Hillsborough County Public Schools Curriculum and Instruction
Information Item

DATE: Tuesday, May 11, 2010
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

Recognition of Just Read, Florida! 2010 Literacy Award State and Regional Winners (Elementary/Middle/Secondary Education - Curriculum and Instruction Division)

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Florida school districts were invited to participate with Just Read, Florida! in honoring outstanding educators who have contributed to reading education. The method used to select the candidates varied according to the participating district. Each district K-12 Reading Plan Contact received nomination packets to be submitted on behalf of their district to Just Read, Florida! A representative for each instructional level was selected by a state committee from applications submitted.

The committee’s criteria for selections was based on the applicant’s educational activities at the school, district and/or state and national level, contributions to the professional community, and their expertise in the area of reading. These reading leaders are outstanding educators who have contributed to reading education in Florida, and whose commitment and outstanding efforts make a difference for students each day. Regional and state winners were announced in April/May and will be awarded with certificates and plaques, respectively.

We would like to recognize the Just Read, Florida! 2010 Literacy Award State winners.

Elementary School Reading Teacher of the Year
Tiffany Melovich - Colleen Bevis Elementary School

High School Reading Teacher of the Year
Larissa McCoy - Alonso High School

Elementary School Reading Leadership Team of the Year
Sulphur Springs Elementary School

We would also like to recognize the Just Read, Florida! 2010 Literacy Award Regional winners. Please see attachment for names of winners.

ANNUAL DISTRICT GOAL(S) AND CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTOR(S)

* Recruit, develop, and retain a highly effective, diverse workforce

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: No)

This agenda item is for recognition and has no financial impact to the district.

EVALUATION

SUBMITTED BY: Barbara B. Hancock, General Director, Elementary Education 
Josie Sanders, General Director, Middle School Education 
Denny Oest, General Director, Secondary Education



Wynne A. Tye
Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction
(813) 272-4221
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