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Please see the additional Commencement information attached below.

May 26th: Graduation Ceremony (Please read below Grad Information for details) at 12 p.m. am at the Fairgrounds. Seniors are asked to arrive at 11:15 a.m. for graduation, doors will open at 11:15 a.m.

• There will be a $8 parking fee the day of graduation. Paper bills including one- and five-dollars bills will be accepted. No coins are accepted (CASH or CARD)
• Each Senior will be provided 10 admission tickets that will be issued on Thursday, May 25th after rehearsal at Spoto High School.
• Students and parents/guests will use the MLK or HWY 301 gates for entry.

Get ready to discover your next destination! Join us June 5 – July 28 on a journey to help you focus your interests into goals for your future. Each week we’ll dive into key topics like college & career exploration, extracurriculars, and more. Learn more: https://bit.ly/453IWyI

Summer before senior year checklist

• Research and explore colleges. This summer, visit as many college campuses as

• Brainstorm college essay topics.

• Begin writing your college essays.

• Update your college application resume. You’ll need a high school student resume for both college and scholarship applications.

• Create an Activities List for your college applications. Use the Common App Activities Section as your guide.

• Register for the SAT or ACT. Even though many colleges have gone (at least temporarily) test-optional, taking the SAT or ACT at least once is a smart move. It may improve your admissions chances!

• Make a master calendar of all important dates and deadlines. Include test dates, college application deadlines, financial aid deadlines, and scholarship application deadlines.

• Meet with your guidance counselor
• Get involved in extracurricular activities
• Getting involved: Continue to build your credentials- Keep track of your extracurricular awards, community service achievements, and anything else you participate in
• Create your resume
• Begin getting ready for the ACT or SAT
• Stay on track with your courses: Talk with your guidance counselor to make sure you’re enrolled in the classes you need to prepare you for college or a career
• Explore your career options in more detail: “Job shadow” someone who does what you think you’d like to do
• Volunteer in your community
• Start your college or career search

Meet with your high school counselor

• Schedule an appointment with your school counselor to make sure your course schedule is challenging enough to prepare you for college
• Find out about the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)—it’s accepted by 2,900 colleges and universities and can help you get college credit, save money, and save time

Explore Advanced Placement Courses

• Learn about the AP Program and how it can lead to college credit, advanced placement, or both at most colleges in the U.S.
  • Consider which of the 38 AP courses you want to take next school year
  • If you’re already enrolled in a course, be sure to register for AP Exams. Taking AP Exams helps you show colleges you’re committed and motivated to succeed. Check with your AP teacher or coordinator about your school’s registration deadline.

Take the PSAT/NMSQT or PSAT 10

• Take the PSAT/NMSQT or the PSAT 10 and get feedback through your scores on your college readiness and a free, personalized SAT practice plan to help you get ready for the SAT and for college
• Learn 4 ways to make the most of your PSAT 8/9 and PSAT 10 scores

If you’re thinking of attending a U.S. military academy

• Request a precandidate questionnaire from an academy you’re interested in

Along with your family, research how to get financial aid

• Find out how financial aid can help you afford college, where it comes from, and how you apply for it
• College can cost less than you think—learn the basics of college costs

Inside the classroom

• Develop time-management skills and get more out of your time in high school
• Create a routine for finishing your homework more efficiently and effectively

Attend college fairs or a campus tour

• Attend at least one college fair and talk to representatives from colleges you may be interested in
• If possible, visit a college nearby to see what campus life is like

Create a four-year high school plan

• Think about what you’d like to accomplish in high school
• Meet with your school counselor to make sure you’re taking the right classes
• Ask your teachers about the types of courses offered by your school.
  • For example: If you’re interested in taking an honors class, are there required classes you have to take first?

Explore Advanced Placement (AP) Courses

• Learn about the AP Program and how it can lead to college credit, advanced placement, or both at most colleges in the U.S.
  • Consider which of the 38 AP courses you want to take during high school

Start thinking about what you’re interested in outside of the classroom

• Think about jobs and careers that interest you
  • Even though your interests may change, it’s good to start thinking about possibilities
• Talk to adults, such as school counselors, teachers, and recent college graduates, about your interests

Meet with your high school counselor

• Schedule an appointment with your school counselor to discuss post-high-school plans

Participate in extracurricular activities

• Participate in extracurricular activities such as sports teams, school clubs, drama clubs, or volunteering
• If you’re interested in playing college sports, make sure you research the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) as early as your freshman year
  • The NCAA requires completion of certain core classes in high school for eligibility
  • Visit the NCAA Eligibility Center for more information

Save for college

• Start saving money for college. It’s never too late or too early—every little bit helps
• Learn about financial aid, student loans, and scholarship opportunities that will help you pay for college

Explore summer opportunities

• Apply for a job or internship, or volunteer in your community
  • These experiences will help you learn about yourself and even put you on a path to your future career

Get familiar with PSAT-related assessments and the SAT

• Ask your teacher if the PSAT 8/9 is offered at your school and sign up if it is
  • This test will help you build up skills, so you’ll be ready to take the SAT in 11th or 12th grade

Visit bigfuture.org for more free, comprehensive college planning resources.

2023-24 Cheer Tryouts are just around the corner! Athletic paperwork is due on May 31st!

Listed below is the May 2023 Mobile Food Pantry locations. Families and staff members that could benefit from additional assistance as we deal with food insecurities in the Tampa Bay area.

HILLSBOROUGH | Tampa Underground -Ministerio Mujeres Restauradas por Dios Underground

May 17 @ 9:30am - 11:30am

798 E Chelsea St., Tampa, FL 33603

*Car line starts: 798-774 E Chelsea St., Tampa, FL 33603 under the 275 overpass* to receive a ticket stub. You will then be directed to 4310 N Nebraska Ave, Tampa, FL 33603 to receive your food.

HILLSBOROUGH | Humanitary Medical Center Tampa

May 17 @ 10:00am - 12:00pm

6607 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa FL 33614

HILLSBOROUGH | *MEGA PANTRY* HCC Dale Mabry

May 17 @ 4:00pm - 6:00pm

4001 W Tampa Bay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33614 Drive-thru site

HILLSBOROUGH | UACDC

May 17 @ 4:30pm - 6:00pm

14013 N. 22nd St. Tampa, FL 33614 Drive-thru site

HILLSBOROUGH | La Senda Antiqua

May 18 @ 11:00am - 12:30pm

4810 N. Howard Avenue, Tampa, FL 33603

HILLSBOROUGH | *MEGA PANTRY* HCC Dale Mabry

May 20 @ 8:00am - 11:00am

4001 W Tampa Bay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33614 Drive-thru site

HILLSBOROUGH | Dover Advent Christian Church

May 20 @ 9:30am - 11:30am

14202 Downing St. Dover, FL 33527

HILLSBOROUGH | Tampa Events Banquet Hall

May 20 @ 10:00am - 12:00pm

13507 N Nebraska Ave, Tampa, FL, 33613

HILLSBOROUGH | SouthShore Community Resource Center

May 20 @ 10:00am - 11:30am

201 14th Ave SE, Ruskin, FL 33570

HILLSBOROUGH | Boricuas De Corazon Inc

May 20 @ 1:00pm - 4:00pm

1291 Kingsway Road, Brandon, FL 33510

HILLSBOROUGH | Dover Boys & Girls Club of Tampa Bay

May 23 @ 4:30pm - 6:00pm

2820 Gallagher Road, Dover, FL 33852 Drive-thru site

HILLSBOROUGH | Tampa Underground -Ministerio Mujeres Restauradas por Dios Underground

May 24 @ 9:30am - 11:30am

798 E Chelsea St., Tampa, FL 33603

*Car line starts: 798-774 E Chelsea St., Tampa, FL 33603 under the 275 overpass* to receive a ticket stub. You will then be directed to 4310 N Nebraska Ave, Tampa, FL 33603 to receive your food.

HILLSBOROUGH | *MEGA PANTRY* HCC Dale Mabry

May 24 @ 4:00pm - 6:00pm

4001 W Tampa Bay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33614 Drive-thru site

HILLSBOROUGH | Lockhart Magnet

May 24 @ 4:30pm - 6:00pm

3719 N 17th St, Tampa, FL 33610

Distribution Entrance is: 3888 N 19th St, Tampa, FL 33610

HILLSBOROUGH | Keeney Chapel United Methodist Church

May 24 @ 5:00pm - 6:30pm

7736 Destin Drive, Tampa, FL 33619

Proudly serving active duty military, veteran, retired military, first responders and spouses; proof of service required on arrival

HILLSBOROUGH | *MEGA PANTRY* HCC Dale Mabry

May 27 @ 8:00am - 11:00am

4001 W Tampa Bay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33614 Drive-thru site

HILLSBOROUGH | Knights Baptist Church

May 27 @ 9:30am - 11:30am

4809 N Alexander St, FL 33565

HILLSBOROUGH | Tampa Underground -Ministerio Mujeres Restauradas por Dios Underground

May 31 @ 9:30am - 11:30am

798 E Chelsea St., Tampa, FL 33603

*Car line starts: 798-774 E Chelsea St., Tampa, FL 33603 under the 275 overpass* to receive a ticket stub. You will then be directed to 4310 N Nebraska Ave, Tampa, FL 33603 to receive your food.

HILLSBOROUGH | *MEGA PANTRY* HCC Dale Mabry

May 31 @ 4:00pm - 6:00pm

4001 W Tampa Bay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33614 Drive-thru site