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DATE: Monday, July 18, 2011
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
TEACHING AND LEARNING PRESENTATION

Project Quest, a Summer Dual Enrollment Program at Hillsborough Community College (HCC) (Exceptional Student Education)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Initiative:  We believe that this program will provide invaluable opportunities and services to students with disabilities to meet the challenges of postsecondary education while enrolled in high school.

Goals:  

  • Develop a collaborative relationship with HCC
  • Prepare students for college
  • Provide support to students in the classroom
  • Offer high school and college credit

Targeted Population:  Developed to provide services to eligible students with disabilities who are in 12th grade and pursuing a standard diploma.

Timeline:  Project Quest operates from June 13, 2011 - June 30, 2011.

Professional/Staff Development:  Staff development trainings are offered through the Department of Exceptional Student Education, Transition Program.

Transferability:  Project Quest assists students with disabilities transition into postsecondary educational opportunities.

Involvement:  The partnership between Hillsborough County Public Schools and HCC is critical for program implementation and success.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Motivate students to become responsible learners
SUBMITTED BY:  Deborah Davis, ESE Supervisor
Joyce L. Wieland   Wynne A. Tye
General Director, Exceptional Student Education
(813) 273-7025		   Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction
(813) 272-4221
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20110718_467 (Board Meeting) * Section B Item# 01