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Action Item
DATE: Tuesday, February 3, 2015
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Adoption of Proclamation - Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, February 2015 (Curriculum and Instruction Division)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The National Association for Career and Technical Education, the Florida Association for Career and Technical Education, and the Hillsborough Technical, Career, and Adult Association have designated the month of February 2015 as Career and Technical Education Month.  Attached is the proclamation recognizing the observance of Career and Technical Education month for February 2015.  The theme for this year's recognition is "Recognizing Classroom Innovators.”

CTE serves as the foundation of a strong, continuously educated workforce, and contributes to America's leadership in an ever changing international marketplace.  CTE programs and academies are exemplary and provide graduates the skills to pursue all levels of postsecondary education.  In addition, our workforce development programs for adults provide opportunities for updating skills, pursuing advanced career opportunities, and continuing education.  The quality of Hillsborough County Career and Technical Education's services and programs attracts many new industries to the Tampa Bay area which enrich our local economy.

During Career and Technical Education month, CTE educators, district staff members, students, and business partners will be involved in various career awareness events.  All events will highlight the numerous career pathways available to students in Hillsborough County Public Schools through Career and Technical Education.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Motivate students to become responsible learners
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  No)
This agenda has no financial impact to the district.
EVALUATION
N/A
SUBMITTED BY:  Susan Miller, Director, Workforce and Continuing Education
Christopher Jargo, Assistant Director, Career and Technical Education
Warren S. Brooks   Wynne A. Tye
General Director, Career, Technical, and Adult Education
(813) 231-1860
  Assistant Superintendent, Student Services
(813) 273-7033
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20150203_683 (Board Meeting) * Section C Item# 02