CFK, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and Florida Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) are actively collaborating to safely remove Key deer from the College鈥檚 Big Pine Key property. USFWS wildlife professionals continue to monitor the deer, which remain healthy while the agencies refine plans to safely remove them from the site.
最新麻豆视频 (CFK) announced its "Fast Track to Fall" event will be offered from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at two locations this year: the Key West Campus on Wednesday, July 29 and the Upper Keys Center (UKC) on Thursday, July 30. CFK鈥檚 Fast Track to Fall connects current and future students and their families directly with knowledgeable staff for easy access to essential information about degree and certificate options as well as scholarships, financial aid, and payment plans, and personalized guidance through the application process.
最新麻豆视频 (CFK) received a grant of $25,220 from the Ocean Reef Community Foundation (ORCF) to support the launch of CFK鈥檚 Entrepreneurship Incubator Lab (EIL). This innovative, hands-on program based at CFK鈥檚 Upper Keys Center will help aspiring entrepreneurs, students, and local business owners transform ideas into viable ventures. The ORCF grant will cover the program鈥檚 inaugural costs and allow the first cohort to attend free of charge. Participants will compete for $7,500 in awards during the program鈥檚 culminating 鈥淧itch Night Showcase.鈥�
As of July 1, 2026, 最新麻豆视频 (CFK) is fully and solely accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The College has been transitioning to HLC since it was granted initial accreditation in November 2025鈥攎aintaining dual accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) during that time. CFK鈥檚 membership with SACSCOC, which has accredited the College since 1968, concluded on June 30, 2026.
最新麻豆视频 (CFK) launched its 28th Annual Water Safety Program to equip local children with the skills they need to be safe as they take to the water this summer. This year, CFK expects over 400 students from Sigsbee Charter School, Poinciana Elementary, and Gerald Adams Elementary to participate in the program. 鈥淟iving in the 最新麻豆视频 means water safety is an essential life skill,鈥� said Lori Bosco, CFK Athletic Director. 鈥淕etting children comfortable and safe in and around the water is vital.鈥�
he College of the 最新麻豆视频 (CFK) has been awarded a grant from the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Foundation to support physical conditioning for its men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 swimming teams. The grant will provide CFK athletes with a dryland trainer, a specialized machine designed to improve strength, stamina, and stroke mechanics outside of the pool. Utilizing the trainer will boost the athletes' efficiency in the water, lower the risk of impact-related injuries, and promote long-term health and performance.
最新麻豆视频 (CFK) is hosting Back on Course at CFK, a free event designed to help students get their classes lined up and enroll for the fall 2026 semester. The event will be held from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., first at the Upper Keys Center on Monday, June 29, and then at the Key West Campus on Tuesday, June 30. Back on Course at CFK is for any student thinking about or planning to attend CFK this fall. CFK advisors will be on hand to provide one-on-one guidance to help students assess their progress, explore program options, and navigate financial assistance opportunities, including financial aid and scholarships to make the registration process easy and accessible.
College seeks local experts with either academic or industry experience: 最新麻豆视频 (CFK) invites local professionals from the teaching field and across industries to a reception and teaching expo on Wednesday, June 24. CFK鈥檚 Keys to Teaching is an expo for subject matter experts, seasoned professionals, and community leaders interested in sharing their knowledge as full or part-time faculty to develop talent and build the future of the 最新麻豆视频.聽 The event will be held from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the Library on CFK鈥檚 Key West campus. Guests are invited to enjoy a reception, meet current faculty, discover teaching opportunities across Academic Disciplines, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, Continuing Education, and Accelerated Skills and Credential Training. Live teaching demonstrations and campus tours will also be provided.聽
CFK Academy, the A-rated public charter high school of 最新麻豆视频 (CFK), held its Class of 2026 Commencement Ceremony on May 28, at the Tennessee Williams Theatre on CFK鈥檚 Key West Campus. The ceremony honored two exceptional graduates: Jarrett Miller and Emily Nolasco-Ferrufino.
最新麻豆视频 Foundation (CFK Foundation) awarded more than $250,000 in scholarships to 24 Monroe County high school graduates this week, presenting awards at three separate ceremonies across the Keys. Twenty scholarships were presented on May 26 at Marathon High School Class Night, including four Board of Trustees Scholarships and 16 Nextgen Opportunity Workforce (NOW) Scholarships. Three scholarships were awarded May 27 at Key West High School Class Night, including two Board of Trustees Scholarships and one Hemingway Look-Alike Society Kermit 鈥淪hine鈥� Forbes Scholarship. One additional Hemingway Look-Alike Society Kermit 鈥淪hine鈥� Forbes Scholarship was presented May 28 at the CFK Academy graduation.
