The purpose of the proposed policy is to ensure compliance with HB 3 signed into Florida Law by Governor Ron DeSantis creating a statewide book distribution program.

• The new policy details the duties, qualifications, and procedures of the reviewers in the role of selection of instruction materials.
• The policy clarifies the process for confirming accuracy of instructional materials.
• The policy details the bidding and purchase process for instructional materials.
• The administrative procedures clarifies the district’s role in implementing the New Worlds Reading Initiative to comply with applicable Florida law.
• Areas within the policy include the following: The role of the New Worlds Reading Initiative District Contact in building community awareness,
identifying students, notifying parents, and coordinating book delivery. The proposed policy encompass the suggested language from NEOLA.

Board Policy 2521 - Instructional Materials Program and AP2521 are currently being adopted and will appear before the School Board on the dates indicated below:

•    Cabinet – 10/11/2021
•    Work Session – 10/19/2021
•    Rule Development Workshop – 11/16/2021
•    School Board Meeting Information – 11/16/2021
•    School Board Meeting Approval – 12/14/21
•    Effective Date – upon approval