Hillsborough County Public Schools Student Services and Federal Programs
Information Item

DATE: Tuesday, January 26, 2010
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

Recognition of the College Board/Siemens Foundation 2009 Siemens Competition in Math, Science, and Technology Semifinalist (Student Services and Federal Programs Division)

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

We would like to recognize the semifinalist of the 2009 Siemens Competition Award in Math, Science, and Technology. In partnership with the College Board, the Siemens Foundation established the Siemens Competition in Math, Science, and Technology and the Siemens Awards for Advanced Placement. The Siemens Competition seeks to promote excellence by encouraging students to undertake individual or team research projects. The competition fosters intensive research that improves students’ understanding of the value of scientific study and informs their consideration of future careers in these disciplines.

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

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

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: No)

N/A

EVALUATION

N/A

SUBMITTED BY:

Eric Bergholm
General Director, Advanced Academic Access
(813) 272-4842
Gwendolyn L. Luney, Assistant Superintendent
Student Services and Federal Programs
(813) 272-4879
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