Title and Board Action Requested
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Approval of the Adoption and Purchase of English Language Arts (ELA) Instructional Materials from the Florida School Book Depository and Multiple Vendors and Issuance of Purchase Orders on an as Needed Basis for an Estimated Amount of $4,500,000.00
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Executive Summary
The Director of Elementary Programs, on behalf of the Superintendent of Schools, hereby requests the Board to approve the adoption and purchase of ELA instructional materials per the Department of Education adoption cycle. A review team consisting of instructional personnel from all schools and district support staff collaborated in the selection of the materials. Florida Statute 1006.28 requires districts to select and provide instructional materials aligned to the Florida Standards for all students. The 2025-2026 ELA adoption is aligned to the new B.E.S.T. standards as required by the Florida State Department of Education.
My Contact
Tiffany Howard
Director of Elementary Programs
352-797-7000 ext. 433
howard_t@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.