This agreement is between Clay County District Schools and University of North Florida (UNF) for UNF 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 careers.

Clay County District Schools currently has agreements with 26 Colleges/Universities, including UNF.  This agreement will renew the agreement previously in place for the next 5 years.

Placement of interns provides teacher candidates with real-world experiences that better prepares them for the rigors of classroom teaching.  UNF usually places between 25-75 pre-intens and interns in CCDS each 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 University of North Florida.