Administration Workshop Item

DATE:	Tuesday, April 30, 2013
TO:	School Board Members
FROM:	MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Review of the High Suspension Rate and Academic Achievements of African American and Hispanic Males
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On February 19, 2013, during a School Board meeting it was requested that a workshop be held to discuss the high suspension rate and academic achievements of African American and Hispanic males.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Motivate students to become responsible learners • Challenge and support all students with an appropriate curriculum
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  No)
There is no additional financial impact to the District.
EVALUATION
N/A
SUBMITTED BY:  Susan Shattles

		Lewis A. Brinson
		Assistant Superintendent, Administration (813) 272-4071
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20130430_586 (Board Workshop) * Section W Item# 1