Purpose

The Equity, Education, and Student Success Council guides the College’s policy and planning related to maintaining equity and excellence in all aspects of instructional and student success programs, which fosters a climate of inclusiveness and support. The Council will pay specific attention to ensuring that all students receive the opportunities and support they need to develop a strong foundation for life-long, resilient learning, career success, and global citizenship.

Meeting Days/Times

The Equity, Education, and Student Success Council meets on 1st and 3rd Fridays from 9:00am to 11:00am.

To access the Equity, Education, and Student Success Council minutes, agendas, and other information, please refer to the Equity, Education, and Student Success Council page on Board Docs.

Agenda Requests

To request an item be added to the Equity, Education, and Student Success Council agenda, please use the Agenda Request Form. This new process helps us plan effectively while balancing Council and District priorities. Once your request is submitted, you’ll receive a response confirming the scheduled date, requesting more information, or explaining why the item cannot be agendized.

Please submit your request at least seven (7) days before the desired meeting date. Final documents must be received by the Friday one week prior to the meeting so they can be shared in advance. All submitted materials will be made publicly available.

Council Goals 2025-26

1. Prepare a recommendation to College Council for implementation of a College Hour.
2. Provide a recommendation to College Council based on findings of the Honors Program Ad Hoc Committee.
3. Review EESSC membership and streamline subcommittees.
   • Deliverables: Confirm current membership composition and subcommittees meet the purpose of the council.
4. Review completed Student Equity Plan Annual Report.
   • Deliverables: Present to EESSC in early spring semester.

Reporting Committees

Academic Review Committee

• Academic Review
• Access and Inclusion Committee Subcommittee
• Behavioral Health and Campus Wellness
• Faculty Position Priority Committee
• Instructional Program Review and Planning Committee
• Palomar College Committee to Combat Hate (PC3H)
• Program Development, Revitalization, and/or Discontinuance Subcommittee
• Registration Committee
• Student Equity Plan Oversight Committee
• Valedictorian Selection Committee

Reporting Task Force(s)

• Guided Pathways Advisory Task Force
• Library/Counseling Hiring Task Force
• Outcomes Technology Task Force