Our Values

Purpose

To welcome all students, nurture their passion for learning, self-recognize their potential, and help them to achieve their academic and career goals.

Mission

To empower all students to fulfill their educational and career aspirations and thrive in the modern world.

Vision

To provide educational excellence, support social justice, and contribute to the economic vitality for all our students and the surrounding community.

Core Values

• Student-Centered
• Access
• Equity
• Excellence and Innovation
• Academic Freedom
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Safety
• Accountability
• Integrity
• Community Engagement

History

The Contra Costa Community College District (4CD) was founded by a public vote in December 1948 and first opened its doors in 1949. It is one of the largest multi-college community college districts in California, with three colleges and two centers. Contra Costa College is located in San Pablo. Diablo Valley College is located in Pleasant Hill and has a Center in San Ramon. Los Medanos College is located in Pittsburg and also has a Center in Brentwood. 4CD serves a population of 1,165,927 people, and its boundaries encompass all but 48 of the 734-square-mile land area of Contra Costa County. The District Office is located in historic downtown Martinez.

4CD is governed by an elected five-member Governing Board who serve four-year terms. A student trustee, elected by students districtwide, also sits on the Governing Board and serves a one-year term on a rotational basis among the Colleges. The Chancellor, appointed by the Governing Board, carries out the policies of 4CD.

For over 70 years, our institutions have been a vital part of Contra Costa County. Young and old alike are encouraged to take advantage of an incomparable array of educational choices, including studies leading to an associate degree, transfer to four-year colleges and universities, short-term training to update professional skills, and specialized vocational and technical training programs — many in partnership with local businesses and industry — to help build a strong workforce in Contra Costa County.

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• Resolution NO. 1-S Reaffirming Support of 4CD Students and Employees in Defense of Diversity and Inclusion
• Chancellor's Office
• District and College Functional Map of Roles and Responsibilities
• District Leadership Organization Chart
• District Office Organization Chart
• District Leadership History
• Fingertip Facts