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Pinellas County Schools (PCS) recently shared the 2024 results for several assessments, including the… Read More
Groundbreaking strategies for systemic change
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Innovative Solutions Blog
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
Academies of Distinction
Career and Technical Education (CTE) is a core focus of our work and supports our vision of ensuring e… Read More
News
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
Oversight group gets firsthand look at how school tax dollars are used in Pinellas County
10 Tampa Bay (June 6, 2024) ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — As Pinellas County school district leaders gear u… Read More
Pinellas County scholarship program helps performing arts students hone skills
Fox 13 Tampa Bay (May 14, 2024) LARGO, Fla. – For two decades, the Walker’s Rising Stars Schol… Read More
Pinellas County voters may decide on proposed tax increase to boost school funding
10 Tampa Bay (May 7, 2024) LARGO, Fla. — Pinellas County voters may have another question on their b… 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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Only 1 week until Election Day! As you cast your vote, remember our responsibility to support our schools. If this Referendum does not pass, teachers will lose their salary supplements, and significant program cuts will be necessary. We risk losing high-quality teachers to surrounding districts that provide this type of support.![]()
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By voting YES, you’re investing in the future of our children and strengthening our community.![]()
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Please join us in supporting the 2024 Pinellas County Schools Referendum.![]()
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Learn more: pinellaseducation.org/referendum
Pinellas Education Foundation is accepting applications for our Take Stock in Children program for eligible Pinellas County Schools students in grades 6-9. ![]()
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This life-changing opportunity provides students with:![]()
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☑️College success coaches to help achieve academic goals![]()
☑️College scholarships to build a brighter future![]()
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The deadline to apply is November 30, 2024. Don't miss out! Learn more about the program, eligibility, and how to apply by visiting: pinellaseducation.org/students
Election Day is just 11 days away, and early voting is in full swing! Now is the perfect time to get informed before heading to the polls.![]()
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This recent story from ABC Action News - WFTS - Tampa Bay explains how the Pinellas County Schools Referendum supports essential programs like art, technology, and reading, along with providing supplemental pay for our dedicated teachers and support staff.![]()
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If the Referendum does not pass, our district will no longer receive any millage tax funding at all. ![]()
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Help us secure this continued investment in our schools—vote YES on the referendum!![]()
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Watch the story: www.abcactionnews.com/news/region-pinellas/new-pinellas-county-referendum-could-increase-teacher-...![]()
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Learn more: pinellaseducation.org/referendum
New Pinellas County referendum could increase teacher supplemental pay and fund arts programs
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Not only would the referendum pay for more arts and technology resources, but it would also nearly double supplemental pay for teachers.
🎓 Attention Pinellas County Schools Seniors! 🎓![]()
The Pinellas Education Foundation is awarding scholarships to help you take the next step in your education journey—whether it’s a university, community college, technical, or arts school! ![]()
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☑️ Complete one application![]()
☑️ 300+ scholarships awarded![]()
☑️ Scholarships ranging from $500-$20,000![]()
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To learn more and apply, visit pinellaseducation.org/students
The general election is less than two weeks away, and our critically important Pinellas County Schools Referendum is on the ballot. We want to ensure voters are informed before casting their vote. Check out this article from the Tampa Bay Times that explains key details about the Pinellas County Schools Referendum and highlights why voting YES is essential to continue our investment in students, teachers, and schools.![]()
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If the Referendum does not pass, the funding will stop in July 2025. Salary supplements will be eliminated and all programs that exceed the minimum requirements will be in jeopardy. Join us in voting YES to support our A-District. ![]()
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Read the article: www.tampabay.com/news/florida-politics/elections/2024/10/02/pinellas-school-board-referendum-2024...![]()
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Learn more: pinellaseducation.org/referendum
The Pinellas school board referendum on 2024 ballots, explained
www.tampabay.com
The tax, in place since 2004, would end if voters reject the proposal.