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Board hears proposal to offer EMT certification at Homestead; MOU to return in two weeks
Summary
Administrators proposed a second‑semester EMT certification course for Homestead seniors in partnership with First Responder Training Academy, estimating about 20 student seats and roughly $22,000 in annual program costs; the board was told an MOU will be returned for approval at the next meeting.
District administrators presented a proposal to add EMT coursework and certification to Homestead High School’s 2025–26 course catalog through a partnership with the First Responder Training Academy.
Dr. St. John (presentation lead) said the program would be offered on campus as a second‑semester class for seniors, with two to three outside instructors coming to the high school to teach the coursework. Staff described current demand from students and a local workforce need for EMTs; guidance counselors surveyed students and found interest in the credential and in health‑care pathways.
Program details offered at the discussion: - Capacity: approximately 20 student seats. - Instructors: two to three instructors provided by the First Responder Training Academy. - Cost: estimated at about $22,000 annually to cover instructor hours, curricular materials and testing/licensing fees; the first attempt at the state EMT exam would be included for participating students. - Local connections: the staff member leading the effort works with the Southwest Fire District and also spends time at the Aboyt Township Fire Department; the district said the MOU will specify operational details and cost responsibility.
Dr. St. John said the district is finalizing the memorandum of understanding with the training academy and will present the MOU for the board’s consideration at the next meeting.
The board did not take action at the meeting; members asked for the formal MOU and details about staffing, long‑term costs and any liability/insurance arrangements prior to approval.
