Plato Academy

School Uniform Pop-Up Event (Clearwater)
2025-06-19 13:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
School Uniform Pop-Up Event:
Titan families, mark your calendars:
Thursday, June 19th, 2025
Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
Both events will be held in the gym from 1-6 pm.
We highly encourage parents to attend the uniform sales and ensure that their children are in appropriate attire this coming school year.
Important reminders:
black and khaki bottoms are not longer allowed. Only structured bottoms (no athletic wear) are permitted and polos must have the Plato Academy logo. Sweaters should be Plato Academy or solid red and sneakers are required daily. Contact the front office with any questions.

School Uniform Pop-Up Event (Clearwater)
2025-07-30 13:00 - 18:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
School Uniform Pop-Up Event:
Titan families, mark your calendars:
Thursday, June 19th, 2025
Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
Both events will be held in the gym from 1-6 pm.
We highly encourage parents to attend the uniform sales and ensure that their children are in appropriate attire this coming school year.
Important reminders:
Black and khaki bottoms are not longer allowed. Only structured bottoms (no athletic wear) are permitted and polos must have the Plato Academy logo. Sweaters should be Plato Academy or solid red and sneakers are required daily. Contact the front office with any questions.

Uniforms online store

Back to School Meet & Greet Open House (Multiple sessions)
2025-08-07 13:00 - 19:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Back to School Meet & Greet Open House
Date: August 7
Elementary School
Time Options: 1:00 to 2:30 PM or 4:00 to 5:30 PM

Stop by during either time slot
Meet the teacher
Drop off supplies

Middle School
Time: 6:00 to 7:00 PM
Location: Gym Assembly
Teacher Assignments
Classroom assignments will be emailed to families in early August when teachers return.

2025-2026 School Year Calendar: https://platoacademy.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-2026-Plato-Academy-Schools-Calendar_.pdf

Curriculum Night - Check times for each grade
2025-09-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Plato Academy Clearwater invites parents to join us for Curriculum Night on Monday, September 9th. This important evening is designed to give parents a clear picture of what their child will experience this school year.
Please note: This event is for parents only.
Elementary School Sessions
Parents may choose one session to attend:

5:00 – 5:30 pm

6:00 – 6:30 pm

Middle School Session
Middle school parents will follow their child’s daily schedule, beginning in homeroom.

5:45 – 5:55 Homeroom

5:57 – 6:05 1st Period

6:07 – 6:15 2nd Period

6:17 – 6:25 3rd Period

6:27 – 6:35 4th Period

6:37 – 6:45 5th Period

6:47 – 6:55 6th Period

6:55 – 7:05 7th Period

Additional Information
Slideshows and class presentations will be available for families who are unable to attend in person or who have multiple children with overlapping schedules.
We look forward to seeing you at Curriculum Night and partnering together for a successful school year.

No School (Pinellas)
2025-09-19 | FL

Join the Clearwater Campus Dance Club
2025-09-30 15:30 - 16:30 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
New Program Launch – Informational Meeting Tuesday, September 30th at 3:45 PM Campus Location – Open to Students K-8 and Parents.

Why Greek Dance?
Greek folk dancing provides far more than entertainment. This time-honored art form develops crucial coordination skills as dancers master intricate footwork patterns passed down through generations. Students enhance their physical fitness through dynamic movements that engage core muscles, improve balance, and boost cardiovascular health.
The social benefits prove equally valuable. Young dancers build confidence while learning to move in harmony with their peers, fostering teamwork and cultural appreciation. Each dance tells a story, connecting participants to the rich history of Greek islands, mountain villages, and city centers.
What to Expect
Our program welcomes beginners and experienced dancers alike. Students will explore traditional dances from various Greek regions, learning the cultural significance behind each movement. From the spirited Kalamatianos to the elegant Tsamiko, participants discover how geography and history shaped these enduring art forms.
Professional instruction ensures proper technique while maintaining the joy and celebration inherent in Greek dance tradition. Students develop rhythm, spatial awareness, and cultural literacy through engaging, age-appropriate lessons.

Join Our Cultural Journey
This exciting addition to our campus programming reflects our commitment to diverse, enriching experiences for students grades K-8. Parents and children are encouraged to attend Tuesday’s informational session to learn about class schedules, performance opportunities, and enrollment details.
The Greek dance program promises to be an extraordinary addition to our community. Come discover how this beautiful art form can enhance your child’s physical development, cultural understanding, and social connections.
Don’t miss our informational meeting – Tuesday, September 30th, 3:45 PM on campus.
Reach out to voutselaa@platoacademy.net for additional information about this exciting new program.

Picture Day (Plato Clearwater)
2025-10-02 09:00 - 10:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Details:
https://secure.smore.com/n/w57p6-titan-family-update

Reminders

Students must be in Plato Academy white button-down or uniform shirt. No uniform passes
These are yearbook photos
Photos take 3-4 weeks to get back to the school

Lotería Night - (Plato Clearwater)
2025-10-04 18:30 - 20:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Join the House of Athena for a fun evening of Lotería, a traditional Mexican game similar to bingo but played with colorful cards. Families can enjoy games, food, and treats while supporting the House System.
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Location: Christopoulos Hall
Cost: $5 per family
RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScO8aoL5Blm48Qx9cKZn3_R8KRZnuNbeTzg40g6njlTlaP8rg/viewform
Food and treats will be available for purchase from Lollipop Lumberjack’s Candy Co.

"Painting with a Twist" (Plato+ Clearwater)
2025-10-10 15:30 - 17:30 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Let your child’s creativity shine with an exciting fall-themed painting event! Young artists in kindergarten through third grade are invited to create their own canvas masterpiece to display proudly at home this season. The event takes place on October 10 from 3:45 PM to 5:45 PM at Plato Academy Clearwater. The cost is $20 per student.

Non Student Day (Pinellas and Pasco)
2025-10-13 07:30 - 16:30 | FL
Non Student Day – Required Teacher Training.
2025-2026 school year-Important Dates: https://platoacademy.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-2026-Plato-Academy-Schools-Calendar_.pdf

Plato Academy Clearwater Honors Veterans and Greek Heritage (Plato Clearwater)
2025-10-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Plato Academy Clearwater will host its annual Oxi and Veterans Day Celebration on Friday, October 24, with performances at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

We are so excited to welcome you to our annual Oxi and Veterans Day Celebration. Please see the important invitation information below. Due to our very limited parking, we are requesting that families carpool as much as possible. Parking at the neighboring businesses in not allowable, however, The Collection on Palmetto Museum is allowing us to use the empty lot next to their business. This will be park at your own risk, but will serve as overflow space if needed. We look forward to seeing you!
Students:
Blue and white uniform tops requested
No Friday Spirit Wear

The dual celebration recognizes both Oxi Day, a Greek national holiday commemorating the country’s refusal to surrender to Axis forces in 1940, and the service of American veterans. The K-8 school has made this combined observance a tradition, using it as an opportunity to teach students about courage, sacrifice, and standing firm in the face of adversity.
The school encourages families to attend the morning performance when possible, as the afternoon show typically draws larger crowds. Doors open 30 minutes before each program begins.
The celebration reflects the school’s commitment to honoring both its Greek educational heritage and American patriotic values. Students across all grade levels participate in the program, which includes performances, presentations, and tributes to veterans in the school community.
Oxi Day, celebrated annually on October 28 in Greece, marks the moment when Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas rejected Benito Mussolini’s ultimatum demanding passage for Italian troops through Greek territory. The refusal, conveyed in a single word, “Oxi,” meaning “no” in Greek, led Greece to enter World War II on the side of the Allies. The holiday serves as a symbol of national pride and resistance against oppression.
Families planning to attend should arrive early to secure seating, particularly for the 10 a.m. show.

School Uniforms Sale at Plato Clearwater
2025-10-27 15:30 - 17:30 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Get your uniforms for the new school year at our pop-up sale! Shop in person for the perfect fit and get answers to your dress code questions on Monday, October 27, from 3:30 to 5:30 in the gym.

https://secure.smore.com/n/7hcgm-pop-up-uniform-sale

Student Photo Retakes (Plato Clearwater)
2025-11-12 08:00 - 10:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Details: https://secure.smore.com/n/7btv5w-titan-family-update

Great American Teach-In (Plato Clearwater)
2025-11-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Great American Teach-In
Thursday, November 13
Families, friends, and community partners are invited to share their careers, hobbies, special skills, or life experiences with students!
What can you present?

Career stories and a “day in the life” look
Hands-on demonstrations (art, fitness, tech, music, culinary, etc.)
Hobbies or passions (reading, photography, mechanics)
Safety and service-related presentations (firefighters, military, healthcare)
Entrepreneurship and business topics

Presentation Details:

20–30 minutes long
Geared toward school-aged children
Presenters matched with age-appropriate groups

Use this form to RSVP

Color Run (Plato Clearwater)
2025-11-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
You don’t want to miss out! Our Color Run is a joyful celebration of our PAC Family and Friends coming together to continue the legacy of our campus. We’re already more than halfway to our fundraising goal, and the excitement is building.
Important Reminder:
Thursday is the final day to raise an additional $20 for students to earn a Pajama Day on Friday.
Event Details
Students will be grouped into three categories, each enjoying about an hour of fun during the school day:

Grades 6–8: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Grades 3–5: 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM
Grades K–2: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Parents and family members are encouraged to come cheer on their students and enjoy the festivities together.

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Register / Donate using this link: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/platoacademyclearwater2025/
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2026-2027 Kindergarten Lottery - Plato Academy Clearwater
2025-12-05 09:00 - 09:30 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
The Kindergarten lottery for Plato Academy Clearwater will take place on Friday, December 5th, 2025 at 9am (families are not required to be present), and there is still time to act if you haven’t applied online yet.

Families who wish to be considered should complete an application and be sure to select the Clearwater campus as a campus of interest. When there are more applications than available seats, students are selected through a lottery process, and certain enrollment preferences may apply according to the school’s admissions guidelines.​

Prospective families with questions about the application or lottery process are encouraged to contact the school at DeleeuwK@platoacademy.net

Plato Academy Schools are tuition-free public K–8 charter schools, with all students admitted without regard to race, gender, religion, or ethnic or national origin.​

Holiday Shop - Plato Clearwater
2025-12-12 08:00 - 16:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Who-Ville Holiday Shop
Plato Academy Clearwater PTO’s Who-Ville Holiday Shop opens next week and we can’t wait to help our students pick out gifts for their loved ones. Shopping lists with envelopes are going home this week. We invite parents, grandparents, and guardians to come shop with their students. Or better yet, volunteer at the Holiday Shop during your class shopping time and earn some hours! Please ask your teacher what time your class is shopping.
Our holiday shop will also be open a few afternoons right after school next week for families to shop. We will be open Monday until 5:00, Tuesday until 4:30, and Thursday until 5:30 before the concert. You are also welcome to visit the shop after the performance is over. And don’t forget to join us this Saturday for Plato’s Winter Wonderland. PAC PTO will have yummy hot cocoa and delicious home-baked cookies for you!
Get a head start on your holiday shopping by pre-purchasing your student’s holiday shop cash. No need to worry about lost money on the big day!
Please note, prepayments are non-refundable. We also accept both cash and card payments in the holiday shop for your convenience.
https://pactitans.square.site/product/holiday-shop-prepayment/117

Spirit Week (Plato Academy Clearwater)
2025-12-15 - 2025-12-19 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Get ready for Spirit Week at Plato Academy Clearwater!
We’re celebrating the season with five fun dress-up days from Monday, December 15 to Friday, December 19. Here’s what’s happening:

Monday: Who are you? Dress up in green like the Grinch or pink like Cindy Lou Who
Tuesday: Jingle Bell Rock. Show off your house colors from head to toe
Wednesday: Cozy up for a long winter’s nap in your favorite pajamas
Thursday: Holiday Headwear. Wear your best festive accessories with your full uniform
Friday: National Ugly Sweater Day. Rock a fun shirt or sweater with uniform bottoms

Let’s make it a week full of laughter, creativity, and school spirit.

Family Game Night (Plato Clearwater)
2026-02-28 17:30 - 19:30 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Plato Academy Clearwater opens its doors for Family Game Night on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the school gymnasium. The House of Arete invites families and friends to enjoy an evening of board games and activities together. Admission is free for all attendees. Pizza, hot dogs, beverages, and sweet treats from Lollipop Lumberjack’s Candy Co. will be available for purchase throughout the event.

Plato Academy Read Across America Week - Dr. Seuss Spirit Days & Book Fair (March 2-6)
2026-03-06 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Plato Academy Read Across America Week brings our K–8 community together for a joyful celebration of reading, creativity, and school spirit. From March 2–6, students will participate in Dr. Seuss–themed dress‑up days and enjoy a schoolwide book fair that encourages a lifelong love of literacy across all Plato Academy campuses.

March 2–6
Read Across America Week!
Monday 3/2: Favorite Book Day
Dress like your favorite book character (does not need to be a Dr. Seuss book)
Tuesday 3/3: Fox in Sox
Wear your wacky or mix‑matched socks (full uniform required)
Wednesday 3/4: Wacky Wednesday
Wear your wackiest hair/mix‑matched outfit
Thursday 3/5: The Cat in the Hat
Wear your favorite hat (full uniform required)
Friday 3/6: Book of Colors Olympics
Wear your grade color shirt (uniform bottoms required)

Kinder & 1st: Red
2nd & 8th: Black
3rd: Green
4th & 7th: Blue
5th & 6th: Yellow

Book Fair in the Library
The Book Fair will run all week, offering families the opportunity to explore new titles and support literacy on campus.

Plato Academy Clearwater Annual Olympic Ceremony
2026-03-06 12:00 - 15:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Plato Academy Clearwater will host its annual Olympic Ceremony on Friday, March 6th at 12pm, featuring kindergarten through eighth-grade students in performances of dance, song, and Olympic culture.
Students will wear plain t-shirts representing their grade’s continent color: Kindergarten and first grade in red, second and eighth grade in black, third grade in green, fourth and seventh grade in blue, and fifth and sixth grade in yellow.
Parents and families are invited to attend this midday celebration of student achievement and global citizenship.

Visitors need to show ID to sign in.

MyOn Spring Break Reading Challenge
2026-03-14 - 2026-03-22 | FL
Pinellas County
Spring Break Reading Challenge
March 14 to March 22, 2026
All students are encouraged to read as much as they can on myON during Spring Break.
Guidelines
Students who read at least 100 minutes on myON during the challenge period will be entered into a random drawing.
TIP
– Reading 15 minutes a day will equal the 100 minutes needed to qualify for the challenge.
– Winners and prizes
– Twenty five winners will be selected.
– Twenty students will win STEM kits and a tablet.
– Five students will win a laptop.
– Winners will be announced the week of March 23.
Reminders
Time spent reading will be recorded automatically within the myON platform.
If students are reading offline, they should be sure to log back into myON with WiFi before March 22 so their reading activity is captured in their accounts.

https://pinellas.renaissance.com

Plato Academy 3rd Grade Battle of the Books Results

Spring Break - No School for Students
2026-03-16 - 2026-03-20 | FL
March 16 to March 20, 2026.
School Calendar: https://platoacademy.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-2026-Plato-Academy-Schools-Calendar_.pdf

Son & Mom or Loved One Luau (Clearwater)
2026-03-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States

Non Student Day - Teacher Planning Day
2026-04-27 | FL
2025-2026 School Calendar:
https://platoacademy.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-2026-Plato-Academy-Schools-Calendar_.pdf

Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4-8, 2026)
2026-05-08 | FL
