Deputy Superintendent Action Item

DATE:	Tuesday, January 15, 2019
TO:	School Board Members
FROM:	Jeff Eakins, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Approve the Contract Renewal and Consolidation of Channelside Academy of Math and Science and Channelside Academy Middle School (Charter Office)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Charter legislation includes a provision for the renewal of a charter contract for those schools that have successfully completed their contract term.  The district’s process for contract renewal consideration includes the submission of a letter of intent to renew the contract, a comprehensive program review, a contract renewal application, and the development of a new contract. Consistent with established procedures, a district review team assessed the schools’ performance relevant to student achievement, finance, governance, administration, curriculum and instruction, and assessment. Advantage Academy of Hillsborough, Inc., is requesting a consolidation of Channelside Academy elementary and middle schools. The consolidated school will be named Channelside Academy of Math and Science. Attached is a school profile and a report of the review team’s findings and recommendations.  Staff recommends approval of a 10-year contract for Channelside Academy of Math and Science. The contract renewal application is an original document, including a budget submitted by Channelside Academy of Math and Science, will be Appendix I of the contract, and is available for review in the Charter School Office.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
All Strategic Objectives
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  Yes)
The charter school’s enrollment projection of 601 students will generate approximately $4,030,255 in Florida Education Finance Program (FEFP) (Part I) funds. The school district retains a 5 percent administrative fee for up to and including 250 students ($83,824) of FEFP funds to offset services provided by the district.  The school will also qualify for categorical, capital outlay, and grant funds as appropriate and allowed by Florida statutes.
EVALUATION
A contract renewal review will be completed prior to the contract end of June 30, 2029.
SUBMITTED BY:

Jenna Hodgens		Gretchen Saunders
General Director, Charter Office (813) 272-4733		Chief Business Officer (813) 272-4270
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20190115_916 (Board Meeting followed by Public Hearing) * Section C Item# 6.13