Largo 11th Grader Leads Environmental Efforts, Organizes Fundraising 5K

From a brand partner: Wyland volunteers on weekends, supports conservation efforts, and helps lead student initiatives at school.

'She Loves Her Students': Largo Teacher Shout-Out

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers like Sabine Hoefner in Largo and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

'Bright, Intelligent, Smart': Here's Why Ciara Was Shouted Out As Grad

Many local graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local graduate who deserves a shoutout in Largo.

Perfect SAT, PSAT Scores Earned By Pinellas County Teen: District

A Largo High School junior earned perfect scores on both the SAT and PSAT tests, Pinellas County Schools said.

Kids Tag Art Pinellas Celebrates Local Students At Largo High School

The eighth annual Kids Tag Art Pinellas Awards Ceremony was held in January.

Pinellas Sheriff's Explorers Garner Wins At State Competition

The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Cadet Unit 900​ participated in the 2022 Florida Association of Police Explorers State Competition.

New Process Helps Pinellas County Families Get Ready For School Year

​The district has compiled all back-to-school forms so parents can fill them out online in one place.

Country Day School Appoints Michelle Brown As New Head of School

A leading pre-K-8 private school has appointed a respected educator with a strong focus on experiential learning as head of school.

Former Northeast High Principal Named Pinellas School Superintendent

Kevin Hendrick was unanimously chosen by the school board to replace Superintendent Grego, who is retiring.

New Pinellas Schools Superintendent To Be Topic Of Town Meetings

Superintendent Michael Grego said he's leaving the school district on a high note with record graduation rates.

Mask Debate Heats Back Up As 6,117 Students, Staff Test Positive

As of Wednesday, the CDC reported​ 6,679 new cases in Pinellas County, giving the county a near-record positivity rate of 23.66 percent.

College Financial Aid Applications In Largo Area: Compare To FL

See how FAFSA applications changed for Largo area high schools.

Mask Mandate Discussion Plea Rejected By Pinellas School Board

School board member Caprice Edmond wasn't able to summon a second for her motion to discuss a face mask mandate in school buildings.

Pinellas Schools Show Progress During Unprecedented Year

Nine Pinellas schools were named National PTA Schools of Excellence.

Pinellas Parents Take School Board To Task Over Lax Mask Rules

As of Monday​, 1,564 students and 422 staff members have tested positive for the coronavirus at Pinellas schools.

Achieva Credit Union Hosts Stuff The Bus Day Aug 6

Achieva is teaming up with the Pinellas Education Foundation for a school supplies drive.

Future Pinellas Deputies Earn Honors At State, National Contests

A group of teenagers showed they have what it takes to be law enforcement officers during state and national Explorer Post competitions.

St. Petersburg College Remembers Beloved Educator With Dedication Ceremony

The SPC Health Education Center nursing skills lab was dedicated in honor of the late Catherine Holmes Crumbs.

2021 College Aid: How Largo Area Compares In Application Rates

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

St. Petersburg College Brotherhood Offers Assistance To Black Men In College

SPC’s Brother to Brother program seeks to address low success, retention and completion rates among African American male college students.

St. Petersburg College Early College Honors Student Earns Perfect SAT Score

Palm Harbor University High School Junior Angela Li became the first Honors and Early College student at SPC to score a 1600 on the SAT.

Higher Education Institutions In Pinellas County Unite For Racial Justice

Representatives from four colleges that collectively serve 36,000 students in St. Petersburg are joining to dismantle racial hierarchies.

University Of Florida College Of Pharmacy: Dr. Gary Cacciatore Honored With 2021 Outstanding Alumnus Award

Gary Cacciatore, Pharm.D., J.D., a 1988 graduate of the UF College of Pharmacy and vice president of regulatory affairs and associate re ...

University Of Florida College Of Pharmacy: Two UF Pharmacy Students Score Top 5 ISPOR Abstract Awards

Two University of Florida College of Pharmacy students were selected as top scoring abstract winners out of more than 1,300 submissions ...

University Of Florida College Of Pharmacy: UF College Of Pharmacy Celebrates Class Of 2021 Graduates

The University of Florida College of Pharmacy conferred Pharm.D. degrees for 265 graduates of the class of 2021, May 15. Also joining th ...

Early College Student Headed For Ivy League

James Fackrell, an Early College student at St. Petersburg College's Seminole Campus, knows how hospitals work.

Local Foundation Helps Students Gain Fresh Start

The Patrick Brett Foundation is donating $100,000 to St. Petersburg College for a scholarship program.

Salute Your 2021 Graduate On Largo Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Largo Patch.

St. Petersburg College Will Celebrate Its Spring 2021 Virtual Commencement Ceremony On May 8

The college’s youngest graduate is 17 years old, the oldest is 76.

SPC College For Kids Is First Step To Higher Education

This year’s camp moves the experience from public school campuses to St. Petersburg College sites.

Application Fee Waived For Explore SPC Virtual College Fair

This event is scheduled for May 4.

College Financial Aid Applications In Largo Area: Compare To FL

FAFSA completions are down nationally. Here is how Largo area high schools have done so far.

In Largo Area, Share Of College Grads Rising

The portion of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been on the rise. Here's how it’s changed in Pinellas County.

St. Peter College Receives Grant For Entrepreneurial Education,Training

The goal is to help SPC’s students, faculty and staff launch high-quality businesses.

New Electrical Lineworker Program And Training Ground Opening At St. Petersburg College

The ribbon cutting for the Power Florida Training Center is set for Feb. 22.

SPC, Helios Education Foundation, Work To Create Pathways To Success For Area’s Black Males

The program will target recruitment and engagement of African American male students and postsecondary enrollment and retention at SPC.

St. Petersburg College VP Gets Kudos For Military Support

Dr. Jamelle Conner has been honored by Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve.

Mom Arrested After Not Wearing Mask; Parents Object To Rule

The Pinellas School Board voted to keep the mask mandate but add a provision that it will revisit the policy every three months.

Pinellas School Board Pushes Start Of School Back 2 Weeks

The Pinellas County School Board unanimously voted this week to push back the start of school two weeks due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Southwest Recreation Complex Preschool Enrolling Now

Both full and part-time options are available for this preschool that will get your little one socially ready for any VPK program.