October 9, 2020H 26, 2020
Higher education guidelines updated
The state has updated the COVID-19 guidance for higher education. The revised guidelines say that the county's COVID-19 tier level will determine whether classes and group gatherings can he held and how large they can be.

Guidelines for athletics have also been updated, including updates in testing guidelines and the practice cohort size.New athletics guidelines also include isolation and quarantine and communication and outreach.

The district's repopulation plan will be updated to align with the state guidelines.
The Great ShakeOut
The Great ShakeOut earthquake drill happens annually on the third Thursday in October. This year you can participate on October 15 @ 10 a.m.  Great ShakeOut earthquake drills help people in homes, schools, and organizations improve preparedness and practice how to be safe during an earthquake. Take time now to prepare yourself and your family. Practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On so you know what actions to take if the ground starts shaking. Make an emergency plan, including communications with an out-of-state contact.
Make a supply kit that includes enough food and water for several days.

For more information, check out the Great ShakeOut Emergency Preparedness webpage.
Alarm upgrade completed
An upgrade of the District's security alarm system has been completed. If you already have an alarm code for your building, it can still be used.

A new alarm code can be requested by deans, directors and supervisors by filling out the Security Alarm System Form, located on the District website (Forms Depot - District Forms - Alarm Instructions and Protocol). Email the form to natalie.yturralde@gcccd.edu.
Alarm codes assist with asset control, security of our buildings and the safety of our personnel, so they should not be shared with anyone. The campuses are currently closed due to the COVID-19 restrictions and buildings should not be accessed without authorization. 
Viewing the Websites
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We’re in the news! The District Marketing and Communications Department regularly writes press releases and works with the local media to get the word out about the amazing things happening at GCCCD.
Below lists the recent media coverage:

(Araiza played on Grossmont College's volleyball team before transferring to SDSU

News releases are posted on the home pages of the District and college websites. If you’d like to receive the District’s blog posts as they are published, go to Refresh, the district blog and scroll down the right-hand side and sign up to Follow by Email. If you’d like to request a press release about an upcoming event, please contact Anne Krueger.