Pinellas County Schools Talent Identification Program (PCS TIP)

Talent Identification Program Livestream

Families who have registered for the test and want to learn more about the SAT TIP and the Road to Recognition Event are encouraged to attend a Livestream event on February 19th at 6:00pm.

The link to the event can be found below. This can also be viewed as a recording if you are unable to attend the event. 

Link to Livestream

PCS TIP is the option Pinellas County Schools has established to: 

• Identify and enrich academically talented 7th grade students
• Assist students and parents/guardians to develop college-preparatory academic plans for 8th grade, high school, and beyond
• Provide valuable practice to students before the PSAT and SAT in high school to qualify for National Merit and other scholarship opportunities, as well as college entrance

The PCS TIP experience serves 7th grade students with SAT Tutorials and provides them with the opportunity to experience a real SAT.  Students who participate in the TIP SAT are then invited to the Road to Recognition event.  This event includes a high school fair, live presentations with the opportunity for Q & A at the end of each session, prize giveaways, and the option to tour the USF St. Petersburg college campus.  TIP students and families who have previously attended indicated that they feel better prepared to make decisions about their student’s future in high school and beyond.

For TIP students and families interested in attending the 2025 Road to Recognition event:

• The event is invitation only for students who complete the TIP SAT. 
• Students receive their invitation upon completion of the SAT on March 5. 
• Students must RSVP to attend and only one parent/guardian per student may attend to ensure we have capacity for all interested students.

Here is the menu of informational sessions being offered at Road to Recognition 2025.  Please read the descriptions below to decide which sessions are most beneficial for your student.

• Charting your Course: Discover the numerous possibilities available in Pinellas County Schools through Pre-AP, Advanced Placement, AICE, and Dual Enrollment courses. We will give an overview of these options and help you learn the best fit for your future.
• Cruising to College: Is your student college-bound? Hear from USF Academic Recruiters about the college application and acceptance process. It is never too early to start planning for college!
• Say Hello to Xello: Uncover the opportunities for college and career planning through Xello. Get an inside look at how this comprehensive program prepares K-12 students for a successful future in post-secondary education.
• Steering through your Score Report: Learn to navigate the information contained in your score report and use it as a tool for future success. We will discuss the different elements of the report and the resources available for those looking to improve their score for the PSAT and SAT.
• Traversing the Transition: The transition from 8th grade to high school can be difficult to navigate. Discuss dates and deadlines for important tasks such as high school shadowing, applying for a District Application Program, and more!
• USFSP Campus Tour: Explore the beautiful waterfront campus of USF St. Petersburg during a campus tour. Led by USFSP tour guides, you get an up-close view of USFSP's academic programs, student organizations, and waterfront recreation, such as kayaking and sailing. Hear from current students about what college life is really like at USFSP.

For TIP students and families who are unable to attend the 2025 Road to Recognition event, PDF versions of the presentations will be available beginning Monday, April 21st.