Mission & Goals

Excellence in teaching and learning is the foundation of our institutions. We recognize our students’ inherent excellence, and cultural capital, and we take responsibility for providing rigorous educational experiences which equip students with the critical thinking, qualitative and quantitative reasoning, technical skills, and social and civic engagement skills to succeed in their academic and professional pursuits.

SDCCD plays a pivotal role in the socioeconomic development of our region. Through strategic partnerships and community engagement, we contribute to the economic vitality and cultural richness of California. At the core of our mission is providing communities experiencing poverty with pathways to economic upward mobility and self-sufficiency.

Our commitment to improvement is a guiding principle of our pursuit of excellence in every aspect of our operations. We create environments where the relentless pursuit of improvement, innovation, excellence, and equity is a shared responsibility. We strive to learn from our experiences and embrace the lessons of failure, the possibility of improvement, and the vital role of every member of our community in identifying and solving challenges.

Our commitment to innovative and culturally responsive teaching, learning, and engagement ensures that all students have the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. We strive to be at the forefront of educational excellence, preparing our students for a rapidly changing world.

We believe that everyone in our district should feel valued and included. Through ongoing dialogue, planning, and action we work to foster a culture of respect, understanding, and shared purpose. We create culturally relevant spaces throughout our district where every member of our diverse communities experiences belonging and inclusion.

We create spaces and opportunities for faculty, classified professionals, administrators, and all employees to grow personally and professionally. We value training and development as investments in improving student outcomes and facilitating career advancement within and beyond our district.

We use our collective voice to create positive change for our communities. We proactively pursue legislation, regulations, policies, and resources to benefit our students, employees, and community stakeholders in access, belonging, persistence, and success in higher education.

We believe in the power of continuous learning and research to drive institutional success and student achievement. By leveraging data in evidence-based, decision making processes, we enhance our educational programs and services, further our commitment to effective advocacy for community needs, and foster an environment where all members can thrive.

We encourage responsibility, trust, collaboration, and inclusivity among all constituencies through participation in college and District decision-making processes. We value informed decisions made by people with diverse and informed perspectives.

We are dedicated to supporting our students’ journeys with a wide range of services tailored to meet their unique needs. From academic advising to personal counseling, we are here to uplift and guide.

We are dedicated to strategically integrating and capitalizing on technological advancements within our teaching, learning, and operations to achieve sustainable growth and innovation. This commitment drives us to adopt innovative tools and solutions to enhance efficiency, quality, productivity, accessibility, and equity to ensure all members of our community benefit from new technologies.

At SDCCD, we open doors to education for all, championing equity and diversity in every aspect of our operations. We believe in creating a welcoming environment where every member of our community can thrive. We understand the histories of exclusion and marginalization which have shaped educational experiences for many communities and embrace our obligation to provide culturally responsive and affirming instruction and services.