Classes Canceled at 4 p.m. 11/19 Until Monday, Nov. 26 Due to Poor Air Quality

Dear Campus Community,

Over the last few days, we experienced a slight improvement in the local air quality which made us hopeful that today’s air quality would be better.  Earlier this morning, the air quality index appeared more promising, but as we have been monitoring throughout the day, it is clear that the air quality has worsened throughout the Bay Area.  While relief may come if the region receives anticipated precipitation, this isn’t expected until mid-week.

Due to the continued unhealthy air quality and projections that conditions will not significantly improve in the near future, all classes at Cañada College, College of San Mateo and Skyline College that are scheduled to begin after 4 p.m. today are canceled.  Additionally, all classes are cancelled on Tuesday, November 20, and Wednesday, November 21, along with the pre-scheduled holiday break on Thursday and Friday.  In addition to cancelled classes, campus offices will be closed.  Students and employees should not report to campus during this time period. 

We fully expect all classes and campus business operations to resume on Monday, November 26.

This decision was made by the three college presidents in consultation with Chancellor Galatolo.  The health and safety of students, faculty and staff are our first priority.

We strongly encourage everyone to track the air quality readings and follow these recommended precautions:

·         Minimize outdoor activity and stay inside whenever possible

·         Keep all windows, doors and vents shut

·         If you exercise, only do so indoors

For further air quality information: 

Bay Area Air Quality Management District 

San Mateo Air Quality - Weatherbug

Please continue your thoughts for those who have been affected by the fires throughout the state. 

Thank you!

Jamillah Moore, Ed.D.

2019-2020 Cañada Scholarship Application - Now Open!

Attention Cañada Students,

This is a reminder that the 2019-20 Cañada College Scholarship Application is now open. In order to apply for scholarships, students must use their email address (college-issued "my.smccd.edu" or “personal email” if you recently applied to the college) and be enrolled within the San Mateo County Community College District (Cañada College, College of San Mateo and Skyline College). Each year, Cañada College awards institutional scholarships to new, continuing, and transferring students. For more information and instructions on how to apply, please visit our scholarship website at http://canadacollege.edu/financialaid/scholarship.php.

  

Plan to attend a Cañada Scholarship Workshop if you have questions or need assistance in completing the application. All workshops are held in the Financial Literacy Lab, Building 9-123.  The application deadline is March 2, 2019 at 11:59 p.m.

Day	Date	Time
Wednesday	December 5, 2018	9:00 AM -10:00 AM
Friday	January 4, 2019	11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thursday	January 10, 2019	1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Wednesday	January 16, 2019	5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday	January 22, 2019	5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Thursday	January 31, 2019	1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Tuesday	February 5, 2019	11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Wednesday	February 13, 2019	5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday	February 22, 2019	11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Friday	March 1, 2019	8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Need Help Writing a Personal Statement?

The Learning Center will be hosting workshops to assist you in writing a thoughtful and well written personal statement. The workshops dates are currently being established and will be published on our scholarship website. Check the link above for the most current information.

Campus to Re-open/Resume Classes Monday, Nov. 19

Dear College Community,

The San Mateo County Community College District and its colleges will return to normal operations and be open for classes on Monday, November 19.

We continue to monitor the regional air quality.  Should there be any significant change in conditions we will respond accordingly, but at this time the campuses will resume business as usual tomorrow.

We understand that some individuals may experience greater sensitivity to changing environmental conditions. We urge all students and employees to limit extensive outdoor activities while poor air quality conditions exist. 

Our thoughts and best wishes continue to be with the victims of the fires that have devastated many parts of our state. 

Sincerely,

Jamillah Moore, Ed.D.

President