Agenda Plus
School Board of Clay County
September 26, 2017 - Regular School Board Meeting
Title
C14 - Audiological Therapy Services Contract 17-18.
Description

The School Board of Clay County is required to provide audiological services to eligible ESE students.The contracted services will include but are not limited to Child Find activities, audiological evaluations, fitting for hearing aids, FM systems and audiological consultations.  These mandatory services are most efficiently provided by a vendor.

Gap Analysis

The Audiological Therapy Services are required services to eligible ESE students based upon their Individual Education Plan (IEP).  

Previous Outcomes

The district has contracted with Audiological Therapy Services since 2006.  Using an annual contract for service is more cost effective than a piecemeal approach and ensures continuity of services for SWD and supporting staff.

 

Expected Outcomes

Services include audiological evaluations, fitting for hearing aids, FM systems, and audiological consultations.  

Strategic Plan Goal

N/A

Recommendation

Continuation of Audiological Therapy Services Contract.

Contact
Mr. Michael McAuley, Assistant Superintendent of Climate and Culture, 904-529-4995, michael.mcauley@myoneclay.net Terry D. Roth, Director, Exceptional Student Education and Student Services, 904-529-4977, terry.roth@myoneclay.net
Financial Impact
The cost for services is approximately $63,000.00.
Review Comments
Attachments
Audiological Therapy Services contract 17 18.pdf