Classes Canceled at 4 p.m. 11/19 Until Monday, Nov. 26 Due to Poor Air Quality
Mon, 19 November, 2018 at 1:27 pm
Dear Campus
Community,
Over
the last few days, we experienced a slight improvement in the local air quality
which made us hopeful that today’s air quality would be better. Earlier
this morning, the air quality index appeared more promising, but as we have
been monitoring throughout the day, it is clear that the air quality has
worsened throughout the Bay Area. While relief may come if the region
receives anticipated precipitation, this isn’t expected until mid-week.
Due to the continued unhealthy air quality and projections that
conditions will not significantly improve in the near future, all
classes at Cañada College, College of San Mateo and Skyline College that are
scheduled to begin after 4 p.m. today are
canceled. Additionally, all classes are cancelled on Tuesday,
November 20, and Wednesday, November 21, along with the pre-scheduled holiday
break on Thursday and Friday. In addition to cancelled classes, campus
offices will be closed. Students and employees should not report to
campus during this time period.
We fully expect all classes and campus business operations to
resume on Monday, November 26.
This decision was made by the three college presidents in
consultation with Chancellor Galatolo. The health and safety of students, faculty
and staff are our first priority.
We
strongly encourage everyone to track the air quality readings and follow these
recommended precautions:
·
Minimize
outdoor activity and stay inside whenever possible
·
Keep
all windows, doors and vents shut
·
If
you exercise, only do so indoors
For
further air quality information:
Please continue your thoughts for those who have been affected by
the fires throughout the state.
Thank you!
Jamillah Moore, Ed.D.