This agreement is between Clay County District Schools and St. Petersburg College (SPC), College of Education. For SPC 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 this is the first agreement with St. Petersburg College.

Placement of interns provides teacher candidates with real-world experiences that better prepares them for the rigors of classroom teaching.  SPC 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 St. Petersburg College, College of Education.