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STA/STPA/STSC GOVERNING BOARD/SAC

MEMBER PACKET REGULAR MEETING

February 13, 2020

SouthTech Charter Academy, Inc. SouthTech Preparatory Academy, Inc.

SouthTech Success Center, Inc.

Vacant - Superintendent Eileen Turenne, STA High School Principal

Nicole Handy, STPA Middle School Principal

SOUTHTECH CHARTER ACADEMY, INC. SOUTHTECH PREPARATORY ACADEMY, INC.

SOUTHTECH SUCCESS CENTER, INC. STA/STPA/STSC Governing Board Regular Meeting Agenda

February 13, 2020 ___________________________________________________________________________

1. Call to Order

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Roll Call: Board Secretary – Confirm Quorum Present Roger Dunson Ayesha Edmond Russell Feldman Dan Heller Diane Heinz Robert Kesten Carl McKoy Suzanne Nicolini James Notter

4. Open Meeting Act Statement: Chairperson asks if public notice has been made.

5. Public Presentation: None.

6. Approval of the Minutes for the STA/STPA/STSC Regular Governing Board/SAC

Board Meeting January 16, 2020. Introduced by:_______________Seconded by:________________

All in favor: ________________ Opposed: ___________________

7. Treasurer’s/Financial Report for STA/STPA/STSC: Current monthly Bank Reconciliation and Disbursement Report

8. Reports a. Board Chair (Superintendent Vacancy) b. Principal – SouthTech Academy c. Principal – SouthTech Preparatory Academy d. SouthTech Success Center e. STA Adult Ed f. Committees

o SouthTech Preparatory Site Committee – Dan Heller, Committee Chair

o SouthTech Academy Transition Committee – Steven Kozak, Committee Chair

g. Business & Community Liaison Officer

9. Public Comments on Agenda Items – Five (5) Minutes Maximum Each Person SouthTech Academy SouthTech Preparatory Academy

10. Introduction of Consent Agenda for SOUTHTECH ACADEMY – Board Chair (Superintendent Vacancy)

Old Business None.

Administrative Items A-1 I recommend that the Board approve the FY21 SouthTech Curriculum and Instruction

(C&I) related calendar dates, as required by the District for data system modifications and approve the corresponding FY21 SouthTech School calendar.

A-2 I recommend that the Board approve adding Ms. Handy and Ms. Nicolini as signers on all bank accounts.

A-3 I recommend that the Board approve the SouthTech Schools Grades 9-12 Student Progression Plan 2019-2020.

A-4 I recommend that the Board approve the donations for the period from January 16, 2020 to February 13, 2020.

Personnel Items B-1 I recommend that the Board approve the Job Description for the Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer. B-2 I recommend that the Board approve the revised Organizational Chart effective July 1, 2020.

Financial Items C-1 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the monthly Charter school

bank account reconciliation for month ending December 31, 2019 as required by the Sponsor.

C-2 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the Charter school monthly Disbursement Report for month ending December 31, 2019 as required by the

Sponsor. C-3 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the monthly financial statements for

month ending December 31, 2019 as required by the Sponsor. C-4 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the Internal Revenue Service Form 990 for SouthTech Academy and that Dan Heller, Board Treasurer, sign the Internal Revenue Service Form 8879 for SouthTech Academy. C-5 I recommend the Board approve the Law Enforcement Service Agreement with School Police for continuation of services for FY20-21. C-6 I recommend that the Board approve the Food Services Agreement for FY21 with the Sponsor and authorize the Board Chair to sign all related documents.

C-7 I recommend that the Board approve a contract with Good Greek Moving and Storage to relocate the School to its new location at 6161 Woolbright Road.

Emergency Items None.

11. Poll Board for Items to be Pulled for Comment or Questions

12. Approval of SouthTech Academy Consent Agenda Except for Items Pulled

Introduced by_____________________Seconded by_____________________ All in favor______________________ Opposed______________________

13. Approval of Each Pulled Item (Item-by Item) – Introduction by Board Chair

(Superintendent Vacancy)

14. Public Comments on non-Agenda Items – Five (5) Minutes Maximum Each Person

15. Introduction of Consent Agenda for SOUTHTECH PREPARATORY ACADEMY- Board Chair (Superintendent Vacancy):

Old Business None. Administrative Items

PA-1 I recommend that the Board approve the FY21 SouthTech Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) related calendar dates, as required by the District for data system modifications and approve the corresponding FY21 SouthTech School calendar.

PA-2 I recommend that the Board approve adding Ms. Handy and Ms. Nicolini as signers on all bank accounts

Personnel Items PB-1 I recommend that the Board approve the Job Description for the Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer. PB-2 I recommend that the Board approve the revised Organizational Chart effective July 1, 2020.

Financial Items PC-1 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the monthly Charter school


PC-2 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the Charter school monthly Disbursement Report for month ending December 31, 2019 as required by the Sponsor.

PC-3 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the monthly financial statements f or month ending December 31, 2019 as required by the Sponsor. PC-4 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the Internal Revenue Service Form 990 for SouthTech Preparatory Academy and that Dan Heller, Board Treasurer, sign the Internal Revenue Service Form 8879 for SouthTech Academy. PC-5 I recommend that the Board approve the agreement between SouthTech Preparatory Academy, Inc. and the Boynton Beach Police Department for off duty Police Officer Special Detail for SY2020-21. PC-6 The South Tech Preparatory Academy Site Purchase Committee (Committee) seeks Board approval and authorization to:

1) Submit the attached letter of intent (LOI) for the purposes of purchasing the property known as 1275 - 1325 Gateway Blvd, Boynton Beach, FL, 33426 (Property) and in the event that further negotiations are required the Committee seeks board approval to do such without again seeking Board approval of final product.

2) Upon the receipt of an executed LOI, to negotiate and enter into a contract to purchase said Property subject to the terms and conditions of the LOI.

3) Utilize funds to perform the necessary due diligence of the Property including inspections of all the facilities.

PC-7 The South Tech Preparatory Academy Site Purchase Committee (Committee)

seeks Board approval and authorization to renew if necessary South Tech Preparatory Academy’s (STP) lease under the lease’s first renewal option. Emergency Items

None. 16. Poll Board for Items to be Pulled for Comment or Questions

17. Approval of SouthTech Preparatory Academy Consent Agenda Except for Items Pulled: Introduced by_____________________ Seconded by_____________________

All in favor______________________ Opposed______________________ 18. Approval of Each Pulled Item (Item-by Item) – Introduction by Board Chair


19. Public Comments on non-Agenda Items – Five (5) Minutes Maximum Each Person

20. Introduction of Consent Agenda for SOUTHTECH SUCCESS CENTER GOVERNING BOARD – Board Chair (Superintendent Vacancy): Old Business None. Administrative Items SCA-1 I recommend that the Board approve the FY21 SouthTech Curriculum and Instruction


SCA-2 I recommend that the Board approve adding Ms. Handy and Ms. Nicolini as signers on all bank accounts.

SCA-3 I recommend that the Board approve the SouthTech Schools Grades 9-12 Student Progression Plan 2019-2020.

Personnel Items SCB-1 I recommend that the Board approve the Job Description for the Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer. SCB-2 I recommend that the Board approve the revised Organizational Chart effective July 1, 2020.

Financial Items SCC-1 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the monthly Charter school


SCC-2 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the Charter school monthly Disbursement Report for month ending December 31, 2019 as required by the Sponsor.

SCC-3 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the monthly financial statements for month ending December 31, 2019 as required by the Sponsor. Emergency Items None.

21. Poll Board for Items to be Pulled for Comment or Questions N/A

22. Approval of SouthTech Success Center Consent Agenda Except for Items Pulled Introduced by_____________________Seconded by_____________________ All in favor______________________ Opposed______________________

23. Approval of Each Pulled Item (Item-by Item) – Introduction by Board Chair


24. Public Comments on non-agenda items: 25. GOVERNING BOARD IN THE CAPACITY OF SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL (SAC)

South Tech Academy AND SouthTech Success Center: School Improvement Steering Committee (SISC) Report – Suzanne Nicolini, Chairperson Introduction of the SouthTech Academy SAC Consent Agenda – Suzanne Nicolini, Chairperson

26. Poll SAC for Items to be Pulled from the SouthTech Academy SAC Consent Agenda for

Comment or Questions

27. Approval of SouthTech Academy SAC Consent Agenda Except for Items Pulled: Introduced by:_____________________Seconded by:_____________________ All in favor: ______________________ Opposed: ______________________

28. Approval of Each Pulled Item (Item-by Item) – Introduction by Suzanne Nicolini, Chairperson

29. Introduction of the SouthTech Success Center SAC Consent Agenda – Suzanne Nicolini, Chairperson:

30. Poll SAC for Items to be Pulled from the STSC SAC Consent Agenda for Comment or

Questions: 31. Approval of STSC SAC Consent Agenda Except for Items Pulled: Introduced by:_____________________Seconded by:_____________________ All in favor: ______________________ Opposed: ______________________ 32. Approval of Each Pulled Item (Item-by Item) – Introduction by Suzanne Nicolini, Chairperson 33. South Tech Preparatory Academy:

School Improvement Steering Committee (SISC) Report – Ayesha Edmond, Chairperson

Introduction of the SouthTech Preparatory Academy SAC Consent Agenda – Ayesha Edmond, Chairperson:

34. Poll SAC for Items to be Pulled from the STPA SAC Consent Agenda for Comment or

Questions:

35. Approval of STPA SAC Consent Agenda Except for Items Pulled: Introduced by:_____________________Seconded by:_____________________ All in favor: ______________________ Opposed: ______________________

36. Approval of Each Pulled Item (Item-by Item) – Introduction by Ayesha Edmond, Chairperson

37. Board Comments

38. Motion to Adjourn Introduced by: ______________________ All in favor:________________________Opposed:________________________ Time________________

SOUTHTECH CHARTER ACADEMY, INC.

SOUTHTECH PREPARATORY ACADEMY, INC. SOUTHTECH SUCCESS CENTER, INC.

STA/STPA/STSC Governing Board Regular Meeting Agenda January 16, 2020

___________________________________________________________________________ 1. Call to Order by James Notter at 7:10pm. 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call by Ayesha Edmond, Board Secretary

Present: Roger Dunson, Ayesha Edmond, Russell Feldman, Dan Heller, Diane Heinz, Suzanne Nicolini and James Notter

Absent: Robert Kesten and Carl McKoy Quorum

4. Open Meeting Act Statement: The meeting has been properly noticed. 5. Public Presentation: None. 6. Approval of the Minutes for the STA/STPA/STSC Regular Governing Board/SAC

Board Meeting December 12, 2019. Motion: Suzanne Nicolini Second: Russell Feldman All in favor. Motion carries

7. Treasurer’s/Financial Report for STA/STPA/STSC – Dan Heller: The STA/STPA/STSC Finance Committee met prior to the Board meeting and recommends that the Board approve STA Items C-1 through C-3 as well as E-1 which will be presented at tonight’s meeting; STPA Items PC-1 through PC-5 as well as PE-1 which will be presented at tonight’s meeting; and STSC Items SCC-1 through SCC-3

8. Reports a. Board Chair (Superintendent Vacancy) – James Notter

o Prior to reading the agenda the Board must first vote to add the two Emergency Items, E-1 and PE-1, to the Consent Agenda

1. E-1 and PE-1 Emergency Items o Motion: I recommend that the Board approve the Corrective

Action Plans in response to the FY19 Financial Annual Review by the District.

o Summary Information: The Corrective Actions Plan and approved minutes are due to be uploaded in Charter Tools by February 14th. This would mean that the Corrective Actions Plans must be approved by the Board tonight so that the minutes can be approved at the February 13th Board Meeting.

o Presented by: Dan Heller o Financial Impact: N/A

2. Vote to add the Emergency Items to the Agenda Motion: Diane Heinz Second: Suzanne Nicolini All in favor of adding this to the Agenda. Motion carries

o Leadership Team 1. Weekly leadership team meetings (James Notter, Eileen Turenne,

Nicole Handy, Kathryn McInerney and Jennifer Melillo)

2. Timeline for the hiring process: a. Mr. Notter will continue to fill the void through June,

possibly even July b. Only going to fill one position. The title of the new position

is still to be determined, and will be brought to the board along with the job description once ready

c. Advertising for the position – March/April d. Interviews – April/May e. Hiring – June/July

o STA Charter Negotiations 1. Negotiating Team: James Notter, Eileen Turenne, Erin Kurtz and

attorney Shawn Arnold 2. Current Charter expired August 2019 and STA has been filing

extensions since. Will continue to operate under current charter until the negotiations are completed.

3. First round of negotiations took place on January 8th with a conference call between the negotiating team and representatives from Palm Beach County School District.

4. There are still several items that need to be negotiated with the biggest of these being access to student data prior to enrollment and control of SouthTech Adult Education (which the District stated they will be taking back August 1st).

5. Shawn Arnold will send the District the language to use for our new Charter agreement on Wednesday and will set up the next negotiation meeting.

o Budget Process underway 1. Scrutinizing everything for next year’s budget; new building

means budget office will have to do look at various models to get the closest projection of what costs will actually be and how best to budget

2. Will present first iteration to the board in March or April b. Principal of SouthTech Academy/SouthTech Success Center – Eileen

Turenne o Continuous School Improvement: 97.9% Graduation Rate for

STA’s Class of 2019 1. Winter EOC Passing Rates:

Biology US History STA 90% (down from 97.5) 74% (up from 65%) District 59% 58% State 51% 57%

2. Noteworthy: US History Winter EOC’s went from 65% in 2018 to 74% in

2019. Ms. Shamdasani had a 99% passing rate for her students.

o Program Expansion: 1. Current Enrollment

a. STA = 1100 b. STSC = 94

Applications for Fall of 2020 = 181 Up from 95 the same time last year

o Facilities Improvement/Growth: 1. Transition Team Meeting was held on 1/9/20 Point Person - Steven Kozak

2. NAHUC (National Association of Health Unit Coordinators) Featuring STA students and our successful program in a future

issue of NAHUC's quarterly Newsletter 3. NASA Guest Speaker Gary Dahlke Speaking to Astronomy Students about NASA Career

Opportunities on 2/7/20 at 12:15 and will be a guest speaker at next year’s SouthTech Summit which will be held on 11/12/2020

o Government Relations: 1. CTE Academy of the Year Nominee = STA’s Automotive

Technology Academy for their epic partnerships within the community

2. Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce Redesigning the function of the Education Committee SouthTech will be represented by Steven Kozak.

c. Principal of SouthTech Preparatory Academy – Nicole Handy o Continuous School Improvement

1. Dr. Beattie has implemented the Literacy strategies of the month and it is being successfully carried out in all classrooms

2. In the middle of diagnostic testing so will have a report for the Board at next month’s meeting, but the scores that have been received thus far have been at or above district level

3. STP beginning their visits of STA on February 4, 2020 prior to course selection

o Program Expansion 1. Purchase of the current facility will be discussed at a later time 2. Wise Tribe partnership

a. Non-profit agency based in Delray Beach b. Purpose: to create a systemic school to community

approach to sustainability using agritech 3. Partnering with STA DigiFilm Academy to create the first

promotional video for STP o Facilities Improvement/Growth

1. Garden groundbreaking ceremony next Friday, January 24, 2020 at 2:15pm

2. Will be applying for the Green school status this summer o Government Relations

1. Career Week 3/2/20-3/6/20 a. Currently looking to recruit people to speak to the students

d. Business & Community Liaison Officer – Steven Kozak o Presentation of the Construction Progress at the new Campus o February 28th – Teacher Work Day

1. All faculty and staff as well as board members are welcome to take a guided tour of the new facilities at 6161 Woolbright Road.

o Update on the move 1. Received bids from 4 moving companies, 1 has since removed

their bid. 2. So far still well within $220,000 budget from the District 3. Move will begin late March, early April with anything not being

used second semester 4. Expanding parking towards building 6

e. STA Adult Education Director – Eric Messmer o Registration for Upcoming Term

1. Completing registration tonight 2. 120 enrolled in community education (workforce training) with a

number of people still to enroll, so that number is quite strong 3. GED and ESOL enrollment also up, even though other sites are

reporting low enrollment o Data Processing

1. One of only three sites in the district with no data errors for the Fall 2019 term

f. Committees o SouthTech Preparatory Site Committee – Dan Heller, Committee

Chair 1. Meetings held on 12/19/19 and 1/9/20 2. STP lease runs through July 30, 2020 3. Need to decide whether to temporarily extend the lease and look

for other property, renew the current lease, or purchase the current property which also includes Quantum High facility

a. Committee members took a tour of the Quantum High facility

b. Would be a tenant of SouthTech if decide to purchase 4. Researching short term finance options through Building Hope

(would be about 10 million to purchase) a. Will need a building conditions report if considering the

purchase of the property 5. Need to give the landlord a letter of intent (LOI). This is the reason

for item PA-2 on tonight’s board agenda. 9. Public Comments on Agenda Items – None. 10. Introduction of Consent Agenda for SOUTHTECH ACADEMY – James Notter, Board

Chair Old Business

None. Administrative Items

A-1 I recommend that the Board approve the SouthTech Schools and SouthTech Charter Academy 2019-2020 calendar revisions.

A-2 I recommend that the Board approve the donations for the period from December 12, 2019 to January 16, 2020.

A-3 I recommend that the Board approve the Memorandum of Understanding between Boca Helping Hands and SouthTech Academy dated September 12, 2019. A-4 I recommend that the Board approve the Board Chair be authorized:

1. To continue with the language from the previous contract(s), where needed, in our negotiation of SouthTech Academy, Inc., Conversion Charter Contract. This contract is currently in the negotiation process with the District.

2. To authorize mediation with the District and if necessary, filing of a Department of Administrative Hearings (DOAH) case over a contract dispute(s).

Personnel Items B-1 I recommend that the Board approve the Personnel Actions for the previous month.


bank account reconciliation for month ending November 30, 2019 as required by the Sponsor.

C-2 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the Charter school monthly Disbursement Report for month ending November 30, 2019 as required by the


month ending November 30, 2019 as required by the Sponsor. Emergency Items

E-1 I recommend that the Board approve the Corrective Action Plans in response to the FY19 Financial Annual Review by the District.

11. Poll Board for Items to be Pulled for Comment or Questions – None. 12. Approval of SouthTech Academy Consent Agenda Except for Items Pulled

Motion: Russell Feldman Second: Suzanne Nicolini All in favor. Motion carries

13. Approval of Each Pulled Item (Item-by Item) – N/A 14. Public Comments on non-Agenda Items – None.

15. Introduction of Consent Agenda for SOUTHTECH PREPARATORY ACADEMY – James Notter, Board Chair

Old Business None. Administrative Items

PA-1 I recommend that the Board approve the SouthTech Schools and SouthTech Preparatory Academy 2019-2020 calendar revisions.

PA-2 The South Tech Preparatory Academy Site Purchase Committee recommends that the Board approve letter of intent to 1325 Gateway LLC, Landlord, for the property known as 1275 - 1325 Gateway Blvd, Boynton Beach, FL, 33426, for the purposes of purchasing or extending its current lease.

Personnel Items PB-1 I recommend that the Board approve the Personnel Actions for the previous

month. Financial Items PC-1 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the monthly Charter school


PC-2 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the Charter school monthly Disbursement Report for month ending November 30, 2019 as required by the Sponsor.

PC-3 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the monthly financial statements f or month ending November 30, 2019 as required by the Sponsor. PC-4 I recommend that the Board approve the nightly cleaning agreement with M&T Cleaning Solutions.

PC-5 I recommend that the Board approve the STPA SY20 Amended Budget as of January 16, 2020.

Emergency Items PE-1 I recommend that the Board approve the Corrective Action Plans in response to

the FY19 Financial Annual Review by the District. 16. Poll Board for Items to be Pulled for Comment or Questions

a. Ayesha Edmond pulled Item PA-2 17. Approval of SouthTech Preparatory Academy Consent Agenda Except for Items Pulled

Motion: Russell Feldman Second: Suzanne Nicolini All in favor. Motion carries

18. Approval of Each Pulled Item (Item-by Item) a. Item PA-2

i. Wanted to know committee members…Dan Heller, Diane Heinz, Robert Kesten, Suzanne Nicolini and James Notter

ii. Wanted to know how they came up with the $10 million figure…Building Hope used their connections to get it to that figure, but it is not in writing and therefore not guaranteed

iii. Explanation of Letter of Intent – A tool used for negotiations that details the specifics of what would go into the contract but it is not legally binding

Motion: Ayesha Edmond Second: Russell Feldman All in favor. Motion carries

19. Public Comments on non-Agenda Items – None. 20. Introduction of Consent Agenda for SOUTHTECH SUCCESS CENTER

GOVERNING BOARD – James Notter, Board Chair Old Business None. Administrative Items

SCA-1 I recommend that the Board approve the SouthTech Schools and SouthTech Success Center 2019-2020 calendar revisions.

Personnel Items SCB-1 I recommend that the Board approve the Personnel Actions for the previous

month. Financial Items SCC-1 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the monthly Charter school


SCC-2 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the Charter school monthly Disbursement Report for month ending November 30, 2019 as required by the Sponsor.

SCC-3 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the monthly financial statements for month ending November 30, 2019 as required by the Sponsor.

Emergency Items None. 21. Poll Board for Items to be Pulled for Comment or Questions – None.

22. Approval of SouthTech Success Center Consent Agenda Except for Items Pulled Motion: Suzanne Nicolini Second: Russell Feldman All in favor. Motion carries

23. Approval of Each Pulled Item (Item-by Item) – N/A 24. Public Comments on non-agenda items – None.

25. GOVERNING BOARD IN THE CAPACITY OF SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL (SAC)

South Tech Academy AND SouthTech Success Center: School Improvement Steering Committee (SISC) Report – Suzanne Nicolini

o Testing preparations o Graduation scheduled for May 27, 2020 at 5:00pm o Upcoming Parent Night at STA/STSC January 28, 2020 o PTSO looking to start new fundraising activities – had great success with

the Penny Wars fundraiser and want to build off that o Teacher/Staff Appreciation week

o Looking for ideas and volunteers o Joshua Wigelsworth will be the contact person

Introduction of the SouthTech Academy SAC Consent Agenda – None. 26. Poll SAC for Items to be Pulled from the STA SAC Consent Agenda for Comment or

Questions – N/A 27. Approval of STA SAC Consent Agenda Except for Items Pulled – N/A

28. Approval of Each Pulled Item (Item-by Item) – N/A 29. Introduction of the SouthTech Success Center SAC Consent Agenda – None. 30. Poll SAC for Items to be Pulled from the STSC SAC Consent Agenda for Comment or

Questions – N/A 31. Approval of STSC SAC Consent Agenda Except for Items Pulled – N/A 32. Approval of Each Pulled Item (Item-by Item) – N/A 33. South Tech Preparatory Academy:

School Improvement Steering Committee (SISC) Report – Ayesha Edmond, Chairperson

a. Nothing to report at this time. The meeting will be held next week on January 22, 2020 at 5:30pm

Introduction of the SouthTech Preparatory Academy SAC Consent Agenda – None.

34. Poll SAC for Items to be Pulled from the STPA SAC Consent Agenda for Comment or Questions – N/A 35. Approval of STPA SAC Consent Agenda Except for Items Pulled – N/A

36. Approval of Each Pulled Item (Item-by Item) – N/A 37. Board Comments: All Board members stated their appreciation for the hard work of the

faculty and staff and feel that the schools are headed in a positive direction. Board members also thanked Mr. Notter for his dedication to SouthTech Schools, and Mr. Kozak for all the work he has put into ensuring that the transition to the new campus a smooth one.

38. Motion to Adjourn Motion: Suzanne Nicolini All in favor. Motion carries Time: 8:42pm

Minutes Prepared by: ______________________________ Approved by: ______________________________ Lisa DeVine James F. Notter Date: _________________________ Date: _________________________

SOUTHTECH CHARTER ACADEMY, INC. CONSENT AGENDA

February 13, 2020 Old Business

None. Administrative Items A-1 I recommend that the Board approve the FY21 SouthTech Curriculum and Instruction


A-2 I recommend that the Board approve adding Ms. Handy and Ms. Nicolini as signers on all bank accounts.

A-3 I recommend that the Board approve the SouthTech Schools Grades 9-12 Student Progression Plan 2019-2020.

A-4 I recommend that the Board approve the donations for the period from January 16, 2020 to February 13, 2020.

Personnel Items B-1 I recommend that the Board approve the Job Description for the Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer. B-2 I recommend that the Board approve the revised Organizational Chart effective July 1, 2020.



C-2 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the Charter school monthly Disbursement Report for month ending December 31, 2019 as required by the


month ending December 31, 2019 as required by the Sponsor. C-4 I recommend that the Board approve and ratify the Internal Revenue Service Form 990 for SouthTech Academy and that Dan Heller, Board Treasurer, sign the Internal Revenue Service Form 8879 for SouthTech Academy. C-5 I recommend the Board approve the Law Enforcement Service Agreement with School Police for continuation of services for FY20-21. C-6 I recommend that the Board approve the Food Services Agreement for FY21 with the Sponsor and authorize the Board Chair to sign all related documents.

C-7 I recommend that the Board approve a contract with Good Greek Moving and Storage to relocate the School to its new location at 6161 Woolbright Road.

Emergency Items

None.

Governing Board of Directors SouthTech Charter Academy, Inc.

Motion:

I recommend that the Board approve the FY21 SouthTech Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) related calendar dates, as required by the District for data system modifications and approve the corresponding FY21 SouthTech School calendar. Summary Information: This part of the school calendar must be planned well before the end of school so that system programming can be accomplished. The information will be sent to the District in February. The full FY21 calendar will be brought before the Board before year’s end. The FY21 SouthTech Schools calendar is a composite of all important school dates, including student attendance days, report card distribution, employee contract periods, holidays, professional development meetings, emergency makeup, teacher work days, personalized education plan meetings, recruitment open houses, System Administrators meetings, SISC meetings and Governing Board meetings. Attachments: SouthTech C&I Calendar Dates list and FY21 SouthTech Academy Calendar Presented By: James Notter, Board Chair Financial Impact: There is no financial impact associated with this item.

Agenda Item A-1

Board Meeting February 13, 2020

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T 1 2 3 4 24 25 26 27 28 43 44 45 46 4711 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 15 16 17 18 19

5 6 7 8 9 T 29 30 31 32 H H H H H18 19 20 21 22 # 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 22 23 24 25 26

H 10 11 12 13 33 34 35 36 37 1 2 3 4 525 26 27 28 29 29 30 31

14 15 16 17 18 T 6 7

M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F Total Days Quarter 31 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 47

8 9 29 30 31 32 33 Total Days Quarter 45 6 7 8 9 10 11 10 11 12 13 14 15 7 8 9 10 11 48

10 11 12 13 H 34 35 36 37 3812 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 18 19 20 21 22 14 15 16 17 18 Total Days Semester 2

14 15 16 17 18 39 40 41 42 43 9519 20 21 22 23 # 25 24 25 26 27 28 29 21 22 23 24 25

19 20 21 22 23 44 45 46 47 48 Total Schools Days26 27 28 29 30 31 32 31 28 29 30 179

24 25 26 27 28 H

January-21 February-21 March-21

April-21 May-21 June-21

October-20 November-20 December-20

STP FY 20-21 Calendar

July-20 August-20 September-20

84 x 90 / 60 = 126

84 - 3.5 = 80.5

80.5 x 90 / 60 = 120.75

95 x 90 / 60 = 142.5

95 - 3.5 = 91.5

91.5 x 90 / 60 = 137.25

Total Days 179

Full Day Instruction

Half Days During Testing Period

1st Semester

2nd Semester

Calculation to Meet 120 Hours of Instruction Per Credit

Formula ( # Days X Period Minutes / 60 min-hr = # Hrs. of Instruction )

Half Days During Testing Period

Full Day Instruction

SouthTech Academy / SouthTech Success Center 4x4 Calendar Dates FY 20-21 Pending Board Approval

© Marilyn Ruiz

Beginning – Ending dates for SouthTech Academy & SouthTech Success Center 4x4 calendar dates for the 2020-2021 School Year. Screen Title Begin Date End Date Grade Posting Begin Grade Posting Ends Time Number of Dates

Full Year 08/10/2020 05/28/2021 179

Semester 1 08/10/2020 12/18/2020 84

Quarter 1 08/10/2020 10/09/2020 42 Blocked Q1 08/12/2020 09/09/2020 09/04/2020 09/11/2020 17:00 21 Blocked Q2 09/10/2020 10/09/2020 10/06/2020 10/13/2020 17:00 21


Semester 2 01/05/2021 05/28/2021 95


Quarter 4 03/23/2021 05/28/2021 48 Blocked Q7 03/23/2021 04/23/2021 04/21/2021 04/27/2021 17:00 23 Blocked Q8 05/26/2021 05/28/2021 05/25/2021 06/01/2021 17:00 25 Blocked Q8 Grade 12~ Posting Begins 05/04/2021

REPORT CARD DISTRIBUTION DATES

Blocked Q1 09/16/2020 Blocked Q5 02/12/2021 Blocked Q2 10/20/2020 Blocked Q6 03/26/2021 Blocked Q3 11/20/2020 Blocked Q7 05/07/2021 Blocked Q4 After EOC scores arrive Blocked Q8 Mailed after June 10, 2021

OCTOBER 2020 MON TUE WED THU FRI

1 2

5

6

7 Midterm Exams P1-P2 Students Early Dismissal DHM / SISC

8 Midterm Exams P3-P4 Students Early Dismissal DHM / SISC Board Meeting

9 Make up Students Early Dismissal End Grading BQ2

12 HOLIDAY ALL

13 No Students Teacher Work Day FACM/LTM BTAP / SAM

14 Begin Grading BQ3

15

16

19

20 Report Card Distribution

21

22

23

26 27 RECRUITMENT OPEN HOUSE

28

29

30

MON TUE WED THU FRI

1 2

3 4

7 HOLIDAY

ALL

8

9 End Grading BQ1


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14

15DHM/SISC Annual / Regular Governing Board Meeting


17

18

21 22 College FAIR/Parent Training

23 FACM

24

25

28 HOLIDAY ALL

29 30

SEPTEMBER 2020

NOVEMBER 2020 MON TUE WED THU FRI

2 3No Students Teacher Work Day FACM/LTM BTAP /SAM

4 5 6

9 10 11 12 End Grading BQ 3 DHM / SISC Board Meeting SUMMIT


16 FACM

17

18

19


23 HOLIDAY

ALL 24

HOLIDAY ALL

25 HOLIDAY

ALL

26 HOLIDAY

ALL

27 HOLIDAY

ALL

30

DECEMBER 2020 MON TUE WED THU FRI

1

2 3 Adult Ed RECRUITMENT OPEN HOUSE

4

7 8

9

10 Students Early Dismissal Staff Luncheon DHM/SISC Board Meeting

11

14

15

16 FACM Final Exams-Sem. 1 P1-P2 Students Early Dismissal

17 Final Exams-Sem. 1 P3-P4 Students Early Dismissal

18 Makeup Day End 1st Semester End GradingBQ4 Students Early Dismissal

21 HOLIDAY ALL

22 HOLIDAY ALL

23 HOLIDAY ALL

24 HOLIDAY ALL

25 HOLIDAY ALL

28 HOLIDAY ALL

29 HOLIDAY ALL

30 HOLIDAY ALL

31 HOLIDAY ALL

JANUARY 2021 MON TUE WED THU FRI

1 HOLIDAY

ALL

4 No Students Teacher Work Day FACM/LTM BTAP/ SAM

5 Begin Grading BQ5 Begin 2nd Semester

6

7

8

11 Report Card Distribution After EOC scores arrive

12

13 14 DHM / SISC Board Meeting

15

18 HOLIDAY

ALL

19

20 FACM

21

22

25 26 Parent Training

27 28 29

FEBRUARY 2021

MON TUE WED THU FRI

1 2 3 4 5 End Grading BQ5

8 Begin Grading BQ 6

9

10

11 DHM/SISC Board Meeting


15 No Students Teacher Work Day FACM/LTM/BTAP/SAM

16

17 FACM

18

19

22

23

24

25 RECRUITMENT OPEN HOUSE

26

MON TUE WED THU FRI

1 2 3ADULT ED RECRUITMENT OPEN HOUSE

4 5

8 9 10 Midterm Exams P1-P2 Students Early Dismissal

11 Midterm Exams P3-P4 Students Early Dismissal FACM/ DHM/SISC Board Meeting

12 Exams Make-up Students Early Dismissal End Grading BQ6

15 HOLIDAY ALL

16 HOLIDAY ALL

17 HOLIDAY ALL

18 HOLIDAY ALL

19 HOLIDAY ALL

22 No Students Teacher Work Day FACM/LTM/BTAP/SAM


24

25


29 30

31

MARCH 2021

AUGUST 2020 MON TUE WED THU FRI

3 Pre-School Begin 196-I FACM/LTM BTAP

4 Pre-School Student Orientation

5 Pre-School

6 Pre-School DHM

7 Pre-School BTAP

10 STUDENTS FIRST DAY Begin 1st Semester Begin Grading BQ1

11 12

13 Board Meeting ADULT ED RECRUITMENT OPEN HOUSE

14

17

18 HOLIDAY ALL

19

20 21

24

25

26 PARENT NIGHT/ TITLE I

27

28

31

SOUTHTECH ACADEMY / SOUTHTECH SUCCESS CENTER School Calendar 2020-2021 JULY 2020

MON TUE WED THU FRI

1School Closed 2 School Closed HOLIDAY

3 School Closed

6 School Closed 7 School Closed 8 School Closed 9 School Closed 10 School Closed

13

14

15 16

17 School Closed 4 Day Week

20 Begin 220 A, I, IS, NI 210-I, NI 213-I

21

22

23


27 Begin 202-I

28

29 SAM

30 RECRUITMENT OPEN HOUSE (Tentative)

31 RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY Begin 191-IS

Floating Week for all 220 Employees Contract ONLY

PENDING BOARD APPROVAL

APRIL 2021 MON TUE WED THU FRI

1 2 HOLIDAY

ALL

5 6

7

8 DHM/ SISC Board Meeting

9

10

11

12

13

14

19

20

21 FACM

22 RECRUITMENT OPEN HOUSE

23 End Grading BQ 7

26 Begin Grading BQ 8

27

28 29 30

MON TUE WED THU FRI

1 EMD Post School BTAP/ FACM End 196-I 191-IS

2 EMD End 202-I

3 EMD 4 EMD

7 EMD End 210-I 8 EMD

9 EMD Report Cards Mailed After June 10, 2021

10 EMD End 213-I


14 15 End 210-NI Board Meeting

16

17

18 Last Day for 220-A, I, IS, NI (8hrs)

21

End 220-A,I,IS, NI School Closed

22

School Closed

23

School Closed

24

School Closed

25

School Closed

28 School Closed

29 School Closed

30 School Closed

JUNE 2021

Teacher Work Days - Pre/Post School Oct 13, 2020 August 03 - 07, 2020

(STA / STSC Pre-School)

June 01, 2021 (Post School)

Nov 03, 2020

Jan 04, 2021

Feb 15, 2021

Mar 22, 2021

School Calendar 2020-2021 SOUTH TECH ACADEMY

Scheduled Meetings

Board Meeting/Workshop @ 7:00PM ~ with Administration and Public

LTM Learning Team Meeting w ith Instructional Staff

BTAP Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Meeting w ith Administration

DHM Department Head Meeting with Administration

FACM Faculty Meeting with Instr. Staff, Guidance and Administration

SAM System Administrators Meeting @ 8:00AM with Administration and Managers

Recruitment Open House / Parent Night @ 6:30PM w ith All Employees

SISC School Improvement Steering Committee @ 6:00PM with Administration and Public

NOTE: Advisory Committee Meetings of academy teachers and local business/industry volunteers occur 4 times a year and date is decided upon by the participants

MON TUE WED THU FRI


4

5 Senior Exams (Tentative)

6 Senior Exams (Tentative)

7 Senior Grades Make-Up (Tentative)

10

11

12

13 DHM / SISC Board Meeting

14 Senior Check Out (Tentative)

17

18

19

20

21

24 25

26 DHM Final Exams - Sem. 2 - P1-P2 Students Early Dismissal

27 Final Exams - Sem. 2 P3-P4 Students Early Dismissal

28 Final Exams Make Up - Sem. 2 Students Early Dismissal STUDENTS LAST DAY End Grading BQ8

31 HOLIDAY

ALL

MAY 2021

Grade 9-12 School Hours 7:00 AM to 1:45 PM

Employees work 10 Hr Days M-Th and Friday school is closed

FSA FLORIDA STANDARDS ASSESSMENTS (No off –campus Activities, W/O Prior Admin Approval) Floating Week for all 220 Employees Contract ONLY

Employee Contract Periods

Employee Group Begin Date End Date # of Days

Administration (A) Jul 20, 2020 Jun 21, 2021 220 Days

Non-Instructional (NI)

Jul 20, 2020 Jul 20, 2020

Jun 21, 2021 Jun 15, 2021

220 Days 210 Days

Instructional

(I) (6 PD Holidays)

Jul 20, 2020 Jul 20, 2020 Jul 20, 2020 Jul 27, 2020 Aug 03, 2020

Jun 21, 2021 Jun 10, 2021 Jun 07, 2021 Jun 02, 2021 Jun 01, 2021

220 Days 213 Days 210 Days 202 Days 196 Days

Instructional Support (IS)

Jul 31, 2020 Jul 20, 2020

Jun 01, 2021 Jun 21, 2021

191 Days 220 Days

HOLIDAYS

Date Holiday A/NI IS I/A

July 02, 2020 Independence Day X X X

Sep 07, 2020 Labor Day X X PD

Sep 28, 2020 Fall Holiday X X X

Nov 23-27, 2020 Thanksgiving Holidays X X 1 PD

Dec 21, 2020– 4, 2021 Winter Break X X 2 PD

Jan 18, 2021 M. L. King’s Birthday X X PD

Mar 15-19, 2021 Spring Break X X X

Apr 02, 2021 Spring Holiday X X X

May 31, 2021 Memorial Day X X PD

Oct 12, 2020 Fall Holiday X X X

Aug 18, 2020 Primary Day X X X

EMD - Emergency Make-Up Days

June 01, 2021 June 02, 2021 June 03, 2021 June 04, 2021

June 07, 2021 June 08, 2021 June 09, 2021 June 10, 2021

Student Attendance Days

Period Begins Ends # of Days

BQ1 Aug 10, 2020 Sep 09, 2020 21

BQ2 Sept 10, 2020 Oct 09, 2020 21

BQ3 Oct 14, 2020 Nov 12, 2020 21

BQ4 Nov 13, 2020 Dec 18, 2020 21

BQ5 Jan 05, 2021 Feb 05, 2021 23

BQ6 Feb 08, 2021 Mar 12, 2021 24

BQ7 Mar 23, 2021 Apr 23, 2021 23

BQ8 April 26, 2021 May 28, 2021 25

Report Card Distribution Dates

Grading Period Distribution Dates

BQ1 Sep 16, 2020

BQ5 Feb 12, 2021

BQ7 May 07, 2021

BQ8 Mailed after Jun 10, 2021

BQ4 After EOC scores arrive

BQ2 Oct 20, 2020

BQ3 Nov 20, 2020

BQ6 Mar 26, 2021

PENDING BOARD APPROVAL


Motion:

I recommend that the Board approve adding Ms. Handy and Ms. Nicolini as signers on all bank accounts. Summary Information: Additional check signers are needed to insure the accounts payable process works efficiently. Per policy, all checks require two signatures. Currently Mr. Notter, Mr. Heller, and Ms. Turenne can sign checks for all schools. Ms. Handy can sign for SouthTech Prep only. It is recommended to have Ms. Handy added as a signer on all school bank accounts and to also add Ms. Nicolini, Board Member, as she volunteers at the School three to four days a week and could be available if needed. Presented By: Dan Heller, Board Treasurer Financial Impact: There is no financial impact for this item.

Agenda Item A-2



Motion:

I recommend that the Board approve the SouthTech Schools Grades 9-12 Student Progression Plan 2019-2020. Summary Information: The Student Progression Plan requires an annual review after Florida statutes and State Board of Education rules are finalized. The SouthTech Schools Grades 9-12 Student Progression Plan reflects statutory and rule revisions.

Attachments: SouthTech Schools Grades 9-12 Student Progression Plan 2019-2020

Presented By: James Notter, Board Chair Financial Impact: There is no financial impact associated with this item.

Agenda Item A-3


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SOUTHTECH SCHOOLS Student Progression Plan 2019-2020

SOUTHTECH SCHOOLS SYSTEM

Grades 9 ‐ 12 Student Progression Plan

Entry, Promotion, Retention, and Graduation

2019‐2020

Eileen Turenne, Principal Erin Kurtz, Assistant Principal

Joshua Wigelsworth, Assistant Principal

Florida Department of Education Approved Local Educational Agency

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Table of Contents INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................. 06 PURPOSE OF THE PLAN ............................................................................................................................06 PLAN FORMAT..........................................................................................................................................06

Mission, Goals, and System Wide Measures....................................................................................... 07 Florida’s Multi‐Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).............................................................................. 07 Academic Standards ........................................................................................................................... 07 Responsibilities ................................................................................................................................... 07 Students with Disabilities ................................................................................................................... 08

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS....................................................................................................................... 09 INITIAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................09 STUDENT RESIDENCE ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS ...............................................................................11 MAXIMUM AGE LIMIT FOR ENROLLMENT.................................................................................................12

Students with Disabilities (SWD) Program .......................................................................................... 12 Students who Qualify for ESOL............................................................................................................ 12 Students who Attain Age 16 ............................................................................................................... 12

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS ..........................................................................................................................13 Physical Examination and Immunization Requirements ..................................................................... 13 Required Immunization Form.............................................................................................................. 14

PLACEMENT OF TRANSFER STUDENTS................................................................................................. 15 Transfer of Students (K‐12) from Home Education ............................................................................ 15

HIGH SCHOOL (9‐12) TRANSFER STUDENTS...............................................................................................16 Validation of Transfer Credits/Grades for High School (9‐12)............................................................. 16 High School Validation Process for High School (9‐12) ....................................................................... 16 Alternative Validation Procedure for High School (9‐12)..................................................................... 16 Transfer Students Placement for Graduation ..................................................................................... 17

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER (ELL) TRANSFER STUDENTS .......................................................................18 STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES (SWD) AND GIFTED TRANSFER STUDENTS..................................................19

Students with Disabilities and Gifted Students who Transfer Within Florida ..................................... 19 Students with Disabilities (SWD) and Gifted Students who Transfer From Outside Florida ………..……19 Students who Transfer with Section 504 Accommodation Plans ....................................................... 19

ATTENDANCE AND ABSENTEEISM........................................................................................................ 21 ATTENDANCE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES ..............................................................................................21

General Attendance Policies and Procedures ..................................................................................... 21 High School Attendance Policies and Procedures .............................................................................. 21

LATE ARRIVALS/TARDINESS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES .......................................................................21 ABSENCE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES ....................................................................................................22 Excused Absences................................................................................................................................ 22 Unexcused Absences .......................................................................................................................... 22 Make‐Up Work ................................................................................................................................... 22 Students with Section 504 Accommodation Plan Absence Policy ...................................................... 22 Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Absence Policy.......................................................................... 23 Hospital/Homebound Services ........................................................................................................... 23

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STUDENT WITHDRAWALS ................................................................................................................... 24 HIGH SCHOOL (9‐12) PROCEDURES ..........................................................................................................24

Withdrawal Prior to the Last Two Weeks of the Semester ................................................................. 24 Withdrawal During the Last Two Weeks of the Semester .................................................................. 24

HOME EDUCATION ENROLLMENT PROCEDURES ......................................................................................24 Withdrawal for Enrollment in Home Education Program ....................................................................... 24

CURRICULUM ..................................................................................................................................... 25

HIGH SCHOOL (9‐12) CURRICULUM.........................................................................................................25 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)................................................................................. 25 Exceptional Student Education (ESE)................................................................................................... 25 Section 504 Accommodation Plans .................................................................................................... 27

SPECIAL PROGRAMS FOR HIGH SCHOOL .................................................................................................29 Career and Technical Education (CTE)................................................................................................. 29 Core Credit for Career and Technical Education (CTE) ....................................................................... 29 Career Academies................................................................................................................................ 30 Career Education Program Completer Certificate............................................................................... 30

ACADEMICALLY CHALLENGING CURRICULUM TO ENHANCE LEARNING (ACCEL)…………………………………………30 GENERAL HIGH SCHOOL ACCEL OPTIONS ................................................................................................30 CREDIT ACCELERATION PROGRAM (CAP) ................................................................................................31 WHOLE‐GRADE AND MIDYEAR PROMOTION PROCEDURES ....................................................................31 High School (9‐12) Procedures for Requesting Acceleration............................................................... 31

COURSES TAKEN THROUGH NON‐DISTRICT EDUCATIONAL PROVIDERS ..................................................31 CREDIT BY EXAMINATION ......................................................................................................................32 ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) .................................................................................................................32 DUAL ENROLLMENT PROGRAM...............................................................................................................32 Enrollment in Schools without Dual Enrollment Agreements............................................................. 34

PROMOTION AND RETENTION............................................................................................................. 35

CONSIDERATIONS FOR SPECIAL PROGRAM STUDENTS ............................................................................35 English Language Learners (ELLs) ........................................................................................................ 35 Exceptional Student Education (ESE)................................................................................................... 36 Active Section 504 Accommodation Plans .......................................................................................... 36

HIGH SCHOOL GRADE CLASSIFICATION FOR PROMOTION AND RETENTION ............................................37 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................... 38

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR A STANDARD DIPLOMA ..................................................................38 Assessments for Standard Diploma..................................................................................................... 38 Statewide Standardized Assessment Waivers for Students with Disabilities ..................................... 39 Statewide Standardized Assessment Waiver Eligibility Criteria for Students with Disabilities ...........39 Course Credit for Standard Diploma ................................................................................................... 40 Online Learning for Standard Diploma ............................................................................................... 40 Grade Point Average (GPA) for Standard Diploma.............................................................................. 41

FOUR‐YEAR, 24‐CREDIT TRADITIONAL OPTION REQUIREMENTS .............................................................41 Virtual/Online Course Requirement for Four‐Year 24‐Credit Option ................................................. 41

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English Requirements for Four‐Year 24‐Credit Option ....................................................................... 42 Mathematics Requirements for Four‐Year 24‐Credit Option.............................................................. 42 Algebra 1 End‐of‐Course (EOC) Assessment Requirement ................................................................. 43 Geometry End‐of‐Course (EOC) Assessment Requirement ................................................................ 43 Science Requirements for Four‐Year 24‐Credit Option....................................................................... 44 Biology 1 End‐of‐Course (EOC) Assessment Requirement .................................................................. 45 Social Studies Requirements for Four‐Year 24‐Credit Option.............................................................. 45 Social Studies End‐of‐Course (EOC) Assessment Requirement........................................................... 46 Physical Education requirements for Four‐Year 24‐Credit Option...................................................... 46 Physical Education High School Waiver Options ................................................................................. 47 Physical Education Waivers and Descriptions ..................................................................................... 48 Fine and Performing Arts Requirements for Four‐Year 24‐Credit Option .......................................... 48 Electives Requirements for Four‐Year 24‐Credit Option..................................................................... 49 World Language Options .....................................................................................................................49 Community Service Graduation Requirement .................................................................................... 50 Graduation Requirements for Transfer Students................................................................................ 51

OTHER GRADUATION OPTIONS ..............................................................................................................52 Early Graduation for Four‐Year 24‐Credit Option Students..................................................................52 18‐Credit ACCEL Graduation Option.....................................................................................................52

COURSE ACCOMMODATIONS AND MODIFICATIONS ..............................................................................53 English Language Learners (ELLs) Course Modifications/Accommodations ........................................53 Active Section 504 Accommodation Plans Course Modifications.........................................................53

GRADUATION OPTIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES (SWD) .........................................................54 Students with Disabilities Entering Grade 9 During the 2014–2015 School Year ................................55

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMAS........................................................................................................................55 Diploma Designations...........................................................................................................................55

CERTIFICATES OF COMPLETION ..............................................................................................................57 Standard Certification of Completion...................................................................................................57

RECOGNITION OF VALEDICTORIAN/SALUTATORIAN ...............................................................................58 Valedictorian/Salutatorian Calculation ............................................................................................... 58

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS .........................................................................58 Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program........................................................................................ 58

REMEDIATION AND RETENTION.......................................................................................................... 60

IDENTIFICATION OF STUDENTS IN NEED OF REMEDIATION.....................................................................60 HIGH SCHOOL (9‐12) REMEDIATION REQUIREMENTS ..............................................................................60 High School Reading Remediation....................................................................................................... 61 Algebra 1 Remediation ........................................................................................................................ 61 High School Complementary Options for Remedial Instruction ......................................................... 62

PROGRESS MONITORING.....................................................................................................................62

GENERAL PROGRESS MONITORING PLAN (PMP) PROCESS.......................................................................62 ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS (ELLs) PROGRESS MONITORING .............................................................63 EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION (ESE) PROGRESS MONITORING.......................................................63

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PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE PROGRESS MONITORING PLAN (PMP).......................................63 Additional PMP Requirements for Secondary School Students ...........................................................64

HIGH SCHOOL (9‐12) PROGRESS MONITORING .......................................................................................65 REPORTING STUDENT PROGRESS.........................................................................................................66

EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS EDUCATION (ESE) STUDENTS ...........................................................................66 PARENT WRITTEN NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS..................................................................................66 Additional Middle School Requirements for Parent Notification ....................................................... 67 Additional High School Requirements for Parent Notification ........................................................... 67

FREQUENCY OF GRADE REPORTS.............................................................................................................67 GENERAL GRADING RULES FOR MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS...................................................68 EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION (ESE) GRADING RULES ...................................................................69 ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER (ELL) GRADING RULES..............................................................................69 DESCRIPTION AND DEFINITION OF MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL GRADES ................................................69 REPORTING STUDENT CONDUCT .............................................................................................................71 REPORTING ATTENDANCE ......................................................................................................................71 CALCULATION OF GRADES FOR HIGH SCHOOL COURSES..........................................................................72 Grading Procedures for Courses with an End‐of‐Course (EOC) Assessment ....................................... 72 Honors Level Points ............................................................................................................................. 73 Senior Exemptions from Semester Examinations ............................................................................... 73

FORGIVENESS RULE.................................................................................................................................73 High School Courses Taken in Middle School...................................................................................... 73 High School Courses Taken in High School.......................................................................................... 73

ASSESSMENTS .....................................................................................................................................76

HIGH SCHOOL ASSESSMENT PROGRAM .................................................................................................76 Florida Standards Assessments (FSA)/Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) Assessments....................................................................................................................................... 76 End‐of‐Course (EOC) Assessments .................................................................................................... 76 The Florida Standards Alternate Assessment (FSAA) for Students with significant cognitive Disabilities ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……76 Statewide Assessment Program Schedule .........................................................................................76 Assessing Comprehension & Communication in English State‐to‐State for English Language Learners 2.0 (ACCESS for ELLs 2.0) & Alternate ACCESS (Grades 1‐12) ............................................................76 Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (P.E.R.T.) ...........................................................................77 National and International Education Comparisons ..........................................................................77

ADDITIONAL 6‐12 ASSESSMENTS.............................................................................................................77 Grade 6 through Grade 12 Assessments ............................................................................................77

STATEWIDE STANDARDIZED ASSESSMENTS............................................................................................78 2019‐2020 Statewide Assessments ....................................................................................................79

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INTRODUCTION

PURPOSE OF THE PLAN

In accordance with Florida Statute § 1008.25(1)(2), the purpose of the 9‐12 Student Progression Plan is that each student’s progression from one grade to another be determined, in part, upon satisfactory performance in English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies; that SouthTech School board policies facilitate student achievement; that each student and his or her parent

1 be informed of the

student’s academic progress‐and that students have access to educational options that provide academically challenging coursework or accelerated instruction pursuant to Florida Statute § 1002.3105.

This Student Progression Plan strives to ensure that the required program of study, placement, promotion, reporting, retention, and special programs are equitable and comprehensive for all students. It is the responsibility of the School Board and the SouthTech School (STS)

2 administration to provide

students with effective instructional and remedial programs that monitor progress, promote continuous achievement, and make provisions for individual differences.

PLAN FORMAT

This Student Progression Plan

Provides for a student’s progression from one grade to another based on the student’s mastery of the standards in Florida Statute § 1003.41, specifically English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies standards.

High schools shall use all available assessment results, including the results of statewide, standardized English Language Arts assessments and end‐of‐course assessments for Algebra 1 and Geometry, to advise students of any identified deficiencies and to provide appropriate postsecondary instruction before high school graduation.

The results of evaluations used to monitor a student’s progress in grades 6‐12 must be provided to the student’s teacher in a timely manner and as otherwise required by law. Thereafter, evaluation results must be provided to the student’s parent in a timely manner.

When available, instructional personnel must be provided with information on student achievement of standards and benchmarks in order to improve instruction.

In addition, the Plan includes information about student eligibility and procedural requirements for whole‐grade promotion, midyear promotion, and subject‐matter acceleration. This information includes:

the process for parent(s) and students to request student participation in Academically Challenging Curriculum to Enhance Learning (ACCEL) and the additional options available at the student’s school;

advising parent(s) and students to contact the principal regarding student eligibility and participation requirements for these options, including virtual instruction in higher grade level subjects;

1 Throughout the Student Progression Plan, when the word “parent(s)” is used, it also refers to “legal guardian(s)” and persons acting as a parent.

2 Throughout the Student Progression Plan, “STS” will be used to refer to the SouthTech Schools.

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advising parent(s) and students of early and accelerated graduation options; and

reference to all Dual Enrollment courses available within the Dual Enrollment Articulation Agreement.

Mission, Goals, and System Wide Measures

The Florida Department of Education’s mission, stated in Florida Statute § 1008.31(2), is to increase the proficiency of all students within one seamless, efficient system. This is accomplished by providing students with the opportunity to expand their knowledge and skills through learning opportunities and research valued by students, parents, and communities, while maintaining an accountability system that measures student progress toward the following goals:

highest student achievement;

seamless articulation and maximum access;

skilled workforce and economic development; and

quality efficient services.

Florida’s Multi‐Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)

Through implementing the problem‐solving framework, Florida’s Multi‐Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) provides high‐quality instruction and intervention matched to student needs. According to the Florida Department of Education

3, MTSS involves the systematic use of assessment

data to inform instructional decisions and efficiently allocate resources to improve learning for all students.

The core characteristics that underpin the MTSS model are:

high‐quality, research‐based instruction provided to students in all settings;

continuous monitoring of student performance;

screening of all students for academic and behavioral problems;

multiple levels or tiers of instruction that are progressively more intense and based on the

student’s response to instruction; and

implementation of a problem‐solving method across all levels or tiers.

Academic Standards

The Plan herein incorporates the Florida Standards, Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS), Florida Standards Access Points, and ACCEL options that provide academically challenging coursework or accelerated instruction to students in 6th through 12th grade.

Responsibilities The STS instructional personnel are responsible for providing assistance to schools to consider the individual student’s academic needs when placing students in subjects, grade levels, or specialty programs.

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The principal of a school is responsible for making and maintaining required records/reports and providing leadership for instruction that meets the needs of all students. [Florida Statutes §§ 1001.54 & 1012.28]

Teachers are responsible for providing effective instruction and remediation, as well as, documenting instruction in all content areas and students’ mastery of the above Standards. Students with Disabilities

Throughout the document the term students with disabilities (SWD) will be utilized. The term “student with a disability” means a student who is documented as having an intellectual disability; a hearing impairment, including deafness; a speech or language impairment; a visual impairment, including blindness; an emotional or behavioral disability; an orthopedic or other health impairment; an autism spectrum disorder; a traumatic brain injury; or a specific learning disability, including, but not limited to dyslexia, dyscalculia, or developmental aphasia. In all cases for purpose of this document, this will refer to a student with a disability who has an IEP. [Florida Statute 1007.02] 3 The publication, MTSS Implementation Components: Ensuring Common Language and Understanding, is available through the Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services, Florida Department of Education. The Guide is designed to assist school districts, state agencies that support educational programs, and parents in the provision of special programs for exceptional students. This document is available online at http://www.florida‐rti.org/index.htm.

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS INITIAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS In accordance with Florida Statute § 1003.21, it is the responsibility of the parent(s) of students entering the SDPBC public schools for the first time to present evidence of the child’s age at the time of registration. Additional information and forms can be found on the Student Registration Information website. To register a student, the following four types of documents are required:

1. valid Birth Certificate or other documentation of birth as stated above5;

2. Certification of a Physical/Health Examination6 (submitted within 30 school days, if not available at the

time of registration);

3. proof of residence7; and

4. Florida Certificate of Immunization. (Refer to Immunization Requirements section). According to Florida Statute § 1003.01(12) and State Board of Education Rule 6A‐6.03411(1)(s), students who are without a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence, are considered children and youths who are experiencing homelessness. Pursuant to the McKinney‐Vento Homeless Education Assistance Improvements Act of 2001 (Section 725) 42 U.S.C.A. § 11432(g)(3)(A)‐(C), these children are to be enrolled immediately in the school that meets the best interest of the student. Arrangements are to be made for immunizations, transportation, and all other school services. Appropriate student, school, and grade level placement, as well as completion of required immunizations and physical examination, shall occur within 30 school days of enrollment. Refer to School Board Policy 5.74 entitled Students Experiencing Homelessness and Florida Statute § 1003.21(1)(f) for procedures relating to the enrollment of these students.

When a student is not living with a biological or adoptive parent, and is registering for a school based on residence and is not experiencing homelessness, a person acting as parent must complete the Affidavit of Person Acting as Parent (STCAI/STPAI 1543). See School Board Policy 5.011(8) for guidelines regarding the use of this form.

4 Children and youths who are experiencing homelessness and children who are known to the department, as defined in Florida Statute § 39.0016, shall be given a “temporary exemption” from these statutory requirements for 30 school days. The term “children known to the department” means “children who are found to be dependent or children in shelter care.” 5 If a passport is offered for verification of birth, it may not be duplicated for placement in the cumulative folder. 6 See Florida Statute § 1003.22, State Board of Education Rule 6A‐6.024, and School Board Policy 5.06(A)(2), as well as the recommended: School Entry Health Exam (DH 3040). Refer to Health Requirement section. Footnote 4, addresses temporary exemption criteria. 7 For a student assigned to a school based on the student’s residence under School Board Policy 5.01(1)(b), parent(s) must provide proof of residence to show that the student resides within the boundary of the school to which he/she is applying by presenting documentation, as required by School Board Policies 5.01 and 5.011(5), such as lease, mortgage, or utility bill. See Florida Certificate of Immunization. (Refer to Immunization Requirements Section)

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A student who is emancipated, as described within School Board Policy 5.072, and provides sufficient documentation to the principal is not required to live in a residence with an adult authority as a condition of admission to school.

The STS New and Returning Student Registration Form (STCAI/STPAI 0636), must be completed by the parent(s), signed, and returned to school at the beginning of each school year or when the student enters the STS. This form is available in English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, and Portuguese.

Additionally, schools must meet the language needs of parent(s) at all relevant stages of the registration process in a timely manner to ensure meaningful access to their students’ educational opportunities. Sources of language assistance include; bilingual school staff, Community Language Facilitators, District translators and Language Line Services. Language Line can be accessed by contacting the District Translators at (561)357‐5988. Furthermore, schools with parent(s) needing additional language assistance can contact the Welcome Center at: (561) 357‐7681. �

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