Mission, Vision, and Beliefs

Mission
Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) provides access to higher education for the local community and to those who show an interest in our unique and supportive environment. LTCC focuses on enhancing the intellectual, cultural, and economic vitality of our diverse community by offering opportunities for students to achieve their educational, professional, and personal goals through the provision of:

• Developmental education to achieve basic foundational skills in English, including reading and writing, and mathematics, which are essential for students to succeed in the workforce and higher education.
• Professional and career education to achieve employment, and enhanced career and technical skills for job advancement, in order to stimulate the development of an increasingly diverse local economy, and to advance California's economic growth and global competitiveness.
• Lower division post-secondary education to achieve transfer to a four-year post-secondary educational institution and success in obtaining a degree.
• General education to achieve critical thinking and communication skills, global awareness, personal responsibility, and professional development.

LTCC is committed to fostering innovation and sustainable practices that contribute to institutional effectiveness and student success, verified by a process of assessment, and supported by integrated planning and resource allocation.

Vision
Lake Tahoe Community College will provide outstanding educational opportunities for every student in a personal learning community. Guided by our commitment to learning, we will be known for our innovative instructional programs delivered in a student-oriented environment. Academic excellence and strong community partnerships will afford our students the experiences necessary for their future.

"A Personal Learning Community for all Seasons"

Beliefs
We at Lake Tahoe Community College believe:

• Students come first
• An educated citizenry is fundamental
• Learning enhances the quality of life
• Innovation, integrity, high standards and the pursuit of excellence are essential
• Diversity enriches
• We make a difference