This agreement is between Clay County District Schools and St. Johns River State College for SJRSC 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 25 Colleges/Universities, and the current agreement with SJRSC is expiring.  This agreement is a renewal of the previous contract.  No changes have been made between the previous contract and this renewal contract.

Placement of interns provides teacher candidates with real-world experiences that better prepares them for the rigors of classroom teaching.  SJRSC is currently requesting the placement of 16 students for the Fall of 2022, and based on historical trends, we expect these numbers to increase as we get closer to the start of the school year.

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 St. Johns River State College.