The Classified Employee of the Year Awards was established through a resolution at the May 2008 Board of Governors Meeting. The award has been presented annually since May 2009 to honor community college classified employees who demonstrate the highest level of commitment to Vision 2030, the mission of the California Community College System and their local district. Recipients are nominated by members of their college/district community and endorsed by the local Board of Trustees. Award recipients are selected by representatives from the California Community Colleges Board of Governors, Consultation Council and the Chancellor’s Office.

The Classified Employee of the Year Awards are supported through a grant from the Foundation for California Community Colleges. Each recipient will receive a $750 cash award and a commemorative plaque.

Resources

2024 Classified Employee of the Year Awards Scoring Form (PDF)

2024 Classified Employee of the Year Awards Criteria (PDF)

2024 Classified Employee of the Year Awards Program Nomination Form (PDF)

The Student Leadership Award was established through a resolution at the May 2020 Board of Governors meeting. The annual award recognizes community college student leaders who demonstrate the highest level of commitment to leadership and the Vision for Success. Nominations may be submitted from college administrators, classified staff, faculty or students. Award recipients are selected by representatives from the California Community Colleges Board of Governors, the Student Senate for California Community Colleges, and the Chancellor’s Office.

Up to three recipients will be announced and recognized at the annual Student Senate for California Community Colleges Spring General Assembly. Each recipient will receive a $1,250 cash award and a commemorative certificate.

Resources

2024 Board of Governors Student Leadership Award Nomination Form (PDF)

2024 Student Leadership Award Scoring Form (PDF)