Giving students real world, real work experiences benefits us all
By Bill Goede, President of Bank of America Tampa Bay At Bank of America, we are dedicated to driving… Read More
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
Pinellas County Schools’ Top 10 Teacher of the Year finalists named
(Nov. 15, 2021) The finalists were notified with a surprise break-in on November 15. The 132 nominee… Read More
The Pinellas Education Foundation Names Jessica Blais as Vice President of Communications and Marketing
Largo, Fla. – The Pinellas Education Foundation is pleased to announce that it has named Jessica Bla… Read More
Patch: LEAP Tampa Bay Receives National Award Of Excellence
(Oct. 7, 2021) — LEAP Tampa Bay College Access Network has received the 2021 Member of the Year Awa… Read More
10 Tampa Bay: ‘Stuff the Bus’ donations delivered to Woodlawn Elementary in St. Pete
(Sept. 29, 2021) ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The 10 Tampa Bay team asked you to help us “Stuff the… Read More
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
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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Happy Thanksgiving! We’re so thankful that our community continues to support our students, teachers and schools. Together, we are accelerating student achievement!
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 6-9 grade enrolled in Pinellas County Schools for this life-changing program. To learn more and apply, please visit: pinellaseducation.org/tsic
Please join us for ChangeMakers 2021, presented by DITEK and Duke Energy. Our annual breakfast will highlight how the community’s support brings the mission of the Pinellas Education Foundation to life. The success of Pinellas County students, teachers, and schools is made possible because of you - our ChangeMakers! ![]()
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Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available at pinellaseducation.org/changemakers
Congratulations to the Top 10 Finalists for Pinellas County Schools' 2021-2022 Teacher of the Year! We hope you'll join us as we honor these finalists and the 132 nominees at the Evening of Excellence on Jan. 26, 2022.![]()
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Pinellas County Schools’ Top 10 Finalists:![]()
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Eileen Iacobucci, East Lake High School![]()
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Bonnie Capra, Pinellas Technical College at St. Petersburg![]()
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Lorna Kelley, Tyrone Middle School![]()
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Sarah Swoch, Pinellas Park Middle School![]()
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Justin Howard, Campbell Park Elementary School![]()
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Esvicloria Blasingane, Pinellas Secondary School![]()
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Catalina Andujar, Eisenhower Elementary School![]()
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Melissa Walls, Safety Harbor Elementary School![]()
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Ivana Grant, Richard O. Jacobson Technical High School at Seminole![]()
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Deanna Russo, Seminole High School🎖 The Top 10 Finalists for Pinellas County Schools' 2021-2022 Teacher of the Year have been named! 132 nominees were blindly scored on multiple criteria by a panel of judges. ![]()
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The finalists will undergo further scoring by a second panel of judges, and the winner will be announced at the Evening of Excellence on January 26, 2022.![]()
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The finalists are:![]()
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Eileen Iacobucci, East Lake High School![]()
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Bonnie Capra, Pinellas Technical College at St. Petersburg![]()
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Lorna Kelley, Tyrone Middle School![]()
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Sarah Swoch, Pinellas Park Middle School![]()
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Justin Howard, Campbell Park Elementary School![]()
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Esvicloria Blasingane, Pinellas Secondary School![]()
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Catalina Andujar, Eisenhower Elementary School![]()
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Melissa Walls, Safety Harbor Elementary School![]()
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Ivana Grant, Richard O. Jacobson Technical High School at Seminole![]()
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Deanna Russo, Seminole High School![]()
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Congratulations to all of the nominees! #PCSProud
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 for this life-changing program. To learn more and apply, please visit: pinellaseducation.org/tsic
