Hillsborough County Public Schools Curriculum and Instruction
Information Item

DATE: Tuesday, December 13, 2005
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

Recognition of Principals for Camp SPARKS (Special Parks and Recreation Kids)

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Hillsborough County Parks, Recreation, and Conservation Department, Therapeutic Section, in cooperation with the District and various private agencies has offered recreation and social activities to mentally and physically disabled citizens since 1994. Camp SPARKS, a summer day camp for children ages 6 to 22, serves approximately 200 children throughout Hillsborough County. The 8 to 10 week program provides activities such as sports, games, cooking, and arts and crafts along with special guests, swimming, and field trips. Hillsborough County Parks, Recreation, and Conservation Department would like to recognize the principals of Citrus Park, Forest Hills, and Hunter's Green Elementary Schools, and Burns Middle School for their commitment and dedication to the Camp SPARKS program.

ANNUAL DISTRICT GOAL(S) AND CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTOR(S)

All District Goals and Critical Success Factors.

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: No)

This recognition has no additional cost to the district.

EVALUATION

SUBMITTED BY: Melinda Wheatley, Hillsborough County Parks, Recreation, and Conservation Department, Therapeutic Section

Edward H. McDowell, Jr.
General Director, Exceptional Student Education
(813) 273-7025
Michael A. Grego, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction
(813) 272-4221
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