Title
APPROVAL OF THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT BETWEEN THE FLORIDA DIAGNOSTIC LEARNING RESOURCES SYSTEM (FDLRS) SUNCOAST ASSOCIATE CENTER AND THE MANATEE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Description
The Florida Diagnostic Learning and Resources System (FDLRS) Discretionary Project is funded annually by the Florida Department of Education, Division of Public Schools, Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services, through federal assistance under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part B and the State General Revenue funds. Each center’s annual budget requires funding be designated to ensure the availability of function area supports through its assigned regions. Furthermore, Suncoast must cover all expenses encumbered while fulfilling professional duties and responsibilities as outlined in Suncoast’s provisions of services and center operating procedures.
This contract between FDLRS Suncoast and the Manatee County Exceptional Student Education Department covers expenses encumbered by FDLRS Suncoast employees in Manatee County.
Gap Analysis
Annually, FDLRS Suncoast allocates funding to districts within the region where employees fulfill their annual duties. Funding is allocated to cover all encumbered expenses for FDLRS staff for the 2023-2024 grant cycle.
Previous Outcomes
N/A
Expected Outcomes
The Florida Diagnostic Learning and Resources System (FDLRS) Suncoast Associate Center will provide year-round services to families and school districts. These districts are Sarasota (fiscal agent), Manatee, and Charlotte County School Districts. Additionally, all FDLRS employees are expected to support the needs of the FDLRS Admin project and the Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services, when directed.
Strategic Plan Goal
Pillar 1 - Every Student Achieves
Priority 1.3 - Embrace Strong Instruction
Pillar 3 - Every Employee Valued
Priority 3.3 - Elevate Employee Development
Recommendation
That the Professional Services Contract between FDLRS and the Manatee County Schools to cover expenses, supplies, and professional and technical assistance to educators and families be approved as presented.
Contact Information
MELTRICE BOGLIN meltrice.boglin@sarasotacountyschools.net
KIRK HUTCHINSON kirk.hutchinson@sarasotacountyschools.net
RACHAEL O'DEA rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net
Financial Impact
Not to exceed $25,700.00.
Funding Source: Federal IDEA/FDLRS Grant