The College of the Florida Keys

The College of the Florida Keys Welcome to the official Facebook for The College of the Florida Keys! At CFK, it’s not more than sunsets and fishing. Department of Education.

ABOUT The College of the Florida Keys (CFK): CFK brings high-quality education to our vibrant island setting! Our academic programs are exciting, as relevant as ever for today’s job market, and led by passionate faculty with support of our industry partners. The classes-- and the College—are small, so learning is personal and connections are real. Many programs go beyond the classroom by providing students with hands-on practice in the field. “Learning by doing” builds skills and resumes with invaluable (and fun) experience that translates to solid careers. CFK students are driven to achieve their goals and to make the world a better place. Accordingly, CFK faculty and staff are driven to support student success at every level. The College of the Florida Keys is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a historically regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. CFK SOCIAL MEDIA GUIDELINES, ENGAGEMENT, AND MODERATION:

ENGAGEMENT GUIDELINES:
Community members are welcome to participate in discussions by sharing comments that do not violate the College’s Engagement Guidelines as defined in this Procedure. Users are expected to ensure that their comments:

Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws
Comply with all applicable College Rules and Procedures
Are not commercial solicitations, advertisements, or spam
Comply with the Terms of Service of the applicable social media platform
Do not include links to external sites
Relate directly to the topic of the post being discussed

MODERATION AND CONTENT REMOVAL:
All CFK channels are monitored for compliance with the Engagement Guidelines. Comments found to violate the Engagement Guidelines may be removed. CFK does not remove or restrict content solely because it expresses criticism of the College or its officials. Moderation decisions are based on these Engagement Guidelines and applicable law, and are applied in an objective, viewpoint-neutral manner. To support effective management of its official social media channels, CFK may:
Publish content with comments disabled
Disable comments on any post or social media channel at any time
Hide or remove comments or other user-generated content that violate these Engagement Guidelines or the applicable platform's Terms of Service
Restrict or block users who repeatedly or egregiously violate these Engagement Guidelines
Preserve and archive social media content and related records in accordance with applicable Florida public records laws and the College's records retention requirements

*CFK is not responsible for content posted by third parties.
**CFK may amend or modify this Procedure, including these guidelines at any time.

🎓 Explore Career Training Opportunities at CFK!Join us for a virtual information event on October 19 at 5:30 pm and disc...
10/08/2026

🎓 Explore Career Training Opportunities at CFK!
Join us for a virtual information event on October 19 at 5:30 pm and discover how CFK’s career training programs can help you take the next step toward your career goals. Learn about program curriculum, career opportunities, and real student experiences while hearing directly from CFK faculty, academic leaders, current students, and recent alumni.
As an added bonus, attendees will receive a code to waive the $30 application fee!
For more information, contact Marissa Owens, CFK Manager of Recruitment, at [email protected] or 305-809-3207.

The special meeting of the District Board of Trustees of The College of the Florida Keys scheduled for Thursday, October...
10/07/2026

The special meeting of the District Board of Trustees of The College of the Florida Keys scheduled for Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 4:30 PM at the Key West Campus, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL, has been cancelled.

The District Board of Trustees of The College of the Florida Keys, Florida will hold a special meeting on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 4:30 PM at the Key West Campus, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL.

General subject matter: The Board will consider the following:
1. Chair's update on the interim president search and next steps, and possible action on the appointment of an interim president [and approval of the terms of the appointment].
2. An attorney-client session under section 286.011(8), Florida Statutes, concerning pending litigation.
3. Ratification of a settlement agreement with Dr. Jonathan Gueverra, if a settlement is reached at the October 7, 2026, mediation.

Attorney-client session: During the special meeting, on October 8, 2026, at approximately 4:45 PM, following Item 1, the Board will meet in a closed attorney-client session under section 286.011(8), Florida Statutes, to discuss pending litigation: District Board of Trustees of The College of the Florida Keys v. Jonathan Gueverra, Ed.D., DOAH Case No. 26-4255. The subject matter will be confined to settlement negotiations or strategy sessions related to litigation expenditures. The persons attending the session will be: Chair Alexandria Suarez, Vice Chair Peter Batty, Trustee Robert Broton, Trustee Michael Downer, Trustee Andrew Dulcey, Trustee Edward Kertis, Trustee Susan Raffanello; Brande Smith, Esq., legal counsel for the Board; Michelle Barnett, Esq., litigation counsel for the Board; and Tanya McCranie, certified court reporter. At the end of the session, the public meeting will reopen.

Agenda: A copy of the agenda may be obtained from Megan Perez, Director, Office of the Executive Vice President and CFO, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL, (305) 89-3203, [email protected], and is posted at https://www.cfk.edu/discover/board-of-trustees/.

If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

🎓 Spring 2027 Scholarships Are Open!The College of the Florida Keys is accepting scholarship applications from new and r...
10/05/2026

🎓 Spring 2027 Scholarships Are Open!

The College of the Florida Keys is accepting scholarship applications from new and returning students. Thousands of dollars in scholarships are available! 💰

📅 Apply by November 1, 2026
📚 Spring semester begins January 8, 2027

Students must be admitted to CFK and registered for spring classes to qualify.

The District Board of Trustees of The College of the Florida Keys, Florida will hold a special meeting on Thursday, Octo...
10/02/2026

The District Board of Trustees of The College of the Florida Keys, Florida will hold a special meeting on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 4:30 PM at the Key West Campus, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL.

General subject matter: The Board will consider the following:
1. Chair's update on the interim president search and next steps, and possible action on the appointment of an interim president [and approval of the terms of the appointment].
2. An attorney-client session under section 286.011(8), Florida Statutes, concerning pending litigation.
3. Ratification of a settlement agreement with Dr. Jonathan Gueverra, if a settlement is reached at the October 7, 2026, mediation.

Attorney-client session: During the special meeting, on October 8, 2026, at approximately 4:45 PM, following Item 1, the Board will meet in a closed attorney-client session under section 286.011(8), Florida Statutes, to discuss pending litigation: District Board of Trustees of The College of the Florida Keys v. Jonathan Gueverra, Ed.D., DOAH Case No. 26-4255. The subject matter will be confined to settlement negotiations or strategy sessions related to litigation expenditures. The persons attending the session will be: Chair Alexandria Suarez, Vice Chair Peter Batty, Trustee Robert Broton, Trustee Michael Downer, Trustee Andrew Dulcey, Trustee Edward Kertis, Trustee Susan Raffanello; Brande Smith, Esq., legal counsel for the Board; Michelle Barnett, Esq., litigation counsel for the Board; and Tanya McCranie, certified court reporter. At the end of the session, the public meeting will reopen.

Agenda: A copy of the agenda may be obtained from Megan Perez, Director, Office of the Executive Vice President and CFO, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL, (305) 89-3203, [email protected], and is posted at https://www.cfk.edu/discover/board-of-trustees/.

If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀Early detection can save lives. 💗This month, let’s honor the fighters, celeb...
10/02/2026

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀
Early detection can save lives. 💗
This month, let’s honor the fighters, celebrate the survivors, and remember those we’ve lost. Together, we can raise awareness, support research, and encourage regular screenings.

The District Board of Trustees of The College of the Florida Keys, Florida will hold a special meeting on Thursday, Octo...
10/01/2026

The District Board of Trustees of The College of the Florida Keys, Florida will hold a special meeting on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 4:30 PM at the Key West Campus, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL.

General subject matter: The Board will consider the following:
1. Chair's update on the interim president search and next steps, and possible action on the appointment of an interim president [and approval of the terms of the appointment].
2. An attorney-client session under section 286.011(8), Florida Statutes, concerning pending litigation.
3. Ratification of a settlement agreement with Dr. Jonathan Gueverra, if a settlement is reached at the October 7, 2026, mediation.

Attorney-client session: During the special meeting, on October 8, 2026, at approximately 4:45 PM, following Item 1, the Board will meet in a closed attorney-client session under section 286.011(8), Florida Statutes, to discuss pending litigation: District Board of Trustees of The College of the Florida Keys v. Jonathan Gueverra, Ed.D., DOAH Case No. 26-4255. The subject matter will be confined to settlement negotiations or strategy sessions related to litigation expenditures. The persons attending the session will be: Chair Alexandria Suarez, Vice Chair Peter Batty, Trustee Michael Downer, Trustee Andrew Dulcey, Trustee Edward Kertis, Trustee Susan Raffanello; Brande Smith, Esq., legal counsel for the Board; Michelle Barnett, Esq., litigation counsel for the Board and court reporter. At the end of the session, the public meeting will reopen.

Agenda: A copy of the agenda may be obtained from Megan Perez, Director, Office of the Executive Vice President and CFO, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL, (305) 89-3203, [email protected], and is posted at https://www.cfk.edu/discover/board-of-trustees/.

If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

⏰ Last call!Ready to make progress toward your degree or certificate in less time? CFK’s eight-week Fall Mini-Mester fea...
09/30/2026

⏰ Last call!

Ready to make progress toward your degree or certificate in less time? CFK’s eight-week Fall Mini-Mester features dozens of courses designed to help you stay on track and move closer to your goals.

Explore opportunities in marine science, diving, culinary arts, marine engineering, international business, and more. You can even start a bachelor’s degree during the Mini-Mester!

📅 Term B classes begin October 8
📝 Applications are due October 2

Need help getting started? Support with registration and financial resources is available.

Don’t miss your chance to take the next step toward your future!

As we conclude Su***de Prevention Month, let’s remember that su***de prevention starts with all of us. Together, we can ...
09/30/2026

As we conclude Su***de Prevention Month, let’s remember that su***de prevention starts with all of us. Together, we can create communities where people feel seen, supported, and connected.
***dePreventionMonth

Ready to make progress toward your degree or certificate in less time? CFK’s eight-week Fall Mini-Mester offers dozens o...
09/28/2026

Ready to make progress toward your degree or certificate in less time? CFK’s eight-week Fall Mini-Mester offers dozens of courses designed to help you keep moving toward your goals.

Explore classes in areas including marine science, diving, culinary arts, marine engineering, international business, and more. You can even begin a bachelor’s degree during the Mini-Mester!

Part of CFK’s fall semester, Term B classes begin October 8, with applications due October 2.

Need help getting started? Assistance with registration and financial resources is available.

Su***de prevention is a year-round commitment. The work of showing up for the people in our lives is for all twelve. Con...
09/28/2026

Su***de prevention is a year-round commitment. The work of showing up for the people in our lives is for all twelve. Connect. Support. Prevent.
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