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Superintendent Hendrick, Schools Police and the Sheriff's Office share an important safety message as students return to school.
Home
2026-27, Here we come!
East Lake HS opened up with students returning to campus and ready to reach even higher heights. Let's have an amazing year!
East Lake Band hosts Fran Kick
National student leadership coach and motivational speaker Fran Kick presented a clinic to our East Lake Marching Band students as they begin their fall season. This event was supported by the office of performing arts and voter referendum
Have a great summer East Lake!
As the busses pull away one last time, we wish everyone a relaxing and fulfilling summer vacation!
Class of 2026 holds Graduation!
Congratulations to the 38th graduating class of East Lake HS, the class of 2026! Soar high and reach all of your dreams!
Biomed Academy holds Whitecoat Ceremony
Class of 2026 Biomedical students received their white coats in a ceremony acknowledging four years of study in the medical field. Congratulations!
East Lake Awarded Superintendent's Cup
It's been a banner year for East Lake Athletics. Congratulations to all of our student athletes for bringing the Superintendent's Cup home to the Lake!
East Lake Percussion participates in Masterclass
Yamaha / Vic Firth artist and international clinician Dr. Gifford Howarth presented a masterclass for our percussion students on mallet playing technique as 2026 comes to an end and the 2027 season begins to take flight!
99% Graduation Rate
Pinellas County Schools celebrates its highest graduation rate ever for the 2024-25 school year.
Superintendent Hendrick, Schools Police and the Sheriff's Office share an important safety message as students return to school.
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For the third year in a row, Pinellas County Schools is recognized as an 'A' district by the Florida Department of Education.
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Pinellas County Schools hosted a series of community meetings across the district to share school-specific data and gather feedback on population and enrollment trends, facility planning and school utilization.
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Scholars from Dunedin Highland Middle School were awarded the Women’s History Award and Florida’s Outstanding Project Award.
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Florida Department of Education assessment results show that Pinellas County Schools outperformed the state in every tested subject area.
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Eight Pinellas County Schools students and their visual arts teachers traveled to New York City to be recognized among the nation's most talented young artists at the 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards National Ceremony.
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Dennis Russo from Lakewood High and Shannon Scott from Leila Davis Elementary were selected as this year's Library Media Specialists of the Year.
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Pinellas County Schools Police Department has announced the 2025-2026 police and safety officer awards.
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The district won three SUNSPRA Sunshine Medallion Awards of Excellence.
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Leadership U is a comprehensive professional learning program for PCS employees who are interested in exploring leadership and developing as quality leaders.
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The honor recognizes exemplary new teachers who have demonstrated excellence by representing the district's Core Values.
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The district's graduation rate for 2024-25 rose nearly two percentage points above the previous year
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Pinellas County Schools has launched a new on-demand, online self-paced workshop to simplify the process.
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Events
School Board Meeting Information
Note: School Board Meeting followed by School Board Workshop on Budget.
All tickets are digital on https://gofan.co/app/school/FL5841
All tickets are digital on https://gofan.co/app/school/FL5841
ELHS Test Center Open
Testing in Building 9, check-in begins at 7:30am
Visit https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/dates-deadlines for registration details
All tickets are digital on https://gofan.co/app/school/FL5841
All tickets are digital on https://gofan.co/app/school/FL5841
Labor Day holiday – No school for students
School Advisory Committee (SAC) meeting
Announcements
For the third year in a row, Pinellas County Schools is recognized as an 'A' district by the Florida Department of Education.
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Safety is everyone's responsibility. Help us keep our schools and campuses safe. Learn more and see an important message from Pinellas County Schools, School Police, and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
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Pinellas County Schools is excited to introduce SchoolCash Online, a convenient and secure online payment system for school-related fees, activities, and items.
Pinellas County Schools conducted a series of community meetings across the district to share school-specific information and gather community feedback on enrollment and demographic trends, facility planning, and the effective use of school facilities.
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Starting in the 2026–2027 school year, Florida’s Second Chance Act requires all high school student‑athletes to complete an ECG/EKG before their first participation in grades 9–12 athletic events.
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East Lake High wins national Merit Award from Magnet Schools of America.
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Magnet and Fundamental programs are specialized educational opportunities offered to engage students, strengthen and develop talents, or provide an alternative option to the zoned school.
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