Slow down, stay alert
With schools back in session, the Pasco Sheriff’s Office (PSO) reminds drivers to be on the lookout for students traveling to and from school, whether it be on foot, bike, scooter or by bus. Take a look at the graphic for a refresh on when to stop for school buses. Slow down and stay alert while driving. The PSO also is looking for school crossing guards. Check out JoinPSO.com to apply and for additional information.
Saint Leo puts out welcome mat
Saint Leo University rolled out the welcome mat for nearly 1,000 guests — new and prospective students and their families — at its admissions event, “Super Saturday.”
Each of Saint Leo’s colleges provided a taste of what is to come for students who are enrolling in the more than 60 degree programs the university offers.
Super Saturday gave students a chance to meet faculty and engage in activities designed to introduce them to the degree programs, future classes and real-world learning experiences.
The event also provided opportunities for parents and family members to meet with university leaders during a Q&A session.
Students also were able to get a jumpstart on the fall by registering for classes, housing and parking, attending financial aid sessions, and more.
Saint Leo will welcome new students on Aug. 28, and classes will begin on Aug. 31.
For more information about attending the school, contact the Office of Admissions at 352-588-8283, or email .
Back-to-School Bash
The First United Methodist Church of Lutz, 960 W. Lutz Lake Fern Road, will host a Back-to-School Bash on Aug. 13 starting at 5 p.m., rain or shine.
The event will include food trucks, bounce houses, make-and-take crafts, an indoor movie, and more. The Pixar movie, “Monsters University,” will begin at 7:30 p.m. Guests should bring a lawn chair or blanket.
Popcorn and movie snacks will be available for purchase, as a fundraiser for the church’s youth mission trip.
Those attending also are asked to bring a nonperishable food item for the Christian Social Services Food Pantry.
RSVP by Aug. 6. Each preregistered child will receive a gift bag.
Sign up at tinyurl.com/59c6rnue.
Leadership forum
Saint Leo University will host the FBI National Academy’s Mass Casualty Response Leadership Forum Series on Aug. 16 and Aug. 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the school’s Pasco County campus.
The forum is designed to provide those in attendance with the knowledge, skills and resources needed to improve initial response, emergency operations center procedures, and communications management during and after a crisis.
Key topics include:
- Lessons Learned (a review of past incidents)
- The dynamics of an active assailant situation
- Multi-agency Response
- Communications during and after an incident
For information, contact Laura Masterton at or 540-810-2725.
For cost and registration, visit FBINAA.formstack.com/forms/mcrlf_fl.
Student resources
The Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative offers educational resources to support student successes on the library’s website, HCPLC.org.
A few of the resources include:
- HAAL Pass (Hillsborough All Access Libraries) — All students enrolled in a Hillsborough County public school, charter school or virtual school have access to public library resources, even if they don’t have a public library card. Students can use their seven-digit student ID number to borrow up to three items from any branch, download eBooks and audiobooks, and refer to study aids and reference resources. Visit HCPLC.org/HAALPass.
- Tutor.com — Get help with schoolwork, prepare for a test, send in a paper review, and connect with a live tutor. One-to-one help also is available for Spanish-speaking students. Visit “Learning & Research” on HCPLC.org.
- Ask a Librarian — Chat with a local librarian about homework or educational needs, or ask a question via chat or email. Visit the “Get Help – Contact Us” link at HCPLC.org, or call 813-273-3652.
- Online classes and events — Free, real-time programs continue virtually, including story time for little ones, youth book clubs, or technology tutorials. Find the listings under the “Online Events & Classes” tab at HCPLC.org.
For more information, visit HCPLC.org/BackToSchool.
