Hillsborough County Public Schools Student Services and Federal Programs
Action Item

DATE: Tuesday, August 22, 2006
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

Approve the Agreement for Technical Services for Professional Development for Achievement, Inc. to Provide Professional Development Training and Support for Reading and Language Arts Teachers at Sligh Middle School (Student Services and Federal Programs Division)

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

With Sligh Middle School’s test scores declining in reading last year, it is imperative to train the reading and language arts teachers to ensure student academic success. The provider will plan and conduct trainings for 15 reading/language arts teachers in grades 6, 7, and 8. The provider will analyze student data with teachers, implement CRISS strategies and technology, develop models for differentiating instruction, conduct staff development on Sunshine State Standard strands during teacher’s planning periods and model effective instructional practices in the classroom.

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

Goal 1 - The percentage of students scoring at level 3 or higher on FCAT Reading will increase a minimum of 5 percentage points. Goal 5 - The District will eliminate the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) achievement gap by a minimum of 10 percentage points as reported by No Child Left Behind.

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: Yes)

This Agreement for Technical Services will be paid out of Sligh Middle School’s Title 1 Staff Development set aside dollars ($12,400).

EVALUATION

One-on-one meetings with the trainer will be used to share staff information and feedback. A final evaluation will be done at the conclusion of the 2006 - 2007 school year when FCAT scores arrive to determine if the training provided by Professional Development for Achievement, Inc. had a positive impact on student achievement.

SUBMITTED BY: Jeff Eakins, Director of Federal Programs

Gwendolyn L. Luney
Assistant Superintendent, Division of Student Services and Federal Programs
813-272-4879
Gretchen Saunders
Chief Business Officer, Business Office
813-272-4270
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