Pasco School Choice Expo Back for Two Nights in November 2025!
The annual Pasco Pathways school choice expos will take place on November 10th at Cypress Creek High School and November 17th at Hudson High School. Both events are from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The expos are intended to inform families about the upcoming school choice application window and highlight the innovative programs available in Pasco County.
To see all the schools attending, register for a session, or access our frequently asked questions, go to www.pascoschools.org/expo.
Now Hiring School Bus Drivers!
Join Our Team! Pasco County Schools are now hiring School Bus Drivers. We offer paid training and benefits. Call (727) 774-1862 or (813) 794-1862, or apply for a position online.
Strike a Pose, Senior Ninjas! – Class of 2026 Senior Portrait Scheduling
The time has come, Class of 2026! Your final year is approaching, and it’s time to capture your legendary ninja legacy. Schedule your Senior Class Pictures now and make your mark in the scrolls of school history!
This is a significant milestone in your academic journey. Your senior portrait will serve as a lasting tribute to your achievements and growth throughout the years. Take this opportunity to present yourself with pride and professionalism as a member of the distinguished Class of 2026.
New Teacher Academy
New Teacher Academy
Our Pasco eSchool New Teacher Academy (NTA) and Florida Future Educators of America chapter is open to
ALL Pasco County Students! If you have ever considered a career in Education and want to know if it is right for you, check it out! Online classes enrolling NOW! Contact Mrs. Carter at scarter@pasco.k12.us to find out more!
Guide minds, shape futures – become a teacher!
Grow and Stay Requirements
- Full-time teaching opportunity with Pasco Schools
- $500.00 stipend is issued with the first paycheck
- $500.00 stipend is issued after completing a successful first year and signing up for year two.
- 2 years equals a $1000.00 stipend!
What is in it for you?
- Graduate from New Teacher Academy
- Graduate from 4 year College of Education program
- Obtain your certificate of eligibility from FDOE
- Opportunity for a teaching position with Pasco Schools
NTA Course Offerings
The following electives are part of the New Teacher Academy and should be taken in the order presented for the greatest benefit to you:
Introduction to the Teaching Profession
Teaching is about inspiring and empowering students to realize their potential. This course is designed to explore what it takes to be a teacher. You’ll learn about the history, purposes, issues, ethics, laws and regulations, roles, and qualifications of teaching. As you work through the course, you’ll participate in a minimum of 20 hours of guided observations and field experience in different settings. This will help you identify what teaching career path interests and suits you best, as well as effective learning environments. You’ll also build a working portfolio throughout your program, as you learn about leadership and skills opportunities offered by participating in CTS. Introduction to the Teaching Profession is the first course in the Principles of Teaching program of study in the Education and Training career cluster.
Pre-Requisites: None
Credits: 1
Estimated Completion Time: 2 segments, 32–36 weeks
Human Growth and Development
This is not a science course offering; it is a CTE course offering and the second course in the Principles of Teaching Program of Study for students interested in a career in education.
From the moment you’re born, you’re a learner. In this course, you’ll learn about different theories of development, as well as how to apply those theories to meet the varying needs of students in your classroom. You’ll also learn what can affect a student’s development, including health and safety concerns, heredity, and their environment.
Pre-Requisites: If taking the course as part of the Principles of Teaching Program of Study, Introduction to the Teaching Profession should be taken first.
Credits: 1
Estimated Completion Time: 2 segments, 32–36 weeks
Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction
This is an honors-level course. Teaching is hard work, no matter what age or grade level you are working with. You need to know how to meet the needs of a variety of learners, unpack standards, write lesson plans, create engaging lessons, and use assessments as an instructional tool, all while maintaining a solution-oriented mindset.
From teaching reading and writing skills to guiding students to think critically, the task is a big one. This course provides you with a glimpse of the classroom environment. You will continue to develop your portfolio and participate in field observations. You’ll observe children of various ages to see firsthand how teachers carry out lessons in the classroom. Most importantly, you’ll better understand the teaching profession as a unique calling.
Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction is the third and final course in the Principles of Teaching program of study in the Education and Training career cluster.
Pre-Requisites: If taking the course as part of the Principles of Teaching Program of Study, Introduction to the Teaching Profession and Human Growth and Development should be taken first.
Credits: 1
Estimated Completion Time: 2 segments, 32–36 weeks
VGATI 2025
Want to Earn Credit for a Collaboration Assignment?
Tuesday, November 18
Straz Center Instructor
Straz Center Instructor
11:00 A.M – 12:00 P,M
Appropriate for ALL Grade Levels.
Details and session link are coming soon!
Mr. Klein
Software Engineer
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Appropriate for grades 9th – 12th. This presentation is for high school students only.
Session join link coming soon!
Originally from South Florida, Mr. Klein earned his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Florida. After graduating, he spent the next 25 years in various engineering and management roles at Motorola in South Florida, where he focused on designing and implementing critical communication solutions for public safety agencies, including police, fire, and EMS across the United States and for international clients. During this time, he managed teams around the world to support these vital efforts.
He now serves as the Director of Software Engineering at Honeywell Aerospace in Tampa, where he leads teams that develop safety-critical software used to navigate commercial and military aircraft, as well as rockets and missiles.
In his presentation, Mr. Klein will showcase cool products and emphasize the importance of reading, math, and science, along with nurturing creative curiosity. He highlights how these skills are essential in a rapidly changing world where artificial intelligence is transforming the workforce. As AI takes on more basic and repetitive tasks, the future will belong to those who excel in critical thinking and problem solving, skills that empower individuals to adapt and thrive in an evolving landscape.
Paul Przepis
Attorney at Law
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Appropriate for ALL Grade Levels.
Session join link coming soon!
Students won’t want to miss the chance to meet Mr. Przepis, a Tampa Bay based attorney. Growing up right here in Hudson, Florida, and graduating from Hudson High School, he went on to study Criminology at the University of South Florida before earning his law degree from Nova Southeastern University’s Shepard Broad College of Law.
For the past 16 years, Mr. Przepis has been a licensed attorney, beginning his career as a criminal defense lawyer and now working full-time in personal injury law, helping people who have been hurt get the justice they deserve.
During his Great American Teach In presentation, Mr. Przepis will share:
- What it really takes to become a lawyer
- How law school works
- True stories from his career (told in a kid-friendly way!)
- How students who love reading, writing, debating, or helping others can succeed in legal careers
Whether someone is curious about becoming a lawyer or just wants to understand why the law is such an essential part of our everyday lives, this is a presentation they won’t want to miss!
