Hillsborough County Public Schools Information and Technology
Information Item

DATE: Tuesday, July 15, 2008
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

Acknowledge the 2007 Digital School Boards Survey Recognition of the School Board of Hillsborough County

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Center for Digital Education and the National School Boards Association named the Hillsborough County School Board seventh among large districts in the 2007 Digital School Boards Survey, up from tenth last year. The Digital School Boards Survey examines how school boards and their districts are applying information technology to increase accessibility and enhance communication with the community, while improving the quality of instruction. Survey questions and criteria centered on school boards’ online presence; technology applications that allow the public to interact with school board members; access to information such as school board calendars, policies and agendas; and technology.

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

The District website and online School Board agenda enhance internal and external communication in support of the District's Strategic Plan.

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: No)

There is no financial cost associated with this information item.

EVALUATION

N/A

SUBMITTED BY:

Stephen Hegarty
Communications Officer
(813) 272-4060
Jack E. Davis
Chief Information and Technology Officer
(813) 272-4600
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20080715_295 * Section A Item# 4.01A