Shorecrest Preparatory School Blog

Emotional Wellbeing During a Global Pandemic

Posted by Courtney Ellis & Kate Fierce on Mar 19, 2020 4:55:32 PM

A Letter to the Shorecrest Adult Community:

Our daily lives have changed in ways that might have been unimaginable even a week ago. We are all feeling a wide range of emotions as a result of the changes in our lives due to COVID-19: anxiety, sadness, anger, loss, loneliness, frustration, maybe even irritation. These emotions are, of course, very normal human reactions to such an extraordinary circumstance.
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Topics: Current Events, Social-Emotional Development, Core Values, Community, Parent Involvement, Empathy in Schools

The Power of “and": Time, Talent, and Resources

Posted by Stacy Alexander on Dec 4, 2019 7:57:05 AM

Each day, a student’s and family’s experience at an independent school is made possible by tuition AND a school’s annual fund. For that reason, creating a culture of philanthropy is essential to the growth and well-being of independent schools. The National Association of Independent Schools Guide for Independent School Families asks, “Why do independent schools ask for tuition "and" a tax-deductible gift?” 

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Topics: Private School, Education Best Practice, shorecrest, Indpendent Schools, Professional Development, Community, Parent Involvement, Volunteer, Education with Values

Communicating with Children: Voice Lessons for Parents [Book Review]

Posted by Dominique Craft on Oct 30, 2019 12:04:00 PM

Establishing collaboration between parents and teachers can only serve to benefit our students. At Shorecrest Preparatory School in St. Petersburg, FL, Dominique Craft, the Dean of Curriculum for the Lower School engages parents in a book club. This time the discussion centered on a book by award winning author Wendy Mogel, PhD, called Voice Lessons. Mrs. Craft has written a review of this book and taken notes on this month’s conversation.

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Topics: Student/Faculty Perspectives, Community, Elementary School, Parent Involvement, Education with Values

Getting into the Rhythm of High School

Posted by Don Paige on Oct 23, 2019 11:51:00 AM

The start of a new school year is exciting, and it can be a little overwhelming. To a high school student, the academic pressure can feel especially heavy. Don Paige, Head of the Upper School at Shorecrest Preparatory School in St. Petersburg, Florida, has some tips for parents to help high schoolers make the most of academics.

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Topics: High School, Parenting, teens, Student and Faculty Perspectives, Parent Involvement

Be App Aware: Apps Students Love and What Parents Should Know

Posted by Dr. Anna Baralt on May 9, 2019 12:19:10 PM

The world of apps is always changing. It can be difficult to keep up with the ones that can improve your own
productivity, not to mention knowing the ones that your children like to use. Smartphones and iPad devices have become fixtures in student’s social and academic lives, and it is important to know how your student is using them.

As an Apple Distinguished School, Shorecrest Preparatory School integrates many different apps into the curriculum through student iPads. Of course, students will download their own apps, as well. Over the last few school years, faculty and administrators have noticed that some apps are used more often and sometimes inappropriately.


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Topics: Technology, Student Safety, Parent Involvement, Education with Values, Students and Social Networking