Hillsborough County Public Schools Curriculum and Instruction
Action Item

DATE: Tuesday, January 27, 2009
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

Approve Agreement for Technical Services with Nommo Drama to Conduct Student Theatre Enrichment Program (STEP) with Students at Ferrell Middle School (Curriculum and Instruction Division)

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Nommo Drama will work with teachers in classrooms to integrate theatrical convention into Advanced Course Scholars and AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) classes. The STEP program is aligned with the Sunshine State Standards for Language Arts, Social Studies, and Theatre, and also includes life skills, character development, leadership, social skills, goal setting, and community service.

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

* Demonstrate consistent and effective teaching methods, * Motivate students to become responsible learners, * Challenge and support all students with an appropriate curriculum

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: Yes)

Funds of $7,125 are included in the divisional special revenue/federal programs budget through the Magnet Grant, Project 1633.

EVALUATION

Independent grant evaluators will assess the STEP program in conjunction with the Advanced Course Scholars Program at Ferrell Middle School.

SUBMITTED BY: Susan King, Supervisor, Magnet Programs

Wynne A. Tye
Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction
(813) 272-4221
Gretchen Saunders
Chief Business Officer
(813) 272-4270
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20090127_342 * Section A Item# 5.23