Agenda Item
e. Division of Student Services ~ Instructional Resources (Not to exceed $1,400,000)
Summary: Presented by: Dr. Norman C. Sauce III, Chief of Student Services, Division of Student Resources
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the purchase of supplemental instructional resources and materials for the English Learners Department in an amount not to exceed $­­1,400,000.
Why: The selected vendors have been carefully vetted and identified to
improve access to meaningful content,
increase awareness of sound instructional practices,
provide technological assets that promote creativity, connections, and innovation, and
engage students in rigorous activities/ assessments.
These research-based supplemental instructional resources and materials provide full access to the DCSD’s rigorous curriculum to the school district’s diverse population.
DeKalb County School District adheres to Title III (Federal) funding allocation to provide supplemental services to improve the English language proficiency and academic achievement of English Learners.
Details: The DeKalb County School District will purchase supplemental instructional resources and materials to support the academic success of English Learners served through the Division of Student Services (English Learners Department) in accordance with Board Policy DJE (III.D.3.g).
Financial impact: The total financial impact for SY2025-2026 is not to exceed the amount of $1,400,000.
Title III Funds and general funds will be used to purchase these resources.
Charge codes:
460.1000.553200.07221.7130.1816.6015.094.2025
100.1000.553200.07711.7130.1353.6015.094.0000
Contact: Presented by: Dr. Norman C. Sauce III, Chief of Student Services, Division of Student Services
Dr. Evelyn Hall, Executive Director of English Learners Department, Division of Student Services
Effective: July 14, 2025- July 13, 2026
Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs
DATE RECEIVED: ______________
MATTER ASSIGNED TO: _________
Request for Legal Assistance
DCSD Office of Legal Affairs
ATTORNEY – CLIENT COMMUNICATION
PLEASE SUBMIT COMPLETED REQUEST FORM TO
DCSD OFFICE OF LEGAL AFFAIRS.
*** This request is a confidential communication and should be treated as such ***
DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST
Title of Item/Topic:
Supplemental Instructional Resources
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(e.g., contract review, policy matter, etc.)
5-23-2025
Date of request: ___________
6-5-2025
Due Date: ___________ (Allow 3 to 5 business days)
Requesting the approval to purchase supplemental Instructional
Background information/Detail: __________________________________________________________
Resources to support the academic success of English Learners.
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PROCUREMENT DETAILS (if applicable)
Include details confirming that all applicable DCSD procurement policies and requirements have been
Purchase of Instructional Materials in accordance to Board Policy DJE (III.D.3.g). Not to Exceed $1,400,000.00
adhered to: ____________________________________________________________________________
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SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
Please attach/include any additional supporting documentation that are relevant to your request.
Board Agenda Item, Quotes, ICA, 2025-2026 Instructional Resources Summary
Description of supporting documentation, if any ____________________________________________
REQUIRED AUTHORIZATION
Dr. Evelyn Hall
Requested by: _____________________________________________________________________
evelyn_hall@dekalbschoolsga.org
Email: __________________________ 678-676-6603
Telephone: ____________________________________
English Learners Deparment -Division of Student Services
Department: _______________________________________________________________________
Dr. Norman C. Sauce
Cabinet Member authorizing the request: _______________________________________________
LEGAL APPROVAL
Approved as to form by the DCSD Office of Legal Affairs? ☐ Yes ☐ No
-OR- (check one only)
Approved as to form by Outside Legal Counsel? ☐ Yes ☐ No
*Referrals to Outside Legal Counsel must be coordinated and approved by the DCSD Legal Dept.
Approving Attorney (and law firm if Outside Counsel ____________________________________
Comments: See comments on approval email
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