicity, personal beliefs, abilities or background.
Strategic Goals 2004-2007
1. Support and constantly improve the quality of our educational offerings.
2. Promote student-centered learning to increase student success.
3. Support innovative practices that enhance the educational experience.
4. Foster a climate that promotes integrity and accountability.
5. Support and develop effective and motivated employees.
6. Improve and enhance internal and external communication.
7. Incorporate flexibility into institutional structure and process.