Distance Education Taskforce

Vision

Act with vision and purpose to create a unified, equity-centered district—streamlining programs, aligning resources, and forging clear, student-first pathways that remove barriers, accelerate success, and set a new standard for community college excellence.

Strategic Direction

We will consolidate distance education into one coordinated system, so students experience consistent quality, clear expectations, degree pathways, and strong support no matter where they log in.

Goal

Using data-driven analysis, develop a districtwide strategy and recommendations for coordinating distance education offerings. Identify 2–3 fully online associate degree pathways to launch by Fall 2027 (or sooner, if feasible).

Scope of Work

• Conduct a comprehensive analysis of distance education offerings and high-demand modalities.
• Review student success data and declared majors to inform degree selection.
• Recommend majors most suitable for fully online degree implementation.
• Develop an equity-centered rubric for scheduling online instruction.

Membership

• Kellie Nadler (Facilitator, Administrator)
• Lashaune Fitch (Peralta Classified Senate)
• Laurie Allen (District Academic Senate)
• Mary Clarke Miller (District Academic Senate)
• Heather Sisneros (District Academic Senate)
• Ngheim Thai (District Academic Senate)
• Matthew Goldstein (Peralta Federation of Teachers)
• Terrance Green (Counselor)
• Julie Saechao (Counselor)
• Inger Stark (Administrator)
• Srujana Tumu (Service Employees International Union)
• Tuguldur Natsagdorj (Student)
• Risab Dhakal (Student)

Agendas, Notes, and Supporting Documents

The DE Taskforce meetings are scheduled to occur from 3:00-4:30