Student Services and Federal Programs Information Item

DATE:	Thursday, November 8, 2012
TO:	School Board Members
FROM:	MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Recognition of Tampa General Hospital for Providing Nursing Services at Robinson High School (Student Services and Federal Programs Division)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Tampa General Hospital's commitment to Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) began in February 1999, when they became the only hospital to provide a full-time registered nurse. Over 62,000 visits to the clinic at Robinson High School by students and staff were recorded over the span of one year. In addition, Tampa General Hospital gave millions of dollars over the years to community partners like USF and More Health, Inc. to provide health and safety training to over 2.4 million HCPS students, parents, teachers, administrators, and staff. Tampa General Hospital continues to support HCPS and our community at large.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Demonstrate best financial practices • 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)
This agenda item is for recognition and has no financial impact on the district.
EVALUATION
Annual evaluations are completed on nursing staff.
SUBMITTED BY:

Maria Russ		Gwendolyn L. Luney
Supervisor of School Health Services (813) 273-7020		Assistant Superintendent, Student Services and Federal Programs (813) 272-4879
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20121108_516 (Board Recognition Meeting) * Section C Item# 16