PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE · 4/16/2019 · PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES (DBOT) MINUTES APRIL 16, 2019 Regular Meeting Loxahatchee Groves Campus 4:00 PM Auditorium,

PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES (DBOT)

MINUTES ● APRIL 16, 2019 Regular Meeting Loxahatchee Groves Campus 4:00 PM

Auditorium, 15845 Southern Boulevard, Loxahatchee, FL 33470

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1. MEETING CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairperson Williams called meeting to order at 4:10 p.m. Student Trustee Shanice Guthrie led the Pledge of Allegiance. Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Carolyn L. Williams Chairperson Present Barbara J. Miedema Vice Chairperson Present Wendy S. Link Trustee Late 4:10 p.m. Darcy J. Davis Trustee Present Philip H. Ward III Trustee Late 4:03 p.m. Shanice Guthrie Student Trustee Present

2. COMMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS Professors Catherine Montero and Mark Gatlin shared with the Board an exercise they recently created by using a social media platform as a tool to educate and communicate more efficiently with the Generation Z student.

3. AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS - None

4. APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES

A. Approval of Board Minutes from the March 19, 2019 District Board of Trustees Meeting.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Barbara J. Miedema, Vice Chairperson SECONDER: Darcy J. Davis, Trustee IN FAVOR: Williams, Miedema, Davis, Ward ABSENT: Link

5. APPROVAL OF BOARD AGENDA

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Darcy J. Davis, Trustee SECONDER: Philip H. Ward III, Trustee IN FAVOR: Williams, Miedema, Davis, Ward ABSENT: Link

A. Abstentions by Board Members – None

B. Public Comments* – None

6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

A. Academic Affairs and Student Services

1. Approval of 2019/2020 College Catalog – Dr. Roger Yohe B. Administration and Business Services

1. Approval of the Architectural Short Form Agreement with Zyscovich Architects for the Remodel of Selective Areas of Building CF105, Including a Change of Use for

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Conference Room E and F to Cafeteria Services, Lake Worth Campus – Mr. John Wasukanis

2. Approval of Missing Property Report for July, 2018 – Mr. David Chojnacki

C. Information Technology – None

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Darcy J. Davis, Trustee SECONDER: Barbara J. Miedema, Vice Chairperson IN FAVOR: Williams, Miedema, Davis, Ward ABSENT: Link

7. APPROVAL OF ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA – None

8. TRUSTEES’ COMMITTEE REPORTS

A. College Investment Committee – Trustee Davis, the DBOT representative on this committee, reported the College has decided to not diversity its current investments to include short-term funds due to the lack of substantial earning opportunity.

B. Foundation Board of Directors and Executive Committee - Trustee Miedema, the DBOT representative on this committee, reported that the Palm Beach State Foundation (the “Foundation”) is near meeting its annual goal of three million dollars ($3,000,000.00). Trustee Miedema provide an update on the planning for the Foundation’s Annual Golf Tournament that will take place at PGA National Golf Club on April 26, 2019. It was announced that a donor reception will be hosted on May 7, 2019 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the Fountains Country Club.

9. PRESIDENT’S REPORT

A. Presentations

1. Loxahatchee Groves Enrollment Update – Dr. Peter Barbatis announced the hiring of Dr. Latanya McNeal, Executive Dean Belle Glade Campus and Mr. Stephen Joyner, Executive Dean Loxahatchee Groves Campus. Dr. Barbatis highlighted the enrollment statistics that are particular to the Loxahatchee Groves Campus. A copy of his presentation is attached hereto and made a part hereof. Mr. Joyner and Dr. McNeal briefly introduced themselves and shared their commitment to the mission of the College.

2. Legislative Update – Mrs. Rachael Bonlarron reported to the Board updates on the recently-filed/addressed legislation. Mrs. Bonlarron highlighted the key differences between the proposed budgets from both chambers of the Florida Legislature. A copy of her presentation is attached hereto and made a part hereof. President Parker reported that at the request of the Governor, the 28 colleges of the Florida College System (“FCS”) adopted a free expression statement that was in line with current law. President Parker will share the adopted statement with the Board at the next DBOT meeting to discuss whether or not it is to be adopted as the College’s policy.

3. Correspondence from the State of Florida Commissioner of Education – President Parker shared with the Board the correspondence received from the Florida Commissioner of Education regarding transportation access fees. President Parker noted that in accordance with the College’s policy, there is a five-dollar ($5.00) transportation access fee charged to all students. A student that does not drive to and/or park on the College’s campuses will be provided an option to opt out from being assessed said fee.



4. President Parker reported the great feedback received from the College-sponsored Boca Chamber breakfast and expressed her gratitude to Trustee Link for her participation as well as Mr. Diego Meeroff and his team for their assistance in the planning and execution of the event. President Parker further reported the College was recognized nationally as one of nineteen Colleges for its leadership on diversity by Diverse Magazine.

B. Informational Items

1. Academic Affairs and Student Services

a. Quarterly College Enrollment Update – Dr. Barbatis reported a college-wide analysis on the state of enrollment and the outreach efforts to not only increase enrollment but, retain our current students. A copy of his presentation is attached hereto and made a part hereof.

b. 2022 Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (“SACSCOC”) Accreditation Reaffirmation – Dr. Holly Bennett presented to the Board a timeline of the SACSCOC reaffirmation process and noted the requirement for the Board to regularly evaluate its responsibilities and expectations. A Board self-evaluation survey will be circulated for completion prior to the upcoming Board Retreat that is tentatively scheduled to precede the June 18, 2019 DBOT meeting.

c. Proposed Addition of Marine Service Technology PSAV Program, CIP Code No. 0647061611, Effective Fall, 2019 – Dr. Yohe presented items B.1.C. through B.1.K. for proposed addition/deletion due to either industry demand or as requested by community partners.

d. Proposed Addition of Diesel Maintenance Technician PSAV Program, CIP Code No. 0647060515, Effective Fall, 2019.

e. Proposed Addition of Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair PSAV Program, CIP Code No. 0647060422, Effective Fall, 2019.

f. Proposed Addition of Low Voltage Systems Technician PSAV Program, CIP Code No. 06470110106, Effective Fall, 2019.

g. Proposed Addition of Human Behavior CCC, Effective Fall, 2019.

h. Proposed Addition of Surgical Services A.S. Degree, Effective Fall, 2021.

i. Proposed Addition of Human Services B.S. Degree, Effective Fall, 2020.

j. Proposed Addition of Cardiopulmonary Sciences B.S. Degree, Effective Fall, 2020.

k. Proposed Deletion of Career and Technical Educator ATC Program, Effective Fall, 2020.

2. Business Administration

a. Quarterly Human Resources Executive Summary for the Period of January 1, 2019 – March 31, 2019 – Mr. Michael Pustizzi presented to the Board the summary of appointments, transfers, promotions, retirements, departures, and temporary assignments for the noted period.

b. Planning and Construction Projects Status Report Dated April 1, 2019 – Mr. John Wasukanis reported all projects, with the exception of the installation of the exterior doors on the Belle Glade Campus, are on schedule. Mr. Wasukanis reported a resolution has been reached with the contractor on record and a deductive change order will be provided in the near future for Board approval. Trustee Davis requested a more in-depth review of the capital improvement process.



c. Financial Review and Analysis for the Seven Months Ending March 31, 2019 – Mr. Robbi Stivers introduced the College’s new Chief of Security, Dr. Delsa Bush. Mr. Stivers further reported the College is expected to remain on budget for the year. Mr. Stivers discussed the implications some of the legislation being considered will have on the manner in which the College operates. Mr. James Duffie presented the key metrics as requested by the Board during the March 19, 2019 DBOT meeting. A copy of his report is attached hereto and made a part hereof.

d. Quarterly Contracts Report Update – In accordance with the College’s policy, Mr. David Chojnacki presented a quarterly report of executed contracts.

3. Information Technology – None

4. Office of the General Counsel – Dr. Kevin Fernander provided a quarterly update on the status of litigation matters for the 2018/2019 fiscal year. A copy of his report is attached hereto and made a part hereof.

10. ACTION ITEMS

A. Academic Affairs and Student Services

1. Approval of the 2019/2020 Faculty Sabbaticals – Dr. Yohe presented for Board approval the proposal for faculty sabbaticals for one (1) faculty member. A copy of his presentation is attached hereto and made a part hereof.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Wendy S. Link, Trustee SECONDER: Barbara J. Miedema, Vice Chairperson IN FAVOR: Williams, Miedema, Link, Davis, Ward

2. Approval of Deletion of Emergency Management AS Degree (Emergency Management Concentration, Program Code No. 2438E, and Homeland Security Concentration, Program Code No. 2438H; both CIP Code No. 1743030200/43.0302). Proposed Deletion of Emergency Management CCC, Program Code No. 6437, CIP Code No. 0743030201/43.0302 – Dr. Yohe presented for Board approval the deletion of the noted programs due to low enrollment and lack of demand.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Darcy J. Davis, Trustee SECONDER: Wendy S. Link, Trustee IN FAVOR: Williams, Miedema, Link, Davis, Ward

3. Approval of Addition of New Risk Management and Insurance Operations CCC, Effective August, 2019 – Dr. Yohe presented for Board approval the addition of the noted program as recommended by the Business Advisory Council.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Barbara J. Miedema, Vice Chairperson SECONDER: Wendy S. Link, Trustee IN FAVOR: Williams, Miedema, Link, Davis, Ward

4. Approval of Addition of Mechatronics CCC, Effective Fall, 2019.

5. Approval of Addition of Lean Manufacturing CCC, Effective Fall, 2019.



6. Approval of Addition of Automation CCC, Effective Fall, 2019.

7. Approval of Addition of Advanced Manufacturing Concentration Under Engineering Technology A.S. Degree, Effective Fall, 2019

Dr. Yohe presented for Board approval items 10.A.4. – 10.A.7. as part of the required curriculum for the Job Growth Grant received by the College.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Wendy S. Link, Trustee SECONDER: Philip H. Ward III, Trustee IN FAVOR: Williams, Miedema, Link, Davis, Ward

B. Administration and Business Services

1. Approval of Order Form and Master Agreement with Blackboard Transact, Inc. and Higher One, Inc. dba Cashnet Subject to General Counsel’s Review and Approval of Terms and Conditions – Mr. Duffie presented for Board approval pending General Counsel’s review and approval of terms and conditions a contract for cashiering services as part of the implementation of the Workday-Student Module.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Barbara J. Miedema, Vice Chairperson SECONDER: Darcy J. Davis, Trustee IN FAVOR: Williams, Miedema, Link, Davis, Ward

C. Information Technology – None

11. OTHER BUSINESS

A. Chairperson Williams requested that items the Board is interested in discussing at the tentatively scheduled Board Retreat be provided to the Board’s Executive Assistant.

12. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS AND ANNONCEMENTS A. The next, regular District Board of Trustees Meeting is scheduled for 4:00 PM on May 14,

2019 at the Palm Beach Gardens Campus of Palm Beach State College

B. The Palm Beach State College Foundation’s 2019 Golf Classic will take place on April 26, 2019 at the PGA National Resort & Spa.

C. The College will be closed on Friday, April 19, 2019 for the Spring Holiday.

D. Spring 2019 Commencement Ceremonies will be held on Wednesday May 8, 2019 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center, located at 650 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. The ceremony for the Bachelor’s Degrees, Associate in Science Degrees and Certificate Programs will be held at 9:30 a.m. The ceremony for the Associate in Arts Degrees will be held at 2:00 p.m.

13. ADJOURNMENT

A. The meeting was adjourned at 6:26 p.m.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Barbara J. Miedema, Vice Chairperson SECONDER: Philip H. Ward III, Trustee IN FAVOR: Williams, Miedema, Link, Davis, Ward

Enrollment Update

Palm Beach State College District Board of Trustees Meeting

April 16 , 2019

Dr. Peter Barbatis, Vice President of Student Services, Enrollment Management and

Interim Provost

Unduplicated Spring HeadcountCredit and Prep as of end of Drop/Add

2

0

5,000

10,000

15,000

20,000

25,000

30,000

2015 2016 2017 2018 2019

26,606 26,543 26,97728,056 27,894

+3.9% -.5% overall

Unduplicated HeadcountSummer 2017 – Spring 2018

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Summer Fall Spring

Enrolled summer only 6,916 6,916

Enrolled summer and fall 3,315 3,315 3,315

Enrolled summer and spring 1,140 1,140 1,140

Enrolled summer, fall and spring 10,291 10,291 10,291 10,291

Enrolled fall only 6,858 6,858

Enrolled fall and spring 13,295 13,295 13,295

Enrolled spring only 7,289 7,289

49,104 21,662 33,759 32,015

Unduplicated HeadcountSummer 2017 – Spring 2018

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Students with credit and developmental education ONLY 41,355

Students with PSAV and other non-credit ONLY 6,644

Students with both credit/dev ed *AND* PSAV/non-credit 1,105

Total unduplicated headcount 49,104

Campus Enrollment – FTE – Spring(Credit and Prep) as of end of drop/add

5

0

1,000

2,000

3,000

4,000

LakeWorth

PBGardens

BelleGlade

BocaRaton

LoxGroves

20152016201720182019

Overall Percent Change, 2018-2019: (-1.93%)

1654

231

1697

367

-0.98%

-3.73%

-4.94%

-5.04%

+16.5%

3697

10 Year Credit Students Full-time Enrollment Trend

35%37%

36% 36%

33%31%

25%

28%26% 26%

25%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018

Program Enrollments

7

6%

60%

14%

2%3% 8%

1%6% BAS

AAASCCCPSAV/ApprDual Enrl.Transient

Spring 2019

Spring 2018BAS 5%AA 61%DE 7%

Distance Learning 6 year Trend Annual Headcount and FTE

2019 data as of end of spring 2019 drop/add

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02,0004,0006,0008,000

10,00012,00014,00016,00018,00020,000

Headcount FTE

14,438

3,020

16,238

3,296

15,453

3,344

16,188

3,574

17,314

3,928

18,703

4,418

2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019

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Top Departmental FTE Enrollment Supervision & Management 236Nursing 45Information Management 41

Mathematics 1289Composition 709Social Science 664Biology 581

Nursing 197Computers 50Paramedic 43

Automotive Service 36Cosmetology 34Firefighter 26HVAC 25

Bachelors

A&P

PSV

PSAV

10

Most Popular Majors

AA

AS

PSAV

Health Professions 25%Business/Management 19%Biological 6%Engineering 6%Education 5%Undecided 9%

Nursing 26%Early Childhood Education 6%Computer Programming 5%Networking Administrator 4%Paralegal 4%

Cosmetology 11%Automotive Service Tech 9%Welding Technology 7%Child Care, Birth to 5 Years 7%HVAC 6%

Daytime/Evening

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49%

16%1%

21%

13%Day

Evening

Weekend

Combination

Online Only

Spring 2019

Spring 2018Day 50%Combo 23%Online 10%

Gender

12

39%

59%

2%

Male

Female

NR

Spring 2017Male 41%Female 58%

Spring 2019

Ethnicity

13

31%

27%

32%

6% 4%

WhiteBlackHispanicOtherNR

Spring 2017White 33%Hispanic 31%Other 4%

Spring 2019

Average Age is 24.5

14

Spring 2019

7%

36%

24%

14%

7%7% 5%

Under 1818-2021-2425-2930-3435-4445+

67% ≤ 24 years old

Average Age for:BAS 31.4AA 22.6AS 28.3CCC 33.2PSAV 29.12DE 16.9

Enrollment Initiatives

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• Targeted Enrollment Efforts• Campaign to retain high performing students to discourage early transfer resulted in

higher retention for this population than prior years• Telephoned 2,000 students selected for FA verification to help complete FA packaging• Contacted 1200 students with specific action steps needed to complete enrollment

process:• Owed documents• Communicated to students with fees and no ISIRS• Provided information on better loans to parent with high interest private loans• Applied temporary coverage for students in the process of receiving financial aid

Enrollment Initiatives

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• Increased knowledge base of front line staff in Financial Aid and Admissions advisors.

• Solidified partnership with College Relations and Marketing.• Implemented “Who’s Next” software in Lake Worth offices identifying students

who leave before being served.• Leveraged Kelley Foundation scholarship.• Packaged an additional $4 million FSAG utilized to boost spring enrollment and

retention.• Assisted over 5,000 students during the December holiday hours.

Next Steps – Summer Enrollment

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• Conduct student focus groups for better insights on their experience with the enrollment process and financial aid.

• Market summer Pell and the Bright Futures scholarship.

• Hold Spring Financial Aid awareness week with focus on summer Pell.

• Campaign to connect summer/fall applicants with the financial aid process earlier in the cycle – outreach to students with mismatched applications and ISIRS.

• Focus on Retention Initiatives.

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Thank you

Financial Review and Analysis


DateTuesday, April 16, 2019

DepartmentBusiness Services/Finance

Financial Review and Analysis: Selected Ratios

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Current Cash Ratio: • Amount on hand as Cash & Cash Equivalents available to pay Current Liabilities.

PBSC Ratio is: 3.32

In Millions USD Period Start Period EndCash $4.78 $3.11Available Cash Equivalent $12.47 $12.45

Cash and Cash Equivalents $17.25 $15.56 Current Liabilities $5.48 $4.68

Cash Ratio 3.15 3.32

Cash & Available Cash EquivalentsCurrent Liabilities

A ratio greater than 1 reveals that the College is able to cover all current liabilities and still have cash remaining.

2.0

3.0

4.0

5.0

Period Start Period End

Ratio

Cash Ratio, March 2019


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March 1 Balance 17,250,000 March 31 Balance 15,562,613

Operating Expenses 204,092,252 Operating Expenses 204,092,252 Less Depreciation 13,930,060 Less Depreciation 13,930,060 =Net Ops. Cash Exp 190,162,192 =Net Ops. Cash Exp 190,162,192 Average Daily Spend 520,992 520,992

3/1/2019 3/31/2019Cash 17,250,000 = 33.1 Cash 15,562,613 = 29.9 Total 520,992 Total 520,992

PBSC-Days Cash On Hand: March, 2019


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Operating Expenses by Type.

Expense Category AmountPersonnel Services 108,102,881$ Scholarships and Waivers 28,343,422 Utilities and Communication 2,942,558 Contractual Services 10,259,760 Other Services and Expense 6,743,286 Materials and Supplies 10,819,502 Depreciation 13,158,200 Total 180,369,609$


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Operating Expense by Type FY2018


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Operating Expense vs. Net Tuition Revenue: Net Tuition Revenue = Tuition and Fees Collected less Discounts, Waivers, Exemptions, Financial Aid.

FY2014 FY2015 FY2016 FY2017 FY2018Operating Exp. Per Student FTE 8,145$ 8,492$ 8,511$ 8,783$ 9,665$ Net Tuition per Student FTE 1,972$ 2,089$ 2,042$ 1,913$ 1,735$

Graph on Following Slide.


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Operating Expense vs. Net Tuition Revenue Per FTE: Net Tuition Revenue = Tuition and Fees Collected less Discounts, Waivers, Exemptions, Financial Aid.


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Operating Expense vs. Gross Tuition Revenue: Gross Tuition Revenue = Tuition and Fees Collected less Waivers, Exemptions.

Graph on Following Slide.

FY2014 FY2015 FY2016 FY2017 FY2018Student Tuition and Fees, Net of Scholarship 39,543,700$ 41,524,086$ 40,763,041$ 39,290,930$ 36,640,968$ Scholarships 26,503,334$ 25,511,808$ 26,196,523$ 28,053,905$ 31,096,634$ Student Tuition and Fees, Gross 66,047,034$ 67,035,894$ 66,959,564$ 67,344,835$ 67,737,602$


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Operating Expense vs. Net Tuition Revenue Per FTE: Net Tuition Revenue = Tuition and Fees Collected less Discounts, Waivers, Exemptions, Financial Aid.


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PBSC-Tuition Discount Rate: 2014-2018 FY2014 FY2015 FY2016 FY2017 FY2018Student Tuition and Fees, Net of Scholarship 39,543,700$ 41,524,086$ 40,763,041$ 39,290,930$ 36,640,968$ Allowance for Scholarship 26,503,334$ 25,511,808$ 26,196,523$ 28,053,905$ 31,096,634$ Student Tuition and Fees, Gross 66,047,034$ 67,035,894$ 66,959,564$ 67,344,835$ 67,737,602$ Tuition Discount Rate 40% 38% 39% 42% 46%Net Tuition Collections 60% 62% 61% 58% 54%

Waivers/Exemptions History $6,284,065 $8,018,367 8,262,018$ 8,827,098$ 9,053,402$

Net Tuition Collections History with ‘Discount Rate’


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April 16 DBOT Meeting_Litigation Update_v6_Final

APRIL 26, 2019 DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING

LIABILITY TOTAL CLAIM AND STATUS ACTIVE LITIGATION 1

Doris Mazer vs. Palm Beach State College District Board of Trustees

Visitor at the PBG Campus asserted a premise liability claim due to a trip and fall in a parking lot. Discovery phase of litigation. This matter has not been set for trial.

CLOSED LITIGATION 1 Dwella Nelson and Robert Nelson vs. Academy of Dance, Music & Theatre, Inc. and Palm Beach State College

Pursuant to Settlement and Mutual General Releases entered into December 18, 2018 the Claims Bill filed with the Florida Legislature on August 18, 2018 was withdrawn on January 15, 2019.

TOTAL 2 DISCRIMINATION

TOTAL CLAIM AND STATUS ACTIVE ADMINSTRATIVE AGENCY REVIEW 1

Cherrie McKinnon (Staff/Faculty) College submitted Position Statement in response to claim filed with the Florida Commission on Human Rights.

ACTIVE LITIGATION 2 Kristen Ruffo vs. Board of Trustees, Palm Beach State College (Staff/Faculty)

Former employee in Athletics asserted a retaliation claim. Discovery phase of litigation. This matter has not been set for trial.

Alexandra Gorgevska vs. Board of Trustees, Palm Beach State College (Staff/Faculty)

Current employee at Palm Beach Gardens Campus asserted whistleblower and retaliation claim. Motion to Dismiss and Incorporated Memorandum of Law filed January 8, 2019. Hearing for motion scheduled for April 15, 2019.

CLOSED MATTERS 5 Russell Svejkovsky vs. Board of Trustees of Palm Beach State College (Staff/Faculty)

Jury verdict for the College. Pursuant to Agreed Order, costs assessed and paid by Plaintiff.

Jay Matteson vs. Palm Beach State College Board of Trustees (Staff/Faculty)

Matter settled. Order Dismissing Case with Prejudice entered September 10. 2018.

Patrick Glover (Staff/Faculty)

The Palm Beach County Office of Equal Opportunity investigated the Claimant’s allegations of discrimination and found no reasonable grounds exist to believe any discrimination or any unlawful practice occurred.

John L. Flynn (Staff/Faculty) The Florida Commission on Human Rights investigated and found no reasonable grounds exist to believe discrimination or any unlawful practice occurred.

Ayana Asante (Student) The Department of Justice Office of Civil Rights investigated Claimant’s allegations and Resolution Agreements were reached without any findings of fact.

TOTAL 8

Faculty Sabbatical Leave


APRIL 16, 2019DR. ROGER YOHE

VICE PRESIDENT, ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

The Sabbatical Process

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• Sabbatical Leave is For Instructional Faculty, Counselors and Librarians.

• The Sabbatical Application is sent Electronically to the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

• The VPAA Convenes a committee to review applications and recommends to VPAA those to be considered for sabbaticals. The VPAA reviews the proposals and makes a recommendation to the President.

• An employee who is granted sabbatical leave must return to Palm Beach State College for one contractual year of service following such leave, or he/she will be required to repay to the College any salary paid to him while on leave.

2019-20 Sabbatical Applications

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One faculty sabbatical application was received by the Vice President of Academic Affair for the 2019-2020 Academic Year for Professor Patty Braga.

Professor Braga, who has worked for the College for more than 15 years, is requesting leave for one term (Spring 2020-2) for Professional Academic Advancement.

(Note: Due to the low number of submissions in 2019, the VPAA opted to review the proposal without convening a committee and provided his recommendation to the President -The VPAA and the President are recommending approval for this proposal.)

The Sabbatical Proposal

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Two Objectives:

1. “Flip” Sonography Classes SON1121 and SON1112

2. Finish a Pediatric Sonography Review book with illustrations and registry review questions.

What is the benefit to PBSC Students?

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Critical thinking skills are important in the field and “flipping” the class will give PBSC students a deeper understanding of the need to think critically which not only translates into success in the classroom and clincials, but also in the employment field.

Additionally, the created textbook will enhance the discipline by offering new and updated study material.

The project supports the College Strategic Goal to expand by attracting and retaining students and to excel by amplifying our impact on the community by providing talented people.

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PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE · 4/16/2019 · PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES (DBOT) MINUTES APRIL 16, 2019 Regular Meeting Loxahatchee Groves Campus 4:00 PM Auditorium,