Melanie McKinney

The board meeting focused on departmental reports regarding community and workforce education programs, including the Holdridge Center's history and current operations, the rapid response to layoffs at Tyson Meats, and grant updates. Discussion highlights included the expansion of the early college program and the awarding of ACE scholarships. Additionally, the board approved claims, discussed upcoming educational initiatives in various communities, and reviewed ongoing professional development conferences such as the regenerative agriculture conference, fire school, and childcare provider training.

The meeting included discussions on strategies to increase on-campus enrollment, such as expanding athletic programs, and the planning of future feasibility studies for new residence halls and community facilities. A presentation was provided regarding the annual report development process, highlighting a student-led collaborative project. Additionally, the meeting featured a report on a partnership with Head Start, focusing on providing essential dental hygiene assessments, screenings, and oral health education to children in rural areas facing barriers to care.

The meeting included discussions about sending a card to Sam Ken's wife, roll call, and introduction of guests. The board reviewed claims for the November board meeting and approved consent items, including the appointment of a new board member. There was a presentation on the foundation's annual report, covering financial status, assets, revenue, and expenses. Projects like the automotive car training center and shotgun sports were discussed, along with strategic planning and team updates.

The CCC Success Coach Program is a strategic initiative focused on providing semi-structured, high-level coaching to approximately 180+ students during the 2022-2023 academic year. The program aims to encourage student persistence to award completion. Coaches will build rapport with students, provide 4-7 coaching interactions per semester, monitor academic performance, collaborate with other staff, and act as liaisons to connect students with resources and support services. The program is currently in a pilot phase with participants including Buffet Scholars and students below standards of progress. Future plans include hiring a full-time director and establishing key metrics to measure program effectiveness.

Central Community College's 2020-2025 Mission, Vision, and Values document outlines a strategic plan focused on maximizing student and community success. The vision is to be the best choice for facilitating students' achievement of lifelong educational goals, developing a skilled workforce through work-based learning, and advancing communities through partnerships. Core values include access, student success, preparation, partnerships, diversity, return on investment, continuous quality improvement, creativity, and leadership. Impactful initiatives include expanding access through flexible delivery methods, implementing a Success Coach program to improve student retention and completion rates, and expanding work-based learning and apprenticeships to connect students with high-demand careers. The desired outcomes are to create completers, critical thinkers, and contributors who are prepared for success in a global society and make positive contributions to their communities.