As I write this, I am struck by the limitations of human ability to forecast the future. I don’t think anyone could have predicted how unusual our context would be for the 2021-22 academic year. With the campus now well into a second year of the pandemic, COVID-19 infectivity remains high in LA County. We are witnessing a chaotic reality in the vaccination arena and deep divides in our society that impact our democracy, however, we see signs that people in our region, our state and the nation are rising to the challenges we face. Here in the Charter College of Education (CCOE), we enter this fall semester with our talented faculty offering hybrid approaches to instruction — some courses with a (masked) face to (masked) face component and other courses using remote modalities through Zoom and Canvas. We also recognize that field work is impacted by how schools and agencies are conducting their offerings, yet your commitment to learning and professional preparation remains strong.

Our dedicated staff continue to offer services that support your educational journey — remotely as well as (masked) face to (masked) face — with CCOE offices open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. We are committed to your safety as well as your professional development.

Please tap into all the resources the college and university has to offer you! The best compilation of these services are presented on the University’s main web page.

Every action you take this semester to learn and to prepare for your career in education is taking action that writes your life story. Through education, we create and can be a part of a more equitable and just future for the children, youth, adults and families in our region.

It is my sincerest hope that despite everything that is going on, you can take inspiration as it comes to you. In the words of Dr. Damary Bonilla-Rodriguez, an authority on leadership development, diversity and inclusion, "stay strong as you live your life story and remember your blessings, no matter what circumstances you face."

Please know that I’m sending you best wishes for a successful semester!

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For questions about course enrollment, please contact the Division your program is in:

Division of Applied and Advanced Studies: Betty at  [email protected]

Division of Curriculum and Instruction: Michelle at [email protected]

Division of Special Education and Counseling: Jennifer [email protected]

For advising and credential information, please contact the Office of Student Services:

[email protected]

Visit the CCOE website for additional information!

Resources for future students or those interested in applying, as well as current students, are located in the tabs at the top of this webpage. Also visit the Covid-19+Credentialing Information site for additional information.”

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If you are unable to locate the information you need, please call the Dean’s Office at 323.343.4300