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July 13, 2026 - Chloe H. Schmidt of Largo High School has won a National Merit University of Florida Scholarship.
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'A' District - Third Year in a Row
Pinellas County Schools continues to demonstrate excellence as an 'A' district. For the third year in a row, Pinellas County Schools is recognized as an 'A' district by the Florida Department of Education.
Enroll for the 2026-2027 School Year
Pinellas County Schools offers high-quality preschool, excellent K–12 schools, and specialized choice programs. Whether you’re new to PCS or returning, we’re here to make enrollment easy. Welcome to our new families—and welcome back to our returning ones!
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Summer BreakSpot
Summer BreakSpot sites in Florida are providing well-balanced meals at no cost to kids while school is out for the summer.
Mentor in PCS
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Florida’s Future
Florida’s Future is Powered by Public Schools!
Through athletics, students build discipline, teamwork, and perseverance.
Events
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PCS Administration Building - Conference Hall, 301 4th Street SW, Largo, FL 33770
School Board Meeting Information
Note: 6 p.m. – First Public Hearing for Approval of the 2026-2026 Budget – Time Certain
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First Day for Students. All schools are open.
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PCS Administration Building - Conference Hall, 301 4th Street SW, Largo, FL 33770
School Board Meeting Information
Note: School Board Meeting followed by School Board Workshop on Budget.
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Labor Day holiday – No school for students
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PCS Administration Building - Conference Hall, 301 4th Street SW, Largo, FL 33770
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PCS Administration Building - Conference Hall, 301 4th Street SW, Largo, FL 33770
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End of Quarter 1
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No school for students. *Possible hurricane make-up day
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PCS Administration Building - Conference Hall, 301 4th Street SW, Largo, FL 33770
July 13, 2026 - Chloe H. Schmidt of Largo High School has won a National Merit University of Florida Scholarship.
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July 13, 2026 - East Lake High School girls’ lacrosse Coach Mo Asif was named a USA Lacrosse High School Girls Coach of the Year.
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July 9, 2026 - Two Pinellas students won first-place awards and several others placed in the top 10 at the national conference.
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July 1, 2026 - For the third year in a row, Pinellas County Schools is recognized as an 'A' district by the Florida Department of Education.
![Planning for Progress]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782746172/pcsborg/f5a8ea0lxmhudvudddtb/pfp.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782746172/pcsborg/f5a8ea0lxmhudvudddtb/pfp.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782746172/pcsborg/f5a8ea0lxmhudvudddtb/pfp.jpg","width":526}])
June 29, 2026 - Learn and share feedback on the future of Pinellas schools.
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June 29, 2026 - Scholars from Dunedin Highland Middle School were awarded the Women’s History Award and Florida’s Outstanding Project Award.
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June 29, 2026 - Florida Department of Education assessment results show that Pinellas County Schools outperformed the state in every tested subject area.
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June 15, 2026 - Eight Pinellas County Schools students and their visual arts teachers traveled to New York City to be recognized among the nation's most talented young artists at the 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards National Ceremony.
June 2, 2026 - The awards provide between $500 and $2,000 annually for up to four years of undergraduate study.
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June 1, 2026 - The award celebrates exceptional educators in their first through third years of teaching.
Announcements
For the third year in a row, Pinellas County Schools is recognized as an 'A' district by the Florida Department of Education.
Learn and share feedback on the future of Pinellas schools.
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Starting in the 2026–2027 school year, Florida’s Second Chance Act requires all high school student‑athletes to complete an ECG/EKG before their first participation in grades 9–12 athletic events.
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Summer BreakSpot sites in Florida are providing well-balanced meals at no cost to kids while school is out for the summer.
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Secure your child’s spot in Pinellas County Schools today. Easy online registration or schedule a tour!
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Pinellas County Schools encourages you to use these resources and follow PCS social media to support your child's transition to kindergarten.
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Throughout the summer, the district is reaffirming its dedication to student well‑being with the ‘Safety Starts with Me’ campaign, focusing on water safety and mental health awareness.
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Magnet and Fundamental programs are specialized educational opportunities offered to engage students, strengthen and develop talents, or provide an alternative option to the zoned school.
At a glance
Academic excellence is just one part of the equation. We are equally committed to nurturing a climate and culture of collaboration, safety, innovation, and well-being. From early childhood education to college and career readiness, we are accelerating efforts to ensure every student has the resources and opportunities to reach their full potential.
92%
SCHOOLS WITH A OR B GRADES
144
SCHOOLS DISTRICT WIDE
25K
VOLUNTEERS
93.4%
GRADUATION RATE
9th
LARGEST FLORIDA SCHOOL DISTRICT
80+
MAGNET AND FUNDAMENTAL PROGRAMS