HCPS FL Logo Curriculum and Instruction
Action Item
DATE: Tuesday, January 18, 2011
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Approve Agreement for Technical Services for Occupational Therapy (OT) Services Provided for Students with Disabilities (Curriculum and Instruction Division)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
We request the approval of the Agreement for Technical Services with Premier Occupational Therapy Services, LLC for OT services for students with disabilities.  Federal Statute 468.203, State Board Rule 6A-6.03025 mandates school districts provide 100% of the OT services that are indicated on a student's Individual Educational Plan (IEP).  Currently there is a national critical shortage of qualified OTs.  Under the current district bid #4839-KJ for occupational and physical therapy services, the providers are unable to meet the service delivery needs of the district.

If approved, the contract with Premier Occupational Therapy Services, LLC will enable the district to serve students with disabilities with OT services as identified on the student's IEP.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Demonstrate consistent and effective teaching methods • Motivate students to become responsible learners • Challenge and support all students with an appropriate curriculum
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  Yes)
Funds not to exceed $35,000 are available through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Grant, Project 1931.
EVALUATION
SUBMITTED BY:  Joyce L. Wieland, General Director, Department of Exceptional Student Education
Maryann Parks, Supervisor, Exceptional Student Education
Wynne A. Tye   Gretchen Saunders
Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum & Instruction
(813) 272-4221
  Chief Business Officer
(813) 272-4270
    A 5.06
Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20110118_451 (Board Meeting) * Section A Item# 5.06