The California Community College system is the largest system of higher education in the world, with 114 colleges organized into 72 districts, serving over 2 million students. The colleges are publicly supported and locally oriented institutions that offer associate degrees, transfer education, and workforce development programs. They are part of California's three-tiered, public postsecondary educational system--the California Community Colleges, California State University, and University of California. This report includes information on: (1) California Community Colleges; (2) The Governing Board; (3) Toward an Effective Board; (4) Policy, Planning, and Monitoring; (5) The Board and the CEO; (6) Board/Staff Relationships; (7) Fiscal Responsibilities; and (8) Resources. [The "Trustee Handbook" is updated annually.]