Greetings!

We are excited to announce that new professional development sessions have been added to our Spring 2026 lineup. These opportunities are designed to strengthen our collective knowledge, enhance campus readiness, and support the continued success of our students and college community.

🌟 Newly Added Sessions

1. Enrollment Services: Strengthening Student Support:  This session provides an in‑depth look at key processes within Enrollment Services, offering valuable insights to help faculty and staff better guide students through admissions, registration, and related support pathways.

2. Active Threat Response Training: Led by PTC’s own campus safety professionals, this training equips participants with essential strategies for responding effectively in emergency situations. This is a critical component of our ongoing commitment to maintaining a safe and prepared campus environment.

🔍 Important Reminder

Please read each PD session description carefully to confirm whether the session is being offered virtually or in‑person and specific location. Session formats vary, and reviewing the details ensures you join the correct location—whether online or on campus.

We appreciate your continued engagement in professional development and your dedication to fostering a supportive, informed, and safe learning environment.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

https://ptcgwd.wufoo.com/forms/2026-innovate-integrate-inspire-together

Warm regards,

To register for the free professional development webinar, please use the link below:

https://rsccd-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/O3iunAqLT5G9iRiF6jZvMQ#/registration

The Center for Assessment and Research Studies, in partnership with the University of Kentucky’s Department of Educational Policy Studies and Evaluation, is offering an excellent Assessment 101 video series. These short, focused videos serve as practical entry points for faculty, staff, and academic programs that are beginning—or refining—their assessment and continuous improvement work. Please note that these videos come highly recommended by our Associate Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness and Compliance, Dr. Donna Foster.

The full series now includes:

Introduction to Assessment 

Student Learning Outcomes 

Curriculum Maps 

Instruments

Data Collection

Results and Interpretation 

Use of Results 

The PROPEL Division is excited to launch a new series of professional development opportunities for Spring 2026.

We are also pleased to announce a newly added virtual PD session featuring

PTC’s own Career Services Department, presented by Stephanie Greer, MHRM, CMCS – PTC Career Coordinator.

This session is scheduled for next Tuesday, February 24 at 2:00 p.m. via Microsoft Teams.

There is still time to register—don’t miss this valuable opportunity.

To view full descriptions of each professional development session—including dates, times, and registration details—

please click the link below: 

• Link: https://ptcgwd.wufoo.com/forms/2026-innovate-integrate-inspire-together/

• Please ensure you attend the professional development session for which you registered.

• Please review your calendar carefully before signing up to confirm your availability.

• A link to each professional development session will be sent 2–3 days prior to the scheduled date.

We’re sure you’ve heard about the new Title II Digital Accessibility requirements, which go into effect on April 24, 2026. Under these updated regulations, all public institutions must comply with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.

While much of the compliance work happens behind the scenes, a significant portion involves the digital content created and shared across the college. These guidelines apply to all materials you create or distribute in D2L, by email, or through any other digital platform.

The good news: it’s easier than it sounds! We’ve created a resource “course” in D2L that includes checklists, color‑contrast tools, practical tips, and background information to help you understand and meet these requirements. You can self-enroll in this course under the Discover tab in D2L.

Thank you for helping us stay in compliance and for supporting a welcoming, accessible environment for all our students!