Student Services
Action Item |
DATE: | Tuesday, August 12, 2014 |
TO: | School Board Members |
FROM: | MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent |
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS | |
Approve Memorandum of Agreement with Gracepoint (formerly Mental Health Care, Inc.) for Exceptional Student Education Services, 2014/2015 (Student Services Division) | |
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY | |
We request approval of the Memorandum of Agreement with Gracepoint for the continuation of services for the 2014/2015 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 2013/2014 school year, MHC provided psychiatric, respite, counseling, and wrap-around services for approximately 314 E/BD students (Pre-K – high school) and families. We had 7 full-time therapists, two therapeutic mentors, and one case manager 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 | |
• Increase promotion rates at all grade levels and the percentage of high school graduates • Motivate students to become responsible learners | |
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: Maryann Parks, General Director, Department of Exceptional Student Education |
George E. Gaffney, Assistant Superintendent | Gretchen Saunders | |
Student Services Division (813) 273-7033 |
Chief Business Officer (813) 272-4270 |
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20140812_638 (Board Meeting) * Section A Item# 6.11 |