FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

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STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

JIM HORNE

Commissioner of Education

F. PHILIP HANDY,

Chairman

T. WILLARD FAIR,

Vice Chairman

Members

SALLY BRADSHAW

LINDA J. EADS, ED.D.

CHARLES PATRICK GARCÍA

JULIA L. JOHNSON

WILLIAM L. PROCTOR, PH.D.

December 18, 2003

MEMORANDUM #03-65

TO:

FROM:

Michele Polland

SUBJECT: Assistive Technology Awareness Day

We are pleased to recognize February 5, 2004, as Assistive Technology Awareness Day. This

day is dedicated to recognizing the impact of assistive technology on the educational success of

students and the support of teachers, related personnel, and families in achieving this success.

ss Day in your district. Across the state,

technology specialists are planning for presentations to school boards, faculty, and parent

organizations. Assistive technology will be featured on school district and local television

stations and in school technology labs. Posters to be displayed in your schools have been sent to

your local Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS) Center. Contact your

local Center for posters and more information.

Thank you for recognizing this statewide day highlighting assistive technology.

MP/kmm

cc:

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FDLRS Associate Centers

FDLRS Specialized Centers

Institute for Small and Rural Districts

MICHELE POLLAND

Acting Chief

Bureau of Instructional Support and Community Services

325 W. GAINES STREET • SUITE 614 • TALLAHASSEE, FL 32399-0400 • (850) 245-0475 • www.fldoe.org