The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District (District), which includes Grossmont and Cuyamaca colleges, is inviting community members to apply to serve in the position of Board Member of the Board of Trustees in Trustee Area 1, which includes Santee, Winter Gardens, and Lakeside. Once an individual is appointed to the position, they would serve until the next regularly scheduled Governing Board election in November 2026, and continue until their successor qualifies for office.
The vacancy in Trustee Area 1 arose after former Trustee Desiree Klaar relocated her primary residence outside of the Area 1 boundaries, which made her ineligible to continue serving. She officially resigned effective July 31, 2025.
Responsibilities of the position include a commitment to the mission and functions of the community colleges, and the ability to participate fully in the work of the Board, including attending monthly Board meetings. Ideal candidates should be knowledgeable about the communities served by the District, engage in participatory governance, balance the needs of diverse groups, contribute to and build consensus, and support the Board as a whole.
Interested applicants should visit www.gcccd.edu/governing-board/boardvacancy for information, qualifications, application materials, and submission instructions. Completed applications should be submitted to the District Governing
Board Office no later than 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
For questions, please contact the Board Office at (619) 644-7570.
