Instructional Support Action Item

DATE:	Tuesday, November 5, 2013
TO:	School Board Members
FROM:	MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Approve the Submission of the Annual Master In-service Plan Update Letter to the Commissioner of Education and the Program Director from the Director of Professional Development (Instructional Support Division)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Florida State Statute 1012.98 (4)(b)(4) mandates that all districts have a Master In-service Plan for in-service activities and requires this plan to be approved by the local School Board annually.  In addition, an annual update must be submitted to the State Board of Education and written verification must be submitted annually to the commissioner.  This agenda item requests approval for the Director of Professional Development to submit the required update letter and verification.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Demonstrate consistent and effective teaching methods • Align the performance management system with the district’s priorities • Provide for a district-wide succession planning structure and visible career ladder • Demonstrate "best practices" in all aspects of safety including students, employees, visitors, facilities, transportation, and health
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  Yes)
The cost of these courses is approximately $6 million and will be funded from various sources such as Title I, Title II, and Part I.
EVALUATION
Course evaluations are completed at the conclusion of each training.  The results of the evaluations will be captured through the Professional Development System.  Feedback from facilitators is used to continuously revise and update the course content.
SUBMITTED BY:  Jamalya Jackson, Director, Professional Development

George E. Gaffney, Assistant Superintendent		Gretchen Saunders
Instructional Support Division (813) 273-7033		Chief Business Officer (813) 272-4270
		A 6.03
Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20131105_601 (Board Meeting) * Section A Item# 6.03