June 26, 2025
The Northeast Texas Community College Board of Trustees held its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 24. This marked the first meeting under the leadership of NTCC's sixth president, Dr. Kevin Rose. The following is a summary of reports given and action that was taken at the June meeting:
President’s Report – Dr. Kevin Rose
Dr. Rose began his report by honoring former NTCC President Dr. Charles Florio, who passed away on June 11. A moment of silence was observed in his memory.
Key highlights included:
- Summer enrollment is up 6.25% over last year.
- Three students received prestigious scholarships:
Vanessajane Bayna – $7,000 Udall Scholarship
Skylar Hodson and Monse Rivero-Sanchez – $7,500 each as 2025 Hites Scholars
Rivero-Sanchez also received a $16,000 PTK Leadership Scholarship - Rose presented NTCC’s latest promotional video, recognizing the marketing team’s efforts.
- About 65 students are working on campus through the Work4College program, with 81 total participating across the area. Director Mason May was commended for his leadership.
- The first EagleGanza orientation event was a success, with more planned throughout the summer.
- NTCC received full approval of its monitoring report from SACSCOC, with no follow-up required—a major milestone from the 2022 reaccreditation process.
- The Foundation reported $926,787 in May donations, including support from local school districts for Communities In Schools and a major gift from the Texas Pioneer Foundation.
Legislative Update
Dr. Rose shared updates on recent state legislation:
- HB500: Allocates $89.5M to offset HB8 funding gaps—NTCC will receive a portion.
- SB1786: Clarifies the definition of “credentials of value” and limits on how many credentials are funded per student.
- SB2615 (Restricting Telework Bill): Requires full-time faculty to work on campus. While adjunct and dual credit instructors are exempt, this could affect NTCC’s online Funeral Services Education program. Further guidance is expected from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB).
Following an executive session, the board reconvened the public meeting to vote on the following:
Action Items
- Approved Non-Renewal of Faculty Member
- Denied DGBA Level III Grievance
- Approved the Consent Agenda
- Approved the hiring of Robert Wren as Ranch Manager
A special-called budget workshop was held on June 26. No action was taken.
