Title and Board Action Requested
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Approve Out-of-State Travel for Tina Vieira to Attend EdCon 2026 in Reno, Nevada from June 16 - 18, 2026
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Executive Summary
The Supervisor of College and Career Programs, on behalf of the Superintendent of Schools, hereby requests the Board to approve out-of-state travel for Tina Vieira to attend EdCon 2026 in Reno, Nevada from June 16 - 18, 2026, hosted by CYBER.ORG. This instructional professional development conference provides training and resources focused on cybersecurity education, emerging technologies, instructional best practices, and workforce-aligned learning opportunities designed to strengthen K-12 computer science and cybersecurity programs. Participation in this conference will support the continued growth and enhancement of the district’s cybersecurity pathway opportunities and provide valuable industry connections and instructional strategies to increase student engagement and achievement. The costs for this training opportunity will not exceed $1,700.00.
This instructional professional development opportunity is paid for through supplemental add-on funds earned by the program. These funds are restricted for use only by the program that generated them and may be used for allowable expenses such as instructional professional development opportunities. No general funds are used for this agenda item.
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 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.