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LEARNING ADVENTURES: New learning
NEW Learning Opportunities Await!
by Ashley Galfond, Principal at Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School, www.patelelementary.org
A new learning opportunity awaits elementary students of Tampa Bay in 2022 when the Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School opens the doors of the Dr. Kiran C. Patel Campus for Innovative Learning in August. We are a not-for-profit, tuition-free public charter school founded on Dr. Patel’s belief that “The best and most valuable gift you can give someone is the gift of education.”
Patel Elementary School’s educational program is a combination of rigorous academic content, Project Based Learning and Social Emotional Learning that focuses on Whole Child Development. Our educational program incorporates hands-on learning and supports a higher degree of student engagement with focus on the overall wellness of our students from inside out. Our motto at Patel Elementary is “Healthy Hearts and Minds”.
HOW DO YOU PLAN TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS?
Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School is committed to establishing a school climate and culture that is a safe learning environment for students, teachers and families. Project Based Learning fosters a deeper learning of academic content and builds a stronger motivation to learn. We believe that students who are embraced within a family school culture focused on the Whole Child, Social Emotional Learning and Leadership Development will be wellequipped to succeed in their future endeavors. HOW DO YOU ENSURE A SAFE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT?
Patel Elementary School students and staff adhere to the expectations of always promoting the physical and emotional safety of others. Our stateof-the-art building is secure with card entry access-controlled systems, security cameras and an on-site school security officer. Our educators take a Whole Child approach to enhance learning by addressing each student’s social, emotional, physical and academic needs.
HOW IS THE SCHOOL DESIGNED?
With an intentional design of larger (square footage) innovative classrooms within our beautiful new building, student workspaces are created to allow opportunities for flexible group learning, collaboration, access to technology and independent workstations. Physical well-being is supported through daily opportunities to engage in physical education, recess and brain breaks on our playgrounds, tennis courts, soccer fields and track.
HOW CAN MY CHILD BECOME A PART OF THE DR. KIRAN C. PATEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FAMILY?
We are now accepting kindergarten, first and second grade student applications at www.patelelementary.org. We officially open and welcome our first students in August 2022. Our inaugural year will include kindergarten through second grade, with an enrollment of 270 students. We will add a grade level each year, until we meet capacity with 652 students in kindergarten through 5th grade. Please visit our website for opportunities to tour the school and learn more.
LCC DAY SCHOOL 4400 Chancellor St. NE, St. Petersburg 33703 727-522-8331; lccdayschool.com
LCC Day School is a partnership of school, church and families, inspiring superior academic performance while instilling leadership, responsibility and values in a nurturing environment. Our mission is to meet the changing needs of our students as they develop their God-given potential from early childhood through adolescence.
LIFE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 5209 Tampa Palms Blvd., Tampa 33647 813-443-3122; Lifeia.org
An exceptional multilingual program fostering students' global-mindedness celebrating Humanity, Diversity and Earth. The program is based on Montessori philosophy and naturalism education in a green environment. LIFE instills an ethical standard in students and encourages them to build a higher purpose than self. Life is more than a school; it’s a village.
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY MAGNET (IB)
1207 E. Renfro St., Plant City 33563 813-757-9329; lincoln.mysdhc.org
We prepare students to meet the challenges of world citizenship with confidence, imagination and integrity. Students can study global cultures and develop an open and curious mind. Students engage in music and arts programs, Odyssey of the Mind, Robotics Team, inquiry-based learning centers, student action/service learning, world languages and more.
LOCKHART ELEMENTARY MAGNET (CREATIVE SCIENCE CENTRE)
3719 N. 17th St., Tampa 33610 813-276-5727; lockhart.mysdhc.org
Students learn using the latest technology, such as STEM tools, LEGO robotics and flight simulators. The national Project Lead the Way program engages students in hands-on activities, projects and problems that are reflective of real-world challenges. Students engage with robotics experiences, engineering challenges, outdoor learning and wildlife habitats.
LOMAX ELEMENTARY MAGNET (GIFTED TALENT ACADEMY)
4207 26th St., Tampa 33610 813-276-5569; lomax.mysdhc.org
Students are active thinking and learning citizens, engaging their minds with Math Olympiad, TiViTz, chess, Future Problem Solvers and Odyssey of the Mind. We embrace the arts with World Drumming, violin and Little Kids Rock; build with LEGO and VEX Robotics; and grow through Student Ambassadors and National Honor Society.
MACFARLANE PARK ELEMENTARY MAGNET (IB)
1721 N. MacDill Ave., Tampa 33607 813-356-1760; macfarlanepark.mysdhc.org
As the #1 Elementary Magnet School in America in 2020, we offer students a unique and unbelievable experience. We prepare students to meet the challenges of world citizenship with confidence, imagination and integrity. Students study global cultures, engage in music and arts programs, Odyssey of the Mind, Robotics Team, inquiry-based learning centers, student action/service learning, world languages and more.
MARSHALL MIDDLE MAGNET (IB CANDIDATE)
18 S. Maryland Ave., Plant City 33563 813-757-9360; hillsboroughschools.org/marshall
Marshall IB students are guided by the International Baccalaureate program. The school is an IB Candidate School with authorization on the close horizon. Students can engage in STEM, robotics, culinary arts, Math League and AVID college readiness. Optional Scholar Quest high school credit courses offer additional rigor. Enrollment: 500 Class-Size: 8-17 Grades: PreK2-8 Tuition: $3,240-$12,880
Enrollment: Opening Fall 2021 Class-Size: 1:10 Grades: PreK-grade 8 Tuition: $8,000-$11,000
Enrollment: 501 Grades: K-5 Tuition: FREE
Enrollment: 387 Grades: K-5 Tuition: FREE
Enrollment: 390 Grades: K-5 Tuition: FREE
Enrollment: 370 Grades: K-5 Tuition: FREE
Enrollment: 911 Grades: 6-8 Tuition: FREE
A place where children love to learn through hands-on lessons and are allowed to progress at their own pace. Foreign Language lessons in both Chinese and Spanish are included. Come see what makes us unique!
MONTESSORI CHILDREN’S HOUSE OF HYDE PARK 2416 W. Cleveland St., Tampa 33609 813-354-9511; hydeparkmontessori.com
Montessori Children’s House of Hyde Park is an accredited A.M.I. Montessori institution for 3-year-olds through sixth grade. The school is distinguished by its internationally recognized Montessori program and focuses on the development of the whole child - the physical, social, emotional and cognitive, during the most formative years of life.
MONTESSORI HOUSE DAY SCHOOL 5117 Ehrlich Road, Tampa 33624 and 7010 Hanley Road, Tampa 33634 813-961-9295; montessorihousedayschool.com
Montessori House Day School is the first school in the nation to gain accreditation under the new strict standards of the American Montessori Society (AMS). It is an independent private school for 18 months through sixth grade, with a focus on the development of the whole child - the physical, social, emotional and cognitive, during the most formative years of life.
MOTHER TERESA OF CALCUTTA CATHOLIC SCHOOL 17524 Lakeshore Road, Lutz 33558 813-933-4750; mtctampa.org
A private elementary in Lutz serving K-8, our mission is to develop young people who strive for academic excellence, respect the dignity of each individual and foster service to others. We are committed to continuing our tradition of academic excellence by providing a rigorous curriculum in a nurturing Christ-centered environment. Guided by the example of Jesus and our patroness, Mother Teresa, we strive to develop a dedication of service to others and a devotion to the Catholic faith.
MULLER ELEMENTARY MAGNET
(VISUAL, PERFORMING, COMMUNICATION ARTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES)
13615 N. 22nd St., Tampa 33613 813-558-1355; muller.mysdhc.org
The only elementary magnet school to host TWO programs--arts and environmental science--Muller Magnet meets the needs of students of all interests! Daily, students experience strings, dance, music and art classes. They engage in the orchestra and rock band, performance groups and our annual musical. Students can explore the outdoor classroom, global gardens and take part in the National Honor Society and student government.
NORTH TAMPA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 5585 E. County Line Road, Wesley Chapel 33544 813-991-0801; northtampaca.com
North Tampa Christian Academy (NTCA) is an accredited college preparatory private school, serving students in grades K - 12. Located in Wesley Chapel on 44 acres, NTCA provides immersive on-campus education that encourages innovation through project-based learning and an engaging thematic structure. When life demands flexibility for an off-campus option, we also provide the Titan Teacher Network, a "teacher-centric" live online learning experience.
NORTH TAMPA CHRISTIAN EXPLORERS PRESCHOOL 5585 E. County Line Road, Wesley Chapel 33544 813-991-0820; northtampaca.com/preschool
We support young children as they develop skills of exploring, choosing, creating and solving for God’s glory. Children are challenged to stretch themselves and persevere as they make sense of the world around them. Our safe and secure facility is nature-inspired, diverse and family oriented. Enrollment: 115-190 Class-Size: average 25 Grades: 12mo to grade 5 Tuition: $8,200-$9,500
Enrollment: 110 Class-Size: varies Grades: ages 3-grade 6 Tuition: $7,750-$11,200
Enrollment: 140 Class-Size: varies Grades: ages 18 months trough grade 6 Tuition: $9,930-$13,060
Enrollment: 420 Class-Size: 25 Grades: K-8 Tuition: $6,865-$8,235
Enrollment: 439 Grades: K-5 Tuition: FREE
Enrollment: 400 Class-Size: varies Grades: K-12 Tuition: $13,745 - $18,230
Enrollment: 135 Class-Size: varies by age Grades: six weeks to PreK Tuition: $115-390 per week
