Chaffey in Focus

March 2026

Dear Chaffey Community,

As a community college centered on access, equity, and socioeconomic mobility in our region, it is imperative that we regularly check in on the progress of our work and evaluate our markers for success. One of the primary ways we do this is through the Student-Centered Funding Formula (SCFF) report – provided by the state annually – which specifically focuses on completion, transfer, workforce preparation, and economic mobility.

This year’s SCFF report showed year-over-year increases (no decreases) across every indicator, reflecting exceptional progress in our measured student success and equity outcomes!

This means, Chaffey College students are making meaningful progress toward their educational goals in multiple areas. The SCFF report showed gains across the board in:

• Transfer - 26 percent increase in students earning associate degrees for transfer
• Workforce preparation – 22 percent increase in Pell-eligible students earning nine or more career technical education units. That translates to more job-ready graduates.
• Economic mobility – 18 percent increase in students earning a regional living wage
• Expanded financial aid access – 18 percent increase in Pell Grant recipients
• Completion of transfer-level math and English – 14 percent increase
• Credit certificate attainment – 18 percent increase

We also saw increases in associate degree completion, successful transfers to four-year universities, and participation among Promise Grant recipients and AB 540 students.

These gains reflect sustained work across the college to strengthen academic pathways, expand workforce programs, and ensure students have the support they need to succeed. These academic milestones result in greater economic opportunities for our students and, overall, a brighter future for our region.

These outcomes are the result of the collective work of faculty, classified professionals and staff across the college.  Thank you for the collective effort of your dedication to helping our students succeed!

Sincerely,

Henry D. Shannon, Ph.D.
President, Chaffey College

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