Update on February 6:

Dear Southwestern College Community,

These past storms were a reminder that we should always be prepared for an emergency. It also demonstrated our ability and commitment to serving our students and one another.

Thank you to everyone for being gracious with each other and our students.

The storms’ impact on South County was far less than those of other neighborhoods in our region. Our weather patterns are changing due to global warming, and we must be prepared.  The Red Cross has a wealth of information on emergency preparedness.  I encourage you to visit their webpage for information on family disaster planning, emergency kit preparedness, and more.

More rain is expected this week, and college leadership will continue to monitor and make decisions as needed. The safety and well-being of our employees and students remains our top priority.

Yours in Service,
Mark Sanchez, Ed.D.
Superintendent/President

Previous updates:

The district has experienced roof leaks in our older buildings, and employees are asked to submit any reports on ServiceNow.

Employees and students should continue to communicate with their faculty and managers if their attendance in class or at work is impacted due to the storm.

Stay informed through the County of San Diego and the City of San Diego. See more resources below in previous message from SWC President.

Dear Community Members,

Knowing that turbulent weather is expected, Southwestern College is monitoring the storm closely.

A convening of South County School Districts and the County’s Emergency Operation Services (EOS) was held this afternoon. After consultation with EOS, all school districts in South County will remain open.  This includes Southwestern College.

Voluntary emergency evacuation warnings have been issued in other areas of our region (Southeast San Diego and Center City). No area within our service district is under a voluntary evacuation warning at this time.

District leadership will continue to monitor the storm path and prepare accordingly.  Let’s work together to ensure the safety and well-being of our college community.

Below are some safety tips and resources: 

  • Call the City to clear nearby storm drains.
  • Sandbag areas prone to flooding on your property.
  • Ensure you have an ample supply of food, water, and emergency supplies.
  • Make arrangements to stay with family, friends, or others until the storm clears.
  • Exercise caution when traveling to required destinations.

Resources for Assistance

Yours in Service,
Mark Sanchez, Ed.D.
Superintendent/President

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