Administration
Action Item |
DATE: | Tuesday, December 7, 2010 |
TO: | School Board Members |
FROM: | MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent |
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS | |
Approve the Application for Alexander Academy of Lutz | |
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY | |
On August 2, 2010, the district received twenty-five (25) applications for prospective charter schools. Applicants were given the opportunity to present their application to the Charter School Application Review Team. The Charter School Application Review Team, made up of staff from a variety of district departments, reviewed the applications, and applicant interviews were conducted. At the conclusion of this process, twelve (12) schools withdrew their applications and plan to receive technical assistance from the district. Two (2) applications were not accepted due to lack of Department of Education required training. According to the requirements of F.S. 1002.33(6), charter applications must:
A summary of the application for Alexander Academy of Lutz is attached.
|
|
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES | |
• Increase promotion rates at all grade levels and the percentage of high school graduates • Demonstrate consistent and effective teaching methods • Motivate students to become responsible learners • Challenge and support all students with an appropriate curriculum • Promote a culture of safety, which is free from harassment, bullying, and aggression • Demonstrate "best practices" in all aspects of safety including students, employees, visitors, facilities, transportation, and health | |
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: Yes) | |
The estimated cost of the review of the charter school applications is $28,000. Additional costs will be incurred in the event that a charter school appeals the School Board's decision to deny an application. The review of charter applications is not covered by the five percent administrative fee collected to support the district's charter schools. | |
EVALUATION | |
Staff will annually review the application process to ensure that all statutory requirements are met. | |
SUBMITTED BY: Jenna Hodgens, Supervisor, Charter Schools |
William H. Person | Lewis A. Brinson | |
General Director, Student Planning, Placement & Support Programs (813) 272-4876 |
Assistant Superintendent, Administration (813) 272-4071 |
|
A 7.06 | ||
Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20101207_432 (Board Meeting) * Section A Item# 7.06 |