• Frequently asked questions

     

    GENERAL

    Who should apply or who is the typical Tech High student?

     

    Students who are most successful at Tech High have a LOVE for their program, they are hard-working, disciplined, respectful and self-motivated. They know that hard work and good attendance lead to good grades. 

     

    Tech High provides an academically rigorous experience for all students which means that students are challenged to think critically, perform in a real-world setting, and grow beyond their perceived limitations.  Over 90% of our academic classes are honors level and we have several Advanced Placement courses.  Tech High students can expect at least 1.5 – 2 hours of homework daily.  Technical programs are challenging and demand attendance, attention, and a great attitude.  Program textbooks are written for the adult reader, so students who are most successful at Tech High are those who have demonstrated proficiency on FSA Reading assessments.  Each quarter, more than 50% of our students earn honor roll or principal's list.  Every Tech High student will graduate with their high school diploma as well as a number of Industry Certifications in the career field associated with their program.

     

    It is no easy task, but if you are up to the challenge then Tech High is for you!

     

    APPLICATION QUESTIONS

     

    Attendance Area?

    This District Application Program (DAP) is a county-wide program.  We have students who travel far to attend Tech High who live in Tarpon Springs, Oldsmar, Safety Harbor and South St. Petersburg.

     

    Transportation Area?

    For the following programs - Building, Digital Art, Electricity, Game Simulation Programming, Marine Mechanics and Nursing, we provide school bus transportation to mid-county residents.  These areas include zoned schools of Clearwater HS; Largo HS; Pinellas Park HS; Hollins HS and Seminole HS.  See picture for bus transportation limitations. 

     

    Students outside the bus transportation boundary may request a space at an existing bus stop (hub stop).  Parents would supply transportation to and from that hub stop daily.  Parents must really consider the distance to a "hub stop" when applying to Tech High school.  The northern hub stop is at Drew Street & Old Coachman and the southernmost stop is 54th Avenue North & 58th Street North.

     

    For Veterinary program students may apply if you live Ulmerton Road south.  Arterial transportation is provided from Ulmerton Road south.

    Mid-County Transportation Map

      Pinellas County with bus areas

    SCHOOL

     

    Do you offer Performance Electives - Band, Orchestra, Drama, Chorus or Physical Education (PE)?

    We will not offer any of these elective programs at Tech High School.   

     

    EXTRACURRICULAR 

    Do you offer any sports programs?

    No, we don’t offer any sports programs here. However, our Tech High students are able to participate in their zoned school’s sports programs. Co-enrollment applications are available. 

     

    Do you have any special activities - like prom or homecoming?

    We have several school-wide activities, like clubs, organizations, and societies.  Annually, we have our Spirit Week (similar to Homecoming week); an incoming student Frameworks for Excellence workshop; annual grade-level meetings as an orientation for the school year; Club Day schedule (where we incorporate a club time into the school day); we celebrate our Honor Roll and Principal’s List with ice cream socials and Kona Ice treats; and we have school dances.

     

    12/8/2024