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June 18, 2024 Board Meeting
Agenda Item 10.

Title
APPROVAL OF THE CONTRACT BETWEEN CHILDREN FIRST, INC. AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA

Description
Approval of this contract creates a mechanism to provide Early Head Start Services ('EHS") for children and families in the areas of early childhood education, family partnerships, health, mental health, nutrition, and parent involvement.  Services will be provided at the North County Cyesis Program at Riverview High School ("Riverview") and the Cyesis Program at North Port High School ("NPHS") (up to 27 EHS slots: NPHS; Riverview). Parent permission required. 

Gap Analysis

The Teen Parent Programs at North Port High School and Riverview High School provide robust support to Teen Parents and their babies.  This contract with Children First provides Head Start and Early Head Start services for the children and families. Parent/guardian permission is required for participation.



Previous Outcomes 

Services in the areas of early childhood education, family partnerships, health, mental health, nutrition, and parental involvement are provided via this contract.



Expected Outcomes 

The School District of Sarasota County, and Children First will work together to ensure that specific resources and a comprehensive program is provided for all children and families that are enrolled in the Teen Parent programs at North Port High School and Riverview High School.



Strategic Plan Goal

Pillar 2 - Every Student Supported

Priority 2.1 - Design Strong Student Supports

Priority 2.2 - Respond to Student Needs


Recommendation

That the contract between Children First Inc., and the School Board of Sarasota County, Florida be approved as presented.

 



Contact Information

DAWN CLAYTON   dawn.clayton@sarasotacountyschools.net 

MEGAN GREEN   megan.green@sarasotacountyschools.net

RACHAEL O'DEA   rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net 

 



Financial Impact

No Cost

 



ATTACHMENTS:
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CONTRACT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FL AND CHILDREN FIRST, INC5/17/2024Cover Memo