HCPS FL Logo Leadership, Professional Development, and School Transformation
Action Item
DATE: Tuesday, September 11, 2018
TO: School Board Members
FROM: Jeff Eakins, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Approve the Agreement for Technical Services with Peter Gorman Leadership Associates (PGLA) (Leadership, Professional Development, and School Transformation)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
PGLA will provide professional development and coaching to school and district leaders involved in the Hillsborough Executive Leadership Academy (HELA).  The contract involves two full days of professional development and two face-to-face executive coaching sessions as well as continuous e-mentoring for all 14 participants.

The purpose of HELA is to bring together high performing and impactful Hillsborough County Public Schools' leaders who believe in equity and excellence for all students, and provide them with an opportunity to learn from experts, research, and each other in order to solve critical issues and problems facing public education and urban districts today.  HELA participants are preparing for future roles in district leadership or principal supervision.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Recruit, support, and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce • Develop a culture of respect, trust, and collaboration • Continuously improve processes and systems
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  Yes)
Funds in the amount of $19,600 will be available in the Title II budget.  For tracking purposes, the project number specific to this agenda item is 8589.  As of August 21, 2018, the remaining balance less encumbrances for this line item equaled $30,200.
EVALUATION
Peter Gorman is a nationally recognized educator and consultant who currently works with over 14 school districts and 10 educational organizations, providing strategic advice, executive coaching, and professional development for leaders.  His work has supported growth in student achievement in many of the districts he has served.  The effectiveness of HELA will be measured through participant satisfaction surveys and post-assessments measuring participant growth from the entry assessment to the exit.
SUBMITTED BY: 
Tricia McManus   Gretchen Saunders
Assistant Superintendent, Leadership, Professional Development, and School Transformation
(813) 272-4876
  Chief Business Officer
(813) 272-4270
    C 6.26
Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20180911_898 (Board Meeting followed by Public Hearing) * Section C Item# 6.26