Nestled between the redwood-covered Santa Cruz Mountains, the abundant Pajaro Valley, and the sparkling shores of Monterey Bay, the area offers a unique combination of serene beaches, scenic hiking and biking trails, one of the nation's top-producing agricultural regions, and a thriving arts and culinary scene. Located intentionally in the middle of the County, the Cabrillo College main campus is located in Aptos, which boasts a strong sense of community, excellent schools, and easy access to iconic spots like Nisene Marks State Park, Seacliff State Beach, and the historic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. To the south is the beautiful Pajaro Valley, among the nation's leading agricultural communities, and the City of Watsonville, with its deep-rooted traditions and home to the Cabrillo College Watsonville Center, which also serves portions of Monterey and San Benito Counties. To the north, the nearby city of Santa Cruz brings a rich blend of innovation, progressive values, and environmental consciousness, making the region a natural fit for leaders committed to educational equity and community engagement. Further north, the communities of Scotts Valley and San Lorenzo Valley feature beautiful hiking and biking trails in the Santa Cruz Mountains, the opportunity to live in mountain communities, and easy access to the Silicon Valley. With its temperate climate, breathtaking vistas, and close proximity to Silicon Valley and the Pajaro Valley, Santa Cruz County offers not just a place to work, but a truly inspiring place to live.