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Action Item
DATE: Tuesday, April 5, 2011
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Approve Agreement with the Florida State Fair Authority for High School Graduations (Administration Division)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Traditionally, high school graduations have been held at two venues.  The University of South Florida Sun Dome is undergoing a multi-million dollar renovation that will not be completed until fall 2011.  Therefore, all graduations will be held at the Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall for 27 high schools and adult education.  Graduations are scheduled for June 2, 3, and 6-11 (rehearsals begin May 31, 2011).
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Increase promotion rates at all grade levels and the percentage of high school graduates • Demonstrate best financial practices
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  Yes)
Total expenditure of the request is $118,760.26.  These dollars are already funded in the Division of Administration budget.  The change in venue will realize a savings of approximately $35,000 for Hillsborough County Public Schools.
EVALUATION
SUBMITTED BY:  Dr. Judith D. Rainone, Director of Administration
Lewis A. Brinson   Gretchen Saunders
Assistant Superintendent for Administration
(813) 272-4071
  Chief Business Officer
(813) 272-4270
    A 5.16
Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20110405_457 (Board Meeting) * Section A Item# 5.16