What does it mean to live CCRI's Guiding Principles?
Year of Learning: Living Our Guiding Principles
For the 2026–27 academic year, CCRI invites faculty and staff to participate in the Year of Learning: a college-wide professional development experience designed to help us explore how
our Guiding Principles shape the way we lead, collaborate, innovate, and support student
success.
Student success isn't owned by one department, one initiative, or one person. It is
built through the everyday actions, decisions, and relationships of every employee
across the college. Throughout the year, we'll learn from one another, gain new perspectives
from higher education leaders, and discover practical ways to bring our Guiding Principles
to life in our daily work.
Whether you work directly with students or behind the scenes, you play an essential
role in creating the culture and experiences that help our students thrive.
Why participate?
Learn from colleagues across the college through authentic stories and shared experiences.
Gain practical strategies you can immediately apply in your role.
Connect with current ideas and best practices from higher education leaders.
Knight Points
The Center for Teaching Excellence developed Knight Points. This year, staff will
have the opportunity to earn points, too! By participating in CCRI's Year of Learning
events, you will receive Knight Points. When you earn enough points, you'll receive
either a Green or Gold Knight certificate. After each session, a QR code will be shared
so you can verify you attended the session and receive your points. More opportunities
for points will be developed so make sure to read your email and Knight Knowledge.
Green Level - 35 points 🌟
Gold Level - 70 points 🌟
A panel discussion with CCRI faculty and staff wherethey shareauthentic stories about howWe Believe in Our Students, We Champion Equity, andWe Pursue Creative Solutionscome to life through their work, leadership, and commitment to student success.
Following the panel discussion,we'lltake a deeper dive into each Guiding Principle through monthly learning experiences
that combine outside perspectives andinteractive workshops to help participants translate these principles into everyday
practice. September will focus on We Believe in Our Students.
Following the panel discussion,we'lltake a deeper dive into each Guiding Principle through monthly learning experiences
that combine outside perspectives andinteractive workshops to help participants translate these principles into everyday
practice. October will focus on We Champion Equity.
Following the panel discussion,we'lltake a deeper dive into each Guiding Principle through monthly learning experiences
that combine outside perspectives andinteractive workshops to help participants translate these principles into everyday
practice. October will focus on We Pursue Creative Soltions.
Join campus leaders as they discuss howWe Follow Through, We Communicate and Collaborate, andWe Strive for Excellence and Resultsinfluenceleadership, strengthen collaboration, and drive continuous improvement across CCRI.
Following the panel discussion,we'lltake a deeper dive into each Guiding Principle through monthly learning experiences
that combine outside perspectives andinteractive workshops to help participants translate these principles into everyday
practice. February will focus on We Follow Through.
📆Wednesday, February 17 ⏰TBD 📍TBD 🌟Knight Points: 5
Following the panel discussion,we'lltake a deeper dive into each Guiding Principle through monthly learning experiences
that combine outside perspectives andinteractive workshops to help participants translate these principles into everyday
practice. March 3 will focus on We Communicate and Collaborate.
📆Wednesday, March 3 ⏰TBD 📍TBD 🌟Knight Points: 5
Following the panel discussion,we'lltake a deeper dive into each Guiding Principle through monthly learning experiences
that combine outside perspectives andinteractive workshops to help participants translate these principles into everyday
practice. March 30 will focus on We Strive for Excellence and Results.
📆Tuesday, March 30 ⏰TBD 📍TBD 🌟Knight Points: 5
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We hope you find employment at CCRI not only personally rewarding, but also an opportunity
to participate in fulfilling CCRI's mission of helping others reach their educational
and professional goals.
