Curriculum and Instruction Information Item |
DATE: Tuesday, November 10, 2009
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The annual 4-H Tropicana Public Speaking Contest, a partnership between 4-H Tropicana, Inc. and the district provides students in grades 4 and 5 with the opportunity to participate in a public speaking contest that supports the district reading and writing expectations. Contest participants gather information, organize the material, write, and deliver their speeches at the school, area, and district levels. Participating students develop the ability to express ideas effectively with poise and confidence. The contest promotes high expectations for students in all participating schools. A list of the outstanding student finalists and winners is attached.
ANNUAL DISTRICT GOAL(S) AND CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTOR(S)
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: No)
EVALUATION
SUBMITTED BY:
Temetia Creed, Supervisor, Elementary Language Arts
Keli Townsend, District Resource Teacher, Elementary Language Arts/Writing
Barbara B. Hancock
General Director, Elementary Education (813) 272-4455 |
Wynne A. Tye
Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction (813) 272-4221 |
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