Curriculum and Instruction
Action Item |
DATE: | Tuesday, February 22, 2011 |
TO: | School Board Members |
FROM: | MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent |
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS | |
Approve Partnership with Florida College Access Network, Inc. (Guidance Services) | |
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY | |
The partnership supports collaborative efforts to promote college-readiness, access, and success through research, communication, advocacy, and mutual support. The mission of Florida College Access Network, Inc. is to build a collaborating network of state and local entities to increase the quality and quantity of innovative and proven college preparation and access programs that serve limited-income, first generation students. This partnership is designed to support the social, financial, and academic achievement of this population for success in higher education. Quarterly meetings will be held with members of the Network and Hillsborough County Public Schools' guidance department to facilitate the sharing of ideas and best practices. |
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STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES | |
• Motivate students to become responsible learners | |
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: No) | |
There is no cost to the district to participate in this collaborative initiative. | |
EVALUATION | |
SUBMITTED BY: Frances Otero, Supervisor, Guidance Services |
Wynne A. Tye | ||
Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction (813) 272-4221 |
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20110222_454 (Board Meeting) * Section A Item# 1.02 |