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Jan. 21, 2026 - She will be entered in the state Teacher of the Year competition, sponsored by the Florida Department of Education.
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Jan. 21, 2026 - She will be entered in the state Teacher of the Year competition, sponsored by the Florida Department of Education.
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Jan. 20, 2026 - The recommendations are designed to address long-term enrollment trends, ensure responsible use of district resources, and maintain strong, sustainable learning environments.
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Jan. 16, 2026 - Superintendent Hendrick was named the 2026 FMEA Superintendent of the Year, and the School Board was named FMEA 2026 School Board of the Year.
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Jan. 15, 2026 - The appointment marks a significant achievement for the Seminole High School Class of 1989 graduate and valedictorian.
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Jan. 13, 2026 - The district's graduation rate for 2024-25 rose nearly two percentage points above the previous year
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Internship opportunities available for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Jan. 12, 2026 - Pinellas County Schools is hosting a parent information session about Project Search programs at the school district's Administration Building.
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Jan. 6, 2026 - Pinellas County Schools has launched a new on-demand, online self-paced workshop to simplify the process.
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Jan. 5, 2026 - Discover community resources, explore educational opportunities, and take part in World Languages workshops.
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Dec. 15, 2025 - Through this partnership, all Pinellas County families will receive a free annual subscription to a platform featuring practical tools to help keep children safe online.
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Dec. 5, 2025 - Carlos Childs, Family & Community Liaison at Campbell Park Elementary, was named 2025-2026 PCS Support Employee of the Year.
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Build the Habits of Good Attendance Early
Missing more than 15 days of school can make it harder to learn to read and develop good fluency. Students can fall behind if they miss just a day or two days every few weeks. Being tardy frequently leaves students out of important morning class routines. Try and develop a backup plan with family and neighbors if you need help getting your child to school.
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Friday Family Lunch is a tradition unique to Westgate. Families are invited to school every Friday to have lunch with their child in our outdoor courtyard or with other families across from the cafeteria.
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Give your child the best start with Pinellas County Schools’ Early Learning programs — including Pre-K3 and VPK (Voluntary Prekindergarten).
Events
Ice Cream available in the cafeteria
Learn more about the Multilingual Services Expo
Join us for the Multilingual Services Expo. Pinellas County Schools' Multilingual Services department is partnering with 60 community organizations to provide a variety of resources to families. The district will also showcase the languages offered in our schools.
The event will feature academic, financial, and social services, including tutoring, scholarships, and healthcare.
If you have any questions, please contact Ramona Zambrano at zambranor@pcsb.org or (727) 588-6341.
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YReads provides kindergarten through 5th grade students with two hours of targeted literacy mentoring each week. Specialized instruction is delivered one-on-one, small group, or in whole group settings. YReads builds critical reading foundations in phonics, vocabulary, fluency and sight word recognition to help close early literacy gaps.
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STEM lays the foundation for curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving by introducing young learners to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on, age-appropriate activities.
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Westgate has been recognized as a Florida PBIS Model School for its strong program. Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is a framework to provide strategies and improve student outcomes in our classrooms. PBIS creates schools that support everyone, especially students with disabilities.
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Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-27 School Year is Underway!
Attend a Ready, Set,...Kindergarten event near you!
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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.
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Aligned with our Power Up Learning digital responsibility curriculum, Pinellas County Schools has partnered with the Juvenile Welfare Board (JWB) to support student online safety and empower families with reliable digital resources.
Friday Family Lunch is a tradition unique to Westgate. Families are invited to school every Friday to have lunch with their child in our outdoor courtyard or with other families across from the cafeteria.
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.
89%
SCHOOLS WITH A OR B GRADES
144
SCHOOLS DISTRICT WIDE
25K
VOLUNTEERS
91.5%
GRADUATION RATE
9th
LARGEST FLORIDA SCHOOL DISTRICT
80+
MAGNET AND FUNDAMENTAL PROGRAMS
Videos and Features
Dr. Michael A. Grego Leadership Institute Dedication
Creating a Culture of Kindness
Boys Read Camp at Westgate
