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October 15, 2024 Board Meeting
Agenda Item 4.
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APPROVAL OF THE AFFILIATION AGREEMENTS BETWEEN LIBERTY UNIVERSITY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA
Description
The affiliation agreement will allow students pursuing education degrees at Liberty University to complete classroom observations, field experiences and final clinical teaching internships, related to their classroom instruction and degree path, with the Sarasota County Schools.
Gap Analysis
Sarasota County Schools is updating the current affiliation agreement with Liberty University to align with current practices. This institution offers a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, School Counseling, Biology Education, Business Education, Chemistry Education, Computer Science Education, Early Childhood Education, Social Studies Education, Spanish Education, Special Education, English Education, and a Master of Education.
A partnership with the Liberty University will allow us to provide clinical experiences to their students and provide us with the opportunity to “grow our own” educators through the different degree programs available at Liberty University.
Previous Outcomes
We currently have affiliation agreement with 18 institutions of higher learning and are currently hosting 11 clinical/final internships from six of these institutions for the Fall of 2024.
Expected Outcomes
An affiliation agreement with Liberty University will increase the number of partnerships we have with institutions of higher learning, therefore increasing the pool of highly qualified applicants for vacant teaching positions.
Strategic Plan Goal
Pillar 3 - Every Employee Valued
Priority 1 - Recruit, Recognize, and Retain
Priority 4 - Implement Innovative Staffing Practices
Recommendation
That the affiliation agreement between Liberty University and the School Board of Sarasota County, Florida be approved as presented.
Contact Information
SETH GARDNER seth.gardner@sarasotacountyschools.net
ASHLEY ROMADKA ashley.romadka@sarasotacountyschools.net
Financial Impact
N/A
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