Bates Technical College

This document, aligned with the 2024-2029 Strategic Plan Scorecard, provides a comprehensive analysis of student success measures for first-time entering cohorts from 2017 to 2024. It examines key academic milestones such as credit attainment (15, 30, and 45 credits in Year 1), completion of Math and English in the first year, retention, and completion rates within two years, as well as post-college employment rates and earnings at Year 4. All measures are disaggregated by age, gender, race/ethnicity, and need-based aid status to identify equity gaps, assess performance trends, and inform strategic planning and continuous improvement efforts, with comparisons to peer institutions.

This document is the Strategic Plan Scorecard for Bates Technical College, outlining the institution's strategic direction through three primary goals: Workforce Education, Student Focus, and Intentional Engagement. The plan aims to deliver industry-driven education at the forefront of emerging trends, foster an inclusive and holistic student experience, and engage stakeholders to provide equitable access for the community. Each goal includes specific objectives and indicators to measure progress towards these strategic priorities.

This document serves as an appendix to a 2024-29 Strategic Plan Score Card, providing a national peer comparison to benchmark various institutional performance metrics. It examines key indicators related to IPEDS Fall Enrollment, Financial Aid, student Retention Rates, 150% Graduation Rates, 4-Year Completion Rates, and the Return on Investment for certificate and associate degree earners. Comparisons are made against peer institutions selected based on specific Carnegie Classification, size, and degree-awarding criteria.

The Board reviewed and approved the 2026-2027 S&A Fee and the Board Policy BP1160 Code of Ethics. The President's report covered the budget, the new allocation model, the upcoming financial audit, and departmental IT projects including AI implementation. Additional updates were provided regarding the upcoming accreditation visit, Faculty and PTE Professional Development Day, spring quarter enrollment, CRM software implementation, and preparations for commencement. Committee reports included summaries from the Legislative Action Committee and the College Council, and it was agreed to remove Pierce County Coordinating Council updates from future agendas.

The board meeting agenda included updates from the Faculty Union, PTE Union, and the Associated Student Government. Key action items involved the approval of the 2026-2027 program fee and tuition schedule, as well as the review and approval of Board Policy BP1260 concerning recognition awards. The President's report covered the 2026-2027 operating budget, instructional updates, and student services. Additionally, the board received committee reports on legislative action and policy review, and discussed holding an executive session regarding legal matters.