Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m.

2 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Pinellas County Schools 5 p.m. School Administration Building 301 4th Street SW Largo, FL 33770 https://www.pcsb.org Vision: 100% Student Success Mission: "Educate and prepare each student for college, career and life." 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.1 Call to Order Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.2 Invocation - Pastor Joe Glymph, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 455 Missouri Ave., Largo, FL 33770 Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.3 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.4 National Anthem Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.5 Video - Celebrating the Class of 2021! Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.6 Introduction of Professional and Community Organization Reps - Isabel Mascareñas, Public Information Officer Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Amendments to the Agenda Subject 2.1 Possible Changes to the Agenda Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Amend the Agenda File Attachments 3. Adoption of Agenda Subject 3.1 Adoption of Agenda Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Adopt Agenda File Attachments 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.1 Presentation of Top Magnet Schools of America Awards Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Presentation BACKGROUND : Magnet Schools of America (MSA) was founded in 1986 and remains the national association of magnet and theme-based schools. The mission of MSA is to provide leadership for high-quality, innovative instructional programs that promote choice, diversity, equity and academic excellence for all students. Each year MSA recognizes the most prominent magnet schools and leaders in the country by giving National Merit Awards. To receive a national merit award, MSA member schools must submit a detailed application that is scored by a panel of educators. These schools are judged on their demonstrated ability to raise student academic achievement, promote racial and socioeconomic diversity, provide specialized curricula and instruction and leverage community partnerships to enhance the school’s theme-based program. Three district magnet programs were recognized as MSA National Merit Award Winners and earned “School of Excellence” designations: Gulfport Montessori, Richard O Jacobson Technical High School at Seminole and Ridgecrest Center for Gifted Studies. Three schools earned “School of Distinction” designations: Douglas L. Jamerson’s Center of Mathematics and Engineering, James B. Sanderlin’s K-8 IB World School and Perkins Elementary School’s Center for the Arts and International Studies. The district also earned two of the highest awards and recognition - the New and Emerging Magnet School of Excellence Award and Superintendent of the Year. The New and Emerging Magnet School of Excellence Award is the highest honor possible for a new magnet school. Susan King, MSA representative and Past President, will present the New and Emerging Magnet School of Excellence Award to Richard O. Jacobson Technical High School at Seminole. Mrs. King will also present Dr. Grego with the Magnet Schools of America Superintendent of the Year Award for his outstanding leadership and his successful efforts to increase choices for families and make magnet programs a priority. SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Associate Superintendent, Operational Services File Attachments 5. Public Comments on Agenda Items Subject 5.1 Meeting Procedures Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Information Meeting Procedures: The Board welcomes public comment. For those who wish to speak to the Board, please note the following: You are given three separate opportunities to speak. The first is during "Public Comment" on a topic not included in the agenda but pertaining to the general business of the district, and this opportunity occurs after adjournment of regular meetings. The second is on one or more agenda items upon which the Board will vote, and this opportunity occurs after the special order agenda at regular meetings and as appropriate at special meetings. The third is at public hearings, such as budget hearings, and second readings on Board policy, when you are able to speak to the Board before it takes action. In each case, (1) you must register to speak with the Superintendent’s designee at the entrance to the meeting room as described below; (2) you will be called in the order you registered with the Superintendent's designee; (3) you will be allotted three (3) minutes, which may only be extended with the approval of the chairperson; and (4) you may not yield your time to any other person. To avoid repetition, speakers supporting or opposing the same issue are encouraged to designate a spokesperson and have the spokesperson request that members of the audience supporting the position stand during the presentation. If you wish to speak to agenda items, you must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers or before the last speaker on agenda items concludes his or her comments whichever is later. If you wish to speak during the Public Comment period, you must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers or before the last speaker concludes his or her comments, whichever is later. If you wish to speak during a Public Hearing, you must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers or before the last speaker during the Public Hearing concludes his or her comments, whichever is later. The following additional procedures apply depending upon the specific speaking opportunity: Public Comment. The Board will hear public comment on the general business of the district after adjournment of regular meetings. The Board will not act on any matter you may raise during your presentation. Numbered Agenda Items. Time will be set aside immediately following the special order agenda at regular meetings and as appropriate at special meetings for you to address numbered agenda items upon which the Board will vote. You may address as many agenda items as you wish during your three (3) minute period, other than items pertaining to employee or student discipline, or any other matter listed in Section 286.0114(3), F.S., such as ministerial acts or emergencies. Public Hearings. Time will be set aside at each public hearing for you to speak on the agenda item. You must confine your comments to the agenda item. Regulation of Disruptive Speech Board meetings are a limited open forum for First Amendment purposes, and your exercise of your First Amendment right of free speech in that context will be recognized and protected, subject to reasonable restrictions as to time, place, and manner. Applause is permitted only when awards are granted. To ensure the expeditious and orderly process of Board meetings, the Chairperson may: Interrupt or terminate a speaker when his/her statement is not relevant, exceeds the time allotted, or is abusive, threatening, defamatory, obscene, profane, loud, interruptive, or otherwise of a disruptive or disorderly nature; and Order the removal of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting, provided the Chairperson has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Nothing herein is intended, nor shall anything be construed, to limit or restrain negative, positive, or neutral comments about the manner in which Board employees, agents, the Superintendent, and Board members carry out their duties in public employment or office. Recording of Board Meetings Recordings are permitted under the following conditions: No obstructions are created between the Board and the audience. No interviews are conducted in the meeting room while the Board is in session. No commentary, adjustment of equipment, or positioning of operators is made that would distract either the Board or members of the audience while the Board is in session. Revised 8/28/15 File Attachments 6. Unfinished Business Subject 6.1 Public Hearing to Consider the Repeal of the Board Rule Regarding Face Coverings, effective at 5:00 p.m. on June 9, 2021. (This is the second reading and there are no changes since the first reading.) Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Fiscal Impact No Recommended Action Repeal the Board Rule Regarding Face Coverings, effective at 5:00 p.m. on June 9, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : On November 20, 2020, the School Board adopted its Board Rule Regarding Face Coverings (“Rule”) due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The consideration of the Rule has always been guided by t he assistance of infectious disease and pediatric specialists from Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, BayCare, Community Health Centers of Pinellas, Inc. and the Florida Department of Health-Pinellas when the pandemic first began in spring 2020. Doctors toured schools, provided operational guidance for the district’s ReOpening Plan, and provided Pinellas County Schools teachers, nurses and other employees access to COVID-19 testing and the vaccine. The group has continued to be actively engaged throughout the school year, and will remain a key partner in future planning. The Rule and other safety protocols within the Pinellas County Schools ReOpening Plan have served the district and its families, allowing schools to remain open and students and staff to attend in-person to the greatest extent possible during the 2020-21 school year. The proposed repeal of this Rule on June 9, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. is based upon the: availability and opportunity for all employees to be fully vaccinated; commitment made to families and staff returning to in-person learning for the 2020-21 school year, as communicated in the Pinellas County Schools ReOpening plan; and current trends in Pinellas County demonstrating a reduction of new cases and positivity rates. RATIONALE : The repeal of this Rule on June 9, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. will allow for successful completion of the 2020-21 school year and ensure that all employees have the opportunity to be fully vaccinated and maintain the district's commitment made to families and staff returning to in-person learning for the 2020-21 school year, as communicated in the Pinellas County Schools ReOpening Plan. Attached is the Rule proposed for repeal on June 9, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney Laurie Dart, Staff Attorney Leanna Ison, Director, Strategic Planning and Policy Sara O’Toole, Director, School Health Services SUBMITTED BY : Jennifer Dull, Chief Strategy and Impact Officer File Attachments Board Rule Regarding Face Coverings.pdf (105 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.1 Approval of Consent Agenda Items Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to Approve Items of the Consent Agenda File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.2 Request Approval of the Minutes of the Regular School Board Meeting of May 11, 2021 Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent), Minutes Recommended Action Approve the minutes of the Regular School Board Meeting of May 11, 2021. File Attachments Draft Minutes - Regular School Board Meeting May 11 2021.pdf (315 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.3 Request Approval of the Minutes of the School Board Workshop of May 18, 2021 Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent), Minutes Recommended Action Approve the minutes of the School Board Workshop of May 18, 2021. File Attachments Draft Minutes - School Board Workshop May 18 2021.pdf (106 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.4 Request Approval of the Personnel Recommendations – Administrative Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Costs of the personnel actions fall within the approved budget. Recommended Action Approve the Personnel Recommendations – Administrative, June 8, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND: Florida law states that the school board shall act on personnel actions. The attached list of administrative personnel actions reflects recommendations in various areas including Change in Contract Status, Leave of Absences, Resignations, and Retirements. RATIONALE: Human Resources Services strives to r ecruit, support, and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce. Approval of the administrative personnel actions is requested in order to continue to provide high-quality educational services. Human Resources Services has determined that all persons recommended by the superintendent met the minimum qualifications contained in the job description for the position to which the employee has been recommended. DATA SOURCES: District-level Administrators School-based Administrators SUBMITTED BY: Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments June 8, 2021 FINAL Administrative.pdf (455 KB) June 8, 2021 FINAL Administrative 2021.2022.pdf (506 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.5 Request Approval of the Personnel Recommendations – Instructional Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Costs of the personnel actions fall within the approved budget. Recommended Action Approve the Personnel Recommendations – Instructional, June 8, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND: Florida law states that the school board shall act on personnel actions. The attached list of instructional personnel actions reflects recommendations in various areas, including Appointments, Change in Contract Status, Leave of Absences, Resignations, Retirements, Contracted Services, Substitutes, and Teaching Out-of-Field (Teachers, ESOL, Co-Teacher, Long-Term Substitutes). RATIONALE: Human Resources Services strives to r ecruit, support, and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce. Approval of the instructional personnel actions is requested in order to continue to provide high-quality educational services to students. Human Resources Services has determined that all persons recommended for appointment by the superintendent met the minimum qualifications contained in the job description for the position to which the employee has been recommended. DATA SOURCES: District-level Administrators School-based Administrators SUBMITTED BY: Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments June 8, 2021 FINAL Instructional Set A.pdf (610 KB) June 8, 2021 FINAL Instructional 2021.2022.pdf (659 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.6 Request Approval of the Personnel Recommendations – Supporting Services Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Costs of these personnel actions fall within the approved budget. Recommended Action Approve the Personnel Recommendations – Supporting Services, June 8, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND: Florida law states that the school board shall act on personnel actions. The attached list of supporting services personnel actions reflects recommendations in various areas including Appointments, Substitutes, Status Changes, Job Title Changes, Cost Center Changes, Leave of Absences, Resignations, and Retirements. RATIONALE: Human Resources Services strives to r ecruit, support, and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce. Approval of the supporting services personnel actions are requested in order to continue to provide high-quality educational services. Human Resources Services has determined that all persons recommended by the superintendent met the minimum qualifications contain in the job description for the position to which the employee has been recommended. DATA SOURCES: District-level Administrators School-based Administrators SUBMITTED BY: Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments June 8 2021 FINAL Support Set B.pdf (674 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.7 Request Approval of the Personnel Recommendations - Administrative Appointments 2021-2022 Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Costs of the personnel actions fall within the approved budget. Recommended Action Approve the Personnel Recommendations - Administrative Appointments 2021-2022 (June 8, 2021). Goals BACKGROUND : Florida Law states that the school board shall act on personnel actions. The attached list of personnel actions reflects recommendations for Administrative Transfers, Appointments of Annual Contract for Administrative/Supervisory, Assistant Principals and Principals for the 2021-2022 school year. RATIONALE : Human Resources Services strives to recruit, support, and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce. Approval of the instructional personnel actions is requested in order to continue to provide high-quality educational services to students. Human Resources Services has determined that all persons recommended for appointment by the superintendent met the minimum qualifications contained in the job description for the position to which the employee has been recommended. DATA SOURCES : District-level Administrators School-based Administrators SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments June 8, 2021 FINAL Annual Appointments Set C Admin.pdf (428 KB) June 8, 2021 FINAL Annual Appointments Set E Principals.pdf (428 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.8 Request Approval of the Personnel Recommendations – Instructional Appointments 2021-2022 Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Costs of the personnel actions fall within the approved budget. Recommended Action Approve the Personnel Recommendations – Instructional Appointments 2021-2022 (June 8, 2021). Goals BACKGROUND: Florida Law states that the school board shall act on personnel actions. The attached list of personnel actions reflects recommendations for Instructional Appointments to Annual Contract. RATIONALE: Human Resources Services strives to recruit, support, and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce. Approval of the instructional personnel actions is requested in order to continue to provide high-quality educational services to students. Human Resources Services has determined that all persons recommended for appointment by the superintendent met the minimum qualifications contained in the job description for the position to which the employee has been recommended. DATA SOURCES: District-level Administrators School-based Administrators SUBMITTED BY: Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments June 8, 2021 FINAL Annual Appointments Set F.pdf (427 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.9 Request Approval of the Personnel Recommendation - Supporting Services 2021-2022 Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Costs of the personnel actions fall within the approved budget. Recommended Action Approve the Personnel Recommendation - Supporting Services 2021-2022 (June 8, 2021). Goals BACKGROUND: Florida Law states that the school board shall act on personnel actions. The attached list of personnel actions reflects recommendations for Appointments of Annual Non-Bargaining-Non-Represented/Confidential Management and Non-Bargaining-Professional/Technical Supervisory employees for the 2021-2022 school year. RATIONALE: Human Resources Services strives to recruit, support, and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce. Approval of the instructional personnel actions is requested in order to continue to provide high-quality educational services to students. Human Resources Services has determined that all persons recommended for appointment by the superintendent met the minimum qualifications contained in the job description for the position to which the employee has been recommended. DATA SOURCES: District-level Administrators School-based Administrators SUBMITTED BY: Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments June 8 2021 FINAL Annual Appointments Set H PTS.pdf (486 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.10 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Associate Superintendent, Technology Information Services Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Keith M. Mastorides to Associate Superintendent, Technology Information Services, effective July 1, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The Associate Superintendent, Technology Information Services position is available due to the retirement of Thomas P. Lechner, effective June 30, 2021. This position was advertised for one week and nineteen applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed three applicants on May 27, 2021. RATIONALE : Keith Mastorides began his career in Pinellas County Schools in 1991. He currently serves as the Principal at Clearwater High School (2006 to present). His background also includes serving as an Assistant Principal at Palm Harbor University High School (1998-2006); as a Classroom Teacher at Dunedin Highland Middle School (1992-1998); and at Tarpon Springs Middle School (1991-1992). Mr. Mastorides earned a bachelor’s degree in Severe Learning Disabilities from the University of South Florida and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University. DATA SOURCE : William P. Corbett, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.11 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of Area Superintendent, Area 2 Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Stephanie F. Woodford to Area Superintendent, Area 2, effective July 1, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The Area Superintendent, Area 2 position is available due to the retirement of Barbara F. Hires, effective May 3, 2021. RATIONALE : Stephanie Woodford began her educational career in 1990. She currently serves as Principal at Lakewood Elementary School (2018 to present). Her background also includes serving as the Assistant Director, School Leadership (2017-2018); as Chief Human Resources Officer (2013 to 2017); as Manager, Personnel Services (2011-2013); as Director, Gates, Performance Management (2010-2011); as Principal, Wilson Middle School (2003-2010); as Assistant Principal, (1996-1998 and 2002-2003); and a Classroom Teacher (1990-1996) for Hillsborough County Schools. Ms. Woodford also served as an Assistant Principal at Madeira Beach Middle School (1998-2002). Ms. Woodford earned a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Florida and an Educational Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University. DATA SOURCE : William P. Corbett, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.12 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of Area Superintendent, Area 4 Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Michael P. Vigue to Area Superintendent, Area 4, effective July 1, 2021. BACKGROUND : The Area Superintendent, Area 4 position is available due to the change in assignment Patricia H. Wright, effective July 1, 2021. RATIONALE : Michael Vigue began his career in Pinellas County Schools in 2006. He currently serves as Principal at Boca Ciega High School (2010 to present). His background also includes serving as an Assistant Principal at Pinellas Park High School (2007-2010) and at Azalea Middle School (2006-2007). Mr. Vigue also served as an Assistant Principal (2002-2006) and a Classroom Teacher (1994-2002) in New Hampshire. Mr. Vigue earned a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics Education at Plymouth State College and a master’s degree in Education Administration from River College. DATA SOURCE : William P. Corbett, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.13 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Administrator on Special Assignment, Equity Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Patricia H. Wright to Administrator on Special Assignment, Equity effective July 1, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The Administrator on Special Assignment, Equity is available due to a change in the staffing model in which a position was created to lead the districtwide framework for advancing social and racial equity. Over the past several years, the district has provided trainings for various staff in order to build their skill sets in the area of equity. The administrator will work in conjunction with all area superintendents, chief transformation officer and the leadership team to develop, monitor and support the implementation of the district’s equity initiatives at the school level. As part of the district strategy to accelerate learning, and in alignment with the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER) purposes, the administrator will oversee the planning and implementation of strategic initiatives to ensure access to programming and resources which address the unique needs of low-income students, students with disabilities, English learners, racial and ethnic minorities, students experiencing homelessness and foster care youth. The administrator will be responsible and accountable for building upon the equity initiatives already in place across the district and deepening the work to support 100% student success. As a critical member of the superintendent’s leadership team, the administrator will also work with all district departments to ensure the lens of equity is incorporated within the District Strategic Plan and is deeply embedded across the district both operationally and instructionally. Through frequent reports to the district leadership team, the administrator will ensure strategies and actions for continuous improvement are based on measures of progress for equity of access and outcomes. RATIONALE : Patricia Wright began her career in Pinellas County Schools in 1987. She currently serves as Area Superintendent, Area 4 (2008 to present). Her background also includes serving as Principal at Northeast High School (2005-2008) and at Southside Fundamental Middle School (2003-2005); as an Assistant Principal at Southside Fundamental Middle School (2001-2003) and at Largo Middle School (1997-2001); as a Classroom Teacher at Sixteenth Street Middle School (1994-1997), at Pinellas Park Middle School (1990-1994) and at Pinellas Park High School (1987-1990). Ms. Wright earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Fayetteville State and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of South Florida. DATA SOURCE : William P. Corbett, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.14 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Principal, Gulfport Elementary School Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Ashlea Zeller to Principal, Gulfport Elementary School, effective July 1, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The Principal, Gulfport Elementary School position is available due to the change in assignment of Wendy S. Bryan, effective July 1, 2021. RATIONALE : Ashlea Zeller began her career in Education in 2004. She currently serves as a Principal at Terwilliger Elementary School (2017 to present) in Alachua County Public Schools. Her background in Alachua County Public Schools also includes serving as an Assistant Principal (2014-2017) and as a Classroom Teacher (2004-2007 and 2013-2014). Ms. Zeller also served as an instructor (2007-2013) at PK Yonge Developmental Research School at the University of Florida. Ms. Zeller earned a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a master’s degree in Special Education and Educational Leadership from the University of Florida. DATA SOURCE : Tracy Webley, Ed.D., Chief Transformation Officer SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.15 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of Administrator, Clearwater Adult Education Center Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Bridget E. O’Donnell to Administrator, Clearwater Adult Education effective July 1, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The Administrator, Clearwater Adult Education Center position is available due to the retirement of James M. Joyer effective June 30, 2021. This position was advertised for two weeks and thirty-five applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed three applicants on May 14, 2021. RATIONALE : Bridget O’Donnell began her career in Pinellas County Schools in 1997. She currently serves as the Coordinator at Clearview Adult Education Center (2014 to present). Her background also includes serving as a Classroom Teacher at Lealman Discovery School (1997-1998), at Seminole Middle School (1999-2000) and at Hollins High School (2002-2008). Ms. O’Donnell has also served as a Paraprofessional (1997-1998) and as a Substitute Teacher (1997 and 2009-2011). Ms. O’Donnell earned her bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Florida State University and a Juris Doctorate from the Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University. DATA SOURCE : William Mark Hunt, Executive Director, Career, Technical and Adult Education SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.16 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of Assistant Administrator, Pinellas Technical College, Clearwater Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Carson H. Bowman, Jr. to Assistant Administrator, Pinellas Technical College, Clearwater effective July 1, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The Assistant Administrator, Pinellas Technical College, Clearwater position is available due to the retirement of Claudius B. Effiom effective May 31, 2021. This position was advertised for one week and fifty-five applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed three applicants on May 26, 2021. RATIONALE : Carson Bowman began his career in Pinellas County Schools in 2015. He currently serves as an Assistant Principal, Morgan Fitzgerald Middle School (2019 to present). His background also includes serving as a Coordinator, Adult Education (2015 to present); and as a Classroom Teacher, Port Charlotte High School, Charlotte County Schools (2012-2015). Mr. Bowman earned his bachelor’s degree in Marketing from the University of South Florida and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of West Florida. DATA SOURCE : William Mark Hunt, Executive Director, Career, Technical and Adult Education SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.17 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Assistant Principal, High Point Elementary School Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Kristy L. Bench to Assistant Principal, High Point Elementary School, effective July 26, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The Assistant Principal, High Point Elementary School position is available due to the resignation of Kristin M. Drainville, effective June 10, 2021. This position was advertised for four days and forty-seven applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed three applicants on May 24, 2021. RATIONALE : Kristy Bench began her career in Pinellas County Schools in 2006. She currently serves as Instructional Staff Developer for Advanced Studies/Academic Excellence (2018 to present). Her background also includes serving as a Classroom Teacher at New Heights Elementary School (2007-2017); and as a Substitute Teacher (2006-2007). Ms. Bench earned a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education at St. Petersburg College and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of South Florida. DATA SOURCE : Tracy Webley, Ed.D., Chief Transformation Officer Annette Mavres, Principal, High Point Elementary School SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.18 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Assistant Principal, Largo High School Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Nathan Lovelette to Assistant Principal, Largo High School, effective June 16, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The Assistant Principal, Largo High School position is available due to the change in assignment of Alec C. Liem, Jr., effective March 24, 2021. This position was advertised for one week and forty-four applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed three applicants on May 25, 2021. RATIONALE : Nathan Lovelette began his career in Education in 2001. He currently serves as an Assistant Principal at Flagler Palm Coast High School (2018 to present). His background also includes serving as an Assistant Principal (2005-2013); as a Principal (2015-2017); and as a Classroom Teacher (2001-2005) in Flagler County Public Schools. Mr. Lovelette earned a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and Specific Learning Disabilities from Flagler College and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University. DATA SOURCE : Christen Gonzalez, Ed.D., Area Superintendent, Area 1 Bradley Finkbiner, Ed.D., Principal, Largo High School SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.19 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Assistant Principal, Palm Harbor Middle School Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Melissa H. Johnson to Assistant Principal, Palm Harbor Middle School, effective July 19, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The Assistant Principal, Palm Harbor Middle School position is available due to the retirement of Donald V. Comeau Jr., effective June 2, 2021. This position was advertised for one week and fifty-seven applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed three applicants on May 25, 2021. RATIONALE : Melissa Johnson began her career in Education in 2003. She currently serves as Classroom Teacher at Meadowlawn Middle School (2020 to present). Her background also includes serving as an Assistant Principal (2007-2020) and as a Classroom Teacher (2005-2008) in Brevard County Public Schools; and as a Classroom Teacher (2003-2005) in Orange County Public Schools. Ms. Johnson earned a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Old Dominion University and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Central Florida. DATA SOURCE : Christen Gonzalez, Ed.D., Area Superintendent, Area 1 Mary Athanson, Principal, Palm Harbor Middle School SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.20 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Assistant Principal, Palm Harbor University High School Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Mason Woodside to Assistant Principal, Palm Harbor University High School, effective July 19, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The Assistant Principal, Palm Harbor University High School position is available due to the retirement of Larry F. Lopez, effective June 30, 2021. This position was advertised for one week and forty-eight applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed three applicants on May 25, 2021. RATIONALE : Mason Woodside began his career in Education in 2010. He currently serves as Principal at New Berlin School District in Illinois (2021 to present). His background also includes serving as an Assistant Principal (2018-2020) and a Classroom Teacher (2016-2018 and 2010-2012) all at New Berlin School District in Illinois; and as a Classroom Teacher (2012-2016) in Hillsborough County Schools. Mr. Woodside earned a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Saint Leo University. DATA SOURCE : Christen Gonzalez, Ed.D., Area Superintendent, Area 1 Teresa Patterson, Principal, Palm Harbor University High School SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.21 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Assistant Principal, Pinellas Park Middle School Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Michael L. Smith to Assistant Principal, Pinellas Park Middle School, effective July 19, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The Assistant Principal, Pinellas Park Middle School position is available due to the change in assignment of Sharon S. Fahey, effective June 10, 2021. This position was advertised for one week and seventeen applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed three applicants on May 25, 2021. RATIONALE : Michael Smith began his career in Pinellas County Schools in 2014. He currently serves as Classroom Teacher at Largo Middle School (2017 to present). His background also includes serving as a Classroom Teacher at Azalea Middle School (2014-2017). Mr. Smith has also served as a Classroom Teacher (2008-2014) at Gardner Grade School in Illinois. Mr. Smith earned a bachelor’s degree in Middle Level Education and master’s degrees in Curriculum and Instruction at Illinois State University and in Educational Leadership from Western Governor’s University. DATA SOURCE : Patricia Wright, Area Superintendent, Area 4 Jason Shedrick, Ed.D., Principal, Pinellas Park Middle School SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.22 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Assistant Principal, Seventy-Fourth Street Elementary School Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Alexandra J. Owens to Assistant Principal, Seventy-Fourth Street Elementary School, effective July 26, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The Assistant Principal, Seventy-Fourth Street Elementary School position is available due to the change in assignment of Kurtis H. Wyne, effective July 26, 2021. This position was advertised for four days and fifty-one applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed three applicants on May 24, 2021. RATIONALE : Alexandra Owens began her career in Pinellas County Schools in 2015. She currently serves as Reading/Literacy Coach at Woodlawn Elementary School (2020 to present). Her background also includes serving as a Classroom Teacher at Gulf Beaches Elementary Magnet School (2017-2020); and as a Curriculum Specialist, Woodlawn Elementary School (2015-2017). Ms. Owens also served as a Math Specialist and Classroom Teacher at Powers Ferry Elementary School in Georgia (2006-2015). Ms. Owens earned a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education at Florida State University and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of South Florida. DATA SOURCE : Dywayne Hinds, Ed.D., Area Superintendent, Area 3 Jessley Hathaway, Principal, Seventy-Fourth Street Elementary School SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.23 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Assistant Principal, Sexton Elementary School Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Tracy Gardner to Assistant Principal, Sexton Elementary School, effective July 26, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The Assistant Principal, Sexton Elementary School position is available due to the change in assignment of Stephanie L. Middleton, effective June 10, 2021. This position was advertised for four days and forty-seven applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed three applicants on May 24, 2021. RATIONALE : Tracy Gardner began her career in education in 2006. She currently serves as an Assistant Principal at Manchester Elementary School, Manchester, MD (2019 to present). Her background also includes serving as an Assistant Principal (2014-2019) and a Classroom Teacher (2006-2014) at Carroll County Public Schools in Maryland. Ms. Gardner earned a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education at York College and a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on Educational Leadership from McDaniel College. DATA SOURCE : Patricia Wright, Area Superintendent, Area 4 Tony Pleshe, Principal, Sexton Elementary School SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.24 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Assistant Principal, Southern Oak Elementary School Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Brandice N. Jessie to Assistant Principal, Southern Oak Elementary School, effective July 26, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The Assistant Principal, Southern Oak Elementary School position is available due to the change in assignment of Angela D. Ohmer, effective July 26, 2021. This position was advertised for four days and fifty-two applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed three applicants on May 24, 2021. RATIONALE : Brandice Jessie began her career in Pinellas County Schools in 1999. She currently serves as a Classroom Teacher at Southern Oak Elementary School (2020 to present). Her background also includes serving as an Instructional Staff Developer at Southern Oak Elementary School (2016-2020); and as a Classroom Teacher at Southern Oak Elementary School (2002-2016) and Lakewood Elementary School (1999-2002). Ms. Jessie earned a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education at the University of South Florida and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Saint Leo University. DATA SOURCE : Dywayne Hinds, Ed.D., Area Superintendent, Area 3 Susan Taylor, Ed.D., Principal, Southern Oak Elementary School SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.25 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Assistant Principal, Tarpon Springs High School Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Erin R. Zitka to Assistant Principal, Tarpon Springs High School, effective July 19, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The Assistant Principal, Tarpon Springs High School position is available due to the retirement of Scott E. Decatur, effective June 11, 2021. This position was advertised for one week and forty-seven applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed two applicants on May 25, 2021. RATIONALE : Erin Zitka began her career in Education in 2005. She served as an Assistant Principal at Academies of Creative Education in Georgia (2018-2020). Her background also includes serving as a Secondary Math Specialist (2015-2018); an i3 Math Content Specialist (2010-2015); and as a Classroom Teacher (2005-2010) all at Forsyth County Schools in Georgia. Ms. Zitka earned a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics Education from the University of Georgia and master’s degrees in Mathematics Education from North Georgia College and State University and in Educational Leadership from Kennesaw State University. DATA SOURCE : Christen Gonzalez, Ed.D., Area Superintendent, Area 1 Leza Fatolitis, Principal, Tarpon Springs High School SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.26 Request Approval of the Appointment of the 9-12 Language Arts Specialist Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule. Recommended Action Approve the appointment of Britt E. Moseley to 9-12 Language Arts Specialist, effective July 1, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The 9-12 Language Arts Specialist position is available due to the resignation of Jennifer R. Duda, effective June 30, 2021. This position was advertised for five days and eight applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed two applicants on May 21, 2021. RATIONALE : Britt Moseley began her career in Pinellas County Schools in 2008. She currently serves as an Instructional Staff Developer in Advanced Studies/Academic Excellence (2019 to present). Her background also includes serving as an Instructional Staff Developer for High School Language Arts and Reading (2018); as a Teacher on Special Assignment for Academic Computing (2017-2018); as a Reading/Literacy Coach at Northeast High School (2015-2017); and as a Classroom Teacher at Seminole High School (2008-2015). Ms. Moseley earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Clearwater Christian College. DATA SOURCE : Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services Rita Vasquez, Ed.D., Executive Director, High School Education SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.27 Request Approval of the Appointment of the 9-12 Mathematics Specialist Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule. Recommended Action Approve the appointment of Tara M. Fowler to 9-12 Mathematics Specialist, effective July 1, 2021. Goals BACKGROUND : The 9-12 Math Specialist position is available due to the resignation of Donna L. Maley, effective November 16, 2020. This position was advertised for five days and four applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed one applicant on May 21, 2021. RATIONALE : Tara Fowler began her career in Pinellas County Schools in 2001. She currently serves as an Instructional Staff Developer for 9-12 Mathematics (2014 to present). Her background also includes serving as an Instructional Staff Developer at Lakewood High School (2013-2014); as a Classroom Teacher at Lakewood High School (2002-2013) and at Tyrone Middle School (2001-2002). Ms. Fowler earned a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics at Fayetteville State University and a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction Secondary Mathematics from the University of Florida. DATA SOURCE : Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services Rita Vasquez, Ed.D., Executive Director, High School Education SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.28 Request Approval to Create/Revise Job Descriptions Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source There is no financial impact to the district based on these changes. Recommended Action Approve the creation/revised job descriptions. Goals BACKGROUND : Human Resources Services continuously engages in reviewing current employee job descriptions and, as appropriate, proposes new/revised job descriptions, being mindful of best practices to accomplish the district’s mission and goals. These new/revised job descriptions accurately reflect the minimum qualifications and/or better aligns the essential responsibilities with the major function of the positions. This results in a more comprehensively trained staff. The following new/revised job descriptions supports a more effective or efficient operation within various departments: Administrator on Special Assignment (Equity) Executive Director, Assessment, Accountability and Research Director, Strategic Communications Assistant Director, ESSER (Elementary and Secondary Emergency Relief) K-12 Enrichment Specialist Senior Coordinator, Special Projects Instructional Staff Developer Library Media/Technology Specialist Teacher on Special Assignment (School Curriculum/Technology Specialist) Secretary III RATIONALE : The Compensation team in the Human Resources Services division reviews, updates and revises all job classifications. This assures that Pinellas County School Board job descriptions reflect updated titles, major functions, essential responsibilities, qualifications, pay grades, and reporting structures in order to eliminate the duplication of efforts, and define and delineate position roles and responsibilities. DATA SOURCES : William Corbett, Deputy Superintendent Jennifer Dull, Chief Strategy and Impact Officer Lori Matway, Associate Superintendent, Student and Community Services Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments Job Descriptions 6.8.21.pdf (544 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.29 Request Approval to Apply for the Adult Education and Family Literacy Grant, July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022 - $1,129,866 Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Approval of this project will provide supplemental federal funding in the amount of $1,129,866 to assist adults in becoming literate and obtaining knowledge and skills necessary for employment and self-sufficiency. Recommended Action Approve to apply for the Adult Education and Family Literacy Grant, July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, requesting funding in the amount of $1,129,866 and authorize district administration to finalize and implement the grant as written, including processing contracts with vendors listed in the budget section of the agenda item. Goals BACKGROUND : Authorized under the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act, Family Literacy programs provide and support activities that lead to readiness for postsecondary education or training, career advancement, and economic self-sufficiency. Participating students will be empowered with career choices in order to enter or retain employment. Through a comprehensive program of academic instruction and support services, the population of non-high school graduates over 16 years of age, incarcerated and adult offenders, institutionalized adults, adults in the workplace, immigrants, limited English proficient adults, and at-risk youth will be served. Services are provided at three Adult Education Centers (Clearwater, Clearview and Tomlinson), and Pinellas Technical College campuses (St. Petersburg and Clearwater). BUDGET : Personnel (Salaries & Fringe) $ 808,711 Coordinator (3) Occupational Specialist Part-time Instructors (2) Technology Technician Info Systems Microcomputer Specialist User Support Analyst Clerk Specialist Materials & Supplies $ 146,854 Travel & Registrations $ 24,500 Other Purchased Services $ 10,000 READ Pinellas Equipment and Other Capital Costs $ 92,080 Indirect Costs $ 47,721 TOTAL $1,129,866 RATIONALE : ​​If approved, this project will provide educational and literacy services for those in the community who are over 16 years of age, lack basic education or language skills, are not enrolled in a secondary school and do not have a high school diploma or equivalent. DATA SOURCES : William Mark Hunt, Executive Director, Career, Technical and Adult Education Teresa Price, Director, Federal Projects Anne Morgan, Coordinator, Career, Technical and Adult Education SUBMITTED BY : Lori Matway, Associate Superintendent, Student and Community Support Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.30 Request Approval to Apply for the Title, I Part A-Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged Grant, July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022 - $28,192,379 Meeting Jun 8, 2021 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Approval of this project will provide supplemental funding to support school improvement efforts and other required components of Title I schoolwide programs. Recommended Action Approval to apply for the Title, I Part A-Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged Grant, July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022 requesting funding in the amount of $28,192,379 and authorize district administration to finalize and implement the grant as written, including processing contracts with vendors listed by name in the budget section of the agenda item. Goals BACKGROUND : Title I, Part A provides supplemental funding and resources to help children gain a high-quality education and the skills to master the Florida Standards. Title I provides additional resources to schools with economically disadvantaged students. These resources provide additional teachers; professional development; extra time for teaching; parent involvement activities and other activities designed to raise student achievement; preschool transition; teacher participation in making assessment decisions; timely assistance to students not meeting standards; and coordination and integration of resources. An equitable portion of Title I funds will be used to provide instructional support and services at eligible private schools. Approval of the grant includes renewal of contracts with Educational Computing Technologies (ECT) to provide a service technician/expert to install, troubleshoot, repair and replace software purchased using Title I funds and to maintain the customized Title I database system; East Coast Technical Assistance Center (ECTAC) to provide federal and state-level support and technical assistance; Catapult Learning to provide academic support services to eligible private school students; R'Club Childcare, Inc. for Promise Time/Extended Learning programs; 806 Technologies to provide technical and professional development services on the CRATE software platform to house monitoring documents at the school and LEA levels; WestEd to provide professional development services on how to use academic teacher teams (APTT); Rising Sun Publishing to provide college- and career-guidance at the elementary school-level to engage parents and support the Bridging The Gap plan; and Raymond Santa Lucia, Ph.D. to conduct the annual data report of the Title I, Part A program. Budget : Personnel (Salary & Fringe) $ 19,324,083.28 (See Title I-Funded positions list attached) Stipends Contracted Services Additional Duty Materials & Supplies $ 3,440,773.09 Travel & Registrations $ 93,200.00 Equipment and Other Capital Costs $ 415,774.71 Purchased Services $ 3,629,274.92 806 Technologies (CRATE) $ 39,000.00 Catapult Learning $ 2,110,539.00 ECT $ 71,135.92 ECTAC $ 6,600.00 R'Club Childcare Inc. $ 1,358,000.00 Raymond Santa Lucia, Ph.D. $ 25,000.00 Rising Sun Publishing $ 9,000.00 WestEd $ 10,000.00 Transportation $ 75,000.00 Indirect Costs $ 1,214,273.00 TOTAL $ 28,192,379.00 RATIONALE : If approved, this project will benefit students, families and staff at participating Title I schools by providing support for daily classroom instruction, extended learning, professional learning for tea