Plato Academy has implemented a five-day orientation program welcoming onboard the new teachers. The program that is run by the Chief of Schools, Amy Hayes, the Chief of Staff Development, Dawn Parker, the Chief of Academics Danielle Cicetti, the Schools’ Administrators and Plato’s veteran teachers is designed to prepare new educators for the challenges of...Read More
Florida families can save money on back-to-school shopping during the state’s annual sales tax holiday. The 2025 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday runs the entire month of August (August 1-31, 2025), giving parents plenty of time to purchase essential school items without paying sales tax. What’s Tax-Free The tax holiday covers these qualifying items: School Supplies...Read More
July 17, 2025 We’re excited to share that applications for the 2025–2026 Transportation Stipend through the Step Up For Students program are now open! This stipend provides eligible households with $750 to help cover the cost of transporting children to a Florida nonvirtual public school that is different from the school to which the student is assigned. Funds are limited, so we...Read More
We are excited to highlight Mr. Aidan Stotts, one of our many dedicated educators and coaches at Plato Academy Schools. His passion for helping students succeed both in life and on the soccer field exemplifies the commitment to excellence that defines the school community. Mr. Stotts represents the type of educator who thrives in our...Read More
The maritime education landscape achieved a significant milestone last month as PROJECT CONNECT commemorated its 10th anniversary with a distinguished gathering at the Yacht Club of Greece. The celebration underscored a decade of transformative work connecting students with the shipping industry through innovative educational programs. Key personalities from government, shipping, and education, gathered together at...Read More
Plato Collegiate Academy Tampa has received formal recognition from Hillsborough County Public Schools for achieving an “A” grade during the 2024-2025 school year. The congratulatory letter, signed by Director Angela Weary-Crooks of the Charter Schools office, acknowledges the school’s commitment to academic excellence and student success. We are grateful for the partnership with Hillsborough County...Read More
Excellence Defined Seven Schools Earn Grade A, Two Schools Receive Grade B in Latest Florida Department of Education Report The Florida Department of Education has released its official 2024-25 school grade report, and Plato Academy’s network of schools has demonstrated remarkable academic achievement across the Tampa Bay region. Seven campuses earned the coveted Grade A...Read More
Setting the Standard for Tuition-Free K-10 Education In the heart of Tampa Bay, families searching for the best high school in Tampa are discovering a unique blend of academic rigor, cultural heritage, and a nurturing environment at Plato Collegiate Academy of Tampa. As a tuition-free public charter school, Plato Academy offers a private school feel...Read More
