Spring 2025 Professional Development Day
Happy New Year!
Please mark your calendars for an exciting day of learning and connection! Our Spring 2025 Professional Development Day is happening on Friday, January 24, 2025, and we're thrilled to host it at our beautiful new Hollister Campus!
This isn't your average PD day—we've got a fantastic program lined up to inspire and empower you. Think engaging sessions, valuable insights, and opportunities to connect with colleagues in a fresh, vibrant setting.
Here's the inside scoop:
- Location, Location, Location! We're taking the action to our state-of-the-art Hollister Campus. Get ready to explore this amazing new space!
- Transportation Provided! No need to worry about the commute. We'll provide convenient transportation from the Gilroy Campus to Hollister.
- Time Commitment: Campus services will be closed or limited from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. to ensure our classified employees can fully participate in the morning sessions.
Your Action is Needed!
Please complete the short form below to ensure we have enough transportation and delicious food for everyone. This is a mandatory event for all full-time employees (part-time employees are encouraged to attend), and your prompt response will help us make this day a resounding success.
We can't wait to see you there! Get ready to learn, connect, and grow with us!
Agenda
8:00 am
Bus transportation from Gilroy to Hollister Campus (The bus departs the Gilroy Campus at 8:00 am)
8:30 am – 9:15 am
Breakfast and Affinity Groups
9:15 am – 9:25 am
HR guides employees to take their seats
9:25 am – 9:40 am
Welcome and Introductions (Zoom Link)
- CSEA
- GCFA
- Academic Senate
- ASGC
9:40 am – 10:10 am
District Updates - Dr. Avila (Zoom Link)
10:10 am – 11:10 am
Keynote Address (Zoom Link)
Ricardo from UFW, Carina, Diego & Omar - Know Your Rights Presentation
11:20 am – 12:20 pm
Session 1
12:20 pm – 1:10 pm
Lunch & Hollister Site Tour (The bus will depart back to the Gilroy Campus after Lunch at 1:20)
1:20 pm – 2:20 pm
Session 2
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Session 3
3:40 pm – 5:00 pm
Department Meetings (optional)
Sincerely,
Scott Sandler, Faculty Professional Learning Liaison
Lucy Alvarez, Director of Human Resources
Dr. Pedro Avila, Superintendent/ President