Preparing a Diverse Population for Work. Agenda Item/Subject Information/Action/Presenter 1. CALL TO ORDER A. Notation of Quorum B. Flag Salute 2. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Action A. September 16, 2014 Regular Meeting 3. COMMUNICATIONS Information A. Introduction • Michelle Campbell, Executive Director Institutional Advancement B. Correspondence C. General Information D. Comments from the Audience E. Human Resources Report F. Communications and Marketing Report G. RTC Foundation Report 4. ACTION ITEMS Action 5. DISCUSSION/REPORTS A. Student Leadership Jahnee Loudermilk B. Renton Federation of Teachers Gary Neill C. Board of Trustees 1) Faculty Tenure Advancements Jodi Novotny 2) President Search Update Trustee Palmer/Lesley Hogan 3) Automotive Complex - Remodel Update Matt Lane, McGranahan Architects 4) ACCT Leadership Conference Report Trustees Page and Palmer 5) TACTC Transforming Lives Committee Report Trustees McAbee and Unti • RTC Trustee Scholarship for RTC Student Award 6) TACTC Legislation Action Committee Report Trustee Page 7) TACTC Fall Conference Report • Aspen Panel Jodi Novotny D. President Steve Hanson 1) Vice President Biden Visit to RTC 2) Aspen Site Visit 3) WACTC Reports E. Instruction Jodi Novotny 1) Academic Plan - Update on New Programs Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 Roberts Campus Center, Board Room I-202 7:30 a.m.
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Preparing a Diverse Population for Work.
Agenda Item/Subject Information/Action/Presenter 1. CALL TO ORDER
A. Notation of Quorum B. Flag Salute
2. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Action
A. September 16, 2014 Regular Meeting
3. COMMUNICATIONS Information A. Introduction
• Michelle Campbell, Executive Director Institutional Advancement B. Correspondence C. General Information D. Comments from the Audience E. Human Resources Report F. Communications and Marketing Report G. RTC Foundation Report
4. ACTION ITEMS Action
5. DISCUSSION/REPORTS
A. Student Leadership Jahnee Loudermilk
B. Renton Federation of Teachers Gary Neill
C. Board of Trustees 1) Faculty Tenure Advancements Jodi Novotny 2) President Search Update Trustee Palmer/Lesley Hogan 3) Automotive Complex - Remodel Update Matt Lane, McGranahan Architects 4) ACCT Leadership Conference Report Trustees Page and Palmer 5) TACTC Transforming Lives Committee Report Trustees McAbee and Unti
• RTC Trustee Scholarship for RTC Student Award 6) TACTC Legislation Action Committee Report Trustee Page 7) TACTC Fall Conference Report
• Aspen Panel Jodi Novotny
D. President Steve Hanson 1) Vice President Biden Visit to RTC 2) Aspen Site Visit 3) WACTC Reports
E. Instruction Jodi Novotny 1) Academic Plan - Update on New Programs
Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 Roberts Campus Center, Board Room I-202 7:30 a.m.
Preparing a Diverse Population for Work.
F. Student Services 1) Financial Aid Success Debbie Solomon
G. Administration/Finance 1) Operating Funds Budget Status Reports Melinda Merrell 2) Fiscal Health Measures
6. MEETINGS Information
A. December 16, 2014
7. EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. An Executive Session may be called for any reason allowed under the Open Public Meetings Act (RCW 42.30).
B. Announcement of time Executive Session will conclude.
8. ACTION Action
A. Action items, if any, that may be necessary to be taken as a result of matters considered in the Executive Session.
9. ADJOURNMENT Action Event Reminders:
• December 4, 2014 | RTC Holiday Buffet
• January 28-29, 2015 | TACTC Winter Conference – Red Lion Olympia
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 1. CALL TO ORDER SUBJECT:
BOARD CONSIDERATION
Information
Action
BACKGROUND: Board Chair Susan Palmer will carry out the Notation of Quorum and the Flag Salute. RECOMMENDATION: None.
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 2. ADOPTION OF MINUTES SUBJECT: A. September 16, 2014
BOARD CONSIDERATION
Information X Action
BACKGROUND: The minutes of the September 16, 2014 meeting are attached for the Board of Trustees approval. RECOMMENDATION: Approval as presented.
STUDY SESSION State Assistant Attorney General, John Clark provided government training on the Open Public Meetings Act; RCW Chapter 42.30 and the Public Records Act; RCW Chapter 42.56. This training will satisfy the requirement for the Board of Trustees and other members of the college that were in attendance. MINUTES 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 8:37 a.m. by Board Chair, Trustee Palmer. A quorum was
established. Trustee Palmer led the flag salute.
2. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
A. Board Chair Trustee Palmer asked for corrections and/or additions to the following minutes:
August 19, 2014 Special Meeting/Retreat
Trustee Page introduced a motion to approve the August 19, 2014 meeting minutes as presented. Trustee Unti seconded, and the motion carried.
3. COMMUNICATIONS
A. Introductions President Hanson introduced the new RTC Foundation Director, Ms. Heather Giron-Fritts. Ms. Giron-Fritts comes from the non-profit sector, from positions in both Snohomish and King County. We are pleased to welcome Ms. Giron-Fritts to RTC.
B. Correspondence Trustee Palmer shared a variety of published articles from
several sources in our community.
C. General Information President Hanson informed trustees that this was Ms. Mary Kate Richardson’s last Board meeting. Ms. Richardson has been offered an opportunity at Tacoma Public Schools, and the opportunity to work closer to home. Trustees thanked Ms. Richardson for her contributions to the college, and wished her success in her new position.
D. Comments from the Audience There were no comments from the audience. E. Human Resources Report The written report included personnel activity for the
month of August, 2014. There were no comments or questions.
Board of Trustees Regular Meeting September 16, 2014 Roberts Campus Center Board Room I-202 7:30 a.m.
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F. Communications and Marketing Report The written report was included in the meeting materials. Ms. Kendra Smith informed trustees that the new RTC website is now live, and shared a short demo of the new site.
4. ACTION
A. There were no action items.
5. DISCUSSION/REPORTS
A. Student Leadership ASG President, Robert Taylor informed trustees that he had graduated from the Culinary Arts Program, and is enrolled this year in the Professional Baking Program. He introduced his successor, Jahnee Loudermilk, as the new ASG President, and welcomed her to join the trustees at the table. Ms. Loudermilk commented that she joined student leadership thanks to encouragement from Mr. Taylor and Ms. Supinski. RTC student leaders attended the LEAD2014 Conference in Wenatchee to learn leadership skills and to network and share ideas with 400+ student leaders from other community and technical colleges in Washington. Student leaders also participated in a mandatory Student Leadership Summer Orientation on campus, successfully meeting agreed upon outcomes. A Welcome Wednesday Barbeque and Information Fair is scheduled for September 24, 2014, during the lunch hour. The Student Leadership Team is looking forward to a positive year, with 18 members on the executive leadership team and 20 student tutors; approximately 40 student leaders on the payroll. The trustees welcomed Ms. Loudermilk to her new role as ASG President, and informed her that they look forward to future reports that provide a tempo to the Board from student leadership.
B. Renton Federation of Teachers RFT President, Gary Neill introduced himself as the new RFT President. He shared a brief presentation of his 16 years at the college, with a testimony from one of his students regarding his teaching style. Mr. Neill shared his concerns for feeling valued at the college, as well as his disappointment in escalated hiring of administrative-exempt personnel at the college versus faculty hiring during his tenure. Mr. Neill also shared his belief that the faculty members are the reason that RTC is in the running for the Aspen Prize, as one of the top 10 colleges in the nation, and student success is a direct result of the faculty. The faculty will begin preparing for faculty negotiations with the college. There has not been any salary increase for many years, and not paying faculty cannot continue. The faculty needs the support of the presidents, trustees, and the state board. Paying for education is critical. Mr. Martin Paquette, RFT Vice President Rights and Responsibilities and Simone Terrell, RFT Vice President Personnel were introduced. Mr. Neill shared his desire to work collaboratively with President Hanson to prepare for a new incoming President. The trustees thanked Mr. Neill and reminded him that the Aspen Foundation recognizes the entire organization in our efforts; unity doesn’t have to mean everyone agrees, but that we are all in this together. Trustee Page informed Mr. Neill that as TACTC president-elect, he is attending all State Board meetings, TACTC Trustees meetings, and WACTC Presidents meetings; all of whom are supportive of salary increases for faculty and staff.
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C. Board of Trustees
1) President Search Update Ms. Lesley Hogan, Human Resource Director informed the trustees that the President Search committee met on September 8, 2014. The meeting was good, robust, and came away with the selection of a committee chair; Mr. Eric Palo, Library Director. Two campus forums will be scheduled next week; 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. in the Blencoe Auditorium. The Presidential search page on the new RTC website was previewed, showing the public view timeline. Public forum questions and the survey has also been included on the web page. Ms. Hogan shared information about next steps, and the need to keep applicants confidential until they become finalists and open to public scrutiny.
2) Board Goals/Activities/Priorities Board Chair Trustee Palmer led the trustees through discussion about the 2014-15 Board goals, activities, and priorities. It was recommended that the goals be kept to a minimum, with the number one priority being to hire a new president. Trustee orientation and the tenure process are priorities that need to be defined. Work needs to be oriented to provide professionalism, maximizing the policy role in the college to define what a new president will be able to accomplish. Trustees must be able to define their vision, and be clear about expectations with a new president. The mission for the next year needs to be a priority. Trustee Page informed trustees that TACTC has been working diligently with the Governor’s office to replace trustees from colleges as trustee terms expire. Trustee SenGupta’s term will expire September 30, 2014; she has agreed to continue in her role until she is replaced by the Governor’s office.
• Board Priorities: Board orientation, campus safety and security, and the tenure process.
• Goal: Hire a new president for the college.
• Activities: Attend RTC campus events, and TACTC events.
Fundamentally, the Board of Trustees is evolving and Trustee Page commented that our goal is to follow our mission; “to be the premier technical college”. . .
D. President’s Report
President Hanson informed trustees that no WACTC meeting has taken place since the July retreat, for which he reported on at the August retreat. The next meeting is scheduled September 25-26, 2014 at Pierce College, Puyallup.
• An Allocation/Implementation sub-committee has been formed. President Ed Brewster, Chair of the Allocation Committee asked six presidents to serve on the committee; Christine Johnson from Spokane, Linda Kaminski from Yakima Valley, Bob Knight from Clark, David Mitchell from Everett, Tom Keegan from Skagit, and President Hanson from RTC. The sub-committee is a good representation from districts, urban colleges, and technical colleges. The sub-committee will discuss the percent of allocation for student achievement, weighting for high-demand, high-cost enrollments, weighting for ABE enrollments, stop-loss and stop-gain percentages, timing and other implementation issues. This committee will meet within the WACTC meeting schedule. These decisions
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are crucial for technical colleges, as technical colleges cannot generate the large tuition-generating enrollments that are typical at community colleges.
• The Fall Kick Off was held on September 11, 2014. It was a very positive event, which included faculty and staff excellence awards. The following day, Trustee SenGupta did a fantastic job delivering a keynote address to the college faculty and staff to kick off the Faculty In-service day.
• We were notified yesterday, by Achieving the Dream, that we have been recertified as a leader college for Achieving the Dream. The news is currently embargoed at this time, until their press release has been published next week. There are significant commitments tied to the recertification. This, along with the Aspen recognition is extremely important; there are only two colleges in the Western United States recognized by Aspen and both are in Washington State. Achieving the Dream views us as national leaders with national recognition. The trustees commented that this was very positive and a very timely recognition to honor the end of President Hanson’s career with the college; the importance of the culture of evidence and what has been done to build that. The Aspen recognition is that we are the premier technical college; perhaps a revision of the vision statement will be appropriate with the arrival of a new president. We truly are unique, and we do not often blow our own horn.
• The Trustees thanked President Hanson for his willingness to serve on the Allocation Committee. We cannot compete with private industry to keep our good administration people, including salaries. We are fortunate to have President Hanson on this committee.
• One of the goals for this coming year is to demonstrate what the outcomes are in each course and how we are assessing them. Benchmarks will be set; we have had competencies and outcomes, but we need to include benchmarks. Benchmarks establish what students are expected to know and accomplish; making sure it leads to the stated goal.
E. Instruction
Vice President Novotny informed the trustees that we have had a great start to the year. The faculty returned last week. Michelle Lesmeister will be hosting a WestEd training conference on campus for Reading Apprenticeship Training.
Everyone was reminded of our success in surpassing the State enrollment target of ninety-six percent (96%) last year, which was great news. In proportion, this year needs to be the same; enrollments are currently strong and need to remain steady. We will continue to maintain a large and robust Adult Basic Education (ABE), taking an approach to stay steady in General Education classes.
Noel Levitz recently completed our Academic Plan, which included a space utilization piece done by Ad Astra. This piece shows that we are underutilized during certain times of the day. We are moving forward with the BAS degree (an evening hybrid course). The cohort model has been a strength of the college, and we understand how that correlates to our high completion rates. We also know that offering classes from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. prevents many students from accessing our programs. Beginning winter quarter we will offer a hybrid
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evening Legal Assistant Program. We have also made changes to our CNA program; scaling back credits and looking at possibly offering an evening hybrid. A mobilization team will continue to look at the Noel Levitz and Ad Astra reports; continuing to set goals and look at new program development. Hybrid at RTC means fifty percent (50%) or better is face-to-face. Every student has access to Canvas but it is not necessarily hybrid or on-line. Under the new model in counseling, faculty is much closer to the counselor, and counselors are much closer to students. The Achieving the Dream grant was primarily for retention. Direct contact with the student is proven over and over. We have navigators in some of our grants, and a student veteran’s navigator. Early alert advising in Title III is new and is significant. We will approach hybrid cautiously; we have some funding built into our supplemental budgets. Long-term we will have to look at a lot of factors. There are large numbers of Basic Studies students in the evening. Trustees are engaged in the value of student success.
F. Student Services
Vice President Stacey-Clemons thanked the trustees for their warm welcome to student leaders. Vice President Stacey-Clemons shared a graph and report from the State Board, showing what colleges have gone through with enrollments over the past seven years. In 2007-08 enrollments were sliding downhill fast. Everyone was looking at how to increase enrollments strategically. The following year budget cuts began and the recession was picking up steam. But record unemployment, meant a record number of students coming in the door. We are still enrolling more students than in 2007-08 but the decline last year and this year, are cause for worry. In her history of looking at enrollment numbers, and unemployment rates, Vice President Stacey-Clemons feels that RTC will need to do more outreach, develop viable programs, and continue the great retention efforts. She is hopeful that 2014-15 will be similar to last year. Summer quarter had 891 students, generating 429.34 FTEs; 22 FTEs from last year. As of today, fall quarter shows 1139 students, generating 660 FTEs; but this changes daily and hourly at this time. When classes begin next week, over 980 students will receive Pell Grants. That number will grow as student files are completed during the quarter. Vice President Stacey-Clemons identified programs that are currently full; Commercial Building, Engineering Design, Welding, Dental Assistant, Pharmacy Tech, Phlebotomy, Registered Nurse, Surgical Technologies and Vet Assistant. Some other programs, such as Automotive are over seventy percent (70%) full.
G. Administration and Finance
1) Operating Funds Budget Status Report As a regular report to the Board of Trustees, Vice President Merrell provided information on the revenues and expenditures for the period ending July 31, 2014.
6. STUDENT SUCCESS
As required under the new Accreditation model, the Board is required to approve any change to the Core Themes. At the August 19, 2014 Board Retreat, the Core Themes revision was approved. These themes are included in our Year One Accreditation Report. The report has been filed and the map is
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in place; Mission/Vision/Core Themes and the measurements. President Hanson shared a sample Core Themes document of the themes, with objectives and key performance indicators included.
7. MEETINGS
As a reminder, the October meeting has been canceled due to the conflict with the ACCT Congress in Chicago, IL. The next regular meeting of the Board of Trustees will be held November 18, 2014.
8. EXECUTIVE SESSION
No executive session was held.
9. ACTION
None.
10. ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Board Chair Palmer to adjourn the Board of Trustees’ meeting at 10:17 a.m. Motion carried.
SUSAN PALMER, Chair STEVEN J. HANSON, President Board of Trustees Board of Trustees
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Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 3. COMMUNICATIONS SUBJECT:
BOARD CONSIDERATION
X Information
Action
BACKGROUND:
A. Introduction • Michelle Campbell, Executive Director, Institutional Advancement
B. Correspondence C. General Information D. Comments from the Audience E. Human Resources Report F. Communications and Marketing Report G. RTC Foundation Report
RECOMMENDATION: None.
Board of TrusteesNovember 18, 2014Human Resources
The following personnel actions have occurred as of September 30, 2014 and are presented for the Board of Trustees' information.
AFT - HiresName Effective Date Position Department Rate StepNone - TerminationsName Effective Date Position DepartmentJoyce, Melody 9/12/2014 Cashier /Greeter Food ServiceZavalla, Paul 9/25/2014 Custodian I Custodial
WFSE - HiresName Effective Date Position Department Rate StepHiggins, Amy 9/22/2014 Enrollment Services Specialist Enrollment Services $2,658.42 mo E - TerminationsName Effective Date Position DepartmentHenke, Benjie 9/14/2014 Enrollment Services Specialist Enrollment ServicesHesson, Michael 9/26/2014 Library Specialist LibraryHudson, Juanita 9/26/2014 Enrollment Services Specialist Enrollment ServicesJohnson, Madeline 9/15/2014 Financial Aid Specialist Business Office - RetiredName Effective Date Position DepartmentThompson, Nancy 9/30/2014 Enrollment Services Reg Clerk Enrollment Services
Prof Tech - HiresName Effective Date Position Department Rate StepHenke, Benjie 9/15/2014 WorkFirst Reporting Coord Workforce $3,242.75 mo FJohnson, Madeline 9/16/2014 Cashier Coordinator Business Office $3,242.75 mo F - TerminationsName Effective Date Position DepartmentNone
Exempt / Administrative - HiresName Effective Date Position Department Rate StepFritts, Heather 9/15/2014 Executive Foundation Director Foundation $6,666.67 mo - TerminationsName Effective Date Position DepartmentCampbell, Michelle 9/2/2014 Director of Grant Development AdministrationGuthrie, Erin 9/3/2014 Institutional Research Manager Research & Development
- RetiredName Effective Date Position DepartmentNone
RFT - HiresName Effective Date Position Department Rate StepAllen, Dawn 9/11/2014 Full-time faculty Basic Studies $56,436.00 instr yr 14+MCarrier, Rebecca 9/21/2014 Part-time faculty GED ED $38.16 hr BFalconer, John 9/11/2014 Full-time faculty Basic Studies $56,436.00 instr yr 14+MForrestor, Mark 9/29/2014 Part-time faculty Welding $38.16 hr BHelgeland, Jeri 9/29/2014 Part-time faculty Basic Studies $38.16 hr BHyams, Angela 9/22/2014 Part-time faculty GEN ED $38.16 hr BKane, Gregory 9/29/2014 Full-time faculty Commercial Bldg Eng $53,206.48 instr yr 17McKee, Arlene 9/15/2014 Part-time faculty LPN $38.16 hr BPatton Saidi, Megan 9/11/2014 Full-time faculty / LTS Medical Office Programs $55,954.40 instr yr 16Ridge, Hannah 9/15/2014 Part-time faculty LPN $38.16 hr BSingh, Sais 9/23/2014 Part-time faculty GEN ED $38.16 hr BWalker, Daryl 9/22/2014 Part-time faculty Commercial Bldg Eng $45.20 hr FZerby, Lisa 9/11/2014 Full-time faculty LPN $57,401.00 instr yr 12 - TerminationsName Effective Date Position DepartmentNone - RetiredName Effective Date Position DepartmentNone
Board of TrusteesNovember 18, 2014Human Resources
The following personnel actions have occurred as of October 31, 2014 and are presented for the Board of Trustees' information.
AFT - HiresName Effective Date Position Department Rate StepNone - TerminationsName Effective Date Position DepartmentNone
WFSE - HiresName Effective Date Position Department Rate StepBice, Jade 10/6/2014 Enrollment Services Specialist Enrollment Services $2,658.42 mo EDeWitt, Susan 10/6/2014 Enrollment Services Specialist Enrollment Services $15.34 hr ELopez-Barclay, Denise 10/22/2014 Enrollment Services Specialist Enrollment Services $2,658.42 mo E - TerminationsName Effective Date Position DepartmentHiggins, Amy 10/30/2014 Enrollment Services Specialist Enrollment Services
Prof Tech - HiresName Effective Date Position Department Rate StepNone - TerminationsName Effective Date Position DepartmentNone
Exempt / Administrative - HiresName Effective Date Position Department Rate StepBanaszak, Lori 10/6/2014 VPI Assistant / Temporary Instruction $70.00 hrBrown, Patrick 10/21/2014 Interim Director of Enrollment Services Enrollment Services $5,833.33 moKnous-Westfall, Heather 10/14/2014 Institutional Research Manager Research & Development $4,583.33 moMartin, Lucius 10/29/2014 WISE Grant Project Manager Administration $4,583.33 moNguyen, Al 10/16/2014 System Administrator Information Technology $5,333.33 mo
- TerminationsName Effective Date Position DepartmentRichardson, Mary Kate 10/13/2014 Director of Institutional Planning AdministrationYoung, Robin 10/1/2014 Director of Enrollment Services Enrollment Services - RetiredName Effective Date Position DepartmentNone
RFT - HiresName Effective Date Position Department Rate StepNone - TerminationsName Effective Date Position DepartmentNakazawa-Hewitt, Motoko 10/24/2014 Counselor Student Services - RetiredName Effective Date Position Department
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 3. COMMUNICATIONS SUBJECT: F. Communications and Marketing
BOARD CONSIDERATION
X Information Action
COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING
Vice President Joe Biden Visits RTC
On Thursday, Oct. 9, the 47th Vice President of the United States Joe Biden paid a visit to Renton Technical College. He was able to spend time in the Precision Machining classroom and talk with some of the students. After his classroom visit, Vice President Biden delivered a speech to a handful of guests, dignitaries, reporters, students, faculty and staff. RTC student James Cantway had the honor of introducing the vice president and shaking his hand. Vice President Biden’s speech focused on the importance of community college education and reviving the middle class. Community colleges are “the best kept secret in the world,” he said. Vice President Biden’s wife is an instructor at North Virginia Community College. The vice president ended his speech by stating, “We have the best trained workforce in the world. Where is the best place to invest? Manufacturing, IT and the Service Industry.” He hailed Renton Technical College and the work that the faculty and staff are doing.
The Vice President’s visit was an incredible exposure event for the college. In addition to receiving live coverage of Biden’s speech on every major local news network, the speech was also broadcasted live on the White House’s website: www.whitehouse.gov. Website Launch / Considerable Website Traffic Increase
The brand new RTC.edu went live on Friday, Sept. 12 (a soft launch) and was fully live and functional on Monday, Sept. 15. The launch was extremely smooth, mostly due to the many hours of quality assurance testing that the IT and Communications and Marketing departments did, prior to the go-live date. The feedback from students, faculty and staff has been positive.
In addition to the positive feedback, the traffic to RTC.edu has skyrocketed. Since Sept. 15, the average website daily traffic has increased an average of 75 percent over last year. During the week leading up to Vice President Biden’s visit to RTC, website traffic increased over 100 percent from last year. A lot of the increased traffic can be attributed to the enhanced search engine optimization (SEO) functionality.
The Communications and Marketing staff has been working with IT to make sure that the website content is fresh and updated in a timely manner. We anticipate traffic and time spent on the new RTC.edu website will increase over the coming months.
The winter quarter advertising campaign is scheduled to begin on Monday, Nov. 24 and end on Sunday, Jan. 4. These dates were chosen because they are in the middle of the college’s peak enrollment period and also during the holiday season when many people are paying more attention to advertisements. We picked a heavy TV schedule for the winter quarter advertising campaign, which mirrors what the college did last year. Last year’s winter ad campaign was also heavy, and it resulted in increased student retention. We have typically seen a decrease in retention during winter quarter, but last year we did not see that, and we believe that a large part of that is a result of the college’s marketing efforts.
OUTREACH
The Outreach Manager has moved from the Communications and Marketing department to the Student Success/Entry Services department. This was a strategic move to streamline the student entry process from start to finish. Communications and Marketing will still work closely with outreach staff to make sure that key marketing messages are being shared, as well as open houses and prospect/lead generating events are being planned.
Fall is the busiest time for outreach and recruiting. Since the September Board of Trustees meeting, we have collected 103 inquiry cards from prospective students.
We have also hosted 70 students from Tahoma High School and plan on bringing in 400 Kentlake High School students this spring.
• The Cascadia Advocate, Oct. 9, “Vice President Biden visits Renton Technical College with Senators Murray, Cantwell”. http://www.nwprogressive.org/weblog/2014/10/vice-president-joe-biden-visits-renton-technical-college-with-senators-murray-cantwell.html
• The Columbian, Oct. 9, “Vice President Biden: ‘Middle class is hurting’”. http://www.columbian.com/news/2014/oct/09/vice-president-biden-to-speak-in-renton/
• KIRO TV, Oct. 9, “Vice President Biden in town for 2 events”. http://www.kirotv.com/news/news/vice-president-biden-speak-renton-tech-school/nhfc3/
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 3. COMMUNICATIONS SUBJECT: G. RTC Foundation
BOARD CONSIDERATION
X Information Action
RTC FOUNDATION
Events:
30 Days of Fun Update • Payroll Deductions increased by $1,508 per year • Two additional Paving the Way bricks were purchased, totaling $150. • $303 was raised in the split raffle, with half going towards student scholarships! • $10,000 in scholarship funds raised during month:
o $6,000 from Rottler Manufacturing (increase by 33%) o $4,000 from Muckleshoot Tribe
Foundation Breakfast – February 11th
The Foundation is in the beginning stages of coordinating the Bridge Builders Breakfast (February 11, 2015). Attendance, sponsorship and revenue goals will be reviewed.
Reading Apprenticeship Program Conference
In collaboration with Michelle Lesmeister, Full Time Faculty (ABE/GED) have been instrumental in bringing the Reading Apprenticeship Program to RTC. The Foundation is coordinating the first annual Regional Reading Apprenticeship Program Conference, March 14th. We are working on sponsors and supporters to deliver the conference. The Renton Reporter will be running two stories on the Reading Apprenticeship Program, stating our groundwork in the program and the difference it makes in retention and graduation rates, as well as sponsoring advertisements for the event.
Taxes and Audit Review:
The Foundation is planning a full Audit in January 2015, with the firm who processed our 2013 Review and 990.This audit will roll into the RTC Audit later in 2015. Because the outcome from the 2013 Review resulted in updating all donor, fundraising and financial policies to be in alignment with General Acceptable Accounting Principles (GAAP), my expectations are that we will pass our audit with high standards.
Board of Trustees Scholarship
It is understood that the Board would like to release a portion of the Board of Trustees Scholarship Fund to cover an incentive for students to apply for the TACTC Transforming Lives Scholarship.
RECOMMENDATION:
Because the Board of Trustees determines, on an annual basis, the target population/program that their scholarship(s) will fund in spring, it is by all means allowable that a portion of their scholarship for this year can fund the incentive for the TACTC candidate. It is recommended by the Foundation Director, to offer a $100-250 incentive scholarship for this process, as the external TACTC award is a $500 Scholarship.
Foundation Budget and Projecting Scholarships
The Foundation Director is reviewing the recommended FY 2014-2015 budget from the outgoing Director and working with the Foundation Board to finalize the administrative budget. Scholarships were previously defined, by the outgoing Foundation Director, for the FY 2014-15. The 2015 Winter Scholarship application process closed November 17th. We have received 97 applications, which can be submitted online or in hard copy, meeting ADA requirements. The Scholarship Committee meets the week of Thanksgiving to review applications and decisions will be released early December.
Grants
The Foundation has applied for three grants:
• The Seattle Foundation (TSF) GiveTogether program focusing on Success in Higher Education. The RTC Foundation submitted a $50,000 grant application and was selected as a finalist for a site visit later this month. If awarded, the funds will support our general operating budget.
• The First Financial Northwest Foundation grant, managed by the Renton Community Foundation for a $15,000 grant to support our general operating
• The Rotary Club of Renton Community Service Grant of $2,000.00 to support our Emergency Grant Program fund.
Emergency Services
The Foundation is implementing a Financial Literacy Wraparound program to support students who are experiencing financial difficulty. Each quarter we have approximately $2,000 in emergency funds granted to students. This quarter, the Foundation has awarded (8) grants totaling $1408.72; (9) food/gas cards; and we have (3) grants pending for $600.00. If awarded, our total distributions will reach the $2,000 distribution limits. This quarter’s application process has clearly shown that students applying for emergency grants are experiencing financial turmoil. More than not, student expenditures far outweigh income levels. Therefore, we have begun a partnership with external partners to create support for students.
Partners include Financial Planner, Steve Rapp from Edward Jones, who is providing complimentary one on one financial advice; Chuck Wilmot, Foundation Trustee and Key Bank Small Business Relationship Manager, who will offer, together with his colleague, ongoing workshops on Financial Literacy and include Budgeting, Credit, Identity Theft and more; and an additional consultant who will design a student handout for those experiencing financial difficulty.
Foundation Board Retreat and Strategic Planning
A Foundation Board Retreat is being scheduled within the next four months to focus on individual relationship building and Foundation strategic planning, budgeting and living calendar to span a three year strategy.
RECOMMENDATION: None.
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 4. ACTION ITEMS SUBJECT: A.
BOARD CONSIDERATION
Information X Action
BACKGROUND: None
RECOMMENDATION: None
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 5. DISCUSSION/REPORTS SUBJECT: A. Student Leadership
BOARD CONSIDERATION
X Information
Action
BACKGROUND Jahnee Loudermilk, President of the Associated Student Government will report on recent activities of the Student Government. RECOMMENDATION: None.
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ASG Senate Doubles in Size! The ASG Senate has already met twice during fall quarter and already has a roster of 27 members. (There were 12 members at this time last year). The students serving on ASG Senate have all participated in parliamentary procedures training and have received an orientation to the 2014-2015 Services & Activities Fee Program Budgets and the budgeting process. Student senators have also been appointed to serve on one or more committees including both campus-wide committees/councils, and the ASG Budget Committee, ASG Student Success Committee and Student Leadership Communications Committee.
Student Organization/Club Update As of today, 14 student organizations have been formed or re-instated from last year. They include:
Accounting Club Business Leaders of Tomorrow (AOM) The Culinaires Game Players Association Horn Health Club (Band Instrument Repair Program) Muslim Student Association Nursing Club
Off-Road Adventures Club Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Technical Orientation (LGBTQA) Club TESPA (video game playing club) Skills USA, RTC Chapter (Precision Machining/MART) Welding Club Student Veterans Association
Student Leadership Recognizes Disability Awareness Month October was Disability Awareness Month and the Events & Activities Board hosted activities in the cafeteria to raise awareness of the challenges and triumphs of differently-abled people. The activities included navigating a path through the cafeteria in a wheel-chair and also blindfolded, reading sentences from the perspective of a person with dyslexia and trying to pick up objects with gloves to feel what it’s like to have sensory disabilities.
Associated Student Government Report for Board of Trustees
October/November 2014
Student Leadership
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Student Leadership Recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month October was Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Events & Activities Board hosted two workshops focused on empowering women because they learned in their research that 80% of victims from of reported domestic violence cases are women. They included Self-Defense for Women and Assertiveness Training for Women. A display about the effects of domestic violence and information about resources for victims was on display in the I Building during the month of October. Student Veterans Association Hosts Veterans Day Ceremony On Monday, November 10, the RTC Student Veterans Association hosted a ceremony to honor student, staff and faculty veterans. Three student veterans spoke about the history and meaning of Veterans Day and the Horn Health Club (BIRT) provided music. After the ceremony, the Student Veterans Association hosted a luncheon for student, staff and faculty veterans and 53 were in attendance.
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 5. DISCUSSION/REPORTS SUBJECT: B. Renton Federation of Teachers
BOARD CONSIDERATION
X Information
Action
BACKGROUND Gary Neill, President of the Renton Federation of Teachers will report on recent activities of the faculty. RECOMMENDATION: None.
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 5. DISCUSSION/REPORTS SUBJECT: C. Board of Trustees
BOARD CONSIDERATION
X Information
Action
BACKGROUND 1) Faculty Tenure Advancements
Tenure notebooks are available for the following pending Faculty Tenure Advancements. Action is scheduled to take place at the Board meeting on December 16, 2014:
a) Second Year Faculty Advancing to Third Year
o Partain, William (David) Computer Network Technology o Nguyen, Ha Academic/Career Counselor
2) President Search Update
Executive Director, Human Resources, Lesley Hogan and Trustee Palmer will provide an update on the President Search.
3) Automotive Complex Remodel – Update
Mr. Matt Lane of McGranahan Architects will provide an update regarding the Automotive Complex remodel.
4) ACCT Leadership Conference Report
Trustee Page and Trustee Palmer will provide a report to fellow trustees regarding the recent ACCT Leadership Congress, held in Chicago, Illinois, October 21-25, 2014.
5) TACTC Transforming Lives Committee Report
Trustee McAbee and Trustee Unti will make a recommendation to fellow trustees, for the award recipient of the 2015 RTC Transforming Lives award.
• Discussion will follow regarding the offering of a trustee scholarship to the RTC Transforming Lives recipient.
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 5. DISCUSSION/REPORTS SUBJECT: C. Board of Trustees (continued)
Trustee Page will provide a report from the TACTC Legislative Action Committee meeting, held November 13, 2014.
7) TACTC Fall Conference Report
Trustees will report out regarding the TACTC Fall Conference, held November 14, 2014.
• Vice President Novotny will share information about her participation on the Aspen panel during the TACTC Fall Conference.
RECOMMENDATION: None.
Presidential Search
ABOUT RENTON TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Renton Technical College (RTC), founded in 1941, is one of only five public technical colleges in Washington State, operated by the State Board of Community and Technical Colleges. RTC provides career training, retraining, four-year university transfer education, basic studies preparation and continuing education courses for those seeking marketable job skills or personal enrichment. Beginning in winter 2015, Renton Technical College will offer its first baccalaureate degree in computer application development.
RTC was recently identified as one of the Top 10 Community Colleges in the Country, by the Aspen Institute’s College Excellence Program. What sets RTC apart from other schools, are the targeted, career-focused, training programs. The majority of RTC students learn in a cohort class environment. This cohort model contributes to high graduation and transfer rates (66% compared to 40% national average) - one of the highest in the state.
RTC has also been recertified as a Leader College by Achieving the Dream, Inc., a national nonprofit that helps community college students stay in school and earn a college certificate or degree. Our college is also proud to be a Military Friendly School, with a goal to serving those who chose to serve.
PRESIDENTIAL PROFILE
The Renton Technical College Board of Trustees invites applications and nominations for the position of president. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead one of the outstanding technical colleges in the nation as it faces the challenges and opportunities of the 21st Century. The successful candidate will enthusiastically embrace the core themes that guide the teaching/learning/student success environment and the development of institutional policies and practices at RTC.
FAST FACTS
TOTAL FTEs• 3,770
PURPOSE OF ATTENDING(based on FTEs)• Workforce Training 70%• Basic Skills 22%• Transfer 7%• Other 1%
Hawaiian 19% • African/African-American 15%• Hispanic & Latino 18%• Other Race 7%• White 41%
ANNUAL BUDGET• 2014-15 is $ 41,375,886
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
The college’s strategic plan focuses on the following core themes: student success, workforce education, basic skills education and institutional sustainability. The new President will be expected to align with the core themes and to provide leadership to the college in achieving its mission, vision, purposes and strategic directions.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Renton Technical College’s Board of Trustees will consider educational background, professional experience and accomplishments, reputation and character in its selection of a new President. Leading candidates will have an entrepreneurial and innovative perspective and will support and encourage creativity, initiative, and risk taking at all levels of the college. Leading candidates also will demonstrate a commitment to the role of technical education in preparing learners for employment and will have a strong record of achievement, including senior level administrative experience in technical colleges, comprehensive community colleges, other post-secondary institutions, and/or business, industry, government or nonprofit organizations. Earned doctorate preferred, master’s required.
The new President of Renton Technical College will be:• A visionary leader with a record of successful senior-level experience in a college or
other complex organization, who is able to expand the role of the college in a highly competitive environment and who can ensure that services are distributed to best meet the needs of all district citizens;
• A communicator capable of fostering and enhancing mutual respect and diversity of opinion in a climate of accessibility, trust and collegiality; a decision maker who is fair, ethical and responsive;
• An advocate for the value of diversity, inclusivity and equity;• A partnership builder with business, industry, labor, government and educational
institutions; active in the community and able to assume the role of community leader; an articulate, politically sensitive and savvy spokesperson who will seize opportunities to share Renton Technical College’s mission and successes with the broader communities;
• A risk taker who inspires creativity and innovation and who recognizes the efforts and achievements of staff, administrators and faculty; a team player and team builder who is able to develop effective teams throughout the college and to motivate others to achieve success;
• A skillful manager with business acumen who exercises thoughtful stewardship of fiscal, capital and human resources and who has experience with collective bargaining agreements; a decision maker who is able to analyze problems, develop alternatives, make difficult choices among competing interests and set a strategic course of action;
• An educational leader who is accessible and visible to students and staff, who is sensitive to the needs of others, who bases decisions on the needs of students, the college and the communities served, and who is sophisticated in the use of technology and innovative developments for learning and teaching, administration and management, and professional development of faculty and staff.
Contact:Email ALL materials directly to [email protected] no later than Friday, January 2, 2015.Incomplete submissions will not be considered by the search committee.For inquiries, contact: Lesley Hogan, Executive Director of Human ResourcesRenton Technical College, at 425-235-7873 (direct) Email: [email protected] More information may be found at www.rtc.edu/page/presidential-search
ABOUT RENTON
Located on the south shore of Lake Washington, Renton is a lakefront city offering spectacular views of the Olympics, the Cascades and Mount Rainier. The Cedar River, which runs through the heart of downtown, also offers an abundance of natural beauty. Renton’s wonderful amenities, rich past, strategic location, and extraordinary community spirit inspire a community of collaboration.
Sixteen miles southeast of Seattle, Renton boasts nationally recognized schools and has some of the region’s award winning hospitals and medical centers. Renton has abundant recreational opportunities with over 29 parks and trails to explore, sporting facilities, community-based arts and entertainment and vibrant shopping and dining options. Plus, Renton is home to the Superbowl Champion Seattle Seahawks.
Renton is located:• Sixteen minutes from
downtown Seattle and downtown Bellevue
• Six miles northeast of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
• Three driving hours from Vancouver, British Columbia and Portland, Oregon
ABOUT RENTON
Located on the south shore of Lake Washington, Renton is a lakefront city offering spectacular views of the Olympics, the Cascades and Mount Rainier. The Cedar River, which runs through the heart of downtown, also offers an abundance of natural beauty. Renton’s wonderful amenities, rich past, strategic location, and extraordinary community spirit inspire a community of collaboration.
Sixteen miles southeast of Seattle, Renton boasts nationally recognized schools and has some of the region’s award winning hospitals and medical centers. Renton has abundant recreational opportunities with over 29 parks and trails to explore, sporting facilities, community-based arts and entertainment and vibrant shopping and dining options. Plus, Renton is home to the Superbowl Champion Seattle Seahawks.
Renton is located:• Sixteen minutes from
downtown Seattle and downtown Bellevue
• Six miles northeast of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
• Three driving hours from Vancouver, British Columbia and Portland, Oregon
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 5. DISCUSSION/REPORTS SUBJECT: D. President
BOARD CONSIDERATION
X Information
Action
BACKGROUND President Hanson will provide a report to the trustees on events subsequent to the Board meeting on September 16, 2014:
1) Vice President Biden Visit to RTC | October 9, 2014 2) Aspen Site Visit | November 4-5, 2014 3) WACTC President Meetings
o September 25-26, 2014, Pierce College Puyallup o November 6-7, 2014, Skagit Valley College
RECOMMENDATION: None.
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 5. DISCUSSION/REPORTS SUBJECT: E. Instruction
BOARD CONSIDERATION
X Information
Action
BACKGROUND 1) Vice President Novotny will provide an update on the Academic Plan and new programs. RECOMMENDATION: None.
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 5. DISCUSSION/REPORTS SUBJECT: F. Student Services
BOARD CONSIDERATION
X Information
Action
BACKGROUND 1) Financial Aid Director, Debbie Solomon will present statistical information on the 2013/14 award
year. Information will include the total dollars expended in all financial aid programs as well as the number of students receiving each type of aid. A comparison with the prior two years will be made. Trends will be discussed as well as future reporting requirements and changes that will be required.
RECOMMENDATION: None.
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 5. DISCUSSION/REPORTS SUBJECT: G. Administration/Finance
BOARD CONSIDERATION
X Information Action
BACKGROUND 1) Operating Funds Budget Status Report Vice President Merrell will update trustees on the operating funds budget status for the periods
ending August 31, 2014 and September 30, 2014. 2) Fiscal Health Measures
Vice President Merrell will discuss fiscal year 2014 SBCTC Fiscal Health Measures for RTC as compared to the CTC system. A copy of the Fiscal Health Measures report is included for your review.
RECOMMENDATION: None.
% of year 17%
Actual Annual Actual YTD %
2014-15 YTD 14-15 YTD % 2013-14 YTD 13-14 of Annual
Budget 8/31/2014 of Budget Actual 8/31/2013 Actual
Revenues Reported by Source
State Allocation 14,773,396 2,695,678 18.2% 16,134,724 2,742,031 17.0%
Tuition Per FTETuition Collections State FTES $/FTES % of Grp. Avg
(7,221,161.06) 3,769.94 1,915.46 87%
source: SBCTC Data Warehouse
State Board for Community and Technical Colleges
Fiscal Health Measures
Renton Summary
Tech Colleges
Fiscal Year 2014
FISCALHEALTHMEASURESSUMMARY
Operating Cash and Investments (Reserves) to Operating Expenditures Ratio Reserves or Operating Cash and Investments are defined for this purpose as the cash and investment balances in operating funds; 145, 148, 149, 4xx and 5xx. Operating expenses are the costs incurred in these same funds with the addition of Fund 001.
This ratio attempts to examine the adequacy of reserves to meet ongoing operating expenses. As a measure of adequacy, the college’s ratio is compared to the ratio for the system or to peer colleges. Another important function of reserves and this measure of fiscal health is that they reflect a college’s ability to absorb or cushion the effect of budget reductions or revenue shortfalls. Operating Revenue to Debt Ratio Operating revenue is compared to the total short and long‐term debt of the college. The amount of debt incurred by a college is an indication of its willingness to obligate future resources to fund current activity or to invest in additions to physical plant or equipment to benefit current and future operations. This ratio is a broad measure of a college’s ability to meet its debt obligations. A significantly lower ratio than the “norm” may be an indication that a college may be debt leveraged to the point that a downturn in revenue could seriously impact the ability to fund current operations. It would be important to evaluate the relative strength of supporting revenue streams under this scenario. Local Funds Operating Margin
This measure compares all revenues for local operating funds against operating expenditures. Capital expenditures are excluded. The amount revenues exceed expenditures is considered the operating margin. Since local funds are the primary source for operating and capital reserves, this measure provides information about a college’s ability to generate or maintain reserves. Tuition Revenue per FTE
Tuition Revenue for this purpose is defined as revenue source 0424 (Tuition) reported in Fund 149 plus revenue source 0433 (Excess Enrollment Fees) reported in Fund 148. FTE data is taken from college enrollment data provided to SBCTC.
Some of the factors influencing this measure are the number of students on waivers, the volume of ABE/ESL enrollments, the mix of full and part‐time students, and the volume of excess enrollments. A significant variance from the “norm” could impact a college’s ability to build or maintain reserves.
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 6. MEETINGS SUBJECT:
BOARD CONSIDERATION
X Information Action
BACKGROUND: The next regular scheduled meeting of the Board of Trustees will be held on December 16, 2014. RECOMMENDATION: None.
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 7. EXECUTIVE SESSION SUBJECT:
BOARD CONSIDERATION
Information
Action
BACKGROUND: A) An Executive Session may be held for any topic allowable under the Open Public Meetings Act; RCW
42.30.110. B) Announcement of time Executive Session will conclude. RECOMMENDATION: None.
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 8. EXECUTIVE SESSION SUBJECT: A. Action
BOARD CONSIDERATION
Information
X Action
BACKGROUND: A) Action items, if any, that may be necessary to be taken as a result of matters considered or
discussed in the Executive Session. RECOMMENDATION: None.
Renton Technical College Board of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2014 AGENDA ITEM: 9. ADJOURNMENT SUBJECT:
BOARD CONSIDERATION
Information
X Action
BACKGROUND: RECOMMENDATION: Motion required.
Holiday Buffet
RENTON TECHNICAL COLLEGE Presented By:
Culinary Arts and Professional Baking Programs
December 4, 2014
11:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. $7.25 per person + tax
FEATURING:
Exquisite Holiday Salads Orange Bu er Baked Sweet Potato
Fluffy Whipped Potatoes Holiday Mixed Vegetables
Relish Tray and Cranberry Sauce Savory Roast Beef
Roast Turkey with Celery‐Sage Dressing And Giblet Gravy Specialty Desserts
Beverage
Pre‐sale ckets begin November 3, 2014 For Reserva ons:
