JANUARY
15 high school students first to earn college-backed job readiness certificates

"We are proud to have worked hand-in-hand with San Bernardino City Unified School District, Cajon High School and San Bernardino County Workforce Development to give this first class of bright students the foundation to succeed in the world of work," said Chancellor Bruce Baron. Read this story.
FEBRUARY
Launched partnership with University of La Verne to offer bachelor's degrees

The public-private partnership will allow Crafton Hills College students to transfer seamlessly into University of La Verne bachelor's degree programs in business administration, child development, and educational studies without having to leave the Crafton Hills College in Yucaipa. Watch video.
MARCH
San Bernardino Valley College president is 47th Assembly District Woman of the Year

San Bernardino Valley College alumna Assemblymember Eloise Gomez Reyes named SBVC President Diana Z. Rodriguez the 47th Assembly District's Woman of the Year for promoting college opportunities for Inland Southern California students.
APRIL
Retrained displaced Ashley Furniture workers to re-enter workforce

San Bernardino Community College District joined forces with Congressman Pete Aguilar, San Bernardino County Workforce Development Department, Chaffey College provide former Ashley Furniture workers tuition-free training to gain new job skills. Read this story.
MAY
10 college facilities earn state award for environmental sustainability

"We are proud that our colleges are playing a leading role to keep our world healthier, cleaner and more sustainable for the next generation," said Chancellor Bruce Baron. Read this story.
JUNE
Career education programs earn 22 state awards

Crafton Hills College and San Bernardino Valley College received 22 "Strong Workforce Stars" from the California Community College Chancellor's Office for career training that helps graduates earn higher wages. Read this story.
JULY
CA Attorney General, Chancellor Bruce Baron discuss best practices to protect Dreamers

California Attorney General Xavier Becerra invited Chancellor Bruce Baron to a roundtable of higher education leaders to discuss how to build a safe and supportive learning environment for all students, regardless of immigration status. SBCCD's best practices helped the Attorney General's office issue guidance to colleges across California in his report, "Promoting a safe and secure campus for all." Read this story.
AUGUST
Crafton Hills College teams up with American Heart Association

Crafton Hills College hosted the American Heart Association's Hands-Only CPR Mobile Tour, a free public event to teach people how to save lives. See photo gallery.
SEPTEMBER
1 Million Cups celebrates second year boosting local entrepreneurs

Every month, the San Bernardino Community College District brings together local entrepreneurs to build partnerships, share ideas and network through 1 Million Cups San Bernardino. Watch video.
OCTOBER
SBCCD makes historic $10 million investment towards offering two years of free college

"Opportunity begins with access to education and with this $10 million investment we're telling our local students that we've got their backs. My colleagues and I recognize that to support our youth we must be innovative, and that includes making college tuition-free so that hard-working students realize their educational and career potential," said SBCCD Board President Joseph Williams. Read this story.
NOVEMBER
Voters approve Measure CC: A win for students, a win for the community

Voters approved Measure CC in the November 2018 ballot, a $470 million bond measure to provide students with safe and state-of-the-art classrooms and labs. "Thank you for believing in the future of Crafton Hills College and San Bernardino Valley College students," said SBCCD student trustee Autumn Blackburn. Watch video.
DECEMBER
Classes begin with a goal to upskill 3,200 Inland Southern California workers

The State of California’s Employment Training Panel (ETP) recently approved a $1.8 million contract with the San Bernardino Community College District to train more than 3,200 workers throughout Riverside and San Bernardino counties. This is the largest retraining contract in California awarded by the ETP. Read this story.
About Us
San Bernardino Community College District serves 24,000 students through Crafton Hills College and San Bernardino Valley College. For nearly 100 years, we have provided affordable access to award-winning higher education and career training programs for the residents of Big Bear, Bloomington, Calimesa, Colton, Fontana, Grand Terrace, Highland, Lake Arrowhead, Loma Linda, Redlands, Rialto, San Bernardino and Yucaipa. Beyond our campuses, we inform, educate and inspire learners of all ages through the Empire Network-KVCR, the primary PBS television and NPR radio affiliate station for the Inland Southern California on TV 24 and 91.9 FM. Watch our video.
Board of Trustees
John Longville, President
Dr. Anne Viricel, Vice President
Joseph Williams, Clerk
Gloria Macias Harrison, Member
Dr. Stephanie Houston, Member
Frank Reyes, Member
Dr. Donald Singer, Member
Autumn Blackburn, Student Trustee
Elijah Gerard, Student Trustee

Chancellor 
Bruce R. Baron

Presidents
Diana Z. Rodriguez, San Bernardino Valley College
Dr. Kevin Horan, Crafton Hills College