Curriculum and Instruction Information Item |
DATE: Tuesday, May 12, 2009
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The importance and advantages of learning a world language is continuing to increase day by day. Apart from being able to converse with different people in their own language, it can also teach understanding, tolerance, and cultural awareness. Learning a world language opens the door to other cultures and helps students become more competitive in the global market place.
ANNUAL DISTRICT GOAL(S) AND CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTOR(S)
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: No)
EVALUATION
SUBMITTED BY: Melissa Morgado, Supervisor, K-12 World Languages
Denny B. Oest
General Director, Secondary Education (813) 272-4451 |
Wynne A. Tye
Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction (813) 272-4221 |
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20090512_350 * Section C Item# 08 |