Giving students real world, real work experiences benefits us all
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Groundbreaking strategies for systemic change
The Pinellas Education Foundation is proud to offer innovative solutions to the most pressing challenges faced by public education today. Explore our blog, whitepapers and other education resources, and check our calendar to see all upcoming events. To receive our latest updates and quarterly newsletter, sign up to join our email list below.
Innovative Solutions Blog
Influential Teachers Make an Impact That Last a Lifetime
By Stacy Baier, CEO When I think back to graduate school, a fond memory stands out that goes far beyon… Read More
Closing the Gap: Cutting-Edge Program Tackles a Troubling Trend by Helping Boys Catch Up
By Jim Myers and Sebastian Dortch Seven years ago, it was an issue in pressing need of a solution –… Read More
USF’s Closing of the College of Education Runs Counter to University, Community Goals
By Charles M. Harris, Chairman The teacher at the front of each classroom is an absolute cornerstone o… Read More
The Power of Internships: Summer Career Acceleration Program Readies for Second Year Following Promising Debut
One point was underscored powerfully during the first year of the Summer Career Acceleration Program:… Read More
“Teaching is a Calling:” A Reflection on a Special Profession by 2018-19 Pinellas County Schools Teacher of the Year Nicole Kenngott
By Nicole Kenngott Teachers are driven by a passion to help others to become the best versions of them… Read More
Events
December 7, 2021
The fourth annual ChangeMakers celebration pays tribute to the dedication of our community as it has supported the work of the Pinellas Education Foundation for more than three decades. December 7, 2021 Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Program begins at 8:00 a.m. St. Petersburg Marriott Clearwater 12600 Roosevelt Blvd N St. Petersburg, FL 33716 Sponsorship […] Learn More
January 26, 2022
Evening of Excellence Presented by Aetna The Pinellas Education Foundation hosts its annual Evening of Excellence, showcasing the outstanding teachers of Pinellas County Schools. Ten finalists are celebrated at this exciting event, culminating with the naming of the district’s prestigious Teacher of the Year award. When: Wednesday, January 26, 2022 Time: Show begins at 7 […] Learn More
News
10 Tampa Bay’s ‘Stuff the Bus’ Interviews
(Aug. 27, 2021) 10 Tampa Bay Stuff the Bus event day interviews Capris Edmond Interview Stacy Baier In… Read More
The Tampa Bay 100: Pinellas Education Foundation partners with JPMorgan Chase
(Sept. 15, 2021) The Pinellas Education Foundation has announced a $100,000 grant from JPMorgan Chase… Read More
Tampa Bay Business Journal: Pinellas County’s new early learning effort aims to create lifelong, career-ready learners
(Sept. 3, 2021) The future of business development is brighter in Pinellas County. Last month, the H… Read More
The Pinellas Education Foundation Partners with JPMorgan Chase to Fund Teacher Externships
JPMorgan Chase awarded the Foundation $100,000 to fund externships for teachers to better promote tech… Read More
The Weekly Challenger: $1 million donation prepares VPK, K-2 students to become stronger readers
(Aug. 13, 2021) ST. PETERSBURG — Leaders from Pinellas County Schools, Pinellas Education Foundati… Read More
10 Tampa Bay: Help kids and Stuff the Bus!
(Aug. 11, 2021) ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Kids throughout the Tampa Bay area are now back at school, so… 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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Check out these impressive images of Sponger, the state-of-the-art synthetic cadaver dog used by students in Tarpon Springs High School's Veterinary Science Academy. Career Technical Education programs like this offer students relevant, challenging experiences and certifications to prepare for in-demand jobs after high school. Our Stavros Career Education committee members enjoyed getting an up-close view of Sponger in action during a recent site visit of this program. ![]()
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Meet Sponger, Tarpon Springs High's synthetic cadaver dog
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Tarpon Springs High School's Veterinary Science Academy students are learning skills with Sponger, the academy’s state-of-the-art synthetic canine cadaver, as part of instructor Krissy Tallarino’s...
Take Stock in Children offers students hope for a better life through college scholarships and caring volunteer mentors. We are now accepting applications from students in grades 6-9 enrolled in Pinellas County Schools. To learn more about this life-changing program visit pinellaseducation.org/tsic
Melinda and Janet Liu share their experience of winning the 2021 Next Generation Entrepreneur competition. If you are a Pinellas County Schools high school student interested in starting a business, this is your opportunity to compete in a Shark Tank-style competition and to be paired up with business mentors to make it happen! The deadline to apply is Oct. 31. Learn more at pinellaseducation.org/nge.
2021 Next Generation Entrepreneurs Winning Team
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Melinda and Janet Liu share their experience of winning our 2021 Next Generation Entrepreneur competition. If you are a high school student interested in sta...
Our 2021 Stuff the Bus campaign turned out to be our most extensive collection in the history of the Pinellas Education Foundation. We're so grateful for the many individuals and businesses that hosted collections, donated supplies in-person and online, or made monetary gifts. Because of you, thousands of schools supplies have been distributed to our schools most in need. We can't thank you enough for everything you did to make Stuff the Bus a tremendous success!![]()
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To see how it all came together in support of our students and teachers, check out the Stuff the Bus recap video!
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The deadline is quickly approaching for Walker's Rising Stars! The Pinellas Education Foundation is now accepting applications from Pinellas County Schools juniors and seniors for the annual scholarship competition. Casting call categories include Dance, Instrumental, Theater, Visual Arts, and Vocal Performance. The deadline to apply is Oct. 15. Learn more at pinellaseducation.org/wrs
Check out these impressive images of Sponger, the state-of-the-art synthetic cadaver dog used by students in @spongernation's Veterinary Science Academy. Thank you @TB_Times for highlighting this @my_pcs career technical education program.
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Melinda and Janet Liu share their experience of winning the 2021 Next Generation Entrepreneur competition. We're now accepting applications to participate from @my_pcs high school students interested in starting a business. Deadline to apply is 10/31. https://youtu.be/QBfmTVEkjC4
