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Let's Keep Jerry on the Board

My Santa Clarita roots run deep. I’m a graduate of Hart High, College of the Canyons, and CalArts. I’m a business owner and an experienced educator. I’m passionate about the future of College of the Canyons and would be honored to continue to serve. Thank you for your trust and vote.

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Track Record of Service

I’m currently Vice President of the Board, and the OFFICIAL Teachers’/Employees’ ENDORSED candidate of choice at COC. Delivering successful results, it’s been my honor to serve you. My continued incumbency will ensure continuity and lend transparency moving forward.

Accomplishments

• Expanded Access and Equity: Successfully supported initiatives to expand course offerings and increase resources for ALL students.

• Strengthened Academic Programs: Approved development of a new baccalaureate degree and new certificate programs that align with current job market demands.

• Improved Campus Facilities: Oversaw critical improvements in campus infrastructure, including updated classrooms and state-of-the-art technology, to enhance the learning environment.

• Promoted Student Services: Approved growth of support services crucial to student success.

Vision for the Future

• Innovative Education: Advocate for modernization and technologies to keep our programs relevant and effective.

• Community Partnerships: Strengthen collaborations with local businesses and organizations.

• Selection of new College President: Conduct a robust search to select a new President.

• Diverse and Inclusive Campus: Continue to ensure that every student, faculty, and staff member feels valued and supported.

Endorsements

Unions

 

California School Employees Association (CSEA)

 

California Teachers Association (CTA)

 

College of the Canyons Faculty Association (COCFA)

 

Faculty Association of California Community Colleges (FACCC)

 

Los Angeles County Federation of Labor – AFL-CIO

 

Community Leaders

 

Pilar Schiavo

California Assemblywomen (AD 40)

 

Edel Alonso

President, College of the Canyons Board of Trustees

 

Joan Mac Gregor

Retired, College of the Canyons Board of Trustees

 

Sebastian Cazares

Member, Board of Trustees, College of the Canyons

 

Hestia Sarika

Former Student Trustee, College of the Canyons

 

Kathye Armitage

Director, SCV Water Agency Board

 

Chris Trunkey

Board Member, Saugus Union School Board District

 

Wendy Brill – Wynkoop

President, Faculty Association of California Community Colleges

 

Nicole Faudree

PAC President, Former COCFA President

 

Jason Burgdorfer

COCFA President, Professor Geography and Geology

 

Steve Tannehill

Past president Newhall School Board

Past Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center, COC

 

Melinda Damato

ADC Manager Goodwill

 

Miriam Golbert

Emeritus Professor of Biological & Environmental Sciences at College of the Canyons

 

Victoria Leonard

Emeritus Professor of Communication Studies, College of the Canyons

 

Melanie and Jeff Meyer

Sponsors City of Hope Tea, Soroptimist fashion show, owner of Thrivent Financial Planning Firm

 

Rebecca E. Shepherd

Full time faculty at COC, Member Academic Senate and Policy Committee

 

Kerry Carlson

Retired Classified staff, past CSEA Chapter 725 President

 

Michael Monsour

Classified Staff Member at COC, Chief Steward CSEA Ch. 725

 

Dr. Ana Dwork

Retired Hart Administrator

 

Dilek Sanver-Wang

Professor, College of the Canyons

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