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FSCC Trustees Minutes of June 19

FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Minutes of the Board of Trustees Meeting
June 19, 2023
PRESENT: John Bartelsmeyer, Dave Elliott, Jim Fewins, Kirk Hart, Bryan Holt, and Robert Nelson
ALSO PRESENT: Alysia Johnston, President, Juley McDaniel, Board Clerk, faculty, staff

Chairman Bartelsmeyer called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm in the meeting rooms of Ellis Fine Arts Center. The
meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR: None.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC: None.
CONSENT AGENDA: A motion was made by Elliott, seconded by Fewins, and carried by unanimous vote to
approve the consent agenda as amended.
ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS:
A. A motion was made by Nelson, seconded by Hart, and carried by unanimous vote to upgrade the Student
Information System to the J1 system and use Deferral Option 1 timeline for the purchase of the upgrade.
B. A motion was made by Fewins, seconded by Elliott, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the quote
for property and liability insurance through KERMP for an annual premium of $288,193.92.
C. A motion was made by Fewins, seconded by Nelson, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the purchase of a new softball scoreboard from Varsity Scoreboard for $12,603.
D. A motion was made by Hart, seconded by Holt, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the annual service contract with Design Mechanical for $19,432.
E. A motion was made by Holt, seconded by Fewins, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the bid from Jarred, Gilmore & Phillips, CPA from Chanute for a total of $28,500 for the College and $8,700 for the Foundation.
F. A motion was made by Nelson, seconded by Elliott, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the 2023-24 meeting dates as presented.
G. A motion was made by Holt, seconded by Elliott, and carried by unanimous vote of 5-0 to approve the
KASB Worker’s Compensation Member Participation Premium Agreement for $41,910. Bartelsmeyer stepped out momentarily and was unavailable for vote.
H. A motion was made by Fewins, seconded by Holt, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the 2023-24 memberships and dues as shown. Julie Eichenberger will provide additional detail about what each item is for and if each membership is required in the future, as well as notify the Board if any of the memberships
from the list are not pursued this year.
I. A motion was made by Elliott, seconded by Holt, and carried by unanimous vote to approve a maximum limit of $20,000 for the purchase of a fleet vehicle with mileage of 60,000 or less.6

J. A motion was made by Fewins, seconded by Elliott, and carried by 5 – 1 vote to approve exceeding revenue
neutral rate if necessary for the 2023-24 budget. Holt voted in opposition.
K. A motion was made by Fewins, seconded by Holt, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the proposal submitted by Limelight for refreshing the main website for $74,950.
L. A motion was made by Elliott, seconded by Fewins, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the quote from CONVERGEONE for the purchase of additional and replacement battery modules for the data center for $14,312.50. Elliott’s motion was with the understanding that the possibility of a generator would be
investigated and pursued if it is a more cost-effective option.
M. A motion was made by Elliott, seconded by Holt, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the annual purchase of CAMP laptops from Lenovo Direct for $25,798.20.
N. A motion was made by Elliott, seconded by Nelson, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the tentative agreement with FSCAPE for 2023-24.
ITEMS FOR REVIEW: The board reviewed items of correspondence.
ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATES: The Board reviewed and heard updates from Student Services, Finance and Operations, IT, Maintenance, Miami County Campus, Athletics, and the President.
EXECUTIVE SESSION – A motion was made by Hart, seconded by Fewins, and carried by unanimous vote to
adjourn to executive session for twenty minutes beginning at 8:05 pm for the purpose of discussing non-elected
personnel as it relates to presidential candidates, with no action expected to follow. At 8:25 pm the Board extended
executive session by 10 minutes and asked Alysia Johnston and Juley McDaniel to join. At 8:35 pm, the Board
extended executive session by 10 minutes.
OPEN SESSION: At 8:46 pm a motion was made by Elliott, seconded by Fewins, and carried by unanimous vote
to return to open session.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the Trustees, a motion to adjourn was made at
8:47 pm by Elliott, seconded by Holt, and carried by unanimous vote.
Chairman Clerk7

Tickets Still Available for the Fort Scott Performances of Wahzhazhe

Fort Scott, KS — Time is running out to get your tickets for Wahzhazhe: An Osage Ballet being held at the Ellis Family Fine Arts Center on the campus of Fort Scott Community College. This memorable stage performance is being offered at 7:30 pm on Friday, July 21 and Saturday, July 22 with a matinee performance at 3:00 pm on Saturday.

The Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site in partnership with the National Park Service is bringing Wahzhazhe to Fort Scott. “This is the story of the Osage people, told by the Osage Nation. It is our responsibility to provide a platform for these stories to be told.”  stated park Program Manager, Carl Brenner.  Ballet Director and Osage tribal member, Randy Tinker Smith developed the performance with the help of tribal elders and a primarily Indigenous team of professionals. Wahzhazhe has been performed at the Smithsonian’s Museum of the American Indian and for the Pope in Philadelphia, PA among other places throughout the region.

“This riveting stage performance has something for everyone. If you enjoy history, this is for you, if you are curious about Native American culture, this is for you, if you love the arts and dance, this is for you.”  stated Kelley Collins, a member of the Friends ballet committee. “This is an especially effective way to introduce children to the arts and history. In additional to 12 professional dancers, there are dozens of children participating in the show.  Questions and answers will be fielded by the dancers following each performance making this an tremendous educational opportunity for young and old alike.”

Tickets are $35 for adults and $15 for children (age 15 and below). They can be purchased online from the Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site’s Facebook page or at www.osageballet.com/events.  Any remaining tickets will be sold in person starting an hour before the performance. Cash purchases at the door are available.  Seating will begin one half hour before the show. For additional information e-mail [email protected].

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Link for FSCC President Candidates Interview Link

 

The community forum for Fort Scott Community College’s presidential candidates can be viewed at the link below.

 

https://www.youtube.com/@fsccgreyhounds9969

FSCC President Interviews and Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The FSCC Board of Trustees will be holding a special board meeting at 6:00 pm on each of the dates below. The special board meetings are being held to conduct interviews with finalists for the president
position. Although a public meeting will be called to order, the board will adjourn to executive session each time for the purposes of conducting each interview. No action is expected to follow any of the executive sessions.

July 5, 2023 Jason Kegler
July 6, 2023 Vincent Loffredo
July 10, 2023 Tiffany Evans

Each candidate’s on-campus interview will follow the schedule below:
10:00 Tour of campus
11:30 Lunch with Executive Council
Dick Hedges Administrative Building (closed meeting)
1:30 Community Forum (will be streamed – check for link on our webpage)
Bailey Hall Round Room (south side)
3:00 Employee and Student Forum (will be zoomed for employees – watch email for link)
Bailey Hall Round Room (south side)
5:30 Dinner with Trustees
6:00 Interview with Trustees

FSCC President Interviews and Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The FSCC Board of Trustees will be holding a special board meeting at 6:00 pm on each of the dates below. The special board meetings are being held to conduct interviews with finalists for the president
position. Although a public meeting will be called to order, the board will adjourn to executive session each time for the purposes of conducting each interview. No action is expected to follow any of the executive sessions.

July 5, 2023 Jason Kegler
July 6, 2023 Vincent Loffredo
July 10, 2023 Tiffany Evans

Each candidate’s on-campus interview will follow the schedule below:

10:00 Tour of campus
11:30 Lunch with Executive Council
Dick Hedges Administrative Building (closed meeting)
1:30 Community Forum (will be streamed – check for link on our webpage)
Bailey Hall Round Room (south side)
3:00 Employee and Student Forum (will be zoomed for employees – watch email for link)
Bailey Hall Round Room (south side)
5:30 Dinner with Trustees
6:00 Interview with Trustees

FSCC Trustees Meet to Interview Presidential Semi-Finalists

The Fort Scott Community College Board of Trustees will hold a special board meeting on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at 8:00 am to conduct Zoom interviews for five presidential semi-finalists.

The meeting and interviews will take place in the Board Room of the Dick Hedges Administration Building.

Although the meeting will be called to order publicly, the board will adjourn to executive session for each interview, as well as for discussion of each candidate.

No action will follow the executive sessions.

The board is expected to narrow the pool to finalists who will interview on campus, but a public announcement of names will not be made until all candidates have been notified of their status by FSCC.

 

Juley McDaniel

Director of Human Resources

Fort Scott Community College

FSCC Minutes of the Board of Trustees Minutes for May 15

FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Minutes of the Board of Trustees Meeting
May 15, 2023

PRESENT: John Bartelsmeyer, Dave Elliott, Jim Fewins, Kirk Hart, Bryan Holt, and Robert Nelson
ALSO PRESENT: Alysia Johnston, President, Juley McDaniel, Board Clerk, faculty, staff

Acting Chairman Nelson called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm in Cleaver-Burris-Boileau Hall. The meeting was
opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR: None.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC: Anne Dare addressed the Board about hiring the next president of FSCC.
CONSENT AGENDA: A motion was made by Elliott, seconded by Fewins, and carried by unanimous vote to
approve the consent agenda as amended.
ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS:
A. A motion was made by Holt, seconded by Nelson, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the purchase of CTEC welders from Kirkland Welding for $42,600, funded with Perkins money.
B. A motion was made by Elliott, seconded by Fewins, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the installment purchase agreement resolution for the purchase of 902 S. Horton.
C. The Board discussed plans for moving forward in the presidential hiring process.
a. There was consensus for the process to follow the timeline below:
i. Accept applications through 5/22/23
ii. Juley send all applicant materials to Board soon after
iii. Board replies to Juley by June 6 with a list of top picks and a list of candidates they don’t want
iv. Juley will tally the top picks, and make reference calls on no more than the top 10.
v. Reference feedback will be provided to the Board.
vi. The Board will meet in executive session at the June 19 meeting to narrow the candidate pool down to those who will come to campus for an interview.
vii. On-campus interviews will include forums for community and employees to provide feedback.
ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATES: The Board reviewed and heard updates from Student Services, Finance and Operations, Student Services, Athletics, and the President.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the Trustees, a motion to adjourn was made at
6:20 p.m. by Elliott, seconded by Hart, and carried by unanimous vote.

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6.19.23 Consent Agenda

FSCC Trustees Meet June 19

The location of the Fort Scott Community College Board of Trustees meeting is changed to the ELLIS FINE ARTS CENTER MEETING ROOMS because of livestock judging campers in the regular room.

June 19, 2023
Board of Trustees
Fort Scott Community College
2108 S. Horton
Fort Scott, KS 66701
The Board of Trustees of Fort Scott Community College will meet in regular session on Monday, June

19, 2023. The meeting will be held in the meeting rooms of Ellis Family Fine Arts Center at Fort
Scott Community College.
5:00 p.m. Dinner in meeting rooms of Ellis Family Fine Arts Center, followed by regular board
meeting at approximately 5:30 p.m.
THE AGENDA
5:00 DINNER
5:30 ROLL CALL, 3
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CALL TO ORDER, 4
A. Comments from the Chair, 4
B. Comments from the Public, 4
CONSENT AGENDA, 6
A. Approval of Agenda, 6
B. Approval of Minutes of previous Regular Board Meeting conducted on May 15, 2023, 7
C. Approval of Treasurer’s Report, Bills, and Claims, 8
D. Approval of Personnel Actions, 6
ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS, 71
A. Consideration of Student Information System Upgrade, 71
B. Consideration of Property and Liability Insurance Quotes, 72
C. Consideration of Softball Scoreboard Quotes, 83
D. Approval of Annual HVAC Service Agreement, 84
E. Consideration of Audit Bids, 86
F. Consideration of 2023-24 Meeting Dates, 93
G. Consideration of KASB Worker’s Compensation Member Participation Premium Agreement, 94
H. Approval of Consortium Memberships and Dues, 99
I. Approval of Fleet Vehicle Purchase, 103
J. Approval of Exceeding Revenue Neutral Rate for Budget 2024, 104
K. Consideration of Main Website Refresh, 105
L. Consideration of Purchase of Additional and Replacement Battery Modules for Data Center, 110
M. Consideration of Annual Camp Grant Laptop Purchase, 1181
ITEMS FOR REVIEW, 126
REPORTS, 129
A. Administrative Updates, 129
EXECUTIVE SESSION, 142
ADJOURNMENT, 1432
UPCOMING CALENDAR DATES:
• June 19, 2023: Board Meeting
Sincerely,
John Bartelsmeyer, Chair
Alysia Johnston, President

FSCC’s vision for the future is to support “Students First, Community Always” through a central focus on teaching and learning; advancing strong, innovative programs and
departments; maximizing and leveraging opportunities; initiating efficient and effective
processes; and developing the region’s workforce.3
ROLL CALL
_____ John Bartelsmeyer
_____ Jim Fewins
_____ Dave Elliott
_____ Kirk Hart
_____ Bryan Holt
_____ Robert Nelson4
CALL TO ORDER
A. COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC5
CONSENT AGENDA
A. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
Attached are the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting conducted on April 17, 2023.
C. APPROVAL OF TREASURER’S REPORT, BILLS and CLAIMS
Attached are the Treasurer’s Report and the Bills and Claims Report.
D. APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTIONS

1) Additions
a) McKinley Wade-LaSalle – Assistant Cross Country/Track Coach, effective June 5, 2023
b) Jordan Davis, Assistant Dance Coach, effective June 6, 2023
c) Christopher Goddard, Music Instructor, effective June 8, 2023
d) Marlee Lake, Cosmetology Instructor, effective June 12, 2023
e) Tanya Potthoff, Admissions Representative, effective June 12, 2023
f) Moriah Greer, Cosmetology Instructor, effective June 26, 2023

2) Separations
a) Aprell Williams, Flag Football Coach, effective May 31, 2023
b) Jafet Molinares, Assistant Cross Country/Trach Coach, effective May 22, 2023
c) Perla Roman, Iowa DOE MEP Regional Recruiter, effective June 8, 2023

3) Transfers
a) William Hein, from adjunct to full time STARS HVAC Instructor, effective August 7, 2023
b) Philip Mitchell, from adjunct to full time STARS Heavy Equipment
Instructor, effective August 7, 2023
c) Tanner Ogden, from adjunct to full time STARS Criminal Justice Instructor, effective August 7, 2023
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Consent Agenda items be approved as
presented.
BOARD ACTION: MOTION _____ SECOND _____ VOTE _____
DISCUSSION:
VOTE: Bartelsmeyer Elliott Fewins
Hart Holt Nelson

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6.19.23 Consent Agenda

Agenda for the FSCC Trustees Meeting on May 15

May 15, 2023
Board of Trustees

Fort Scott Community College

2108 S. Horton

Fort Scott, KS 66701

The Board of Trustees of Fort Scott Community College will meet in regular session on Monday, May 15, 2023. The meeting will be held in Cleaver-Burris-Boileau Hall at Fort Scott Community
College.

5:00 p.m. Dinner in Cleaver-Burris-Boileau Hall, followed by regular board meeting at approximately 5:30 p.m.

THE AGENDA

5:00 DINNER

5:30 ROLL CALL, 3

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

CALL TO ORDER, 4

A. Comments from the Chair, 4

B. Comments from the Public, 4

CONSENT AGENDA, 5

A. Approval of Agenda, 5
B. Approval of Minutes of previous Regular Board Meeting conducted on April 17, 2023,
6
C. Approval of Treasurer’s Report, Bills, and Claims, 8
D. Approval of Personnel Actions, 5

ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS , 65

A. Approval of Purchase of CTEC Welders, 65
B. Consideration of Installment Purchase Agreement Resolution, 66
C. Discussion of Presidential Hiring Process, 75

REPORTS, 76
A. Administrative Updates, 77
EXECUTIVE SESSION, 90
ADJOURNMENT, 91
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UPCOMING CALENDAR DATES:
May 15, 2023: Board Meeting

June 19, 2023: Board Meeting

Sincerely,

John Bartelsmeyer, Chair

Alysia Johnston, President


FSCC’s vision for the future is to support “Students First, Community Always” through a
central focus on teaching and learning; advancing strong, innovative programs and
departments; maximizing and leveraging opportunities; initiating efficient and effective
processes; and developing the region’s workforce.
2

ROLL CALL
_____ John Bartelsmeyer

_____ Jim Fewins

_____ Dave Elliott

_____ Kirk Hart

_____ Bryan Holt

_____ Robert Nelson
3

CALL TO ORDER
A. COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR

B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC

CONSENT AGENDA
A. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS

Attached are the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting conducted on April 17, 2023.

C. APPROVAL OF TREASURER’S REPORT, BILLS and CLAIMS

Attached are the Treasurer’s Report and the Bills and Claims Report.

D. APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTIONS

1) Additions

a) Jolee Carswell, Women’s Basketball Assistant Coach, effective May 1, 2023

b) Nicholas Mora, Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach, effective May 1, 2023

c) Vincent Barron, Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach, effective May 1, 2023

d) Emily Somerville, Women’s Basketball Head Coach, effective May 9, 2023

2) Separations

a) Laura Meza, Iowa DOE MEP Regional Recruiter, effective April 12, 2023

b) Mitchell McMullen, Women’s Basketball Head Coach, effective April 27,
2023

c) Alexander Chesney, Music Instructor, effective May 16, 2023

d) Aprell Williams, Flag Football Coach, effective May 31, 2023

e) Tyler Long, Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach, effective May 31, 2023

f) Karri Johnson, Instruction Office Assistant, effective May 31, 2023

g) Fawn Cox, Pittsburg Cosmetology Instructor, effective June 30, 2023

h) Kelly Sims, Pittsburg Cosmetology Instructor, effective June 30, 2023

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Consent Agenda items be approved
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FSCC Trustees Minutes of April 17

FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Minutes of the Board of Trustees Meeting
April 17, 2023

PRESENT: John Bartelsmeyer, Dave Elliott, Jim Fewins, Kirk Hart, Bryan Holt, and Robert Nelson

ALSO PRESENT: Alysia Johnston, President, Juley McDaniel, Board Clerk, faculty, staff

Acting Chairman Nelson called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm in Cleaver-Burris-Boileau Hall. The meeting was
opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.

COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR: Thanks to the board for their work for the college.

COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC: None.

DIGITAL MARKETING PRESENTATION: Jared Dorsey, Digital Marketing Specialist, shared goals for digital
marketing strategies. He will bring a proposal to a future meeting for a digital marketing firm’s assistance. He also
addressed the need to update FSCC’s website, including creating some landing pages.

CONSENT AGENDA: A motion was made by Fewins, seconded by Hart, and carried by unanimous vote to
approve the consent agenda as amended.

ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS:

A. A motion was made by Elliott, seconded by Holt, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the food
service agreement with Great Western Dining.

B. A motion was made by Holt, seconded by Fewins, and carried by unanimous vote to approve purchase of a
zero-turn mower from R&R Equipment as presented.

ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATES: The Board reviewed and heard updates from Student Services, Finance and
Operations, Student Services, Athletics, and the President.

EXECUTIVE SESSION: A motion was made by Elliott, seconded by Holt, and carried by unanimous vote to
adjourn to executive session for 30 minutes beginning at 6:30 pm for the purpose of discussing personnel matters of
non-elected personnel as it relates to administrative contracts with action not expected to follow. The Board invited
President Alysia Johnston to join. At 7:00 pm executive session was extended by 15 minutes, and the board met
alone.

At 7:15 pm a motion was made by Fewins, seconded by Elliott, and carried by unanimous vote to return to open
session.

Chairman Bartelsmeyer announced that President Johnston has decided to retire and will stay with FSCC through
the transition to a new president. Board members expressed their gratitude for Johnston’s service, and Johnston
thanked the Board for allowing her to serve FSCC, students, and the community.

The Board went to the Hedges Administration Building to tour the newly remodeled cafeteria.

ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the Trustees, a motion to adjourn was made at
7:25 p.m. by Holt, seconded by Hart, and carried by unanimous vote.

FSCC Women’s Luncheon: Numbers Up Post Pandemic

The meal was catered by Great Western Dining and Twigs and Berries.

The number of women attending the Fort Scott Community College Women’s Appreciation Luncheon was doubled from last year.

“Pre-pandemic, we had a women’s luncheon every year with between 150 and 200 women in attendance,” said Allie Birket, one of the organizers. “We didn’t have a luncheon in 2020 or 2021, but began again in 2022. Last year’s luncheon numbers were low ,around 70 women attended, but we saw a better turnout this year. We had 114 women attend!

“We plan on having one every year,” she said. ” And we hope attendance continues to rise.”

“This was the first women’s luncheon I’ve planned, so it was a completely new experience,” she said. “The very best part was seeing so many smiling faces! We’re getting a lot of great feedback from the food to the vendors to the décor. Everyone seemed to really enjoy it, and that makes it all worth it! A HUGE shoutout to: FSCC’s Community Relations Committee, who helped plan the event and who volunteered at the event; Great Western Dining who catered the wraps and drinks; Twigs & Berries who catered the sides and desserts; and all of our vendors who helped complete the event. The whole luncheon came together wonderfully, and it wouldn’t have been possible without each and every one of these amazing people.”

“The best part of the luncheon was being able to interact with the community, be that luncheon attendees or vendors,” said Susie Arvidson, one of the organizers. ” It’s wonderful to see women of our community visiting, enjoying a wonderful lunch, and shopping local businesses.”

 

There were 16 vendors who displayed their services and products at the luncheon:

FSCC Nursing
FSCC Cosmetology
Mary Kay
Jbloom Jewelry
Riggs Chiropractic Fort Scott
Red Aspen
BBCO Health Dept
CHC
Rite On
The Baby Stitch
Erika George Photography
The River Room
Flying P Ranch
Kimberly Demko
SEK Mental Health Center
Desert Blooms Boutique

 

Business women lined the entrance lobby of the Ellis Art Center on the campus of Fort Scott Community College. Women could shop on their way to the serving table.
Women visiting during the luncheon.
Woman enjoying the meal and conversation at the FSCC Women’s Appreciation Luncheon on April 26.

RSVP Today For the FSCC Women’s Appreciation Luncheon on April 26

Ellis Fine Arts Center on the campus of Fort Scott Community College, 2108 S. Horton.

Fort Scott Community College’s Women’s Appreciation Luncheon  is April 26 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Ellis Fine Arts Center, 2108 S. Horton. Please RSVP today, April 25 by 3 p.m.

In addition to lunch, catered by Great Western Dining and Twigs & Berries, there will be door prizes and product displays.

The menu for the event:

  • Choose one wrap from two selections: Southwest or club (Great Western Dining)
  • Traditional salad (Twigs & Berries)
  • Caprese pasta salad (Twigs & Berries)
  • Sugar cookie fruit pizza (Twigs & Berries)
  • Rainbow fruit salad (Twigs & Berries)

Cost of the lunch is $5. One can also pay at the door.

“The purpose of the event is to provide a luncheon of good food, great company, and to support local businesses owned by women,” Allie Birket, a Community Relations Committee member said. Birket,  who is the assistant to the college president and Susie Arvidson, director of library services, are on the committee.

RSVP to [email protected] or 620-223-2700.

Vendors are FSCC Nursing Dept., FSCC Cosmetology Dept., Better in Bourbon Clothing, Tupperware, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Jbloom Jewelry, Riggs Chiropractic Fort Scott, Red Aspen, Bourbon County Health Dept., The Baby Stitch, Erica George Photography, The River Room (event center), Flying P Ranch, Kimberly Demko, Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center, Desert Blooms Boutique, Locust Hill Lamanches (goat milk products).

 

 

High School Students Can Get a Head Start on High Demand/High Paying Jobs

Photos taken from CTEC’s Facebook page.
For students who want a career in construction trades such as welding, masonry, carpentry or heating and air conditioning, which are high demand and high paying jobs,  there is a short cut  to do that.
Junior or senior year students in Fort Scott High School and Uniontown High School have the opportunity to get a head start on these jobs,  said Kris Mengarelli, Fort Scott Community College’s Director of the Career and Technology Center, CTEC.
“CTE courses prepare students with the technical, academic, and employment skills needed for life after high school,” from CTEC’s Facebook page. “The courses hone critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills—all valuable tools needed to succeed in today’s workforce.”
“Starting in the fall of 2023, we are….offering carpentry basics, OSHA 10 (certification training) and introduction to craft skills for high school and college,” he said. “This is typically for juniors and seniors. It’s a two-year program to get a certificate.”
“The teacher will be Michael Casner, a Fort Scott High School teacher,” he said. “He’ll be teaching dual credit classes for those three classes at the high school. Uniontown will be able to send students over to attend those classes as well. The schools will coordinate what works best.”
The target student is any interested in the trades for a career.
The State of Kansas is offering an Excel in CTE Initiative, for high school juniors and seniors  for free college tuition on approved technical courses offered at Kansas technical schools and community colleges.
“The state looks at where there is a lacking workforce,” he said.
The main purpose of the bill is to stimulate growth in Career and Technical Education at both the secondary and post-secondary level in Kansas, according to https://www.ksde.org/Agency/Division-of-Learning-Services/Career-Standards-and-Assessment-Services/CSAS-Home/Career-Technical-Education-CTE/Excel-in-CTE
“There are some small fees that fall back on the student, but not significant,” Mengarelli said.
Following the classes for dual high school and college credit, students will have a nationally recognized certificate,” he said. “Students who want to go into construction, this makes them employable  just out of high school.”
CTEC is located in Crawford County.
Destry Brown, Fort Scott’s Superintendent of USD 234 was a “key player in getting CTEC started in Crawford County,” Mengarelli said.
Brown was formerly a superintendent of schools in Pittsburg, in Crawford County and is currently superintendent of schools for Fort Scott.