The Fort Scott Community College Board of Trustees will meet for a work/planning session at 4 p.m. on March 21. This is the day of the regular monthly meeting, so the work/planning session will take place prior to the meeting. The session is open to the public, but no official business will be conducted during this time.
Submitted by Juley McDaniel
Director of Human Resources
Fort Scott Community College
Fifty years after its theatrical debut, the musical “Godspell” returns to the stage at Fort Scott Community College in an exciting, powerful new form next month.
Called “a ‘Godspell’ for the new millennium” by Paul Shaffer, who conducted the Toronto production of the original musical in March 1972, the show was revised in 2012 with gritty new dialogue and edgy new arrangements of the memorable songs.
“This is not the version staged here in 2013,” said Allen Twitchell, FSCC theater instructor, who is directing the musical with the assistance of Dr. Denissa Rivas, FSCC music instructor, and Rachel Dugan, choreographer, of Fort Scott. “Our version is told by a group of homeless young people set amidst the urban decay of a metropolitan city who elect to follow the teachings of a messiah-like figure preaching peace, love and community.”
The musical was conceived and originally directed by John-Michael Tebelak with music and new lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. “Godspell” was originally produced on the New York stage by Edgar Lansbury, Stuart Duncan and Joseph Beruh.
Shows are 7:30 p.m. March 25-26 and 2 p.m. March 27. Admission is $5. FSCC students, faculty and staff are admitted free of charge. Masks are required.
The FSCC cast features: Ray Burch, freshman from St. Louis, as Jesus; Evan Ballinger, freshman from Pleasanton, as Judas; Lexi Ornelas, freshman from Chanute, as Anna Maria; Jacquie Hampton, sophomore from Uniontown, as Celisse; Hyden Wirsig, freshman from Drexel, Mo., as Nick; Sonny Webb, freshman from Tampa, Fla., as Morgan; Colleen Sweat, sophomore from Pleasanton, as Uzo; Robenton Wirsig, freshman from Drexel, Mo., as George; Kiera Threlfall, sophomore from Frontenac, as Telly; Mackenzie Peoples, sophomore from Fort Scott, as Lindsay; Shawn Huffman, freshman from Fort Scott, as Brick; Dray Dickey, freshman from Bronaugh, Mo., as Simon; Paityn Curtis, freshman from LaCygne, as Minnie; Carlee Studyvin, sophomore from Fort Scott, as Rachel; and Joy Nichols, freshman from Moundville, Mo., as Jo.
Meda Hurst, freshman from Fort Scott, is stage manager; Zach Loper, freshman from Girard, supplies the sound; and Dylan Graham, freshman from Tonganoxie, supplies the lights.
“Godspell” is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Minutes of the Board of Trustees Meeting
January 24, 2022
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, and community members
Chairman Bartelsmeyer 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: Thank you to Bryan Holt for being the newest board member. KASB will be here
for a board training at the February meeting. The board will begin the training at 4 pm with the meeting to follow. If a
board member is unable to attend, the training will be postponed to March.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC: None
CONSENT AGENDA: A motion was made by Fewins, seconded by Nelson, and carried by unanimous vote to approve
the consent agenda.
ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS:
A. Rob Harrington presented information regarding the Neighborhood Revitalization Program. A motion was made
to approve the interlocal agreement for the Neighborhood Revitalization Program by Nelson, seconded by Hart,
and carried by unanimous vote.
B. A motion was made by Elliott, seconded by Fewins, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the public records
request policy with the following language added to the fee structure:
**For records requiring attorney consultation as well as FSCC time in excess of 30 minutes, both the attorney
rate and FSCC rate will be assessed.
AUDIT REPORT: Terry Sercer of Diehl, Banwart, Bolton reviewed the results of FSCC’s recent audit. The auditors
gave an unqualified opinion. Sercer noted the tremendous financial impact that FSCC has on the community, with $9.8
million in federal grants processed through FSCC, including financial aid PELL and COVID-19 grants.
No state statutory violations, and no violations of federal law were cited. Sercer did have to cite a deficiency in internal
controls due to a cash balance difference of $46,000. He noted the amount is not a large amount in comparison to the total
audited amount of $22 million. Sercer attributed the deficiency to the additional work and reporting required by the
COVID-19 grants.
ITEMS FOR REVIEW: The Board reviewed letters of correspondence.
REPORTS:
ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATES: The Board reviewed and heard reports from Gordon Parks, Student Services, Student
Affairs, Athletics, Instruction, Finance and Operations, and the President.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the Trustees, a motion to adjourn was made at 6:55
p.m. by Elliott, seconded by Fewins, and carried by unanimous vote.
Chairman Clerk
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The Fort Scott Community College Board of Trustees will start at 4 pm with a training provided by Dr. Doug Moeckel of KASB. This will be open session, but no official business will be conducted during this training session.
The Board of Trustees of Fort Scott Community College will meet in regular session on Monday,
February 21, 2022. The meeting will be held in Cleaver-Burris-Boileau Hall at Fort Scott
Community College.
4:00 p.m. Board training provided by KASB in Cleaver-Burris-Boileau Hall at 4:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. Dinner in Cleaver-Burris-Boileau Hall at 5:00 followed by regular board meeting at
5:30 p.m.
THE AGENDA
4:00 KASB BOARD TRAINING
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 January 24,
2022, 6
C. Approval of Treasurer’s Report, Bills, and Claims, 9
D. Approval of Personnel Actions, 5
ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS, 61
A. Approval of Beverage Sales and Vending Provider on Campus, 61
B. Approval of 2022-23 Academic Calendars, 79
REPORTS, 82
A. Administrative Updates, 82
EXECUTIVE SESSION, 100
ADJOURNMENT, 101
UPCOMING CALENDAR DATES:
• February 21, 2022: Board Meeting
• March 14 – 18, 2022: Spring Break, Campus Closed
• March 21, 2022: Board Meeting
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• March 25, 2022: Aggie Day
• April 12, 2022: Foundation Scholarship Dinner
• April 15, 2022: Good Friday, Campus Closed
• April 18, 2022: Board Meeting
• May 6, 2022: Athletic Award Show
• May 7, 2022: Hall of Fame Golf Tournament and Banquet
• May 10 – 13, 2022: Finals
• May 14, 2022: Graduation
• May 16, 2022: Board Meeting
• May 30, 2022: Memorial Day, Campus Closed
• June 20, 2022: Board Meeting
• July 16, 2022: Foundation Gala
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.
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ROLL CALL
_____ John Bartelsmeyer
_____ Jim Fewins
_____ Dave Elliott
_____ Kirk Hart
_____ Bryan Holt
_____ Robert Nelson
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CALL TO ORDER
A. COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
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CONSENT AGENDA
A. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
1) Attached are the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting conducted on January
24, 2022.
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) Melissa Schelah, IDRC Project Specialist, effective February 1, 2022
b) Madison Dehlinger, Assistant Volleyball Coach, effective February 18, 2022
2) Separations
a) Bethanne Elliott, Admissions Representative/Graphic Design Specialist,
effective February 15, 2022
b) Aliya Higginbotham, Head Volleyball Coach, effective February 18, 2022
c) Brian Lancaster, Director of Admissions, effective February 28, 2022
To view the entire packet:
The Fort Scott Community College Board of Trustees will gather at 4 p.m. before the regularly scheduled monthly meeting on February 21 for a board training session provided by Kansas Association of School Boards.
No action will be taken during this training time, but it is open to the public.
Due to inclement weather, ALL Fort Scott Community College locations will be closed Wednesday, February 2nd. Stay safe, Stay warm Greyhounds!
The Bourbon County Arts Council announces its 30th Annual Fine Arts Competition and Exhibit, to be held at the Danny and Willa Ellis Family Fine Arts Center on the campus of Fort Scott Community College, Thursday, March 10th, through Saturday, March 12th.
The mixed media competition is open to artists of age 16 and older. Categories include Ceramics, Drawing and Graphics (Pencil, Pen, Ink), Fiber Art, Glasswork, Jewelry, Mixed Media, Painting (Oil & Acrylic), Pastel, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture, and Watercolor.
A new themed category has been included; the theme this year is “The Eye of the Beholder”.
An artist may create a piece in any of the above media categories, as it relates to the theme.
Entry fees are $7.50 per piece for Bourbon County Arts Council members and $10.00 per piece for non-members. Artists may enter up to five pieces, but only three in any one category. Entry deadline and payment are due by March 4th, 2022.
Cash awards totaling greater than $3500.00 will be made, for Best of Show in 2D and 3D, First and Second Place winners in each category, and a Popular Vote winner.
Entry forms may be requested by calling Deb Anderson at 620-224-8650, Deb Halsey at (620)224-0684, or e-mailing [email protected].
PLEASE NOTE: We are no longer accepting pieces shipped to BCAC for entry into the exhibit.
The schedule for this year’s Exhibit is as follows:
Entry forms and payment, as stated above, are due by March 4th. No late entries will be accepted.
Artwork will be accepted at the Ellis Fine Arts Center on March 6th, between 1 and 4 pm.
Juror critique of the artwork will occur on March 9th; this is closed to artists and the public.
The BCAC will host a Chamber Coffee Thursday, March 10th at 8:00 am at the Ellis Center; artists are invited to attend.
The Exhibit will be open for public viewing on Thursday, March 10th and Friday, March 11th, from 12:00 pm until 7:00 pm, and on Saturday, March 12th, from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm.
A reception, open to the public, will be held for participating artists and the Juror on Thursday evening, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.
The Danny and Willa Ellis Family Fine Arts Center is located at 2108 Horton St., Fort Scott, Kansas.
Submitted by Kassie Fugate-Cate
Fort Scott Community College announces the honor roll for fall 2021! We had about 244 Hounds on the honor roll list! Congratulations Greyhounds!!
To view the students:
The honor roll system is based on three main levels:
Great job Hounds!! We have very proud of your hard work and dedication to your education!!
Keep up the fantastic work!!
January 24, 2022
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,
January 24, 2022. 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 at 5:00 followed by regular board meeting at 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
C. Audit Report, 4
CONSENT AGENDA, 5
A. Approval of Agenda, 5
B. Approval of Minutes of previous Regular Board Meeting conducted on December 13,
2021, 6
C. Approval of Treasurer’s Report, Bills, and Claims, 9
D. Approval of Personnel Actions, 5
ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS, 52
A. Approval of Interlocal Agreement Between City of Fort Scott, Bourbon County, USD 234, and FSCC, 52
B. Consideration of Public Records Request Policy, 56
REPORTS, 58
A. Administrative Updates, 58
EXECUTIVE SESSION, 76
ADJOURNMENT, 77
UPCOMING CALENDAR DATES:
• January 24, 2022: Board Meeting
• February 21, 2022: Board Meeting
• March 14 – 18, 2022: Spring Break, Campus Closed
• March 21, 2022: Board Meeting
• March 25, 2022: Aggie Day
• April 12, 2022: Foundation Scholarship Dinner
• April 15, 2022: Good Friday, Campus Closed
• April 18, 2022: Board Meeting
• May 6, 2022: Athletic Award Show
• May 7, 2022: Hall of Fame Golf Tournament and Banquet
• May 10 – 13, 2022: Finals
• May 14, 2022: Graduation
• May 16, 2022: Board Meeting
• May 30, 2022: Memorial Day, Campus Closed
• June 20, 2022: Board Meeting
• July 16, 2022: Foundation Gala
CALL TO ORDER
A. COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
C. AUDIT REPORT
CONSENT AGENDA
A. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
1) Attached are the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting conducted on December
13, 2021.
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) Separations
a) Sean Davidson, Assistant Football Coach, effective January 31, 2022
b) Kelly Davis, Assistant Football Coach, effective January 31, 2022
c) Jeff George, Assistant Football Coach, effective January 31, 2022
d) Carson Hunter, Head Football Coach, effective January 31, 2022
e) Brant Newman, Assistant Football Coach, effective January 31, 2022
f) Jeremiah Taylor, Assistant Football Coach, effective January 31, 2022
To view the full multi-page agenda:
1.24.22 Consent Agenda
FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Minutes of the Board of Trustees Meeting
December 13, 2021
PRESENT: John Bartelsmeyer, Dave Elliott, Jim Fewins, Kirk Hart, Bill Meyer, and Robert Nelson
ALSO PRESENT: Alysia Johnston, President, Juley McDaniel, Board Clerk, faculty, staff, and community members
Chairman Bartelsmeyer 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: Bartelsmeyer presented Bill Meyer with a plaque of recognition in honor of his
service to FSCC.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
Matt Glades and Jack Milligan expressed concerns over the termination of the football program. Jim Chapman was also
signed up to speak about the football program but yielded his time.
KACCT Quarterly Update: Alysia provided update of quarterly meeting. Board training was discussed.
CONSENT AGENDA: A motion was made by Fewins, seconded by Nelson, and carried by unanimous vote to approve
the consent agenda.
ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS:
A. President Johnston requested input from board members regarding potential board training. The board agreed to
have her identify a date to have a training prior to a regularly scheduled board meeting.
B. A motion was made by Elliott seconded by Hart and carried by unanimous vote to appoint Juley McDaniel as the
Information Officer.
C. Juley McDaniel provided a summary of community college and community KORA request policies and fees for a
pending update to FSCC’s open records policy. Board will provide feedback and suggestions to Juley before the
next meeting.
D. A motion was made by Fewins seconded by Nelson and carried by unanimous vote to approve Janet Fancher as
the Title IX Coordinator.
E. A motion was made by Elliott seconded by Hart and carried by unanimous vote to approve the bid from MSI
Constructors for the Bailey Hall renovation.
F. Beth Warren and John Haas with Ranson Financial Group reviewed financing options for the softball and baseball
turf projects. A motion was made by Meyer seconded by Fewins and carried by unanimous vote to approve
financing COP by Countryside bank as presented.
ITEMS FOR REVIEW: The Board reviewed letters of correspondence.
REPORTS:
A. ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATES: The Board reviewed and heard reports from Student Services, Student
Affairs, Athletics, Instruction, Finance and Operations, and the President.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the Trustees, a motion to adjourn was made at 6:45
p.m. by Fewins, seconded by Nelson, and carried by unanimous vote.
Chairman Clerk
There will be a Lunch and Learn about segragation practices in Wichita in the 1950s on Monday, January 17th, 2022, from 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. at the Danny and Willa Ellis Family Fine Arts Center on the campus of Fort Scott Community College.
Attendance is free.
Lunch provided by Luther’s BBQ (visitors may bring their own lunch)
Drinks and desserts provided by Great Western Dining.
The event is called Martin Luther King, Jr. Lunch and Learn “Dockum Drugstore Sit-In”
The presentation explores Wichita’s Dockum Drugstore Sit-In
Guest Speaker is Prisca Barnes.
In July 1958, Black Students gathered at Wichita’s Dockum Drugstore to stage a peaceful protest against the unequal practice of segregation. Although this protest was not publicized in the newspapers in 1958, the students participating in the demonstration worked to gain access to public spaces, like movie theaters and restaurants. This presentation discusses the details of the sit-in, explores how these protests helped transform the struggle for racial equality, and considers contemporary non-violent protests.
Prisca Barnes is the founder of Storytime Village, Inc., a nonprofit organization in Wichita that promotes reading among low-income children and families. She is a passionate advocate for equity in education and literacy.
“The Dockum Drugstore Sit-In” is part of Humanities Kansas’s Movement of Ideas Speakers Bureau, featuring presentations and workshops designed to share stories that inspire, spark conversations that inform, and generate insights that strengthen civic engagement.
For more information about “The Dockum Drugstore Sit-In” contact the Gordon Parks Museum.
