Deputy Superintendent Information Item

DATE:	Tuesday, June 12, 2012
TO:	School Board Members
FROM:	MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Recognize Jefferson High School Freshman Pedro Hernandez’s Heroism for Saving a Drowning Victim.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On Sunday, May 27, 2012, Pedro Hernandez and his parents were spending the day at Madeira Beach near John’s Pass.  As Pedro and his father played paddle ball on the beach, his mother, Elizabeth, noticed a woman struggling about 100 feet off-shore.  She shouted at Pedro and his dad, Pete, that the woman needed help.  Pedro jumped into the water, and by the time he caught up with her she was being pulled by the strong current into the pass.  He calmed her down and was able to keep her afloat until a couple on a jet ski arrived and helped him get her to shore.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• 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:  No)
There is no financial impact resulting from this recognition.
EVALUATION
N/A
SUBMITTED BY:

Stephen Hegarty		Kenneth R. Otero
Communications Officer 813-272-4046		Deputy Superintendent (813) 272-4101
		A 9.04
Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20120612_503 (Board Meeting) * Section A Item# 9.04