September 13th, 2021 by pio@shoreline.edu
Dear Shoreline Students,
I am sending a follow up message regarding vaccination and exemption requirements at the College. Based on some recent clarifications from the state, and given our status as a fully vaccinated campus, we wanted to communicate a change in our vaccination status requirement for students:
- In-person or on campus students coming to the college for courses and/or ANY activities during fall quarter are required to be fully vaccinated or claim a valid medical or religious exemption by October 18, 2021. Please note that any activity or service sought in person would necessitate this requirement.
- Fully online students who will not enter the campus in fall quarter are not required to claim their vaccination status or submit an exemption.
IMPORTANT:
Students participating in in-person/hybrid courses or services who do not submit an attestation or have an approved exemption by Oct. 18 will have a registration hold applied to their records. Additionally, students who submit false statements for the purpose of attestation or exemptions may be subject to disciplinary action.
As we prepare the campus to welcome students back for a phased in-person return, we wanted to express our appreciation both for your tenacity and the grace you have demonstrated during these challenging times. Thank you for your attention to this important message and contributing to making Shoreline a safe and welcoming campus.
To learn more, see all COVID-related requirements and information at www.shoreline.edu/COVID19.
Sincerely,
Phillip J. King
Acting President
Posted in Announcements, Services for Students Tagged with: covid
September 3rd, 2021 by pio@shoreline.edu
Dear students,
Fall quarter begins in just a few weeks and we want to be sure you have the latest COVID-19 vaccination information for Shoreline Community College.
It is important to note Washington state has removed the ability for students to claim a vaccine exemption for personal/philosophical reasons. Please read below.
Shoreline is a Vaccinated & Masked Campus
For the health and safety of our community, the College is following all Washington state requirements and will require all students and employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 beginning fall quarter 2021. While this decision was not made lightly and we respect each student’s right to make their own health choices, COVID-19 vaccines are considered a safe and effective way to ensure a healthy campus. Masks will be worn indoors by all students, employees, and visitors, regardless of vaccination status.
Verify Your Vaccination Status Now
If you are enrolling in any fall classes (online or in-person), you will be required to complete an online vaccine attestation form before classes begin on September 29 or claim a medical or religious exemption. You will attest to which vaccine you have received and on what dates. You will not be asked to upload or present proof, but you will attest that the information you provide is true and correct. Students who make false claims may be subject to a discipline process. Verify your status now.
Vaccination Deadlines
If you need additional time to become fully vaccinated, the College will accept attestation forms until October 18. To meet this requirement, you must receive the recommended doses of approved vaccines by these dates:
- Pfizer – First dose on or by September 13, second dose or by October 4
- Moderna – First dose on or by September 6, second dose on or by October 4
- Johnson & Johnson – Single dose on or by October 4
Medical or Religious Exemptions
Students who wish to claim an exemption for medical or religious reasons must complete the online vaccine attestation form and provide documentation of a medical or health condition that prevents them from receiving a vaccine, or documentation that their sincerely held religious belief is in contradiction to taking a vaccine.
Personal or Philosophical Exemptions
The state no longer allows college students to claim an exemption for personal or philosophical reasons. Any student who already claimed that exemption at Shoreline must submit a new online vaccine attestation form and either attest to receiving a vaccine or claim a medical or religious exemption.
On-Campus Vaccine Clinics
Pop-up COVID-19 vaccine clinics are available on campus through October 8 for all students, employees, and the public Mondays & Wednesdays 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (closed September 6) and Fridays 9 a.m. – noon. Sign up for an appointment now; some drop-in appointments will also be available.
Questions?
I encourage you to read about Shoreline’s vaccination requirements, approved vaccines, privacy concerns, and more on the College’s COVID-19 web page. If you do not see the information you are looking for, you may also contact the Office of Students, Equity & Success at vp-ses@shoreline.edu.
I understand the latest changes around these requirements may impact your choice to enroll at Shoreline. The College is working diligently to ensure we provide updates to you in a timely manner so you can make decisions regarding your educational plans that fit your needs.
We look forward to safely welcoming many of you back on campus starting September 29!
Thank you,
Phillip J. King
Acting President
Posted in Announcements, Education Legislation, Services for Students Tagged with: covid
August 5th, 2021 by pio@shoreline.edu
Did you know 25% of Shoreline’s classes this fall will have an in-person component?
Our flexible learning options mean you can pick a course format that’s best for you:
🌐 Online: Remote learning on your own time
💬 Live Online: Remote learning in real time
💻🙋♀️ Hybrid: Combined online & in-person learning
Learn more: www.shoreline.edu/classschedule
Posted in Announcements, Services for Students Tagged with: covid
July 30th, 2021 by pio@shoreline.edu
Dear Shoreline Community College Students,
The faculty, staff, and administration at Shoreline are very excited to have so many of you returning to campus in the fall. We want you to know that your safety is our top priority!
Governor Jay Inslee released a new proclamation with updated COVID-19 guidance for Washington colleges. The full proclamation is available online, it provides two paths forward for colleges: (1) require vaccinations on campus and operate with no social distancing requirements; or (2) have no vaccine requirement and operate under many of the same restrictions that were in place this past year.
Based on this guidance, we have made the decision that, effective September 7, 2021, Shoreline Community College will require students, staff, and faculty to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. However, as there continue to be concerns related to new variants of the virus, and to ensure a safe environment, the College will continue to require that masks be worn at all times while indoors in settings with other people (offices, meetings, classrooms).
Students who are taking classes on campus will need to provide this verification before classes begin in Fall 2021, unless they are claiming a medical, religious, or philosophical (personal) exemption. Please note, students who are enrolled exclusively in online or virtual classes and will not be required to verify their vaccination status. We are currently developing a system that will allow you to submit COVID-19 vaccination verification or exemption. Watch for more details on this process in the coming weeks.
In tandem with the gradual re-opening of our campuses, the College will continue to offer robust online learning options and virtual services so that all of our students can learn in the environment that works best for them with the support they need, as they pursue their education at Shoreline.
Our hope is that being a fully vaccinated campus will be the best and quickest way for us to get back to in-person learning in a way that protects our individual and collective health and safety while maintaining an abundance of caution.
While this message provides a broad overview regarding the direction the College will be moving in, the College will continue to post updated COVID guidance and FAQs in the coming weeks.
Together we triumph!
Sincerely,
Phillip King
Acting President
Posted in Announcements Tagged with: covid
June 28th, 2021 by pio@shoreline.edu
Shoreline Community College is pleased to announce the the summer application for the COVID-19 Pandemic Assistance Fund is now open!
All students are encouraged to apply (including students who are international, domestic, or are part of Running Start, CEO, ESL, or Adult Basic Education).
You could qualify for up to a maximum of $2,165 to help with tuition, technology, textbooks, rent, food, childcare, or healthcare expenses.
Apply now while summer quarter funds are still available. See if you’re eligible.
Questions? Please contact emergencyaid@shoreline.edu.
Sincerely,
Financial Aid Office
Posted in Announcements, Free, Scholarships, Services for Students Tagged with: covid
June 28th, 2021 by pio@shoreline.edu
Hello Shoreline students:
Summer instruction will begin on Monday, June 28, 2021. Given our region’s downward trend in COVID-19 infection rates and the success of King County vaccination efforts, the College is increasing its hybrid on-campus course offerings this summer.
As we gradually return to an in-person modality, safety continues to be our top priority. Students, faculty and staff should all be aware of the current COVID-19 protocols. Read the FAQs below for a reminder about the guidelines for on-campus presence.
How do I access campus?
If you are a student or visitor, you must submit a Campus Access form prior to arriving on campus. A new attestation is required each day. Upon arrival each day, students and visitors will be required to go to the check-in station in Room 2910.
What if I need to pick up or return materials to campus?
If you are only picking up or dropping off materials from your vehicle and not accessing any buildings or spaces on campus, you should use Shoreline’s Curbside Pickup/Drop-Off program, located in Room 2905. To access this service:
What are the rules while on campus?
Mask wearing, social distancing, and cleaning practices continue for all on-campus activities. Hybrid class sizes have been adjusted to ensure appropriate social distancing and safety protocols. The College is following Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) guidelines regarding appropriate building air filtration.
Students must do the following when coming to campus:
- Wear a mask at all times while indoors on campus, regardless of vaccination status.
- Mask wearing is not required while outdoors.
- Fill out a Campus Access Form to check in and out of campus each day.
- Stay home if you are feeling sick.
- Follow any specific class safety practices communicated at the start of the quarter.
Do I need to be vaccinated?*
COVID-19 vaccinations are not currently required at Shoreline, but state higher education guidance could change in the future. The College strongly recommends all students and employees get a vaccine. Find a vaccine location near you.
*Certain programs require students and faculty to be vaccinated. Students in these programs will have already been contacted.
What student services are on campus?
All student services will continue to operate remotely throughout summer quarter. As we plan for a gradual return to on-campus services in the fall, we will do all that we can to ensure a safe environment for students, faculty, and staff.
Certain areas in the Pagoda Union Building (PUB) will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Mask wearing will be required except while eating and social distancing will be required. Areas open to students include:
- Second floor bathrooms (main floor)
- Food area (main floor)
- Second floor lobby (main floor)
The first and third floors of the PUB will remain closed.
Please reference the College’s COVID-19 web page for more detailed information about the College’s guidelines.
Thank you for your cooperation with the guidelines listed above. I am confident that by working together, our campus will continue to be a safe and productive environment for all.
Sincerely,
Phillip J. King
Vice President for Student Learning, Equity & Success
Posted in Announcements, Services for Students Tagged with: covid
June 17th, 2021 by pio@shoreline.edu
The COVID Check-In Station has been moved from the Automotive Showroom to the
lower level of Building 2900 in Room 2909. This move was necessitated by the 2500 building (Manufacturing program) needing space for classes.
The new location for the Check-In Station is next to the Curbside pick-up/drop-off area. There is signage directing students from the main gate to the 2900 building.
This location will be staffed starting Monday June 28, the first day of Summer Quarter. It will be open Monday-Thursday 6:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Thank you,
Ric (James Doike-Foreman)
Systems Administration
Technology Support Services
Posted in Announcements, Services for Students Tagged with: covid
June 1st, 2021 by pio@shoreline.edu
Dear Colleague,
As the current academic year nears an end and we marked the one-year anniversary of our shift to remote learning and operations due to COVID-19, I want to share what the next six months will look like on our campus.
The College remains under the guidance of the Higher Education Reopening plan, which has been in place since spring 2020 (and is separate from the Healthy Washington plan other organizations follow). The Governor may update the Higher Education plan with new guidance for the 2021-22 academic year, but until then, Shoreline continues to adhere to the same guidance we have been following all year.
Summer Campus Status
As previously announced, the College is continuing predominantly remote learning and operations through summer quarter (through August 24, 2021), with some additional hybrid classes added to allow for some additional in-person learning opportunities.
Fall Campus Status
Based on current public health data and results from our campus surveys, up to 25% of Shoreline’s fall quarter classes will have an in-person component. The rest of our classes will remain online, as will most of our operations (through December 16, 2021). We may increase the availability of some on-campus support services, and we will share these updates as they become available. Curbside pickup/drop-off service will remain available.
Three course formats will be offered in fall to better meet students’ learning goals:
- Online – Fully online class with no scheduled meeting date/time
- Live Online – Fully online class with scheduled virtual meeting dates/times
- Hybrid – A combination of traditional in-person and online instruction
On-Campus Safety Procedures
Mask wearing, social distancing, and cleaning practices continue for all on-campus activities. Hybrid class sizes have been adjusted to ensure appropriate social distancing and safety protocols. The College is following Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) guidelines regarding appropriate building air filtration.
Students must do the following when coming to campus:
- Wear a mask at all times on campus, regardless of vaccination status
- Fill out a Campus Access Form to check in and out of campus each day they are on campus
- Stay home if they are feeling sick
- Follow any specific class safety practices communicated at the start of the quarter
Employees coming to campus must continue to follow the practices described on the COVID-19 faculty/staff page.
Vaccination Requirements
COVID-19 vaccinations are not currently required at Shoreline, but it is possible state higher education guidance could change in the future. The College strongly recommends all students and employees get a vaccine if they have not already. Find a vaccine location near you.
While there is so much hope on the horizon, we know caution and safety is still paramount when it comes to successfully preparing for the gradual reopening of the College campus. As we remain vigilant, we also look forward to welcoming more students and employees on our beautiful campus this fall.
Respectfully,
Cheryl Roberts, Ed.D.
President
Posted in Announcements Tagged with: covid
May 14th, 2021 by pio@shoreline.edu
Dear Student,
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the State of Washington recently shared updated guidance regarding fully vaccinated individuals not being required to wear masks in most indoor or outdoor spaces. I would like to clarify that this guidance does not apply to colleges and universities, which follow the requirements of the Higher Education Re-Opening Plan.
Shoreline Community College will continue to follow the appropriate guidance for higher education, which at this time, includes mask wearing and six-foot distancing for any in-person activities. The approval process to come to campus remains in place, along with the use of the Campus Access Form. Should this guidance be updated at any point, we will share more information with the campus community.
For more information about our COVID-19 protocols, please visit www.shoreline.edu/COVID19.
Respectfully,
Cheryl Roberts, Ed.D.
President
Posted in Announcements Tagged with: covid
April 16th, 2021 by pio@shoreline.edu
Spring quarter
COVID-19 Pandemic Assistance Fund dollars are available for students experiencing hardship due to the pandemic.
- Qualified students can request up to a maximum of $2,115 per quarter for tuition, technology, textbooks, rent, food, childcare, or healthcare expenses
- Students who have applied in a previous quarter may apply again
- Applications will remain open until all funds are dispersed
Learn who’s eligible:
www.shoreline.edu/covidfund
Questions? Email
emergencyaid@shoreline.edu
Posted in Announcements, Scholarships Tagged with: covid
