Chief of Schools Action Item

DATE:	Tuesday, June 27, 2017
TO:	School Board Members
FROM:	Jeff Eakins, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Approve Contract for Early Childhood Learning Center (Chief of Schools)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Charter School legislation, 1002.33 F.S., permits individuals, organizations, and community members the opportunity to submit an application to the School Board for the creation of a charter school. On April 4, 2017, the School Board approved the application for Early Childhood Learning Center. The school will serve students in grades K-2 with a traditional curriculum focusing on pre-literacy and literacy skills utilizing thematic units and project-based learning. A copy of the proposed five-year contract for the school is attached. The original charter application approved by the School Board will become Appendix I of this contract, and will be available for review in the Charter School Office.  In the event of a discrepancy between the contract and the charter application, the terms of the contract will prevail. Early Childhood Learning Center has agreed to all terms of the contract, which has been revised to include the most recent revisions to 1002.33, F.S.  A copy of the application review summary is attached indicating where weaknesses are addressed in the contract. Additionally a Memorandum of Understanding is attached to recognize the creative and unique partnership between the Hillsborough County Public Schools and the Early Childhood Learning Center.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
All Strategic Objectives
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  Yes)
The charter school’s first year enrollment projection of 36 students will generate approximately $249,687 in Florida Education Finance Program (FEFP) (Part I) funds. The school district retains a five percent administrative fee for up to and including 250 students ($12,485 of FEFP funds) to offset services provided by the district.  The school will also qualify for categorical, capital outlay, and grant funds as appropriate and allowed by Florida statutes.
EVALUATION
A contract renewal review will be completed prior to the contract end of June 30, 2022.
SUBMITTED BY:  Jenna Hodgens, General Director, Charter Office

Gretchen Saunders		Dr. Alberto Vázquez
Chief Business Officer (813) 272-4270		Chief of Staff (813) 272-4986
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20170627_815 (Board Meeting) * Section C Item# 6.11