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DATE: Tuesday, May 17, 2016
TO: School Board Members
FROM: Jeff Eakins, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Recognition of Business Partners for Florida Construction Career Days (Curriculum and Instruction Division)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

On Wednesday, April 13, 2016, Suncoast Utility Contractors Association (SUCA), Florida Department of Transportation, Florida Transportation Builders Association (FTBA), and other industry leaders hosted Florida Construction Career Days. The event took place at the Hillsborough County Public Utilities Department, 10700 Rhodine Road, in Riverview, Florida.

The event gave secondary and postsecondary students the opportunity to learn firsthand about roadway construction from industry professionals through interactive learning labs. Tampa Bay’s construction industry continues to surge in the private and public sector. The event taught about career opportunities in the transportation industry and spotlighted companies that are committed to opening doors for our youth and community.

We are proud to recognize the Co-Chairs of the Steering Committee for Florida Construction Career Days:

  • Theresa Mannix, Executive Director, Suncoast Utility Contractors Association
  • Penny Danielecki, Controller, Technical Sales Corporation
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Increase promotion rates at all grade levels and the percentage of high school graduates • Motivate students to become responsible learners
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  No)
This item is for recognition and has no financial impact to the district. 
EVALUATION
N/A
SUBMITTED BY:  Christopher Jargo, Assistant Director, Career and Technical Education
Warren S. Brooks   Denny B. Oest
Workforce Connections Officer
(813) 231-1860
  Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction
(813) 272-4221
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20160517_772 (Board Recognition Meeting) Item# 25