RETURN TO IN-PERSON WORK AND SERVICES
Our current plan calls for the opening of our campuses, facilities, and offices, and the return to in-person work and student services by August 9, 2021. Some employees will begin to return to work sooner as we have a phased-in approach over the summer. Fall term will feature a combination of in-person and online courses when the term begins on August 30, 2021.
VACCINATIONS
At this time, we will not be requiring vaccines for employees or students. We are strongly encouraging all members of our District community to get vaccinated, but it will not be a requirement to return to work or take in-person classes. Vaccination of the vast majority of employees is an important element of our safety planning and all District and College employees are encouraged to make an appointment to receive a vaccination as soon as possible.
MASK REQUIREMENTS
We are closely monitoring the local, state, and federal regulations and recommendations regarding masks. In order to ensure safety and eliminate confusion, when we return and until further notice, face coverings will be required in all shared spaces on District property, both indoors and outdoors. Instances of someone refusing to wear a mask will be handled like any other campus disruption through the Student Code of Conduct or employee discipline process.
Below is a bulleted list of our operational changes:
• All District and campus facilities are currently closed to students, employees, and members of the public (exceptions are considered on a case-by-case basis). These facilities are scheduled to re-open on August 9, 2021.
• SJECCD has transitioned most employees to work remotely. Most classified professionals, faculty, and administration began working remotely on March 17, 2020. This change will remain in effect until August 9, 2021.
• SJECCD Board of Trustees meetings will be held remotely and may be viewed via Zoom until further notice. Details will be provided via the normal Board Meeting notification process.
For campus-specific information and updates regarding our response to coronavirus, please
visit:
SJCC: https://www.sjcc.edu/current-studentsEVC: https://www.evc.edu/current-students
If you have questions or concerns about coronavirus and our ongoing effort to respond to the rapidly changing conditions, please email coronavirusinfo@sjeccd.edu.
This email address will be closely monitored with the questions directed to the appropriate personnel depending on the nature of the question.
The Santa Clara County Public Health Department continues to provide regular updates regarding the spread of COVID-19 in the county. For the latest news and information, visit the
County of Santa Clara Public Health Department novel coronavirus website.
Widespread COVID-19 testing is now available in Santa Clara County. Testing is free, safe, and easy and there are now more than 50 testing sites open across the county. To find a testing site near you and make an appointment, visit:
https://www.sccgov.org/sites/covid19/Pages/covid19-testing.asp
Below, please find some additional resources that may be helpful in keeping you, your family, and those you learn and work with safe and healthy.
