School’s Out for Summer
BCHS Pirates took home all or almost all the awards and scholarships at the Dr. Martin Luther King Leadership Awards ceremony and the Vyrle Davis Academic Achievement Awards.
Pinellas County Schools
Pinellas School Bus Drivers Get Pay Raise
Pay rose from $16.36 to $19.79 per hour for drivers and from $17.98 to $21.76 per hour for relief drivers.
Seniors to Get Diplomas at All Hours
“It’s kind of crazy how the county does it,” she said. “I don’t know what’s going on up there, but they need a little guidance, in my opinion.”
Gulfport Elementary a School of Excellence
Gulfport Montessori has been named a School of Excellence for 2023 by Magnet Schools of America, and the school is accepting applications.
School Fundraiser Nets $19K Under the Stars
Gulf Beaches Elementary Magnet School hosted a movie under the stars and auction on Nov. 4 and raised $19K for classroom grants. It was a true community effort, says PTA Vice President Tiffany Crosson.
Gulfport, Other South Pinellas Elementary Schools Improving
South Pinellas schools that have traditionally struggled are on the way up, according to district officials. Pinellas County Schools reported that all 15 schools in “Transformation Zones” earned C grades or higher for the past school year. These schools are mostly in the southern half of the county.
Tornado Drills: Not Just for Kids
Participate in Pinellas County’s Great Tornado Drill 2021 – stay safe and maybe win a prize.
Meals on Wheels for Kids Needs Volunteers
Meals On Wheels for Kids was born in the pandemic; with around 40% of students choosing virtual or semi-virtual learning options, the need continues.
Parents, Kids Weigh in After First Week of School
How was the first week of school in a pandemic? The Gabber spoke to parents, students and school officials.
Pinellas County Students Return to the Classroom
On Monday, August 24, Pinellas County Schools opened their doors to students for the first time since they shut down in March due to the pandemic.
