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Kim Jowell CEO, Pinellas Education Foundation The Pinellas County Schools (PCS) Referendum is d… Read More
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Innovative Solutions Blog
Congratulations, Pinellas County Schools!
Pinellas County Schools (PCS) recently shared the 2024 results for several assessments, including the… Read More
Putting Children First
Pinellas County School Board member Carol Cook is a remarkable advocate for children and education. Mr… Read More
A Tribute to Dick Austin
Our Foundation is where it is today because of individuals like Dick Austin, whose steadfast dedicatio… Read More
Remembering Bob Dillinger
We celebrate the life of Bob Dillinger, a former public defender, child advocate, and philanthropist w… Read More
Celebrating Our Take Stock Seniors!
We hosted our Take Stock in Children Se… Read More
News
Gibbs High’s Dennis Zuercher Named 2025 Pinellas County Schools’ Teacher of the Year
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Press Release) Largo, Fla. – Mr. Dennis Zuercher was named the 2025 Teacher o… Read More
Pinellas Education Foundation receives Ready for School Funding from Raymond James to Support New Algebra Initiative
For Immediate Release (PRESS RELEASE) LARGO, FLA – January 14, 2025 – Pinellas Education F… Read More
Pinellas Education Foundation Provides $1.6 Million in Support to Pinellas County Schools Following Hurricanes Helene and Milton
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Press Release) Largo, FLA – November 25, 2024 – Pinellas Education Foun… Read More
Pinellas Education Foundation Celebrates Education Advocates at Annual ChangeMakers Breakfast
(Press Release) Largo, FLA — September 6, 2024 — Pinellas Education Foundation proudly hosted its… Read More
Pinellas Education Foundation and Pinellas County Schools Proudly Announce the Bob and Joanne McIntyre Center
(Press Release) Largo, FLA — August 21, 2024 — Pinellas Education Foundation and Pinellas County s… Read More
Kiwanis Club of St. Petersburg Donates Over $166,000 to Pinellas Education Foundation’s Mentoring Program
Press Release (June 18, 2024) Largo, Fla. — Pinellas Education Foundation is thrilled to announce a… Read More
White Papers and Reports
Early Literacy Scan Report
In late 2019 the Pinellas Education Foundation convened an Early Literacy Steering Committee to better… Read More
Preparing Pinellas Students for the Future: College and Career Readiness Insights
For this report, college and career ready is defined by the indicator tracked by the Florida Departmen… Read More
Career and Technical Education
Pathways for Postsecondary and Employment Readiness Many jobs require more than a high school diploma… Read More
2018 Pinellas Community Indicator Report
The State of Postsecondary Access and Attainment in Pinellas County In December 2017, a group of Pinel… Read More
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🚨 Seniors, don’t wait to submit your FAFSA! Financial aid is first-come, first-served—applying early gives students the best chance at grants, scholarships, and work-study opportunities. Even if college plans aren’t finalized, completing the FAFSA keeps options open! ![]()
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📢 Parents: Encourage your student to complete their FAFSA today! Need help? Students can visit their College and Career Center for FAFSA assistance and resources to prepare for life after graduation!![]()
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🌟 We’re thrilled to announce our 2024-2025 Walker’s Rising Stars Finalists! 🌟![]()
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Join us on May 5 to watch Pinellas County Schools' most talented students take center stage at Mahaffey Theater, delivering show-stopping performances in music, dance, theater, and more!![]()
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🎟️ This is a FREE ticketless event! Mark your calendar and don’t miss this incredible night of talent. Learn more: pinellaseducation.org/walkers
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From high school artist to concept artist for Amazon Games! 🎨 Kiana Hamm, a Pinellas County Schools alumna and Walker’s Rising Stars scholarship recipient, turned her passion for art into a dream career. Her early experiences in the arts, including the foundational skills she built in school, helped shape her path to success.![]()
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Now, as a Senior Concept Artist, Kiana brings characters to life in the gaming world, proving that creativity and dedication can lead to incredible opportunities.![]()
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As we celebrate Youth Art Month, her story is a powerful reminder of how the arts inspire and prepare students for the future.![]()
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Read more about Kiana’s journey:
East Lake grad takes drawing talent to Amazon Games
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