Hillsborough County Public Schools Curriculum and Instruction
Action Item

DATE: Tuesday, January 27, 2009
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

Approve Agreement for Technical Services with Terry Klaaren for Developing the Outdoor Classroom and Study Areas at Sligh Middle Magnet School (Curriculum and Instruction Division)

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

We request approval of the Agreement for Technical Services with Terry Klaaren, local professional artist, to complete mural projects for the outdoor classroom that will enhance the advanced academic course theme. Terry Klaaren will complete mural projects at Sligh Middle School from January 29 through March 25, 2009. These projects will enhance the new federal grant funded advanced academic courses theme and will include: During the mural process, classes and individual students will be given the opportunity to observe the artist at work. The artist will engage students in the research of the creative process. The new grant theme of Advanced Course Scholars is the basis for the outdoor classroom, college prep study area, and student project display area. The college prep study area will be painted with an ivy-league college campus mural enhanced with mascots from Florida universities and colleges. The artist will lead interactive discussions regarding the importance of discovering one’s talents and interests. These discussions will lead to possible career choices stressing education, responsibility, dedication, patience, and enjoyable fulfillment.

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

All Strategic Objectives

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: Yes)

Funds of $27,200 are included in the divisional special revenue/federal programs budget through the Magnet Grant, Project 1633.

EVALUATION

The District Department of Assessment and Accountability Office will conduct a performance evaluation and submit a report based on performance measures as determined by the grant. The evaluation will be shared with all stakeholders.

SUBMITTED BY: Susan King, Supervisor, Magnet Programs

Wynne A. Tye
Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction
(813) 272-4221
Gretchen Saunders
Chief Business Officer
(813) 272-4270
A 5.20
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