Strategic Plan 2020-2025
The five-year strategic plan for Rappahannock Community College was derived from Accelerate Opportunity, the Virginia Community College System strategic plan, and the work of the Aspen Institute called Community College 3.0. Moving from Access (1.0) to Completion (2.0) to post-secondary outcomes (3.0). The Strategic Plan Kick-Off retreat was held on August 14, 2024, at the Kilmarnock Center with the Administrative Council. Subsequent presentations, with input requested, were given to the Faculty Senate and the Local Board. The overview of Community College 3.0 was shared with the entire campus community. The Administrative Council voted to approve the plan at its April 24, 2025, meeting and the Local Board voted approval on May 21, 2025. The action plan will be formulated through the College’s work as a member of the Achieving the Dream Network and added to the plan.
Mission and Vision
Mission
We transform lives and communities.
Values
IDEAL – Integrity, Diversity and Inclusion, Excellence, Access, Learning for Life.
- Integrity – We expect honesty and model accountability.
- Diversity and Inclusion – We value cultural and individual perspectives in our workplace, classroom, and community.
- Excellence – We maintain high academic standards through student-centered learning, relevant curricula, and holistic support services.
- Access – We provide convenient, affordable, and flexible educational opportunities for all.
- Learning for Life – We educate for today and tomorrow.
Economic Impact and Value
- playing a key role in helping students increase their employability;
- retaining students in the region, generating new dollars and opportunities;
- serving regional businesses and the community;
- contributing to increased tax revenues and public sector savings.
The Economic Impact study was conducted by Lightcast for the Virginia Community College System based on data from fiscal year 2021-2022.