Task force moves toward rationing access to community colleges
After years of funding cuts, the open-door system must change and prioritize, the panel suggests, starting with a 22-point reform plan.
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 Saddleback Community College students play chess on the Mission Viejo campus. A state task force has proposed a sweeping set of reforms to the overwhelmed community college system. (Allen J. Schaben, Los Angeles Times / October 27, 2011) |
Jasmine Delgado is one of the lucky ones. With advice from an older sister, the Santa Monica College student developed a plan that has helped her enroll in the classes she needs to transfer next year to a four-year university.
But many California community college students lack the motivation, guidance and resources to reach that goal. So, for the past year, a statewide task force has been studying ways to help them get there.
The panel held its first town hall meeting this week at the L.A. Area Chamber of Commerce, attracting a packed audience of educators, community members and students who were given an overview and the chance to comment on draft recommendations that will be presented to the California
But many California community college students lack the motivation, guidance and resources to reach that goal. So, for the past year, a statewide task force has been studying ways to help them get there.
The panel held its first town hall meeting this week at the L.A. Area Chamber of Commerce, attracting a packed audience of educators, community members and students who were given an overview and the chance to comment on draft recommendations that will be presented to the California
