This agreement is between Clay County District Schools and the University of Florida (UF) College of Education for UF students to participate in internships, practicums, and observations under the direction of a certified educator in Clay County schools.

Without this agreement, interns and pre-interns cannot be placed in Clay County District Schools and would thereby prevent potential teacher candidates from choosing Clay to begin their career.

Clay County District Schools currently has agreements with 24 Colleges/Universities, including an agreement with UF’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (Dept of Communication Sciences and Disorders).

Placement of interns provides teacher candidates with real-world experiences that better prepares them for the rigors of classroom teaching.  UF is currently requesting the placement of one student.

Goal 5: Develop and support great educators, support personnel, and leaders.  

 Strategy 5.1: Recruit, screen, hire, and retain top candidates that reflect the diversity of each school, our district, and community.

That the Clay County School Board approve the agreement between Clay County District Schools and the University of Florida.