Academic Support and Federal Programs Information Item

DATE:	Tuesday, October 2, 2018
TO:	School Board Members
FROM:	Jeff Eakins, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Adoption of Proclamation - Hillsborough County Public Schools Lights on Afterschool (Academic Support and Federal Programs)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Lights On Afterschool, the national celebration of afterschool programs, promotes the importance of quality afterschool programs in the lives of children, families, and communities.  Approximately 20,000 students are enrolled in Hillsborough County Public Schools afterschool programs. We are committed to investing in the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional needs of our students by providing expanded learning opportunities that will prepare young people to compete in the global economy. Afterschool programs provide: Time to work on homework Fun, enriching academic activities Nutritious, healthy snacks A safe environment, staffed with caring professionals An atmosphere for children to socialize Time to read for pleasure Hillsborough County Public Schools recognizes Lights On Afterschool and the positive impact on our students.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Improve the high school graduation rate • Provide a student-centered learning environment that engages every child • Recruit, support, and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce • Develop a culture of respect, trust, and collaboration
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  No)
There is no financial impact to the School District.
EVALUATION
SUBMITTED BY:  Debbie Zenk, Supervisor, After-School Programs

Marie Caracciola		Tracye H. Brown
Director, Early Childhood and HOST Programs (813) 744-8941		Assistant Superintendent (813) 272-4879
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20181002_903 (Board Meeting) * Section A Item# 01