Title and Board Action Requested
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Approve out of state travel for Eastside Elementary School staff to attend the Ron Clark Academy Professional Development Experience in Atlanta, GA on June 6, 2024-June 8, 2024.
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Executive Summary
The Principal of Eastside Elementary School, on behalf of the Superintendent of Schools, hereby requests the Board approve out of state travel for Eastside Elementary School staff to attend the Ron Clark Academy Professional Development Experience in Atlanta, GA on June 6, 2024-June 8, 2024.
The Ron Clark Academy is a distinguished institution that welcomes visitors from around the world. Their innovative and dynamic approach to learning has led to significant academic and behavioral transformation. The staff at Ron Clark Academy is committed to an outside-the-box approach to learning, which involves classroom observations, research-based teaching methods, and targeted professional development to increase student engagement, ensure academic rigor, and create a positive climate and culture that leads to success.
The RCA House System is an exciting way to create a positive school climate. Schools worldwide have implemented this system, which celebrates students' efforts, builds character, empowers academic excellence, fosters school spirit, enhances relationships, and promotes a culture of belonging for all. Eastside Elementary is willing to accept the Ron Clark Academy House Pledge and will work hard to instill each character trait in our way of life. At EES, we embrace Loyalty, Empathy, Accountability, and Determination.
We look forward to learning alongside dedicated professional educators to build a solid foundation of belonging within our community and foster a culture of academic excellence. We believe that this experience will enable our instructional staff members to enhance their skills and knowledge, which will ultimately benefit our students.
Therefore, I request your approval for out-of-state travel to The Ron Clark Academy Professional Development Experience. We look forward to sharing our experience with you.
My Contact
Mike Lastra
Principal of Eastside Elementary School
352-797-7045
2023-28 Strategic Focus Area
Priority 1: Student Success
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.