Hillsborough County Public Schools Business
Action Item

DATE: Tuesday, December 8, 2009
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

Approve the Agreement for Technical Services with Nommo Drama to Conduct Student Theatre Enrichment Program (STEP) with Students at Ferrell Middle School (Curriculum and Instruction Division)

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Nommo Drama will conduct 35 Student Theatre Enrichment Program (STEP) courses for students at Ferrell Middle Magnet School beginning December 9, 2009, through June 1, 2010. The purpose of STEP is to expose students to various ways in which language and communication is utilized in theatrical convention. The STEP program is aligned with the Sunshine State Standards for language arts, social studies, and theatre and also includes life skills, character development, leadership, social skills, goal setting and community service.

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

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: Yes)

Funds of $6,125 for the six month STEP program are included in the Magnet School Assistance Program (MSAP) federal grant budget.

EVALUATION

Independent grant evaluators will assess the STEP program in conjunction with the Advanced Course Scholars Program at Ferrell Middle Magnet School.

SUBMITTED BY: Susan King, Supervisor, Magnet Schools and Programs

Wynne A. Tye
Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction
(813) 272-4221
Gretchen Saunders
Chief Business Officer
(813) 272-4270
A 5.06
Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20091208_367 * Section A Item# 5.06