Title and Board Action Requested
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Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding Between Tampa General Hospital Hernando, LLC and Hernando County School District for the Health Sciences Academies Partnership.
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Executive Summary
The Supervisor of College and Career Programs, on behalf of the Superintendent of Schools, respectfully requests approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hernando County School Board and Tampa General Hospital Hernando, LLC (TGHH) to support the Health Sciences Academies (HSA) program. This three-year agreement, effective August 15, 2025, through July 15, 2028, establishes TGHH as the School Board’s primary partner in student healthcare education and wellness initiatives.
TGHH will provide $150,000 in direct financial support over the term of the agreement, disbursed in annual payments and managed through the Hernando County Education Foundation. These funds will support student scholarships, district events, and program expansion. Additionally, TGHH will contribute at least $150,000 in in-kind services, including branded scrubs, guest speakers, clinical shadowing, externships, and job preparation workshops.
The partnership is designed to expand healthcare career pathways for students, promote workforce development, and provide exposure to advanced healthcare technologies and practices. Quarterly implementation reviews and an annual program evaluation will ensure effective collaboration and continuous improvement.
This partnership marks a significant step toward aligning education with local healthcare workforce needs and strengthening community collaboration.
My Contact
Beth Lastra
Supervisor of College and Career Programs
352-797-7000 ext. 70474
lastra_b@hcsb.k12.fl.us
2023-28 Strategic Focus Area
Priority 4: Community Connection
Financial Impact
See attached budget sheet.
If expenditure is not currently budgeted, this will serve as the budget amendment when Board approved. If the agenda item includes the purchase of goods or services, the funds requested are an anticipated amount and may fluctuate depending on such factors as current market conditions, product availability, additional funding sources, and the needs of the District. Should the actual cost exceed the anticipated amount, the Board approves the additional cost, after review by the superintendent, but not in excess of the funds available in the site’s approved annual budget.