Category Archives: Solano Community College

SCC professor plays key role in bill that restructures commission | dailyrepublic.com

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Solano Community College faculty member Anthony Ayala co-authored a childhood education credentialing bill which was signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom.

Assembly Bill 1123 restructures the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing to include voting members representing the early childhood education profession for the first time in state history.

Since its creation in 1971, the CTC has set standards for teacher preparation, permits and credentials. Until now, it lacked voting representation from early childhood professionals or higher education faculty who train them.

Source: SCC professor plays key role in bill that restructures commission | News | dailyrepublic.com

Everyone is invited to ‘Everybody’ at SCC | dailyrepublic.com

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Solano College Theatre will showcase Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’s “Everybody.”

“The first time I read ‘Everybody,’ I fell in love with it on many levels,” director JanLee Marshall said in a press release.

“The cast is open to everybody – pun intended – and the story is about everybody. I like to make theater that makes people laugh and that makes people think. And I’m totally OK if they cry, too.”

Source: Everyone is invited to ‘Everybody’ at SCC | Diversions | dailyrepublic.com

Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation honors SCC students | dailyrepublic.com

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The Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation joined students, families and faculty at Solano Community College’s Fall Scholarship Awards ceremony to celebrate local scholars supported through the tribe’s Momhi Scholarship program.

For the 2025–26 school year, 55 Solano College students received Momhi Scholarships totaling $51,000. Since 2024, the tribe has awarded 79 scholarships to students from Vallejo through its partnership with the college, continuing its long-term investment in expanding educational opportunities across the region.

Source: Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation honors SCC students | News | dailyrepublic.com

Oakland firm recognized for security work at SCC Vallejo campus | dailyrepublic.com

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The Vallejo Center Security Enhancement Project project has been recognized with a Project Excellence Award by the Northern California Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association.

Net Electric Inc. was awarded a $460,000 city contract to enhance the security system as the Solano Community College campus in Vallejo. The scope of work included additional cameras in the parking area, new license plate reader with pole-mounted lighting, installation of emergency phones and lighting improvements on the Vallejo Campus.

Source: Oakland firm recognized for security work at SCC Vallejo campus | News | dailyrepublic.com

SCC student-led project recognized in national publication | dailyrepublic.com

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Solano Community College’s Phi Theta Kappa chapter has earned national recognition for its groundbreaking project, “Opioid Overdose and Prevention: Student-Led Narcan Distribution.”

The initiative has been selected as one of just 15 articles featured in the fifth edition of Change Makers: Phi Theta Kappa Journal of Student Leadership, published in August.

Source: SCC student-led project recognized in national publication | News | dailyrepublic.com

Girls in Robotics Leadership camp sparks curiosity and creativity – The Vacaville Reporter

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By Richard Bammer

Jojo Rios, her black laptop computer on her one of her knees, placed her hand on a blue Linkbot that was supposed to whir, click and putter along on a 4-by-6-foot mat in front of her as teammate Zoey Harbath looked on.

Inside an annex building Friday morning at Solano Community College’s Vacaville Center, the two middle school students were showcasing the softball-size plastic bot encased around a small electric motor. Although nudged by hand, it did not seem to move on the mat, dominated by an image of a racetrack, with three of its four main areas designated by names such as Pit Stop, Debris Grid and Lookout Area.

Source: Girls in Robotics Leadership camp sparks curiosity and creativity – The Vacaville Reporter

SCOE to host Girls in Robotics Leadership Camps at three SCC sites – The Vacaville Reporter

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By Richard Bammer

They will spend 90 minutes understanding principles from several different fields and applying them: mechanical and electrical engineering, computer science and mathematics.

And, at the same time, they will be schooled in leadership skills.

The Solano County Office of Education, with UC Davis C-STEM, will host Girls in Robotics Leadership Camps at the three Solano Community College campuses, beginning Friday.

Source: SCOE to host Girls in Robotics Leadership Camps at three SCC sites – The Vacaville Reporter

Board President Denis Honeychurch Recognized | Independent Voice

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Solano Community College is proud to announce that Board President Denis Honeychurch was recently recognized at the 2025 Annual Trustees Conference for more than 40 years of dedicated service to the College and the Solano County community.

First elected to the Governing Board in December 1985, President Honeychurch has been a steady advocate for higher education and public service throughout his long tenure. His continued presence on the board reflects a deep commitment to expanding educational opportunity and supporting student success across the region.

Source: Board President Denis Honeychurch Recognized | Independent Voice

SCC students earn scholarships for Million Black Business program | dailyrepublic.com

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Four Solano Community College students – Alexander Underwood, Jumari Dotson, Marcus Dukes and Darryl Johnson – have each been awarded a $25,000 scholarship as part of their acceptance into John Hope Bryant’s 1 Million Black Businesses program.

The scholarships are part of a competitive and prestigious national initiative that equips students with the tools needed to thrive as entrepreneurs. Award recipients will receive access to business development support, financial literacy coaching, credit-building strategies, entrepreneurial resources and mentorship from advisers.

Source: SCC students earn scholarships for Million Black Business program | News | dailyrepublic.com

Solano College sends latest graduating class out to change the world | dailyrepublic.com

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Thursday night’s Solano Community College commencement was the second attended by Pete Sandoval.

The first was in 1967 to see his younger brother graduate. It was the first year the college was a countywide institution, but still four years before the current 192-acre main campus in Fairfield opened.

Two days later, Sandoval was on a transport ship headed to Vietnam.

Source: Solano College sends latest graduating class out to change the world | News | dailyrepublic.com

Four Solano College student-athletes sign with 4-year programs | dailyrepublic.com

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Nayelly Orellana attended an open tryout with the Solano College women’s soccer team in 2023.

On Wednesday, the Jesse Bethel High School graduate signed a national letter-of-intent to continue her career on the pitch at nearby Cal Maritime.

“This really came out of nowhere,” Orellana said. “It was completely unexpected. I’m looking forward to the opportunity.”

Orellana joined women’s basketball players Samantha Miller, Jhaidyn Reed and Kmani Wilburn for a noon signing ceremony at Solano College.

Source: Four Solano College student-athletes sign with 4-year programs | Solano College | dailyrepublic.com

Go-Go to see SCT’s “Head Over Heels” | dailyrepublic.com

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Seconds after it started, Solano College Theatre’s latest production, “Head Over Heels,” made me smile as it immediately reminded me of a movie I love, “A Knight’s Tale.”

That 2001 Heath Ledger vehicle featured the juxtaposition of a 14th century setting with 1970s-era rock music.

“Head Over Heels” marries an adaptation of a story called “The Countess of Pembroke’s Arcadia” written in the 80s (the 1580s) with music from New Wave band The Go-Go’s from the 80s (the 1980s). It opened at the Oregon Shakespeare festival in 2015 and on Broadway three years later.

Source: Go-Go to see SCT’s “Head Over Heels” | Diversions | dailyrepublic.com

Congratulations to Spelling Bee Winners | Independent Voice

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Eighty-nine students from 42 schools participated in the 49th annual Solano County Spelling Bee’s preliminary round March 1 at Solano Community College.

The Top Two spellers from each participating school were invited to attend. The spelling bee was open to all public and private schools serving fourth- through sixth-graders. The Top Two spellers are advancing to the state spelling bee in San Joaquin County on April 26.

First-place went to Sadia Hennous, a sixth-grader from Virtual Academy of Fairfield-Suisun, Fairfield-Suisun School District. Second-place went to Kayla Wu, a sixth-grader from Green Valley Middle School, Fairfield-Suisun School District.

Source: Congratulations to Spelling Bee Winners | Independent Voice

Virtual Academy student triumphs in Solano County Spelling Bee – The Vacaville Reporter

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By Sarah Rodriguez

Students from 42 different elementary schools piled into the Solano Community College gym on Saturday to compete in the final round of the Solano County Spelling Bee.

The students, grades four to eight, competed for a chance to advance to the California Elementary School Spelling Bee and represent Solano County. The first winner, beating out more than 90 other students, was Sadia Hennous of Virtual Academy of Fairfield-Suisun.

The sixth grader, shocked by her win, was equally as happy to advance to state. The final word that put above her competitors? “Diminution,” a noun for the reduction in size or extent of something.

Source: Virtual Academy student triumphs in Solano County Spelling Bee – The Vacaville Reporter

Solano College President Dr. Kellie Butler honored with Phi Theta Kappa Paragon award – Times Herald Online

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Solano Community College announced recently that Superintendent-President Dr. Kellie Butler has been selected as a recipient of the Phi Theta Kappa Paragon Award for New Presidents.

This award recognizes new college presidents who have demonstrated outstanding support for student success, leadership development, and the creation of high-quality learning environments.

Dr. Butler will be honored at PTK’s Annual Convention, Catalyst 2025, which will take place from April 3-5 at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, Missouri. The award will be presented on April 4 during the Third General Session, where she will be recognized on stage in front of thousands of students, advisors, and fellow college leaders.

Source: Solano College President Dr. Kellie Butler honored with Phi Theta Kappa Paragon award – Times Herald Online

State’s community colleges mark Career Education Month – The Vacaville Reporter

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It’s an economic engine not only for California but also for the United States, and remains the nation’s largest workforce training provider: the Golden State’s community colleges.

And this month the statewide system, the largest in U.S. higher education, in 73 districts and 116 colleges serving 2.1 million students each year, marks Career Education Month in February.

The state’s community colleges offer more than 200 Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, providing students with relevant skills in existing careers and in those emerging and on the cutting edge, “paving the way for high-wage, high-growth careers,” according to a press statement from the Chancellor’s Office in Sacramento.

Source: State’s community colleges mark Career Education Month – The Vacaville Reporter

Solano College to host 1st Vineyard Jam Suisun Valley in June | dailyrepublic.com

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The inaugural Vineyard Jam Suisun Valley country music festival is slated for June 28 at Hollister Stadium on the Solano Community College campus.

Jackson Dean is the headliner. Also performing are Restless Road, Maddox Batson, Greylan James, Shaylen, Noah Hicks, Tiera Kennedy and Queeva.

“We believe this festival will help launch the careers of young emerging artists who are well on their way to stardom. Those in attendance will be proud to tell their friends they saw them live on stage at Vineyard Jam Suisun Valley,” said Curt Johnston of West Wind Music, the festival promoter.

Source: Solano College to host 1st Vineyard Jam Suisun Valley in June | News | dailyrepublic.com

SCC Board discuss immigration policy, sanctuary campus status – Times Herald Online

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By Nick McConnell

Jessica Gonzalez, vice chairperson of the Vallejo Latino Parents Network, succinctly summarized her feelings on the response of academic institutions to the Trump Administration’s stepped-up immigration enforcement at a meeting of the Solano Community College Board Wednesday evening.

“Silence is loud,” she said.

The board discussed a California Attorney General report titled “Promoting a Safe and Secure Campus for All,” which outlines how higher education institutions can comply with SB 54, the California Values Act. No action was taken, but the board did give direction to bring back a policy of not cooperating with Immigration and Customs Enforcement and a proclamation declaring the school a “Sanctuary Campus.”

Source: SCC Board discuss immigration policy, sanctuary campus status – Times Herald Online

SCC campus safety chief issues advisory about immigration enforcement – The Vacaville Reporter

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By Richard Bammer

News reports and images of recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents’ arrests of immigrants across the country, handcuffed and loaded into vans or onto Air Force planes, have created anxiety and concern among some students at Solano Community College, school officials say.

But to calm fears, Mike Rowe, public information officer for the college’s Department of Public Safety in Fairfield, pointed out Monday’s social media post by Brian H. Travis, chief of the SCC District’s DPS.

Source: SCC campus safety chief issues advisory about immigration enforcement – The Vacaville Reporter

Students square off in Academic Decathlon – The Vacaville Reporter

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By Robin Miller

Teams of teens from across the region squared off in competitive academics that included everything from art and music to language, literature and mathematics Saturday at Solano Community College.

The Bay Region Academic Decathlon culminated with the Super Quiz in the gym at SCC where a few hundred students, parents and others gathered to cheer on their favorites.

In the end, the competition resulted in Campolindo High School from Acalanes Union High School District in Contra Costa County winning first place overall. The team, coached by Paul Verbanszky, earned a trophy and an invite to go on to compete and represent Contra Costa County at the state Academic Decathlon competition being held March 20-23, 2025, in Santa Clara.

Source: Students square off in Academic Decathlon – The Vacaville Reporter