We request approval of two contractual agreements with Seniors in Service of Tampa Bay, Inc., for foster grandparents to provide services to our mentally and physically handicapped students.

The renewal Contractual Agreements provide as many as 74 foster grandparent positions for up to 40 hours per week. District staff assigns the foster grandparents to appropriate students commensurate with their skills and training. The nurturing services provided by foster grandparents are extremely beneficial to general education students and students with disabilities.

The district has contracted for over 31 years with Seniors in Service of Tampa Bay, Inc., for foster grandparents.

* Increase promotion rates at all grade levels and the percentage of high school graduates, * Motivate students to become responsible learners

Funds of $82,140 are available to serve general education students and students with disabilities: $34,494 from the divisional general operating budget; $36,050 from the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA); and $11,596 from Title I funds.