Title and Board Action Requested
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Approval to Purchase Equipment and Curriculum from Realityworks, Inc. for Career and Technical Education Programs and Authorize Purchase Orders in an Estimated Amount of $300,000.00
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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 to purchase up to $300,000.00 in equipment and approved curriculum from Realityworks, Inc. to support Hernando County School District’s Agriculture, Culinary, Energy, HVAC, Teaching, Veterinary, and Welding programs.
Realityworks, Inc. offers industry-relevant, hands-on learning tools and curriculum that align with workforce needs and enhance student engagement. These resources will be selected based on program priorities and designed to expand training opportunities, strengthen technical skills, and improve career readiness across multiple Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways.
Funding for these purchases will be provided exclusively through competitive grants or revenue generated by each program. No General Fund dollars will be used for this initiative.
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.