B6.01 - Approve the Adoption and Purchase of Recommended Instructional Materials for Health and Human Services, Industrial Technology Education, and International Baccalaureate Mathematics (Academic Services)

The instructional materials being considered for adoption are listed on the attached document, Recommended Titles for Instructional Materials Adoption, and include new titles for Health and Human Services, Industrial Technology Education, and International Baccalaureate Mathematics.  A thorough evaluation of these materials was completed by the district Instructional Materials Adoption Committee, and a districtwide, subject-area teacher vote was conducted.  Per Florida Statute 1006.283 and School Board Policy 2510, the district conducted a 20-day public review from September 2, 2020, through September 21, 2020.  A required Public Hearing was held at the School Board Meeting on September 22, 2020.

The adoption and purchase of instructional materials are made in compliance with Florida Statutes and Board Policy 2510.  The committee evaluation process ensures that selected materials are aligned with course standards and will properly serve as an effective instructional tool for teachers.

Initial implementation of these materials will include creation of new curriculum guides, classroom assessments, and/or final exams.  Hands-on teacher training will be provided, with follow-up to include surveyed teacher feedback, classroom visitations, and classroom observations.  Ongoing evaluation will consist of summarized student performance data to include course grades, course completion, classroom portfolios, pre and post assessments, final exams, and/or industry certification exams.  Adjustments to teacher training and/or implementation of these instructional materials will be made throughout the duration of this adoption based on the above data.

The adoption and purchase of instructional materials are made in compliance with the Florida Instructional Materials Adoption Schedule, when new course standards are implemented, and/or when current instructional materials are outdated.  Florida Statute 1006.283 requires a Public Hearing, held on September 22, 2020, prior to the Board approving an adoption.

Teachers will be provided with updated materials that are aligned with course standards and serve as an instructional tool for lesson planning, classroom instruction, and enhanced student engagement.  Accompanying resources will also provide teacher assessment materials and online digital access for students and teachers.  In partnership with the publishers, strategically planned professional development will provide teachers with instructional strategies for effective implementation, and training that includes techniques for maximizing the use of all resources to increase learning and student outcomes.

* Improve the high school graduation rate

* Improve Student Achievement

That the Board approve the adoption and purchase of the recommended instructional materials for Health and Human Services, Industrial Technology Education, and International Baccalaureate Mathematics.

Terry Connor, Deputy Superintendent for Instruction, Academic Services, terry.connor@hcps.net, (813) 272-4221
Deborah Cook, Assistant Superintendent, Teaching and Learning, deborah.cook@hcps.net, (813) 272-4221
Jazheel Lenegar, Executive Director, Instructional Support, jazheel.lenegar@sdhc.k12.fl.us, (813) 272-4559

The total fiscal impact is $1,273,735 from the Instructional Materials Categorical budget, Project 4509.  This cost is estimated for a five-year adoption and is summarized by title on the attachment based on current enrollment.  Additional materials will be purchased if enrollment increases.