December 17, 2020
Colleges opt out of early spring athletics season
Cuyamaca College and Grossmont College have decided not to participate in the Spring 1 season competition because of concerns about the health and safety of student-athletes and staff. The season in early spring would have offered competitions for sports that were not held in the fall and winter because of the pandemic.
The sports that are affected are:
Grossmont College: Football, Women’s Volleyball, Women’s Soccer, Men/Women’s Water Polo, Men/Women’s Basketball.
Cuyamaca College: Women’s Volleyball, Men/Women’s Cross Country, Men/Women’s Soccer, Men/Women’s Basketball, Women’s Golf.
The Pacific Coast Athletic Conference has petitioned the California Community College Athletic Association for an opportunity for the Spring 1 teams to have competition in April or May if local infection rates significantly decline. It is unknown when the CCCAA will make a decision.

Both colleges are offering virtual forums for their student-athletes on Friday, December 18, to explain this decision and help students plan their future. Please help with letting our student-athletes know about these important sessions.
Grossmont College: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 6 – 8 p.m.
Cuyamaca College: 10 -11 a.m.
A new look and features for VEBA website
The new VEBA Resource Center website has launched with a more user-friendly interface with improved navigation and features including a searchable recipe database, wellness class listings and calendar.
Wind down the end of the year and register for half-hour to hourlong virtual classes Dec. 18-22 such as:
  • Zumba
  • Winter Workout
  • Mindfulness Practice
  • Winter Cook Along
  • Yoga
  • Yoga Therapy, Neck & Shoulders
  • Mindfulness Practice
  • Cardio
Your input needed in public safety survey
If you haven't already, be sure to fill out the law enforcement survey.

The District Department of Public Safety is requesting your input in a short 3-5 minute survey regarding law enforcement services for the District. Your opinion matters and will help guide decisions on ensuring the safety of our campuses for the future.
Each submittal will be entered to win a $50 gift card valid at several eateries. Runners up will receive GCCCD COVID-19 Go-Bags with essential items such as masks, hand sanitizer and GCCCD Logo Goodies. The deadline to complete the survey is Dec. 18. A separate survey will be distributed to students.
 
Employee Survey:
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Best holiday wishes
This is the last Remote Report of this most challenging and remarkable year.

May the winter holidays be safe and a time for renewal for all.