Hillsborough County Public Schools Curriculum and Instruction
Action Item

DATE: Tuesday, April 15, 2008
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

Adoption of Proclamation - “Autism Spectrum Disorders Awareness Month” - April 2008 (Curriculum and Instruction Division)

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

We request the School Board adopt the attached proclamation designating the month of April 2008 as “Autism Spectrum Disorders Awareness Month” in Hillsborough District schools.

The district currently serves over 700 students on the Autism Spectrum through our Exceptional Student Education and General Education programs.

The Department of Exceptional Student Education provides students with Autism Spectrum Disorders the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to reach their potential. The goal of the district is to provide equal opportunities for the education of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders in the least restrictive environment and to offer a range of placement options to meet their needs. The district is proud of the dedication of our teachers and the ongoing support of our families.

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

All District Goals and Critical Success Factors

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: Yes)

This agenda has no additional cost to the district.

EVALUATION

SUBMITTED BY: Glenda Koshy, Supervisor, Autism Spectrum Disorders

Wynne A. Tye
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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