San Mateo, CA – For the second straight year, San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD) will distribute 5,000 free SamTrans Way2Go passes to high-need students at Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College this fall. This initiative aims to alleviate transportation barriers for our community’s low-income learners and ensure they can pursue their studies.  

This significant program is made possible through the generous support of a 2024 City/County Association of Governments (C/CAG) Lifeline Transportation Program Cycle 7 Grant, totaling $730,000. The grant provided 10,000 passes over two years, with half distributed during the 2024-25 academic year, and the other half to be distributed in the upcoming 2025-26 academic year. The grant was supplemented with a $109,000 match from the San Mateo County Community Colleges Foundation and a $36,000 match from SamTrans.  

“Our commitment to supporting our students extends well beyond the classroom, and we know that free college coupled with reliable transportation is key to their success,” said Melissa Moreno, J.D., Chancellor of SMCCCD. “Thanks to C/CAG, SamTrans, and our Foundation, we are making a collective impact—one that eases access to the only public institution of higher education in our County.”  

“This collaboration with SMCCCD and C/CAG provides an economic lifeline to low-income students, giving them access to reliable transportation and the opportunity to pursue their educational goals,” said SamTrans Deputy General Manager/CEO David Santoro. “We are proud to be a part of this initiative and are seeing the positive impact it can have on our community.”  

The Way2Go passes are distributed through college SparkPoint centers, which offer low-income people resources for meeting their basic needs and increasing their income. Students who demonstrate high financial need on a SparkPoint application will get free, unlimited travel on SamTrans buses seven days a week.  Distribution of passes begins after the start of the fall semester on August 13. 

“This grant is a fantastic opportunity for our students,” said Megan Barber Allende, Executive Director of the San Mateo County Community Colleges Foundation. “By alleviating transportation costs, we are helping our students focus on their studies and achieve their academic goals.”  

Media Contact: David McLain, Community & Government Relations, SMCCCD, (650) 730-8049 or mclaind@smccd.edu  

About San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD) 
SMCCCD operates three colleges, Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College, that provide community college educational services to the residents of San Mateo County. The District’s three colleges serve over 30,000 students annually and offer the first two years of college-level instruction in various transfer and career-technical programs. The District is governed by a six-member Board of Trustees, with five voting members elected by voters from designated areas of the County and one nonvoting student member elected by students.  For more information, see: smccd.edu  

About SamTrans  
The San Mateo County Transit District operates 74 routes and two on-demand service areas. Funded in part by a half-cent sales tax, the district also provides administrative support for Caltrain and the San Mateo County Transportation Authority. SamTrans has provided bus service to San Mateo County customers since 1976.    

About City/County Association of Governments (C/CAG)  
The City/County Association of Governments (C/CAG) is a regional agency dedicated to coordinating local transportation, land use, and environmental planning efforts. The Lifeline Transportation Program provides critical funding to improve transportation access for low-income communities.  

About San Mateo County Community Colleges Foundation  
The San Mateo County Community Colleges Foundation supports the San Mateo County Community College District by raising funds to provide scholarships, grants, and resources to enhance educational opportunities and foster student success. 

Skyline College, Cañada College and College of San Mateo stand out among hundreds of other educational institutions in the Golden State, positioned in the top three in the Bay Area. 

San Mateo, CA – Researchers revealed that San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD)’s Skyline College, Cañada College and College of San Mateo are among the top ten higher learning institutions for providing the best return on investment in California. In fact, Skyline College in San Bruno topped rankings by The College Futures Foundation and the HEA Group, a research and consulting agency focused on college access, value, and economic mobility. Together, they published Golden Returns: A Regional Look at the Return on Investment (ROI) of California’s Community and Career Colleges.   

Using a Price-to-Earnings Premium metric, the analysis assessed how quickly students recoup their educational costs, based on net price and median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Their statewide analysis examined the ROI of 327 community colleges and certificate-granting institutions.   

Skyline College, Cañada College and College of San Mateo hold the top three spots among 26 Bay Area institutions.  

Chancellor Melissa Moreno, J.D., said: “We’re proud to be a driver of economic mobility for our students and the community. A key approach is our Free College initiative: a 5-year pilot program to allocate funds that provide qualifying San Mateo County residents free tuition, books, and supplies.”  

SMCCCD’s Free College program has driven a 24% increase in enrollment over the first two years of the program. Learn more about Free College: smccd.edu/freecollege. 

Media Contact: David McLain, Executive Director, Community & Government Relations, SMCCCD (650) 730-8049 or mclaind@smccd.edu      

About San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD): SMCCCD operates three colleges, Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College, that provide community college educational services to the residents of San Mateo County. The District’s colleges serve over 30,000 students annually and offer the first two years of college-level instruction in various transfer and career-technical programs. The District is governed by a six-member Board of Trustees, with five voting members elected by voters from designated areas of the County and one nonvoting student member elected by students.  Learn more at: https://smccd.edu   

The five-part plan aligns internal operations with educational goals across College of San Mateo, Skyline College, and Cañada College.

San Mateo, California – In alignment with the San Mateo County Community College District’s (SMCCCD) establishment of a Performance Audit Unit, staff presented a draft of the District’s first-ever Internal Control Plan (ICP) to its Board of Trustees on July 30, 2025. The ICP is now available for public review on the District’s website, along with a feedback form for community input, before it will be considered for formal Board adoption at a public meeting later this calendar year.

“This plan represents a significant step forward in how leadership will manage and serve across the District,” said SMCCCD Chancellor Melissa Moreno, J.D. “By aligning our internal operations with national standards and tailoring them to our local needs, we are reinforcing our commitment to accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement, all in service of our students, faculty, and the communities we support.”

The framework for this new plan is designed to align the District’s internal processes with its strategic objectives: ensuring efficient and effective operations, producing reliable internal and external reporting, and maintaining compliance with applicable laws and regulations. To help meet these objectives, the plan borrows concepts from the U.S. Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government, commonly known as the “Green Book”. It is structured around the five key components for clear internal communications: Control Environment, Risk Assessment, Control Activities, Information & Communication, and Monitoring. Each element includes underlying principles that are tailored to the specific needs of SMCCCD. 

Each component includes core principles that support campus-level governance, management, and centralized services. The ICP aims to establish a common reference point for all three colleges, helping District leadership achieve shared operational objectives effectively and consistently. Ultimately, the ICP promotes transparency and builds trust with both internal stakeholders and the broader San Mateo County community. 

Chancellor Moreno added in the written report: “This draft ICP incorporates best practices adapted from leading public and private educational institutions. It is the district’s intent that this Plan serves as a living document, regularly reviewed and updated to meet the evolving needs of our district and the communities we serve.”

Media Contact: David McLain, Community & Government Relations, SMCCCD, (650) 730-8049 or mclaind@smccd.edu. 

About San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD): SMCCCD operates three colleges, Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College, that provide community college educational services to the residents of San Mateo County. The District’s colleges serve over 30,000 students annually and offer the first two years of college-level instruction in various transfer and career-technical programs. The District is governed by a six-member Board of Trustees, with five voting members elected by voters from designated areas of the County and one nonvoting student member elected by students. For more information, see: https://smccd.edu/. 

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San Mateo, CA – As enrollment rises, the San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD) has effectively prevented the disbursement of federal financial aid to fraudulent applicants across its institutions in recent years.

Since 2020, SMCCCD has been proactively addressing the surge in fake applications—often referred to as “ghost” registrations—designed to obtain financial aid illegally. Thanks to early detection and prevention efforts, the district has stayed ahead of this trend, which escalated during the pandemic and reached unprecedented levels. In 2024 alone, 80% of all applications received by SMCCCD were identified as fraudulent.

Despite this, the district reports a nominal loss of less than one-twentieth of one percent (<0.04%) between 2020 and 2023. Since 2023, no federal financial aid has been disbursed to fraudulent applicants. These outcomes reflect SMCCCD’s commitment to maintaining a fair and transparent admissions process.

Students apply to California Community Colleges through the statewide CCCApply platform. At SMCCCD, applicants must also appear in person to complete registration, a critical step that has enabled staff to detect and block fraudulent activity. The district is now implementing additional identity verification tools with enhanced detection capabilities to strengthen its defenses further. This could reduce the burden, particularly for online students, who are required to come in person for verification. 

Chancellor Melissa Moreno, J.D., emphasized the importance of these efforts, “The unprecedented influx of fraudulent applications poses a significant challenge to our mission of providing accessible education. At SMCCCD, we implemented a simple analog solution to a sophisticated and ever-evolving online fraud network—and it has worked. We remain committed to protecting the integrity of our admissions process and ensuring that financial aid reaches the students who need it most.”

While combating fraud, SMCCCD has also seen steady enrollment growth, largely due to the implementation of SB 893, a California bill that allows the district to offer free community college to local residents. This pilot program, in effect through July 1, 2028, enables the use of local funds to reduce or eliminate tuition and fees.

By combining efforts to expand access, streamline enrollment, and prevent fraud, SMCCCD and its three colleges—Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College—continue to reduce financial barriers and support educational advancement in the community.

Media Contact:  Alexandra Céspedes Kent, (510) 413-8445, alexandra@volersa.com  

About San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD): SMCCCD operates three colleges, Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College, that provide community college educational services to the residents of San Mateo County. The District’s colleges serve over 30,000 students annually and offer the first two years of college-level instruction in various transfer and career-technical programs. The District is governed by a six-member Board of Trustees, with five voting members elected by voters from designated areas of the County and one nonvoting student member elected by students.  Learn more at: https://smccd.edu 

   

Transformative higher education leader to begin role July 1, 2025. 

Following a national search, San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD) Chancellor Melissa Moreno has announced that she will recommend Dr. Nathan Carter to the Board of Trustees as the next President of Skyline College. The Board of Trustees will take formal action on Dr. Carter’s appointment at their meeting on April 30, 2025.   

“We are delighted to welcome Dr. Carter to lead Skyline College,” said Chancellor Moreno. “He is a transformational leader and team builder who has demonstrated a deep commitment to underserved student communities. He leads with intellectual humility with a primary focus on innovative, equitable, and inclusive student experiences to engender success and completion. Skyline College is on track to reach new heights of excellence under Dr. Carter’s leadership and his uncompromised collaborative and collegial approach.”   

Dr. Carter brings 20 years of professional experience in higher education, including faculty positions at CSU San Bernardino and Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA). He currently serves as the Chief Institutional Effectiveness and Inclusion Officer at NOVA, the second-largest community college in the nation.   

“I am humbled to have been selected to serve as the next president of Skyline College,” said Dr. Carter. “I am excited to begin this journey working alongside students, staff, faculty, and the regional community to advance Skyline’s powerful mission. By working together, we will cultivate an inclusive and high-achieving environment that expands equitable access to education—empowering all students, particularly those from underserved local communities, to pursue greater social and economic opportunity.”

A proud product of the California community college system, Dr. Carter began his academic journey at Sacramento City College. From there, he transferred to the University of the Pacific, earning a bachelor’s degree in communication studies. He earned a master’s degree in communication studies from CSU Northridge and a doctorate in intercultural communication and rhetoric from Howard University in Washington, DC.  

Dr. Carter is a graduate of the prestigious American Council on Education (ACE) Fellows Program and exemplifies servant leadership by contributing his expertise to various local, state, and national boards dedicated to student success and community college excellence.  

Dr. Carter will start his new position on July 1, 2025. His selection is subject to the approval of a written contract, whose terms will be available for public review before the April 30 board meeting. 

Media Contact: David McLain, Community & Government Relations, SMCCCD, (650) 730-8049 or mclaind@smccd.edu.   

About San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD): SMCCCD operates three colleges, Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College, that provide community college educational services to the residents of San Mateo County. The District’s colleges serve over 32,000 students annually and offer the first two years of college-level instruction in various transfer and career-technical programs. The District is governed by a six-member Board of Trustees, with five voting members elected by voters from designated areas of the County and one nonvoting student member elected by students. 

About Skyline College: Skyline College is an accredited, comprehensive California community college serving more than 15,000 students annually, offering 100 Associate Degree and Certificate programs as well as a Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Care. Located on a 111-acre campus overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Skyline College has offered world-class educational opportunities to residents from North San Mateo County and beyond for over 50 years. Part of the San Mateo Community College District, Skyline College strives to inspire a global and diverse community of learners to achieve intellectual, cultural, social, economic, and personal fulfillment.

The District remains committed to advocating for systems and policies that ensure equitable access to community college education for all students. 

San Mateo, CA – As anticipated, the White House released an Executive Order (Improving Education Outcomes by Empowering Parents, States, and Communities), which instructs the Secretary of Education to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education and return authority to the states.  

Returning authority to the states has the effect of dismantling a centralized education system which will likely allow states to create their own academic framework and funding priorities. Our present system of American higher education, built on academic rigor and institutional autonomy, will be reshaped by state-level policy and politics, potentially limiting research, faculty independence, and student opportunities, and weakening our nation’s global standing in education. 

San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD) remains committed to advocating for systems and policies that ensure equitable access to community college education for all students.  

“While this Executive Order raises questions about the future of federal support for higher education, we must remain steadfast in advocating for all students,” says Melissa Moreno, Chancellor of SMCCCD. “As we understand it, properly dismantling the Department of Education, and its funding for student loans for example, would require a 60-vote majority in the U.S. Senate, and we are not there yet.” 

It is worth noting that SMCCCD’s FY 2024-25 Adopted Budget anticipated receiving approximately $5.9 million (excluding direct student financial aid) from federal funds, which represents 8.25% of the revenue budget for the District’s Restricted General and Special Revenue Funds. While any potential funding loss could present some challenges, the reduction of federal funding would not hinder the District’s ability to operate and serve students, which is primarily supported by the District’s Unrestricted General Fund and is non-reliant on federal funds.  

SMCCCD’s leadership will continue to work with our local elected officials, federal partners, and statewide alliances, including the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office, to stay abreast of ongoing changes at the federal level. SMCCCD will regularly update the community as more information is made available. 

Media Contact: David McLain, Community & Government Relations, SMCCCD, (650) 730-8049 or mclaind@smccd.edu.   

About San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD): SMCCCD operates three colleges, Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College, that provide community college educational services to the residents of San Mateo County. The District’s colleges serve over 30,000 students annually and offer the first two years of college-level instruction in various transfer and career-technical programs. The District is governed by a six-member Board of Trustees, with five voting members elected by voters from designated areas of the County and one nonvoting student member elected by students. 

Rotating Venues are Part of the District’s Efforts to Foster Community Engagement and Collaboration. 

San Mateo, CA – The San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD) will hold its board meeting on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 6 p.m. in the Jefferson Unified School District Boardroom in Daly City, CA. Following the successful model of the October 23, 2024, meeting held in East Palo Alto, the meeting location was chosen to further enhance engagement with residents of North San Mateo County. Community members can attend either in person or virtually to learn about SMCCCD’s enhanced educational pathways and opportunities available for local residents. 

Mike Guingona, SMCCCD Board President, stated: “Holding our board meeting here in Daly City will further our campus relationship with the local communities and bring college-going opportunities closer to the Daly City communities and beyond.” 

At the meeting, Skyline College Acting President Dr. Newin Orante will present on the college’s community partnerships, focusing on the educational opportunities offered through various innovative programs such as Dual Enrollment and the Promise Scholars Program. “We are honored to showcase our leadership in these initiatives which not only reflect our history of impact but also illuminate our vision for a brighter future in education for all students.” 

Additionally, Daly City Mayor Dr. Rod Daus-Magbual will provide a brief State of the City address to inform the Board of Trustees about the needs of the community. “Skyline College has provided generations of young people in Daly City and throughout North San Mateo County with the opportunity to discover their purpose, transform themselves, and realize their potential,” Mayor Daus-Magbual said. “It is because of this impact that Daly City is proud to partner with and support Skyline College.” 

SMCCCD invites all interested community members, families, community groups, and prospective students to attend this important meeting to learn more about the District’s initiatives and partnerships. 

For more information about the meeting, including virtual attendance options and the meeting agenda, please visit smccd.edu.   

Media Contact: David McLain, Community & Government Relations, SMCCCD, (650) 730-8049 or mclaind@smccd.edu.   

About San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD): SMCCCD operates three colleges, Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College, that provide community college educational services to the residents of San Mateo County. The District’s colleges serve over 30,000 students annually and offer the first two years of college-level instruction in various transfer and career-technical programs. The District is governed by a six-member Board of Trustees, with five voting members elected by voters from designated areas of the County and one nonvoting student member elected by students. For more information, see smccd.edu.  

Committee concludes that bond proceeds have been spent in compliance with the law. 

San Mateo, CA – At the January 29^th Board of Trustees meeting, the Measure H Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) presented its 2023-24 Annual Report to inform the community about how taxpayer-supported bond funds were spent over the past year by the San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD). Former CBOC Chairperson Anne Campbell presented the report to the SMCCCD Board of Trustees outlining that the oversight committee determined that Measure H bond proceeds have been appropriately spent during the year. She said the district’s annual Measure H financial and performance audits found that the district is in compliance with California law. 

“On behalf of the district, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to the Measure H Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee for their unwavering commitment to holding us accountable with an emphasis on transparency. During this year of review, our District teams participated in every meeting to present and provide answers to all of the committee’s questions. This annual report reflects their dedication to safeguarding the best interests of our students, employees, and community,” said SMCCCD Chancellor Melissa Moreno. 

Completed projects funded by Measure H range from classroom renovations and upgraded infrastructure for utilities and technology to roof replacement and project development for the installation of photovoltaic arrays for electricity generation. The new Math, Science & Technology Building 23 at Cañada College and the rehabilitation of the Center for Emerging Technology Building 19 at College of San Mateo were recently completed using Measure H funds. 

The CBOC meets quarterly to review the use of Measure H funds and monitor progress. The committee is made up of community representatives appointed by the district’s Board of Trustees. 

The current members of the oversight committee are Christopher Robell of Redwood City, taxpayers’ association representative; Bart Pantoja of Foster City, business community representative; John Hoffman of San Carlos, senior citizens’ organization representative; Maxine Terner of San Mateo, community member representative; Edward Evans of San Mateo, community member representative; and Eloisa Briones of San Bruno, community member representative. Member bios can be viewed on the Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee member webpage. 

Community members interested in learning more about the Measure H Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee can visit the committee webpage, attend committee meetings in person or through Zoom, or consider applying to join the committee.

Media Contact: David McLain, Community & Government Relations, SMCCCD, (650) 730-8049 or mclaind@smccd.edu 

About San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD): SMCCCD operates three colleges, Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College, that provide community college educational services to the residents of San Mateo County. The District’s colleges serve over 30,000 students annually and offer the first two years of college-level instruction in various transfer and career-technical programs. The District is governed by a six-member Board of Trustees, with five voting members elected by voters from designated areas of the County and one nonvoting student member elected by students. For more information, see: smccd.edu    

San Mateo, CA  – Chancellor Melissa Moreno today released a statement addressing a board-approved strategy to explore ways to tackle the San Mateo County Community College District’s (SMCCCD) long-term fiscal needs, including significant investments in campus infrastructure and maintenance over the next decade. The Chancellor plans to periodically release statements to the community as part of a new communications plan, in the spirit of fostering greater communication, transparency, and accountability. 

“As Chancellor, I am committed to ensuring that SMCCCD remains a beacon of opportunity for all residents of San Mateo County,” said Chancellor Moreno. “This enhanced communications plan represents our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our students, the district, and the community with improved oversight and transparency.” 

The key elements of the Chancellor’s first statement about a long-term fiscal planning strategy include: 

• Identification of Long-Term Fiscal Needs: $595 million in long-term capital improvement needs and $223 million in scheduled maintenance requirements over the next ten years. 

• Enhanced Transparency and Accountability: The SMCCCD has established an internal performance audit unit and is adopting rigorous internal controls, becoming the first California community college district to adhere to federal “Green Book” standards. 

• Exploring All Funding Options: The District is actively exploring a range of funding options, prioritizing private financing over public options. 

“Public financing will only be considered as a last resort and after thorough exploration of all alternatives,” emphasized Chancellor Moreno. “If such a step becomes necessary, we are committed to a transparent process with extensive community involvement.” 

The District’s Chancellor will continue to provide regular updates to the community on its fiscal planning progress.  Read Chancellor Moreno’s complete statement.

Media Contact: David McLain, Community & Government Relations, SMCCCD, (650) 730-8049 or mclaind@smccd.edu  

About San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD): SMCCCD operates three colleges, Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College, that provide community college educational services to the residents of San Mateo County. The District’s colleges serve over 30,000 students annually and offer the first two years of college-level instruction in various transfer and career-technical programs. The District is governed by a six-member Board of Trustees, with five voting members elected by voters from designated areas of the County and one nonvoting student member elected by students. For more information, see: smccd.edu   

District honors SB 893 authors for their impact on improving access to higher education. 

San Mateo, CA – Enrollment continues to grow at San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD), with a 24% increase linked to the implementation of the District’s Free Community College initiative, a 5-year pilot program allowing San Mateo County Community College District to pay for San Mateo County residents’ total cost of education (including tuition, books, supplies, and living expenses) or to reduce fees.  

“Free College has changed the life trajectory for thousands of families in our county,” said SMCCCD Board President John Pimentel. “With Free College, enrollment is up 24% countywide – three times the statewide average.  Enrollment from East Palo Alto is up 32%. Over half of our students using Free College are the first generation in their families to attend college. Free College is an efficient investment to enable equitable economic opportunity.” 

Senator Josh Becker (13th CA Senate District) introduced SB 893, co-authored by former State Assembly member and current U.S. Congressman Kevin Mullin and State Assemblymember Marc Berman, in January 2022. The bill was signed into law by Governor Newsom on October 31, 2022. Since it took effect on January 1, 2023, SB 893 has benefited more than 26,650 members of the San Mateo County community.   

In recognition of the authors of SB 893 and the empowering impact this legislation has had on the community of San Mateo County, the SMCCCD Board of Trustees presented a resolution to Senator Becker, Congressman Mullin, and Assemblymember Berman last week as a token of gratitude for their exemplary service and dedication to higher education, honoring them as “Free College Champions.”  

“We celebrate Josh Becker’s leadership authoring SB 893 which enabled Free College in San Mateo County.  We also appreciate Marc Berman and Kevin Mullin whose efforts were critical in SB 893’s passage.  San Mateo County is blessed to have this ‘Dream Team’ of legislators who enabled SMCCCD to make Free College happen,” said Pimentel. 

Most students benefiting from the Free College support at SMCCCD came from historically marginalized communities in San Mateo County, with more than 41% of students in the Assessment Year 2023-2024 identifying as Hispanic/Latino/a/x, 10% as Filipino/a/x, and another 2.2% as Black/African American.  

Additionally, most of the students (53%) who benefited from Free College support were the first in their family to attend college.  

“The success of Free College emphasizes the significant imperative to invest in our students and remove the financial obstacles to higher education,” notes SMCCCD Chancellor Melissa Moreno. “Our efforts to make Free College permanent will serve generations of students, ensuring their future in San Mateo County.” 

Media Contact: David McLain, Executive Director, Community & Government Relations, SMCCCD (650) 730-8049 or mclaind@smccd.edu    

About San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD): SMCCCD operates three colleges, Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College, that provide community college educational services to the residents of San Mateo County. The District’s colleges serve over 30,000 students annually and offer the first two years of college-level instruction in various transfer and career-technical programs. The District is governed by a six-member Board of Trustees, with five voting members elected by voters from designated areas of the County and one nonvoting student member elected by students.  Learn more at: https://smccd.edu/