Title and Board Action Requested
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Approve the renewal of the contract with TPG Cultural Exchange Program, LLC for instructional personnel for the 2025-2026 school year and authorize the invoice payment of $742,500.00
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Executive Summary
The Director of Human Resources, on behalf of the Superintendent of Schools, hereby requests the Board approve the renewal of the contract with TPG Cultural Exchange Program, LLC for instructional personnel for the 2025-2026 school year and authorize the invoice payment of $742,500.00.
TPG Cultural Exchange is an approved J-1 Visa sponsor by the U.S. Department of State, offering opportunities for international teachers to work in the United States for a minimum of three years, with the option to extend up to five years. The program connects schools across the country with highly qualified educators from around the world in subjects such as Math, Science, Special Education, Foreign Language, Elementary Education, English, ESOL, and Social Studies. Its mission is to ensure that every teacher is fully prepared to form meaningful and lasting connections with their students from day one. Teachers receive professional development and ongoing support both prior to their arrival in the U.S. and throughout their stay.
This contract was originally approved on April 26, 2022.
My Contact
Alexis Brown
Director of Human Resources
919 N Broad St
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7070 ext. 70445
Brown_a1@hcsb.k12.fl.us
2023-28 Strategic Focus Area
Priority 2: Talent Management
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 amoun...
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