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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.
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2026 Outstanding School Volunteers
Pinellas County Schools honored volunteers at the annual Outstanding Volunteer Recognition Breakfast.
The event recognized incredible individuals who give their time, energy and compassion to support students and staff across the district. Top awards went to:
- Youth Award winner Emma Reveron, who volunteers at Tarpon Springs Elementary School
- Adult Award winner Nicole Halstead, who volunteers at Mangrove Bay Middle School
- Senior Award winner Cindy Peacock, who volunteers at Palm Harbor Middle School
The awards ceremony, sponsored by Achieva Credit Union, was held at the Feather Sound Country Club on Tuesday, Feb. 24. Pinellas County Schools recognized 17 outstanding school volunteer finalists, chosen from over 120 nominees across the district. This school year, more than 22,000 volunteers have contributed more than 115,000 hours of their time, talent and care.
Erin Murray, a reporter and anchor for Spectrum Bay News 9, hosted the event. The top award winners will represent the district in the state's Outstanding School Volunteer competition.
2025 Outstanding School Volunteers
Celebrating our 2025 Outstanding School Volunteers
Every day, students across Pinellas County thrive thanks to the dedication of volunteers who bring learning to life. This year, we proudly recognized 75 outstanding volunteer nominees from schools across the district—each one making a lasting difference.
At the 2025 Outstanding School Volunteer Breakfast, held February 28 at Feather Sound Country Club, we celebrated these inspiring individuals. The event featured performances by the Seminole High School Orchestra Quintet, as well as remarks from Superintendent Kevin Hendrick, School Board Chair Laura Hine, and Spectrum Bay News 9's Erin Murray. This event is sponsored by Achieva Credit Union.
2025 Pinellas County Schools
Outstanding Volunteer Winners
Youth: Isabella Rosado Glasford
Nominated by Eisenhower Elementary
Adult: Courtney Williams
Nominated by Fairmount Park Elementary
Senior: Vernon Bryant
Nominated by Jacobson Technical High
These incredible volunteers reflect the power of community in our schools.
Congratulations & thank you for all you do!
Area 1 Winners
Youth: Isabella Rosado Glasford, Eisenhower Elementary
Adult: Stephen White, Cypress Woods Elementary
Senior: Roberta Guilfoile, Palm Harbor Middle
Area 2 Winners
Youth: Ainesh Kumar, Largo Middle
Adult: Kasai Waller, Safety Harbor Middle
Senior: Lynn Cadogan, Plumb Elementary
Area 3 Winners
Youth: Brayden Bessler, Orange Grove Elementary
Adult: Dara Wilkerson, Thurgood Marshall Fundamental Middle
Senior: Vernon Bryant, Richard O. Jacobson Technical High
Transformation Zone Winners
Youth: Nhu’y Tran, Lealman Ave Elementary
Adult: Courtney Williams, Fairmount Park Elementary
Senior: Angela Parker, Lealman Ave Elementary
Area 4 Winners
Youth: Hailey Shockley, Rawlings Elementary
Adult: Lauren Coons, Shore Acres Elementary
Senior: Solomon James, Gibbs High
Exceptional & Alternative Centers Winners
Adult: Abigail Goodwin, Nina Harris ESE
Senior: Gail Parks, Paul B. Stephens