Business Action Item |
DATE: Tuesday, June 9, 2009
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Approve Renewal Memorandum of Agreement with the Children's Board of Hillsborough County for the Family and School Support Team (FASST) Project, 2009/2010 (Curriculum and Instruction Division)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The FASST project serves schools by means of wrap-around teams that function with a system of core values and principles that are flexible, individualized, child centered, family focused, and culturally competent.
During the 2008/2009 school year, school-based FASST Teams served over 864 students and families. Of the students participating, 91% improved or maintained their level in reading; 94% improved or maintained their level in math; and 92% improved or maintained their level in writing. Developmental screenings were provided at community locations to 364 children. In addition, 697 children were screened via the telephone. Of the total students screened, approximately 70% received a referral for follow-up services.
ANNUAL DISTRICT GOAL(S) AND CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTOR(S)
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: Yes)
EVALUATION
SUBMITTED BY:
Joyce Wieland, General Director, Department of Exceptional Student Education
Maryann Parks, Supervisor, Department of Exceptional Student Education
Wynne A. Tye
Assistant Superintendent , Curriculum and Instruction (813) 272-4221 |
Gretchen Saunders
Chief Business Officer (813) 272-4270 |
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20090609_352 * Section A Item# 5.18 |