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Action Item
DATE: Tuesday, July 19, 2016
TO: School Board Members
FROM: Jeff Eakins, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Approve the Recommended Titles as Adopted Instructional Materials for Art, Physical Education, and World Languages (Office of Teaching and Learning)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A district Instructional Materials Selection Committee was formed in compliance with district instructional materials adoption procedures to review and recommend the materials for adoption.   A public review was advertised via the district's website from June 7, 2016, through June 27, 2016, and a public hearing was held at the School Board meeting on June 28, 2016.  Upon Board approval, a parent of a Hillsborough County Public School student may file a petition within 30 days to contest the adoption.  A public hearing will be held on all petitions timely received.  The adoption process was conducted in accordance with Board Policy 2510 and administrative procedures that include the following:

  • For the adoption of a major tool of instruction, the selection committee recommends no more than two selections to be placed on a ballot for a districtwide subject-area teacher vote.
  • The selection committee reviews and evaluates submissions using criteria established by or compatible with those established by the Florida Department of Education, including criteria aligned with the State Standards where appropriate.
  • The selection committee is trained in the instructional materials evaluation process and use of the instructional materials evaluation form. Both print and digital resources are sampled and reviewed during the evaluation process.
  • For the adoption of supplemental instructional materials, the selection committee may make a final recommendation for adoption to the School Board.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Improve the high school graduation rate • Provide a student-centered learning environment that engages every child
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  Yes)
Funds in the amount of $1,600,000.00 will be available in the Part I categorical instructional materials funds. For tracking purposes, the project number specific to this agenda item is 4509. As of Wednesday, June 29, 2016, the remaining balance less encumbrances for this line item equaled $8,102,685.77. The materials will be adopted through the 2020/2021 school year.  Additional materials will be purchased if student enrollment increases for these programs.
EVALUATION
Program evaluation will include student grades, various student assessments, student and teacher feedback, and classroom observations. Upon implementation and throughout the adoption, the district will provide appropriate teacher training and conduct classroom visits. The publisher(s) will also provide assistance and support as requested.
SUBMITTED BY:  Elizabeth Agresta, Chief Academic Officer, Office of Teaching and Learning
Karine Johns, Supervisor, Instructional Materials
Gretchen Saunders   Dr. Alberto Vázquez
Chief Business Officer
(813) 272-4270		   Chief of Staff
(813) 272-4986
    C 6.08
Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20160719_764 (Board Meeting) * Section C Item# 6.08