Pasco County Schools award
Pasco County Schools has been awarded the EVERFI 2020 Champion District Seal, which recognizes districts that demonstrate an exemplary commitment to whole-child education.
Pasco won the award for its support of financial education, mental health, digital safety, substance abuse prevention, STEM and other initiatives that benefit students, according to a Pasco County Schools news release.
“We are honored to earn this recognition because we believe that teaching the whole child has a positive impact on students’ health and well-being, helping them succeed in college, career and life,” Kurt Browning, Pasco County superintendent of schools, said in the release.
“Educators in Pasco County are having a profound impact on students that goes well beyond their time in our school system,” Browning said.
EVERFI is a digital education organization focused on helping educators address the most challenging issues affecting students and society, including financial literacy, social-emotional learning, health and wellness, inclusion, and college and career readiness.
Each year, the organization honors school districts that demonstrate a dedication to equity and the well-being of all students.
To learn more, visit EVERFI.com/k-12/champion-seal/.
New initiative partnership
Fred K. Marchman Technical College is joining forces with the Florida Department of Education for a new workforce education initiative aimed at raising awareness of short-term career and technical education programs.
“Get There Florida” highlights the benefits of the programs available locally in Pasco County and to all Floridians statewide.
Career and technical education, often referred to as CTE, is a critical component in preparing individuals for occupations important to Florida’s economic development, especially during this time of economic challenges.
Programs are organized into 17 career paths and are geared toward middle school, high school, district technical school, and Florida College System students.
At Marchman Technical College, students can enroll in an in-demand, high-quality workforce program, move quickly and gain critical skills needed in East Central Florida, Region IV essential and emerging industries.
Programs include, but are not limited to: automotive service technology, cosmetology, electricity, patient care technician, and welding technology.
For more on program offerings, visit FKMTC.edu.
To learn about the CTE and workforce training programs available at state and technical colleges, visit GetThereFL.com.
Student-athlete finalists
Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) Tampa Bay has named seven Pasco County Schools student-athletes as finalists in its Triple-Impact Competitor Scholarship.
The PCA aims to show student-athletes how to use their athletic platform to benefit others.
Selected finalists participate in a year-long program, to gain professional skills by meeting with business leaders and mentors; completing phone, video and personal interviews; promoting their school or club athletic team; and giving back to their communities with volunteer service to parks and recreation centers.
Winners will be selected in the spring as recipients of the Triple-Impact Competitor Scholarship Award, presented by Sagicor Life Insurance Company.
Each of the seven students has the opportunity to earn $2,000 toward college expenses.
The student-athlete finalists are:
- Taylor Denney, Land O’ Lakes High School
- Alexa Dusch, Mitchell High
- Alexis Fernandez, Land O’ Lakes High
- Kelsey Kadlub, Pasco High
- Kaylei Koschman, Wesley Chapel High
- Kayla Mys, Wesley Chapel High
- Emma Rogers, Mitchell High
Scholarship America
Scholarship America, a nonprofit scholarship and education support organization, is accepting applications through Oct. 15, for the 2021 Scholarship America Dream Award.
The program is open to any college student with financial need, who has overcome barriers and has successfully completed at least one year toward their college education.
The scholarships are inclusive of all types of students, from diverse backgrounds, seeking a two-year or four-year degree.
The scholarships are renewable and increase in amount each year.
Scholarship America has awarded more than $2.3 million to 108 students, with scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 based on financial need.
Eligible students can apply online at LearnMore.scholarsapply.org/dreamaward/.
Upon application, students also will be notified about additional scholarship programs that they may be eligible for.
Program options
Upcoming dates for events related to Pasco County Schools’ Pasco Pathways/Innovative Programs and School Choice options available for students:
- Nov. 16 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.: Virtual Pasco Pathways Expo (west side)
- Nov. 19 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.: Virtual Pasco Pathways Expo (east side)
- Jan. 7 to Jan. 21: Pasco Pathways Application Window
- Feb. 19 to Feb. 28: Secondary Notification and Acceptance Window
- March 12 to March 26: Elementary Notification and Acceptance Window
For more information, visit Pasco.k12.fl.us/ed_choice.
TechHire scholarships
CareerSource Tampa Bay and the TechHire program are offering scholarships to students who want to receive entry-level certification for information technology and health care related fields.
The TechHire scholarships will cover 100% tuition for qualified programs.
The classes are accelerated programs for ages 17 to 29 in the Tampa Bay area, to help students discover and learn technology skills that are in demand by local businesses.
Scholarship coverage includes tuition, lab and certification fees, and amounts range from $100 to more than $3,000, depending on the program and funding availability.
For a list of covered IT and health care training programs, visit tinyurl.com/y2p2vdgf.
Students who qualify will be contacted by a TechHire administrator who will assist in the application process.
Internet & WiFi offer
Charter Communications Inc., has relaunched its Remote Education Offer to provide free Spectrum internet and WiFi access for 60 days to households with kindergarteners through 12th- graders, college students and/or educators.
The promotion is available for customers that live in a Spectrum market and do not currently have Spectrum internet services.
To enroll, call (844) 310-1198, and a free installation kit will be provided.
