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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA Landings Administrative Complex 1980 Landings Blvd. 3:00 P. M. |
Agenda Item #39 Title APPROVAL OF THE OPEN EARS: LISTEN, LEARN AND SERVE GRANT PROPOSAL TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION FOR THE VENICE HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT Description COMPETITIVE: Grant funds of $4,050 will allow the Guidance Department of Venice High School to provide two peer counseling classes in which students will be trained in active listening skills, communication skills, Heart Math, mediation techniques, basic grief counseling, and drug and alcohol education. The goals are to provide a more positive school climate, bring together regular education students with exceptional education students and help at risk 9th graders acclimate to the high school environment and experience. Recommendation That the School Board of Sarasota County approve the Open Ears: Listen, Learn, and Serve grant proposal. Contact WHITE & ROCA/CANTALUPO Financial Impact N/A Attachment: Open Ears Listen Learn and Serve - N Wolfe Approved.pdf |