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Are you tired of searching for the perfect "3-prong, plastic folder with pockets?" SCA can help! Let us shop for your child's school supplies this year. SCA offers school supply packages for students in K-8th grade. There are some supplies on each list SCA does not provide. Please be sure to read the list for the grade your student(s) will be entering.

Following a nationwide search, Shorecrest is pleased to announce that Earl Walton will join the School as its the first-ever Director of the Ross Roeder Institute for Economics, Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship (RRI). A seasoned entrepreneur, business leader, and educator, Earl brings a wealth of experience, passion and drive to launch the RRI at Shorecrest.

On Saturday, May 20, members of the Shorecrest Preparatory School centennial Class of 2023 received their diplomas in the Janet Root Theatre. Among the graduating class of 91 were 10 students recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Corp. including two who received National Merit College-Sponsored Scholarships, 5 NCAA committed student-athletes, and Thespians acknowledged by the Broadway Star of the Future Awards! Nine Chargers were recognized as STEAM Scholars and 3 as Global Scholars. Collectively the Class of 2023 had an average GPA of 3.9.

The SCA Nominating Committee is pleased to announce the 2023-2024 school year SCA Executive Committee

It's wonderful to have admission offers from multiple colleges as students plan exciting paths ahead. While they may have chosen not to attend some of these institutions for a variety of reasons, they are achievements worth recognizing and celebrating. Visit www.shorecrest.org/2023 for the full matriculation list and more Class of 2023 data.

Lower School Arts, Music, Technology and Spanish came together in cross curricular projects that were showcased at exciting event -- LatinXplosion! Students had a unique opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge in various subjects while gaining a deeper appreciation for diverse cultures and forms of expression to create meaningful and creative works. 

Shorecrest Upper School students in the Introduction to Engineering, Programming and Robotics course completed an Aviation Module. The students learned about the engineering and aerodynamics of drones, built and piloted their own drone, and buddied-up with first graders to fly drones through an obstacle course.

Shorecrest Pride is hosting an activity booth at St. Pete Pride's LGBTQ+ Youth Pride & Family Day. The event will be Saturday, June 10, 10am-2pm at Straub Park in downtown St. Pete.

Next summer Sra. Emili Jaime Allwood, Lower School Spanish Teacher, is planning to take LS and MS students and families to Peru. An informational meeting will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, 8-9am.

Shorecrest’s Mission is augmented by the generosity of those who support the school philanthropically or by effecting change locally, globally or right here at Shorecrest. We are pleased to spotlight Jenny and Ryan Camp who are Lower School parents, owners of Harrington Air Conditioning, and this year’s sponsors of the 1923 Society Celebration.

As we welcome new faculty and staff members for the upcoming school year, housing is a top concern for those who are moving to our area from out-of-town. If you are aware of or possess any potential rental properties that may be appropriate for new or current faculty or staff members, we encourage you to reach out to Julie Meyer.

Shorecrest currently accepts a limited number of Florida Tax Credit Scholarships, primarily for students who also qualify for financial aid at Shorecrest. For the 2023-2024 school year, we have already reached the maximum amount of state funding that we accept.

On May 18, the Shorecrest Class of 2035 - also known as this year's kindergarten - presented songs and poems they learned throughout the school year in music class, Spanish class and more.

Fourth graders had fun with their final project in Spanish as they finished the unit “Mi Comunidad.”

Shorecrest’s Mission is augmented by the generosity of our parents, grandparents, alumni and friends who support the school philanthropically or by effecting change locally, globally or right here at Shorecrest. We call these community members Contributing Chargers. This week we are pleased to spotlight Experiential and Lower School parents Zach and Abbi Reynolds. The Reynolds Family joined the Shorecrest Community in 2020, and are parents to Ellie '31 and Locke '36.

Shorecrest is exploring the possibility of adding an electric vehicle charging station to campus.

Third and fourth grade students may learn to play a wind or percussion instrument in Lower School Beginning Band next fall.

The 2022-2023 Janet Root Volunteer Service Award recipient was revealed at SCA’s Volunteer Thank-You Social attended by past winners and current volunteers.

First graders took audiences on a journey of ocean discovery in the Janet Root Theatre on Thursday and Friday with "Commotion in the Ocean," a fun and engaging show about a variety of sea creatures and their ocean habitats.

To complement the first grade's Ocean Studies unit, eighth grade Marine Science students taught a hands-on lesson about water salinity, sand and coral. Eighth graders also buddied-up with second graders to talk about plants and pollinators in the Native Classroom at the back of campus.

Shorecrest is proud to announce that after an extensive national search, Jennifer Phelps will take on the role of Director of the Center for Academic Excellence (CAE), the next iteration of the program currently known as The Learning Center at Shorecrest. The addition of this role and the program's name change are part of the expansion of the robust student support services Shorecrest offers.

Shorecrest Performing Arts presented a Spring Music Concert on April 20, 2023 in the Janet Root Theatre.

Class group photos are now available to view and purchase!

All Shorecrest Lower School students participated in Poetry in the Park to close out their Celebrate the Arts week. For an audience of family and friends, each class and other small groups recited poetry in English and Spanish. In honor of the School's centennial the show opened with an original work by Mrs. Oman and her Second Grade Students, "Happy Birthday Shorecrest."

Shorecrest Upper School and Lower School held poster design contests to celebrate the School’s centennial birthday.

An unforgettable summer adventure is coming! Full day and half day camps are available from June 5 - August 4 for age 4 - grade 12 in St. Petersburg, Florida. (Open to the public, not just Shorecrest students.)

Shorecrest's Upper School Introduction to Engineering, Programming, and Robotics course completed a design thinking project with first grade buddies. Upper School STEAM students interviewed their first grade buddies about how they would go up to the clouds and designed a prototype of what their buddy ideated.

Shorecrest alumni and their children who are current Chargers gathered in Charger Commons for the Alumni Association's annual Legacy Breakfast.

Marine Biologist and author, Carlee Jackson Bohannon, visited Shorecrest Lower School and shared her work with sharks and ocean environments which supported the first grade ocean study.

Lower School students and PE coaches were excited to once again experience Field Day!

Dr. Anna Baralt, Director of Technology and Media Services, presented on keeping students safe with technology.

SCA's annual Oldie Goldie Book Sale will be on Wednesday, May 10. Please consider donating any gently used children's books you have to the Oldie Goldie Book sale.

Throughout second semester, Shorecrest first graders are learning about the ocean, life supported by oceans, and how to keep oceans clean. Because the Gulf of Mexico is right near campus, this study is very meaningful for the young Chargers. They will present all of their learning in a performance for family and friends called “Commotion in the Ocean”.

Find thought-provoking math activities, games, and practice pages here: https://mathathome.mathlearningcenter.org/

My name is Alex Bean, and I am a senior working on my personal project for the STEAM Certificate program. I am interested in learning about what causes traffic problems in the Tampa Bay area, and how to work around overpopulation from an infrastructure perspective.

Shorecrest Upper School students in the Introduction to Engineering, Programming, and Robotics course are working on a project for Mrs. Sheppard's first grade class. The teens are studying the Design Thinking process and are using this process to create a project for their first grade buddies called "Up, Up and Away!"

Shorecrest welcomed over 600 Grandparents and Special Friends for an exceptional 38th Grandparents and Special Friends Day. Watch a video here.

First graders completed a unit of Realistic Fiction Writing and shared their books with fourth grade.

Over the past few months, second graders have been exploring the globe to learn what life is like in other parts of the world. This week they took audiences on a wonderful journey around the world through music.

The last day of Origami Club "folded" with the usual fun and creativity that only happens when you let it.

Lower School students are invited to take part in a Centennial Poster Design Contest.

The Chargers spirit could be felt under the stars on the Gaffney Green as more than 600 members of the Shorecrest community gathered for the second annual Shorecrest Community Movie Night on February 24.

We appreciate all the ways that families support Shorecrest, and acknowledge that the cost of an independent school education is a substantial investment. That is one of the reasons we offer our families tuition refund insurance. This year, re-enrolling families are automatically enrolled in the Tuition Refund Insurance Program unless they opt out of the program by checking the designated box on the enrollment contract.

Mrs. Stoddard’s students took their math lesson outdoors to study lines of symmetry and find connections between math and nature.

Coming soon for the 2023-2024 school year is the Shorecrest School Store - a brick and mortar store on campus where our community can purchase Shorecrest branded items, school supplies, snacks, drinks and more.

Fourth graders created 100 pieces of art with the theme of cupcakes for Sparky’s 100th birthday. The originals are on display in the Raymund Center on campus and some art will be used for birthday cards the School sends.

Shorecrest’s Mission is augmented by the generosity of our parents, grandparents, alumni and friends who support the School through their time, talent and philanthropic support. We call these community members Contributing Chargers. This week we are pleased to spotlight Douglas and Christina Yim, Experiential and Lower School parents of Olivia '32 and Laz '36. Since joining the community in 2021, Christina has devoted her time to the School because she enjoys watching her children interact with their friends and seeing their classroom experiences in real-time.

Alexis Ver Eecke (“Ms. V”) is the new Media & Information Technology Specialist for ES and LS.

Students in grades 3-8 can take part in a Soccer/Futsal Camp during spring break. In this fast-paced morning camp, learn the best of both worlds: playing soccer outside and futsal indoors. What is futsal? Futsal is a fast-paced, indoor game that is played with similar boundaries to a basketball court. Futsal is outstanding for developing footwork, improving technical ability and challenging players to make quick decisions in tight areas.

Lower School found many fun ways to celebrate the 100th day of the 100th year of Shorecrest!

Mrs. Carson and Mrs. Sheppard's first grade classes welcomed WFLA Channel 8 Tampa Bay Chief Meteorologist & Climate Specialist Jeff Berardelli as a guest expert during their study of weather.

Third graders are wrapping up a unit on Changemakers. A Changemaker is one who desires change in the world and gathers knowledge and resources to make that change happen. To share their learning, the third graders hosted a March for Change around the Shorecrest campus on January 27. The culminating event for the young Changemakers was the third grade performance, “Be The Change.”

Mrs. Silvers’ and Mrs. Simons’ students, who are studying maps, participated in a photo zoom-in. The Chargers saw a small portion of a larger image projected on the board. They made guesses as to what the larger picture might be based on the little visible piece.

The past several years of added stress and burden have taken a toll on everyone. Children and teenagers are reporting levels of stress, anxiety, and depression at rates never seen before. A session led by Kate Fierce, LS/MS Counselor, will give attendees strategies to support their own wellbeing, while supporting the needs of the children and teens in their lives.

Shorecrest welcomes Tyler Martin as an Information Technology Engineer in the Technology Department.

"Evening Charge" is a workshop series for adults in the Shorecrest community and their adult friends. Follow *one* course through the following Spring 2023 Thursdays: February 9, February 16, February 23 and March 2 - from 7-8:30pm.

Global Explorers is a program in Shorecrest Lower, Middle and Upper Schools that strives to create a global mindset in our students and an appreciation and understanding of world cultures. Soon, Shorecrest will welcome a delegation from our partner school in Mexico City, Escuela Ameyalli. They will be hosted by fourth and fifth grade families.

The Learning Center at Shorecrest serves all students of our school to ensure academic success at all levels including Alpha, JK, and K-12. Over the past few months, I have been in discussions with Tracie Belt and others about ways for The Learning Center to grow and evolve, including a new 12-month role for the Director of the Learning Center.

The Athletics Department is considering creating a basketball club for students in kindergarten-5th grade to begin in February. Please fill out the form if interested.

Please see the attached calendar for the 2023-2024 school year. This calendar is also posted at www.shorecrest.org/calendar. We strive to publish this information as early as possible to help faculty, staff, students and families plan ahead.

We are ready to move forward with the full implementation of our license plate reader system for all cars entering and exiting campus. Please complete the Vehicle Registration Form that has been uploaded to your SchoolForms Online account.