Values: Respect, Quality, Access, Diversity, Inclusion, Collaboration

The Community College of Aurora is part of the Colorado Community College System and is aligned with the Strategic Priorities set by the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education. The State Board Strategic Priorities for 2002-2003 focus upon the following: Enrollment; Budget / Fiscal; Transfer; and Workforce / Economic Development.

Goal #1:
Utilize assessment of academic achievement data to make improvements in teaching and learning.

Goal #2:
Provide high quality instruction that responds to Aurora-area employment and transfer needs.

Goal #3:
Improve the visibility and perception of the college and its programs.

Goal #4:
Increase access to education at the college, placing particular emphasis on reaching underserved populations.

Goal #5:
Strengthen developmental education and English as a Second Language programs and services.

Goal #6:
Increase the quality and use of instructional technology.

Goal #7:
Strengthen partnerships with business, P-12 and higher education, community groups, and government.

Goal #8:
Recruit and retain the highest quality faculty and staff.

Goal #9:
Extend and enhance professional development and advancement opportunities for faculty and staff.

Goal #10:
Increase retention and completion rates for students who seek degrees and certificates.

Goal #11:
Transform student services to improve student satisfaction and success.

(Approved and adopted by Cabinet April 10, 2006)