Dear Parents and Guardians,

The State of Florida’s Department of Education mandates each district to provide instruction about 
Resiliency Education, Effects of Social Media, Honesty and Empathy, Gratitude, and Grit and
Perseverance in Grades 6 through 12. The state does not provide an opt-out option for these 
required instruction topics, in addition, there isn't a "make-up day" if your child misses this instruction.

To foster positive relationships and collaborative learning between home and school, your school 
provides parental notification prior to beginning instruction on each of these topics. If you have any questions,
please feel free to respond to this post or call the front office. 
Thank you! 


In compliance with the state’s statutes and rules, Hernando County school district will utilize the
Monique Burr Foundation for Children Prevention Education Program curriculum. For additional 
information please see the following resources:
Monique Burr Foundation Curriculum: https://www.mbfpreventioneducation.org
District Website: : https://hernandoschools.org/departments/student-services/required-instruction 
Florida Department of Education: https://www.flrequiredinstruction.org

Hernando County School District collaborates with parents and other community stakeholders to 
effectively prepare all students for a successful transition into a diverse and changing world.
It is the policy of the Hernando County School District not to illegally discriminate or allow its 
employees to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, 
sex, marital status, disability or GINA in its educational programs or employment practices.