News Release

IWV Campus

CCCC Holds Event for Local Fifth Graders

May 10, 2007

The Cerro Coso Community College Counseling Office hosted an "I'm Going to College" event for local fifth graders on Monday, May 7, 2007. Students from Richmond,Las Flores, Inyokern, and Immanuel Christian Elementary Schools were on campus to learn about the opportunities that await them at Cerro Coso Community College. The 5th graders were welcomed by Dr. Mary Retterer, Interim President; Jill Board, Vice President of Student Services; Dick Adams, Athletics Director and Head Baseball Coach; JoAnn Spiller, Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships; and Heather Ostash, Director of Counseling. The 5th graders were given tours of the campus by members of the Cerro Coso student body (Student Ambassadors, Baseball Players, Student Workers, and Student Volunteers). The fifth graders enjoyed three different demonstrations given by Dick Benson, Professor of Art; Melinda Fogle-Oliver, Associate Professor of Drama; and Debby Kilburn, Professor of Computer Information Systems. To top off the day, the student enjoyed a great lunch in the Coyote Kitchen by Dale Olmsted and his crew. "This event is tailored to excite and encourage students to attend college. In addition, it assists and familiarizes students with the different opportunities that are available to them when they decide to attend college," stated Heather Ostash.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Joann Handeland, Director of Public Information (760) 384-6230