Shaping Carroll’s Strategic Plan 2025 – 2029
Shaping Our Future Together!
At Carroll Community College, we believe in the transformative power of education to effect positive change. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where every member of our community can flourish. United by the common purpose of enhancing the lives of our students and the wider community, we are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead.
Our Strategic Plan Creation Process
Carroll Community College has launched a strategic planning initiative to chart our course for the next four years. Spearheaded by Dr. Rose Mince, Dr. Michelle Kloss, Gregg Bricca, Rob Brown, Jean Marriott, and the Strategic Planning Steering Committee (SPSC), this pivotal process involves a diverse group of stakeholders from within our institution and the broader community.
Through a series of purposeful activities – including surveys, open forums, and focus groups – we gathered essential insights from all sectors, ensuring our strategic plan is both comprehensive and representative of our collective vision.
Development of the 2025-2029 Strategic Plan
Milestones
| Date | Event/Activity |
|---|---|
| August 29, 2024 | Discovery Day
Launch Strategic Plan Survey #1 |
| September 16, 2024 | Strategic Plan Steering Committee Meeting |
| September 18 – 19, 2024 | Focus Groups with Board of Trustees and Foundation Board |
| September 26, 2024 | Student Leader Meeting |
| September 27, 2024 | Facilities Team Focus Group |
| October 10, 2024 | Open Forum 1 |
| October 14, 2024 | Strategic Plan Steering Committee Meeting |
| October 17, 2024 | Open Forum 2 |
| October 31, 2024 | WBCE Focus Group |
| November 11, 2024 | Strategic Plan Steering Committee Meeting |
| November 12 – 13, 2024 | Focus Groups with County Commissioners and Delegation |
| November 14, 2024 | Strategic Plan Core Team Retreat |
| November 16, 2024 | Launch Survey #2: Pillars and Priorities |
| December 9, 2024 | Strategic Plan Steering Committee Meeting |
| December 11 – 20, 2024 | Launch Open Comment Period (via Survey): Pillars and Core Strategies |
| January 8, 2025 | Strategic Plan Steering Committee Meeting |
| January 15, 2025 | Board of Trustees Reviews draft Strategic Plan elements |
| January 23, 2025 | Share Strategic Plan elements and progress with College community |
By the Numbers: Engagement and Input
- Held 1 Discovery Day at the College to gain insights about the community we serve and to help us identify opportunities to further enhance our services. 527 employees participated in the day-long event.
- Conducted 3 surveys (targeting College employees, students, and the greater community) to help guide our Strategic Plan. 1,455 total responses were collected.
- Hosted 2 Open Forums and 6 Focus Groups that generated 219 ideas, 20 themes, and 3 core strategies.
- Sponsored 5 Steering Committee Meetings, 9 Subcommittee Meetings, and 15 Core Team Meetings as part of the strategic planning process.
- Scheduled 80 hours of meetings, with 1,562 total employee meeting hours.
Strategic Plan Elements
Pillars
Enter to Learn
Learning moves us forward.
We cultivate essential skills, foster social and cultural development, advance professional growth, and enrich personal journeys. We champion personalized attention and innovative teaching methods, offering high-quality academic, career, and personal enrichment programs. We meet learners where they are and tailor instruction to unique needs.
Enter to Experience
We grow together.
We foster a dynamic and inclusive community of belonging where we grow and support each other. We nurture meaningful relationships and collaboration, ensuring that every individual feels valued and empowered. We embrace change and innovation, developing the versatility and resilience necessary to thrive in an evolving world.
Enter to Earn
We achieve our full potential.
We aspire to be the trusted community resource that motivates individuals and organizations to shape their own legacy. We grant credentials and promote adaptable skills and knowledge that elevate careers and personal lives, fostering lifelong learning. By strengthening our partnerships, we create opportunities for success and prosperity, contributing to a vibrant and diverse future.
Core Strategies
Core Strategy I
Intentionally design innovative programs, services, and environments to address barriers and optimize success.
Key indicator: Completion rates
Core Strategy II
Treat people as a priority by promoting a culture of wellbeing and belonging that advances academic, personal, and professional growth.
Key indicators: Student and employee retention
Core Strategy III
Build community through seamless, inclusive, and cohesive experiences that meet individual aspirations and collective needs.
Key indicator: Percentage of Carroll County residents engaged with the College