1. Perkins 2015-16 End of Year Evaluation Stanly Community College Albemarle, NC

2. Perkins funding made a difference at our college by: Funding the salary for our Program Head of Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Funding the salaries for our Nursing Assistant instructors located at Albemarle High School Funding the purchase of a simulated patient mannequin to be used in our Emergency Medical Services program to improved the skills of our EMS curriculum students (pending)

3. Our college’s best practice using Perkins funds is: Stanly Community College has typically used its Perkins funds to cover salaries for new or expanding CTE programs. This funding has made it possible to create new programs and opportunities as enrollment grows to a level that can support the program. In the past couple of years we have worked to move many CE CTE programs to CU Heavy Equipment Operations, Welding, Machining, HVAC, Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology, EMS, Pharmacy Technology Our CTE CCP pathways are part of a 9-14 plan leading to an AAS or Diploma

4. Our College Perkins Team: NameTitleE-MailPhone Jeff ParsonsAssociate VP of Advanced Manufacturing & Industrial Technology jparsons7694@stanly.edu704-991-0321 Tabitha RitchieCoordinator of AMIT CE / Faculty Associate tritchie9358@stanly.edu704-991-0181 Christie HoneycuttAssociate Dean of Health and Public Services choneycutt7476@stanly.edu704-991-0295 Becky WallInterim Executive VP & CFO rwall8535@stanly.edu704-991-0176 Stephanie FisherAssociate VP for Fiscal Services sfisher3774@stanly.edu704-991-0206 Tammie McIlwaineDean of Pre-College / Stanly Early College Liason tmcilwaine7455@stanly.edu704-991-0311 Heather HillInterim Chief Academic Officer hhill7464@stanly.edu704-991-0306

5. 1. We strengthened the academic, career and technical skills of our students by: Faculty and CAO work with CTE Program Advisory Boards consisting of industry representatives to strengthen program requirements to meet workforce needs. Programmatic changes are based on Advisory Board input. Advanced Manufacturing & Industrial Technology – October 29, 2015 (Lowered the priority of CAM training in the machining program based on industry input) Business & Technology – October 29, 2015 (Narrowed focus to specific IT training programs based on workforce needs, brought Agribusiness degree onboard based on community need) Early Childhood – October 20, 2015 and March 22, 2016 (Working to provide more training related to culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse children) Allied Health – September 24, 2015 (Began utilizing mock interviews with hospital hiring managers based on industry feedback) Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) and Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) are analyzed on an annual schedule to determine strengths and weaknesses in student learning. PLOs and SLOs data are used in annual plans and program analysis to support recommended changes.

6. For example: The EDU program used data from the PLOs and EDU 284 course SLOs to determine that a second practicum would benefit students. Students were struggling with putting some concepts into practice in the classroom and it was felt that the additional practicum would benefit students in moving their education into actual practice. Students now complete two practicums: one at the end of their first year and one at the end of their second year. Spring 2016 is the first semester that the EDU 184 Introductory Practicum was taught.

7. 2. We linked career and technical education at the secondary level with career and technical education at the postsecondary level: Faculty & CAO, in conjunction with Stanly County Schools, ensure that CCP Programs of Study are linked directly to CTE programs at the high schools and community college. SCC’s Dean of Precollege talks regularly with the school system’s CTE Director. 9-14 plans are developed in cooperation with the local school system. Each year high school courses are evaluated by program heads to see if they can become part of our local tech prep agreement with SCS. CCP Success Coach Advisor works with Counselors and students at each high school to advise on programs of study and career pathways. SCC hired a CCP Success Coach/Advisor who spends 4 out of 5 days each week at the local high schools. CTE Advisory boards review all CCP Pathways. SCC’s Dean of Precollege presented all CCP pathways to CTE advisory boards this past year.

8. 3. We provided students with strong experience in, and understanding of all aspects of an industry by: PLOs and SLOs in the AAS programs are developed with business and industry input and are analyzed for strengths and weaknesses in providing students the educational needs to be successful in the workplace. Multiple CTE programs have clinical, practicums and or work-based learning opportunities to provide specific industry experience. Each opportunity is evaluated by the program instructor, clinical instructor/director or WBL coordinator, and the students. Data collected from the evaluations is used to improve the experiences and or expand opportunities.

9. Fall 2015: 266 students participated in Clinicals/Practicums/WBL Spring 2016: 291 students participated in Clinicals/Practicums/WBL EDU, Allied Health, Human Services, BMET, Welding, HVAC, Criminal Justice, Advertising and Graphic Design Partnerships with industry have also resulted in many part-time job opportunities in fields like welding, machining, HVAC, autobody,Heavy Equipment, Networking, etc. SCC has a growing number of companies partnering with us to offer pre-apprenticeship opportunities. Some of these have already turned into full time jobs for our students.

10. Feedback from Practicums/Clinicals/WBL 80 – 100% (depending on major) of students agreed or strongly agreed that their work-based learning opportunities helped them meet their learning objectives. “…I really enjoyed this class…” “…critiques of the clinical paperwork are relevant, useful, and frankly needed…” “…I would give anything to stay with them as an employee…” “…I liked this rotation and learned a great deal…” “…I felt as if I made a difference while was here…” “…I felt that this was a great learning experience…”

11. 4. We developed, improved, or expanded the use of technology in career and technical education by: Programs of Study are reviewed annually to update math, science and technology requirements. Faculty were provided with training in the College’s Faculty Innovation Center to improve technology skills and distance learning delivery methods. Classes included Using Analytics in Online Courses, Cloud Storage, Quiz Analytic Tool in Moodle, Respondus Lockdown Browser, etc. Students are provided opportunities to participate in SkillsUSA programs, as well as work-based learning opportunities, industry field trips, and mentoring opportunities. 9 students from SCC participated in SkillsUSA in April and several are headed to the national competition this summer. 63 High school students participated in our April 15 th electronics blast competition Heavy Equipment, Welding, Machining, and Engineering instructors took students on field trips to employers, equipment manufacturers, trade shows, and expos. Allied Health students completed clinicals at hospitals and other medical offices. Biomedical Equipment Technology and Early Childhood students completed required WBL or practicum courses. Pre-apprenticeship opportunities are now available at 5 local manufacturers for several CTE programs.

12. 5. We provided professional development by: SCC offers professional development opportunities throughout the year for all faculty. Over 17 different professional development opportunities have been made available on our campus to SCC faculty, including Advising training, Using Skype for Online Office Hours, Making Instructional Videos, Measuring Assessment vs. Completion, Quality Matters, etc. SCC hosts an annual Counselors luncheon to acquaint High School Counselors with College programs. Luncheons were held on February 11 and December 17, 2015. SCC sponsors a Career Academy for Educators to inform public school personnel about current industry needs and training opportunities in the community college. CAFÉ program was held for local teachers, administrators, and counselors in June 2015. SCC hosts Manufacturing Week events that invite public school students, faculty, parents, counselors and administrators to open house events and tours. April 8 th and 22 nd – Tour groups from all 4 local high schools and our early college learned about AMIT programs. April 15 th – Electronics blast competition for local high school students held on our campus. April 29 th – SCC hosted the regional FFA welding competition on our campus.

13. 6. We developed and implemented evaluations of our career and technical education programs by: Periodic program reviews are managed through Institutional Effectiveness. For 2015-2016, the following programs went through the Program Review process: Advertising & Graphic Design, Pharmacy Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Simulation & Game Design, EET, CET, and BMET A survey was sent out in May to assess how the needs of CTE special populations are being met. 271 students responded to the survey

18. 7. We initiated, improved, expanded, and modernized quality career and technical education programs, including relevant technology by: Continued initiation and improvement of HVAC Technology, Nursing Assistant and Emergency Medical Services programs by funding faculty positions and equipment purchases. (Perkins funds) A renovation is currently in progress that will add additional lab space and equipment for Electronics Engineering Technology, Computer- Integrated Machining, and Heavy Equipment Operations. (EDA Grant, other grants, state funds)

19. 8. We provided services and activities that are of sufficient size, scope, and quality to be effective as evidenced by: SCC had 1754 Curriculum CTE students in Spring 2016 SCC offers tutoring, resume writing, interview skill building, career fairs, and the SCC Job Portal The most recent career fair was held on March 22 nd with dozens of local businesses and organizations participating Free tutoring services are available for math, English, biology, anatomy & physiology, and other STEM related courses Fall 2015: 189 CTE students made 1057 tutoring requests Spring 2016: 123 CTE students made 579 tutoring requests SmartThinking is available to provide online tutoring services to those can’t come to our physical location for tutoring

20. 9. We provided activities to prepare special populations students who are enrolled in CTE courses by: Offer mentoring programs such as Ambassadors, ROSE and Webb scholar mentoring 6 CTE students were part of the ROSE scholarship program 5 CTE students were part of the Webb Scholar Mentoring program 5 out of 6 SCC Ambassadors are CTE students We have assigned Counselors and a Retention Specialist to each of the Schools within the College to address the individualized needs of the special populations

21. Closing Thoughts The Perkins grant has been vital to helping Stanly Community College initiate and expand CTE curriculum programs of study. Expanded our Early Childhood Education Program Added the following programs: Medical Assisting, Pharmacy Tech, Heavy Equipment, HVAC, and Nursing Assistant (CCP) Increased headcount in CCP CTE programs by 22% from Spring 2015 to Spring 2016 Over 70% of our CTE students were female during the last 2 Spring semesters