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.
Seniors! – FREF Scholarship Opportunity!
Since 1980, Florida Retired Educators Foundation (FREF) has awarded scholarships for high school graduates who wish to teach in the State of Florida. The amount is $4000 over a four-year period, $1000 per year.
Eligibility Criteria
- Seniors graduating from an accredited Florida high school (public/private)
- Unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Minimum test scores –SAT – 1000 or ACT – 22
- MUST attend an accredited Florida college/university (public/private)
- MUST teach in Florida, following graduation. A copy of the OFFICIAL FLORIDA PROFESSIONAL TEACHING CERTIFICATE must be sent to the State FREA Office.
- The scholarship requires recipients to teach in the State of Florida for one year for every year the scholarship was awarded. If not, they must repay any scholarship monies received.
Application Process
Deadline: January 20, 2025 for application. Other supporting documents must be in by January 31, 2025.
Apply Online: www.frea.org/scholarships. If you do not have a computer, see your Guidance Counselor or the College & Career Advisor.
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.
VGATI 2025
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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!
UF Journalism and Communications
The University of Florida Summer Media Institute information on Journalism and Communication summer institute.
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