Hillsborough County Public Schools Curriculum and Instruction
Information Item

DATE: Tuesday, May 12, 2009
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

Recognition of Elementary, Middle and Secondary Top Winners/Participants in the 2009 Hillsborough Regional Science and Engineering Fair (Elementary/Middle/Secondary Education-Curriculum and Instruction Division)

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

In February, over 800 students competed in the 2009 Hillsborough Regional Science and Engineering Fair held at the University of South Florida Sun Dome. Two district elementary students were awarded Best of Fair. Eighteen district middle and secondary students went on to represent Hillsborough Regional Fair at the state competition in Lakeland, Florida, April 15-18, 2009. We are proud to recognize our top winners and representatives of the state competition for their accomplishments.

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

* Motivate students to become responsible learners, * Challenge and support all students with an appropriate curriculum

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: No)

This agenda item is for recognition and has no financial impact on the district.

EVALUATION

SUBMITTED BY: Shana Tirado, Supervisor, Elementary Science
Andi Ringer, Supervisor, Middle School Science
Larry Plank, Supervisor, Secondary Science

Josie Sanders
General Director, Middle School Education
(813) 272-4862
Wynne A. Tye
Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction
(813) 272-4221
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