Chief of Schools Action Item

DATE:	Tuesday, October 15, 2019
TO:	School Board Members
FROM:	Jeff Eakins, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Adoption of Proclamation - National Energy Awareness Month, October 2019 (Chief of Schools)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Currently, energy costs are second only to personnel costs as the leading draw on K-12 school districts’ operating budgets, a cost totaling approximately $8 billion a year for school districts throughout the nation.  By promoting energy awareness around positive behaviors and practices leading to energy efficiency, our school district, educators and students can work together in saving energy, cutting costs and contributing to a greener future.  In 1991, George H.W. Bush officially established October as "National Energy Awareness Month", verifying our nation’s growth in understanding that energy inefficiency and waste is an issue with long-term global consequences.  Since schools are a microcosm of society, we are a part of a rich setting to proactively address the issue of energy inefficiency and realize a more sustainable future.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Develop a culture of respect, trust, collaboration and equity • Engage and communicate with families and stakeholders • Continuously improve processes and systems • Establish a strong foundation of financial stewardship
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  No)
No financial impact on district;  donation made to CTE TV Production/PSA Energy Awareness Contest Winner.
EVALUATION
N/A
SUBMITTED BY:

MaryLou Whaley, Ed.S.		Harrison Peters
Director, Community Engagement, Outreach & Philanthropy (813) 272-4680		Chief of Schools, Administration (813) 272-4071
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20191015_932 (Board Meeting) * Section A Item# 07