Instructional Support Action Item

DATE:	Tuesday, May 21, 2013
TO:	School Board Members
FROM:	MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Approve Renewal Contract for Full Service Schools with the State of Florida, Department of Health (Instructional Support Division)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The contract renewal is in effect July 1, 2013, through June 30, 2014.  Its purpose is to expand health services and increase access to health care in high poverty areas.  The Full Service School funds provide health services to designated schools in our district.  This is an annual renewal of flow-through funds from the Hillsborough County Health Department.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Demonstrate "best practices" in all aspects of safety including students, employees, visitors, facilities, transportation, and health
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  Yes)
Funds in the amount of $422,772 are provided by the Legislature from general revenue and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) federal dollars in specific line items for Full Service Schools.  This contract and the services are based on the availability of funds.
EVALUATION
Annual reports are submitted to the State of Florida, Department of Health.  These reports contain data regarding student, parent, and school district employee encounters.
SUBMITTED BY:  Maria Russ, Supervisor, School Health Services

George E. Gaffney, Assistant Superintendent		Gretchen Saunders
Instructional Support Division (813) 273-7033		Chief Business Officer (813) 272-4270
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20130521_564 (Board Meeting) * Section A Item# 6.10