Curriculum and Instruction
Action Item |
DATE: | Tuesday, July 17, 2012 |
TO: | School Board Members |
FROM: | MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent |
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS | |
Approve Renewal of Memorandum of Agreement with Mental Health Care, Inc. (MHC) for Exceptional Student Education Services, 2012/2013 (Curriculum and Instruction Division) | |
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY | |
We request approval of the renewal agreement with MHC for the continuation of services for the 2012/2013 school year. Since August 1994, the district has contracted with MHC to provide therapeutic services for students and their families being served in the Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities (E/BD) program. The goal of this service is to improve behavior and increase the academic success of our E/BD students.
During the 2011/2012 school year, MHC provided psychiatric, respite, counseling, and wrap-around services for approximately 331 E/BD students (Pre-K – High School) and families. We had 8 full-time therapists, 3 therapeutic mentors, and 1.5 case managers serving students and families at 11 school sites. The therapists provided individual, family and group therapy to students and their families, and helped to provide referrals to other resources within the community. When students transition from an E/BD placement back to a less restrictive environment or a new school, the therapists follow them to assist in making the change a positive experience. In addition, counseling services are also provided to students with disabilities by the district’s School Social Work and School Psychology departments. |
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STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES | |
All Strategic Objectives | |
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: Yes) | |
Funds of $332,850 are included in the divisional special revenue/federal programs budget, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). | |
EVALUATION | |
Academic and behavioral progress will be measured using the student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) objectives. | |
SUBMITTED BY:
Joyce L. Wieland, General Director, Department of Exceptional Student Education Maryann Parks, Supervisor, Exceptional Student Education |
Wynne A. Tye | Gretchen Saunders | |
Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction (813) 272-4221 |
Chief Business Officer (813) 272-4270 |
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20120717_509 (Board Meeting) * Section A Item# 5.10 |