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July 16, 2024 Board Meeting
Agenda Item 34.

Title
APPROVAL OF THE ADOPTION OF REVISED POLICY 5.90 - FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENTS

Description

This policy has been revised to be aligned with best practices regarding foreign exchange students.



Gap Analysis

The policy has been revised with the following changes:

  • Revises requirements for host family to live in assigned school’s attendance zone.
  • Clarifies that students will be enrolled on a first-come, first-served basis, if there is available capacity at the school.
  • Acknowledges placement into a school doesn’t guarantee acceptance into a magnet or specialized program at that school.
  • Additional Superintendent approval requirement for district special school acceptance.


Previous Outcomes 

This policy was previously revised and adopted in 2019.



Expected Outcomes 

When approved as presented, this policy will keep the District in compliance with best practices.



Strategic Plan Goal

Pillar 2 – Every Student Supported

Priority 2.3 – Provide Enhancing Learning Experiences


Recommendation
That the revised policy 5.90 - Foreign Exchange Students - be approved as presented.

Contact Information

CHRIS PARENTEAU   chris.parenteau@sarasotacountyschools.net

CRAIG MANIGLIA   craig.maniglia@sarasotacountyschools.net

CHRIS RENOUF   chris.renouf@sarasotacountyschools.net



Financial Impact
N/A

ATTACHMENTS:
DescriptionUpload DateType
Policy 5.90 Foreign Exchange Students6/18/2024Cover Memo