Rachel Madigan

This document details Central Virginia Community College's (CVCC) annual student success outcomes for 2024, evaluating performance against 2015 baseline data and comparing results to previous years or peer averages. The plan focuses on key areas including increasing admissions and enrollment yields (Connection), enhancing first-year student success in credit and gateway courses (Entry), improving retention and progression rates for both full-time and part-time students (Retention & Progression), and boosting overall completion rates for certifications, degrees, and transfers, with specific attention to underserved populations (Completion).

The meeting included the introduction of a new board member and student presentations regarding their academic experiences. Resolutions of appreciation were presented to outgoing members. The board approved the addition of the VCCS Common Curriculum for Advanced Placement Bridge to Paramedic Career Studies Certificate, multiple local fund budget requests including equipment for the fitness center and planning for the 60th anniversary, and the college's mission statement. Departmental reports covered updates on digital accessibility, infrastructure projects, IT initiatives including cybersecurity and cloud services, institutional advancement and fundraising, SACSCOC compliance, human resources policies, and police department activities. The President highlighted the college's application for the Aspen Prize and reviewed institutional accomplishments.

The board meeting included a walkthrough of the EMS department's new immersive classroom technology. Key actions included the selection of a new vice chair and the approval of several items from the Facilities and Finance Committee, such as the 2026-2027 Local Fund Budget, adjustments to parking fees, a contingency fund increase for the President's Office, financial statements, and funding for the Student Activities Director. Reports were provided on college achievements, personnel changes, ongoing campus facility projects, institutional advancement efforts, survey results, and legislative budget updates at the state level. Additionally, the board reviewed the President's performance evaluation.

The board meeting featured a discussion on procedural updates for voting, specifically mandating roll-call votes for all action items. A presentation was provided regarding the DOL Strengthening Community Colleges Training Grant and the CareerLink program, which focuses on workforce training and job readiness in the Advanced Manufacturing sector. The board approved the discontinuance of the Associate of Applied Science-Engineering Technology program and confirmed new appointments to the Curriculum Advisory Committee. Financial actions included the approval of the first quarter 2025-2026 Local Funds budget and a carryover request for tutoring expenses. Administrative reports covered updates on academic accessibility compliance, campus infrastructure and renovations, student enrollment, and institutional advancement initiatives. Additionally, the board approved the creation of legislative correspondence to advocate for renovation funding.

This Quality Enhancement Plan, titled "Solving for Success," outlines Central Virginia Community College's five-year strategy to enhance the student experience and boost academic achievement. The plan focuses on increasing the success of students in completing required Gateway mathematics courses within their first year of enrollment. Key objectives include fostering academic self-efficacy and math readiness, developing essential study skills and habits, promoting access to comprehensive support services such as the Care Network and Math Achievement Learning Labs, encouraging active academic engagement through regular attendance and participation, and advocating for the use of active and collaborative learning strategies. The plan targets an annual 5% increase in Gateway math enrollment within the first three semesters and a 3% annual increase in successful course completion, aiming for 46% success by Fall 2028.