Hillsborough County Public Schools Curriculum and Instruction
Action Item

DATE: Tuesday, May 19, 2009
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

Approve Renewal Contracts with the State of Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles for Motorcycle Safety Training Program, 2009/2010 (Adult and Community Education)

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

We request approval to renew motorcycle safety training program contracts offered by the district in collaboration with the State of Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. The renewal contracts for the 2009/2010 school year have been developed to continue the Florida Rider Training Program with assistance and guidance from the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF). The district has been providing the motorcycle safety training program since 1991.

Classes are offered at Armwood and Chamberlain high schools through the Adult and Community Education Department. The program has served approximately 10,556 students and offers two classes: MSF Basic RiderCourse and MSF Experienced RiderCourse.

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

* Demonstrate consistent and effective teaching methods, * Motivate students to become responsible learners, * Challenge and support all students with an appropriate curriculum, * Align financial resources to support the district’s strategic goals, * Demonstrate best financial practices, * Promote a culture of safety, which is free from harassment, bullying, and aggression, * Demonstrate "best practices" in all aspects of safety including students, employees, visitors, facilities, transportation, and health

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: Yes)

Classes are self-sustaining from fees paid by adult students that cover all direct and indirect expenses.

EVALUATION

SUBMITTED BY: Kirby Hart, Supervisor, Community Education

Elsa A. Tuggle
Director, Adult and Community Education
813 740-7762
Wynne A. Tye
Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction
813 272-4221
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