Interoffice Memorandum
DATE: September 10, 2025
TO: Mayor Jerry L. Demings and County Commissioners
THROUGH: Venerria L. Thomas
FROM: Barbara Williams, Manager
CONTACT: Neika Berry
PHONE: (407) 836-9552
DIVISION: Youth and Family Services Division
ACTION REQUESTED:
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Approval and execution of Agreement between Orange County, Florida and The School Board of Orange County, Florida regarding Interagency Referral Agreement and authorization for the Mayor or the Mayor's designee to execute any necessary modifications, amendments, or extensions related to the agreement. There is no financial commitment. (Youth and Family Services Division)
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PURPOSE: Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) takes pride in offering the Teen Parent Program, a nurturing, voluntary initiative crafted to support pregnant and parenting students as they navigate both education and early parenthood with confidence. This program grants students two welcoming pathways: they may continue at their zoned high school with access to childcare vouchers, transportation, and credit-bearing parenting skills courses or they may thrive in the alternative Teen Parent Program site (BETA school), where small classes, tailored academic support, and on-site childcare are integrated seamlessly to ensure a caring learning environment.
This Referral Agreement serves as a vital partnership by identifying eligible students and connecting them with the Teen Parent Program, including access to wraparound services like housing assistance, counseling, healthcare referrals, and early childhood support. This agreement celebrates a true partnership and aligns with Orange County's outreach and OCPS's educational infrastructure, together weaving a safety net that holds both academic guidance and essential social services, facilitating holistic support for teen parents and their children.
There are no financial obligations as this Referral Agreement builds upon existing program frameworks at bot...
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