TO: Board of Trustees

DATE: 05/12/2025

PREPARED & SUBMITTED BY: Lisa Kirmer

SUBJECT: Student Services and Academic Affairs

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

Academic Affairs: The Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN) Site Survey was a success! The final report will be sent to Juli Heitman, Nursing Director, in 2-3 weeks. The visiting team was very complimentary of the cohesiveness between students, faculty , the director and administration. They were very pleased with the Nursing Program Advisory Committee (PAC). FHTC has a smaller PAC compared to others, but they stated that the high engagement from many of the members speaks loudly to how important the PN program is to our community. Juli is also pleased to note the progress in addressing previous recommendations, with seven of the eight successfully resolved this academic year. The focus will remain on program evaluation. In the self-study submitted to KSBN prior to their visit, an action plan was discussed - which they accepted. The action plan will serve as a framework moving forward. Two Graphic Arts Technology students, Julia Brunner and Brooklyn Crowell, showcased their final projects during the First Friday Art Walk. Graphic Arts Technology students hosted a showcase on campus to present their final projects. Titan Tools donated equipment to the Automotive Technology program for student use. The Emporia Automotive Technology program hosted a site visit and review from an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) team. The visit and self-study lead to continued program accreditation. Level Up Kansas produced a video highlighting FHTC's Dental programs. The video can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-xnoLGRK_Q Students in the Industrial Engineering Technology program held their annual showcase, inviting industry partners in to see what they have learned. Students handed out resumes, chatted with potential employers and showed off valuable skills! Adult Education Center students participated in an Earth Day cleanup events for the outdoor space at the AEC. Practical Nursing students created informative guides on eating disorders as part of their clinical education project. Four Practical Nursing students received scholarships from Newman Regional Health at a recognition ceremony on April 18. Students included: Jocelynne Zuniga, Makenna Delgado, Lexlee Alderman and Jennifer Parenti. Hospitality and Culinary Arts students participated in the Skills USA state competition at the Shawnee Mission Center for Academic Achievement. Bailey Johnson took 1st place in the Culinary Arts and Jayden Mosely- Cannon earned 2nd place in Baking and Pastries. The FHTC Gala was supported by many students and faculty in the Multimedia Design, Hospitality/Culinary Arts, Network Technology, Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene. Nancy Robinson presented to the ESU graduating class of Elementary and Secondary Educators on May 5th regarding “Substitution Preparation.”

Student Services: Two students, Jose Manuel Arevalo Garcilazo and Yedir De Hoyos, were awarded the Hispanics of Today and Tomorrow (HOTT) scholarship at the Cinco de Mayo celebration on May 3rd. A variety of staff members have helped with several events including hosting a LaHarpe Open House at the Regional Rural Technical Center. The open house was a collaborative effort between FHTC, Neosho County Community College and Cloud County Community College. Staff also worked a booth at Cinco de Mayo, and have provided several tours to middle school students throughout the months of April and May.
Admissions staff participated in 2025 NC3 National CTE Signing Day with over 80 students. Students attending FHTC in the fall signed their letter of intent and received FHTC memorabilia. Pictures and a video captured the excitement of the students and was shared on social media. An End of the Year Bash was held on May 7th for students and employees. Food, games and giveaways were provided. Spring Commencement is Saturday, May 17th at 10:00 a.m. at White Auditorium.

Marketing: The installation of a new sign at the Adult Education Center was completed. A number of marketing materials have been printed for multiple programs. National Signing Day videos and photographs were completed and shared on social media. FHTC continues to grow brand recognition and stability through the efforts of consistent graphic design (thanks to Bethany Nilges!). Ryann Brooks will be volunteering for Battle of the Books on May 16, an event hosted by the Kansas Press Association. FHTC is a sponsor. Battle of the Books is a literary competition where third and fourth graders form teams, read selected books from the William Allen White Children's Book Award reading lists, and then compete by answering questions about those books. Ryann Brooks has been asked to write content for the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (she joined the organization shourtly after starting at FHTC), due to her background in journalism. This will be great exposure for FHTC! Institutional Effectiveness: Wrapping up the end of the year data collections Four employees are attending the Association for the Assessment of Learning in Higher Education (AALHE) Conference May 26-30 including Juli Heitman (Director of Nursing), Pat Peck (Nursing Instructor), Jessica Madinger (Gen Ed Instructor) and Denise Gilligan (Director of Institutional Effectiveness) Patterson Family Foundation Grant Update

Total Amount of Grant: $672,288

Amount Spent: $269,133.16

Amount Remaining: $403,154.84

Purchased Items in March and April

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TO: Board of Trustees

DATE: 05/12/2025

PREPARED & SUBMITTED BY: Lisa Kirmer

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

Academic Affairs: The Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN) Site Survey was a success! The final report will be sent to Juli Heitman, Nursing Director, in 2-3 weeks. The visiting team was very complimentary of the cohesiveness between students, faculty , the director and administration. They were very pleased with the Nursing Program Advisory Committee (PAC). FHTC has a smaller PAC compared to others, but they stated that the high engagement from many of the members speaks loudly to how important the PN program is to our community. Juli is also pleased to note the progress in addressing previous recommendations, with seven of the eight successfully resolved this academic year. The focus will remain on program evaluation. In the self-study submitted to KSBN prior to their visit, an action plan was discussed - which they accepted. The action plan will serve as a framework moving forward. Two Graphic Arts Technology students, Julia Brunner and Brooklyn Crowell, showcased their final projects during the First Friday Art Walk. Graphic Arts Technology students hosted a showcase on campus to present their final projects. Titan Tools donated equipment to the Automotive Technology program for student use. The Emporia Automotive Technology program hosted a site visit and review from an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) team. The visit and self-study lead to continued program accreditation. Level Up Kansas produced a video highlighting FHTC's Dental programs. The video can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-xnoLGRK_Q Students in the Industrial Engineering Technology program held their annual showcase, inviting industry partners in to see what they have learned. Students handed out resumes, chatted with potential employers and showed off valuable skills! Adult Education Center students participated in an Earth Day cleanup events for the outdoor space at the AEC. Practical Nursing students created informative guides on eating disorders as part of their clinical education project. Four Practical Nursing students received scholarships from Newman Regional Health at a recognition ceremony on April 18. Students included: Jocelynne Zuniga, Makenna Delgado, Lexlee Alderman and Jennifer Parenti. Hospitality and Culinary Arts students participated in the Skills USA state competition at the Shawnee Mission Center for Academic Achievement. Bailey Johnson took 1st place in the Culinary Arts and Jayden Mosely- Cannon earned 2nd place in Baking and Pastries. The FHTC Gala was supported by many students and faculty in the Multimedia Design, Hospitality/Culinary Arts, Network Technology, Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene. Nancy Robinson presented to the ESU graduating class of Elementary and Secondary Educators on May 5 regarding “Substitution Preparation.”

Student Services: Two students, Jose Manuel Arevalo Garcilazo and Yedir De Hoyos, were awarded the Hispanics of Today and Tomorrow (HOTT) scholarship at the Cinco de Mayo celebration on May 3rd. A variety of staff members have helped with several events including hosting a LaHarpe Open House at the Regional Rural Technical Center. The open house was a collaborative effort between FHTC, Neosho County Community College and Cloud County Community College. Staff also worked a booth at Cinco de Mayo, and have provided several tours to middle school students throughout the months of April and May.

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