2016-2017 News Archives
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Students attend AVID leadership program
June 28, 2017 — Four Pinellas students were invited to participate in the Advancement Via Individual Determination Student Leadership program at AVID’s Summer Institute.
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Pinellas County Schools sees significant improvement in school grades
June 28, 2017 — The Florida Department of Education released the 2017 school grades, and many schools throughout Pinellas demonstrated improvement.
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New principals are announced for 2017-18
June 28, 2017 — Twenty-four schools will have new leaders in the upcoming school year.
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The first French summer camp a success
June 28, 2017 — The first French summer immersion camp included various hands-on and culturally rich activities based on various regions of France.
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Pinellas Park Middle School breaks ground on campus renovations
June 27, 2017 — The new buildings will help address increased enrollment and eliminate the use of portables.
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Students build skills, showcase creativity at Referendum-funded Digital Arts Camps
June 26, 2017 — Students learned about photography, digital drawing and painting, and stop-motion animation at the camps.
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Department of Education honors businesses committed to supporting public education
June 22, 2017 — The Commissioner’s Business Recognition Awards celebrated more than 40 outstanding educational partners at a recent ceremony in Orlando.
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See what's new on the Pinellas County Schools TV station
June 22, 2017 — A new edition of Science Rocks begins next Monday.
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District earns national recognition for communication and video projects
June 21, 2017 — The Pinellas County Schools Strategic Communications office recently won three national awards.
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Get Paid for Grades program rewards students for improving in school
June 20, 2017 — During the 2016-2017 school year, 96 students improved their reading comprehension and 66 students improved their reading level at least one grade level through participation in the Get Paid for Grades program.
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Pinellas art students and teachers honored at Carnegie Hall
June 20, 2017 — Recipients of the 2017 Scholastic Art Awards were recognized at a national ceremony on June 8.
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Student’s advocacy earns her a humanitarian award
June 15, 2017 — Jennifer Gilby’s advocacy for women and children in the community earned her recognition from the Florida Holocaust Museum.
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Boca Ciega High School students write a book about a Gulfport landmark
June 13, 2017 — Students from Boca Ciega High School will host a book signing for The Lincoln Cemetery Chronicles on Thursday.
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What's new on WPDS-TV14
June 8, 2017 — See the June episode of Spectrum of the Arts online or on Pinellas County Schools TV station.
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2017 Tarpon Springs High athlete and graduate honored
June 8, 2017 — Mackenzie Stumpf was honored by the School Board for her academic and athletic accomplishments.
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School Board approves two district-level administrators
June 7, 2017 — District names Director of School Transformation and Manager of Talent Acquisition.
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Three new principals take the helm
June 7, 2017 — School Board members approved the appointment of three new principals at their regular meeting on Tuesday.
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Students help recycle 145 tons of paper
June 7, 2017 — The Plant Operations department partnered with Recycling Services of Florida to encourage students to increase recycling at their schools.
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Lunch Pals mentoring program continues to grow
June 5, 2017 — Businesses, community organizations and individuals partner with schools to mentor students and provides the additional presence of a caring adult.
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New Spotlight on Success features student Angelika Morris
June 5, 2017 — The 2017 valedictorian of Boca Ciega High School, Angelika Morris, is featured in the district's Spotlight on Success series.
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Reading growth celebrated at Campbell Park Elementary
June 5, 2017 — At the end of the school year, Campbell Park Elementary students who struggle with reading were awarded for their gains.
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Richard L. Sanders senior wins prestigious award
June 2, 2017 – Graduating senior Megan Allen of Richard L. Sanders Elementary was selected as the recipient of this year’s Richard L. Sanders Award.
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Teachers and administrator win district music awards
June 2, 2017 — Kristen Hecht from Oldsmar Elementary and Calista Zebley from Clearwater Fundamental Middle School were named Music Educators of the Year by the Pinellas County Music Educators Association (PCMEA).
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Incoming IB freshman get a preview of their new program and school
June 1, 2017 — More than 100 incoming IB freshman attended a camp that helped to familiarize them with the curriculum and design of the program and school.
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School earns national recognition for healthy initiatives
June 1, 2017 — Westgate Elementary earned the 2017 Silver National Healthy Schools Award from the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.