Plato Academy

Holiday Shop - Dec. 9-13
2024-12-09 - 2024-12-13 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Our Holiday Shop is next week, December 9-13th. Students will be bringing home more information and envelopes this week. PTO will not be selling the candy cane grams this year but we will have candy canes and gift tags available at the holiday shop for any students who wish to get for their friends.

Winter Wonderland 2024
2024-12-07 16:00 - 22:00 UTC | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Join us for a magical holiday experience that has something for everyone!

More information: https://platoeducationfoundation.com/event/winter-wonderland-2024/

and https://secure.smore.com/n/z596j-winter-wonderland-2024

PTO General Meeting
2024-12-05 17:00 - 18:00 | St. Petersburg, 6725 38th Ave N., St. Petersburg, FL, 33710, United States
The PTO General Meeting is a key event designed to bring together parents, teachers, and school staff to discuss important updates, initiatives, and opportunities within the school community. It serves as a forum for collaboration, where attendees can share ideas, provide feedback, and learn about upcoming events and programs. The meeting often includes presentations from school administrators, reports on PTO activities, and opportunities to get involved in volunteer efforts or committees. Whether you’re a long-time member or new to the school, this meeting is a great way to stay informed and engaged in shaping a supportive and enriching environment for students.

Picture Retakes
2024-12-05 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg, 6725 38th Ave N., St. Petersburg, FL, 33710, United States
https://secure.smore.com/n/g7xez-picture-retakes-coming-soon

PTO Meeting - Clearwater
2024-12-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
We are very excited with all the festivities happening in the next few weeks before winter break. First, we would love to see all of you this Wednesday, December 4th at 6pm in the library for our 2nd PTO meeting. The hurricanes delayed us a little, but we’re excited to plan the rest of the year with you. We will have a light meal for you from Sprouts Fresh Market, and activities for the kids provided by Legacy Tutoring.

Thanksgiving Break
2024-11-25 - 2024-11-29 | FL
Enjoy a restful Thanksgiving Break at Plato Academy Schools! We hope our students, families, and staff have a wonderful holiday filled with gratitude and quality time with loved ones. Classes will resume on Monday, December 2nd, 2024.

Plato Tampa Bay Lightning Game
2024-11-23 19:00 - 21:00 | FL
For this school year’s fall event, the All-Pro Dad Program is proud and excited to be hosting an evening of fun for the WHOLE family!
This is our 10th year teaming up with the Tampa Bay Lightning! On Saturday, November 23rd, EVERYONE is invited to an awesome time watching our Stanley Cup Champions, The Tampa Bay Lightning tear up the ice as they defend against the Dallas Stars. Attached is a flyer. Please book your tickets using the following link: tinyurl.com/hockeygame2024
The Tampa Bay Lightning have offered us an incredible deal for center ice and end rink seating. Tickets for our group start at only $55 each (kids under 2 years old are free). We have 3 ticket options for you to choose from. If that was not a good enough deal, each one of us gets a free game day gift PLUS our group will have an “EXCLUSIVE” pregame party inside the Arena!
Wait, there is more. A group of VERY LUCKY kids from our group will have a very amazing “fan experience”. Here is what the Lighting has put together:

Kids will get to sit in the penalty box during pregame warmups.
Kids will get to ride the Zamboni during intermission.
Kids will get to start the Tesla Coils and create Lightning.
Kids will get to high five the players as they take the ice.

Click for Details and Tickets

Buffalo Wild Wings Spirit Night
2024-11-22 16:00 - 20:00 | FL
https://secure.smore.com/n/faxu3-buffalo-wild-wings-spirit-night
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3GPGQsK9avJCmYRJA

Color Run
2024-11-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Trinity, 8810 Old County Road 54, New Port Richey, FL, 34653, United States
Get ready to paint the town with fun at the most colorful event of the year—Color Run! Help our school raise some funds while watching students dive into a whirlwind of fun and vibrant hues!
Color Run is on November 22nd!

But participants have to sign up by November 8th!

https://getmovinfundhub.com/register
School code: 605a0ee6ca394

Color Run
2024-11-22 09:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Get ready to paint the town with fun at the most colorful event of the year—Color Run! Help our school raise some funds while watching students dive into a whirlwind of fun and vibrant hues! We’re also looking for some awesome volunteers and donations of water bottles, leaf blowers, tables. coolers filled with ice, and tents to keep the party going. Let’s make this event an unforgettable rainbow of excitement together!
Participation Requirements:
● Permission Slips: Students will receive permission slips that need to be returned to their homeroom teachers.
●Only those who have paid the $5 registration fee and submitted their slips can take part in the Color Run.
● Event Details: We’re excited to kick off the annual Color Run on Friday, November 22nd, during school hours! Our fundraising goal this year is $30,000, and proceeds will support various initiatives at Plato Academy Clearwater. We were able to build a brand new expansion to our playground with the funds raised last year. We are hoping to do some amazing things this year too!

Register your student at: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2024colorrun/register/form/classification

Picture Retakes
2024-11-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
https://secure.smore.com/n/s6gdmu-picture-retake-day-is-coming

Great American Teach-In (GATI)
2024-11-21 09:00 | Tampa, 7705 Gunn Hwy, Tampa, FL, 33625, United States
We’re excited to invite YOU to join us in our K-12 classrooms for a special day of sharing and learning! Whether you’re passionate about your career, love reading stories, or have a fun activity to lead, our students would love to learn from you. This is your chance to spend the day (or just a couple of hours) sharing what you LOVE to do! We welcome everyone—parents, grandparents, family members, friends, and hobbyists alike—to make this a hands-on, engaging experience for our students. If you’re interested, please reach out with any questions. Know someone who might enjoy this opportunity? Spread the word! Contact the front office for registration information.

Color Run
2024-11-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Palm Harbor, 1601 Curlew Road, Palm Harbor, FL, 34683, United States
Our Color Run fundraiser is underway and we need your support. Our goal is to raise the money needed to fund the programs and services we have planned for this year. We can do it with your help.
Learn more:
https://secure.smore.com/n/07gha-paph-color-run-kick-off

Great American Teach-In (GATI) - Trinity
2024-11-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Trinity, 8810 Old County Road 54, New Port Richey, FL, 34653, United States
Plato Academy Trinity’s Great American Teach-In, also known as GATI, is quickly approaching. This year it will be held on Wednesday, November 13 and does not correspond with Pasco County Schools’ event. Our hope is that by choosing a different date, it will allow for a greater number and variety of guest speakers.
All participants must have an approved Level 1 background check completed. If you would like to present at Plato Academy Trinity’s Great American Teach-In, please contact our front office staff.

Great American Teach-In (GATI)
2024-11-13 09:00 - 15:00 | FL
We’re excited to invite YOU to join us in our K-8 classrooms on November 13, 2024, for a special day of sharing and learning! Whether you’re passionate about your career, love reading stories, or have a fun activity to lead, our students would love to learn from you. This is your chance to spend the day (or just a few hours) sharing what you LOVE to do! We welcome everyone—parents, grandparents, family members, friends, and hobbyists alike—to make this a hands-on, engaging experience for our students. If you’re interested, please reach out with any questions. Know someone who might enjoy this opportunity? Spread the word!

Great American Teach-In (GATI) - November 13, 2024
2024-11-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Palm Harbor, 1601 Curlew Road, Palm Harbor, FL, 34683, United States
We’re excited to invite YOU to join us in our K-12 classrooms on November 13, 2024, for a special day of sharing and learning! Whether you’re passionate about your career, love reading stories, or have a fun activity to lead, our students would love to learn from you.This is your chance to spend the day (or just a few hours) sharing what you LOVE to do! We welcome everyone—parents, grandparents, family members, friends, and hobbyists alike—to make this a hands-on, engaging experience for our students.If you’re interested, please sign up below or reach out with any questions. Know someone who might enjoy this opportunity? Spread the word!

Sign Up

Veterans Day and Greek "OXI" Day Celebration
2024-11-11 09:00 | Trinity, 8810 Old County Road 54, New Port Richey, FL, 34653, United States

Fall Art Show
2024-11-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Art Show Alert!

Join us at Plato Academy Clearwater for an unforgettable evening celebrating creativity and talent! On November 7, 2024, from 5 PM to 7 PM, our incredible students will showcase their masterpieces at the annual Art Show.

Organized by our dedicated K-8 and Art Clubs, this event promises to be a vibrant display of imagination and skill. From paintings to sculptures, each piece reflects our students’ unique perspectives and hard work.

Location: Plato Academy Clearwater
Date: November 7, 2024
Time: 5 PM – 7 PM

Bring your friends and family to support our young artists and enjoy an inspiring evening. We can’t wait to see you there!

Greek "OXI" and US Veterans Day 2024
2024-11-07 13:00 - 14:30 | Seminole, 10888 126th Ave, Largo, FL, 33778, United States
Dear Phoenix Families,
Join us in celebrating our Veterans and commemorating Oxi Day. Students in grades K-5 will showcase their musical talents with performances in both Greek and English, thanks to the dedication of our outstanding Greek and Music departments.
At Plato Academy, we take great pride in fostering Greek connections and sharing our rich culture and history with our students. Experiences like these are what make Plato an exceptional school for our scholars.
A heartfelt thank you to our Greek team: Kiria Kosmakos, Kiria Vitous, and Kiria Bournous. Teaching Greek is not just a job for them; it’s a passion and an honor to share their heritage with our community.
We would also like to extend a special thank you to Mr. Tom Piggott, our dedicated music instructor, for his hard work and commitment to our students’ musical education.
Eυχαριστώ (efcharistó)
Thank you!

November 5 Fundraiser
2024-11-05 | FL
Mark Your Calendars!

When: All day, Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Where: Nationwide at all Panda Express locations – Online orders only!
We’re excited to announce our November Spirit Event with Panda Express! This is an amazing opportunity for families, friends, and supporters across the country to contribute to our school while enjoying some delicious Panda Express meals. 28% of all sales made with our special fundraiser code will be donated directly to our PTO, helping us fund exciting programs and activities for our students!
How to Participate:

Visit the Panda Express website or open the Panda Express App.
Choose your favorite items and add them to your cart.
At checkout, enter our special FUNDRAISER CODE: 923901.
Complete your order and enjoy your meal, knowing you’re supporting a great cause!

Share the Spirit!
This event is nationwide, so feel free to share the fundraiser code with friends and family, no matter where they live! Every order helps, and every meal shared brings us closer to our goals.
Thank you for supporting our school community. Let’s make this November Spirit Event one to remember!

Thursday, November 7th

Trunk or Treat
2024-10-31 12:00 - 14:00 | Trinity, 8810 Old County Road 54, New Port Richey, FL, 34653, United States

Trunk or Treat 2024
2024-10-31 11:00 - 14:00 | Largo, 7100 142nd Ave N., Largo, FL, 33771, United States
With many neighborhoods being affected by the hurricane, trick-or-treating may be limited this year, so please help us give our students a fun and safe trunk-or-treat experience at school.

Trunk or Treat
2024-10-31 10:00 - 14:30 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
With many neighborhoods being affected by the hurricane, trick-or-treating may be limited this year, so please help us give our students a fun and safe trunk-or-treat experience at school.

WHEN: Thursday, October 31st
8:40-10am setup (all vehicles must be parked no later than 9:30)
Student Trunk-or-Treating will be 10am-2:30pm
If you would like to make a CANDY DONATION, please have your student drop it off in our Monster Box located in the front office.

Trunk or Treat
2024-10-31 10:00 - 14:00 | Tarpon Springs, 2795 Keystone Rd, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34688, United States

Trunk or Treat
2024-10-31 00:30 - 14:00 | St. Petersburg, 6725 38th Ave N., St. Petersburg, FL, 33710, United States
WHAT IS “TRUNK-OR-TREAT”?
Trunk-Or-Treat is an event that is sure to provide fun for all! Volunteers participate by parking and decorating their cars (or trucks) in order to hand out goodies to the students.

HOW IT WORKS
The students will start their parade of costumes at 12:30 P.M on October 31, 2024. Classrooms will be escorted along the route of decorated “Trunk-Or-Treat” vehicles who will pass out candy and goodies.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Read more: https://secure.smore.com/n/tbs3f-trunk-or-treat-is-tomorrow

School Picture Day
2024-10-28 09:00 - 11:00 | St. Petersburg, 6725 38th Ave N., St. Petersburg, FL, 33710, United States
Please wear either your White oxford button down OR your Monday-Thursday red or light blue Plato polo shirt for photos. No hoodies, spirit shirts or dress passes allowed on picture day.

Every student will be photographed.
We encourage you to pay ONLINE with a credit card at: www.VernonPhoto.com/FallPrepay You do not need to send anything with your child on picture day if you prepay.
Please feel free to contact Vernon Photography directly at: Support@vernonphoto.com

Red Ribbon Week
2024-10-28 - 2024-11-01 | Palm Harbor, 1601 Curlew Road, Palm Harbor, FL, 34683, United States
Plato Academy celebrates Red Ribbon Week.
https://www.redribbon.org/

Trunk or Treat
2024-10-25 11:00 - 14:30 | Seminole, 10888 126th Ave, Largo, FL, 33778, United States
Get ready for a spooktacular time at our annual Trunk or Treat event! We can’t wait to see your creative decorations, costumes, and Halloween spirit. This event is a fun way for families, staff, and students to celebrate the season together!
What is Trunk or Treat?
For those new to our Plato Academy community, Trunk or Treat is a festive event where we park our cars, decorate the trunks, hatchbacks, or truck beds, and hand out treats to our students. It’s a wonderful way to spread joy and bring Halloween fun to our kids!

Important Details:

Treats: Please bring enough candy for approximately 400 students.
Set Up: The parking lot will open at 9:00 AM for set up. Make sure your car is decorated and ready by 10:45 AM. For safety reasons, we ask that all cars remain parked and stationary once the event begins.
Shade & Comfort: It can get pretty warm out, so feel free to bring a tent for shade, as well as a cooler with cold drinks, snacks, and lunch. The event will run through lunchtime.
Parking: Spaces are first-come, first-serve, and there will be someone directing you to your spot upon arrival.

Don’t forget, we’ll be holding a contest for the Best Decorated Trunk and Best Costume! The winners will receive an amazing gift basket packed with goodies and gift cards. So bring your A-game and make your trunk stand out!
Thank you for helping make this event a success—we’re looking forward to a frightfully good time!

Field Day 2024 - Postponed
2024-10-25 09:00 - 14:00 | Clearwater, 2045 Palmetto Street, Clearwater, FL, 33765, United States
Due to field conditions, field day is postponed. A new date will be announced soon.

Hear ye, hear ye! Field Day is HERE!
Get ready for an epic day of fun and excitement at this year’s Field Day!
When? Friday, Sep 27, 2024
Join us for a day filled with games, teamwork, and memories in the making! Bring your energy and your school spirit.

There will be (1) water activity and games for the kids to enjoy. Please make sure to pack a change of clothes for your child. We fully expect the kids to get dirty and wet!! This will be another HUGE Field Day and a fantastic time for the kids!
**Please remember, this is still a school event so students should still abide by the school dress code. No bathing suits will be allowed. Friday dress attire with team color shirt is completely acceptable.**

Field Day 2023

Fall Festival & Market
2024-10-19 11:00 - 17:00 | FL
Come celebrate the season with a day full of fun, food, and festivities for the whole family!
More information, and tickets on: https://platoeducationfoundation.com/event/fall-festival-2024/
