Newly Arrived Families - Pinellas County Schools

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Community Resource Guide
for
Newly Arrived Families
English for Speakers of Other Languages
Funded through Title III
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ESOL
English for Speakers of Other Languages
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) is designed to meet
the needs of students with limited English proficiency who come from
homes in which the native language is not English. These students may
have difficulty understanding, speaking, reading and writing the
English language without additional support.
ESOL Goals
To help students attain English language arts and reading
content, so they can succeed in all of their classes.
To provide instruction that satisfies cultural as well as language
needs.
To promote an appreciation of different cultures and their
contributions to our society.
English language learners (ELLs) receive their language arts and
reading instruction from certified teachers using effective teaching
methods. In schools with significant numbers of limited English
proficient students, bilingual assistants provide additional support in
academic subject area classes and also help with home-school
communications.
To learn more about ESOL schools and program locations visit
www.pcsb.org/esol
ESOL Family Outreach
K-12: (727) 588-6415
ESOL Family Outreach advocates for ESOL families by striving to
meet their educational and social needs, organizing informative
workshops, promoting leadership skills, helping with career
opportunities, and connecting community resources.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Community Programs
Catholic Charities ............................................................... 8-9
Refugee Youth Services Program
A Program of Gulf Coast Jewish Family & Community
Services .................................................................................10
Lutheran Services of Florida .................................................11
Coptic Orthodox Charities ....................................................12
Lealman & Asian Neighborhood Family Center ..................13
Intercultural Advocacy Institute Hispanic Outreach
Center ....................................................................................14
JWB-Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County ................15
Education-Literacy for Adults and Students
PREP –Pinellas Refugee Education Program ................. 16-17
Vocational Programs-PTEC-Pinellas Technical Education
Centers ..................................................................................18
English Classes for Adults ....................................................19
Free Internet English Classes for Adults ..............................19
GED-General Education Development.................................20
Enterprise High School .........................................................21
Tutoring.................................................................................22
UMCM-United Methodist Cooperative Ministries ...............23
Literacy Council of Upper Pinellas.......................................24
Public Libraries .....................................................................25
Deaf Literacy Center ............................................................26
Florida Family Nutrition Program ........................................27
Foreign Diploma Evaluation .................................................28
Florida Homeless Education Program ..................................29
Head Start Program ...............................................................30
Project Prosper-Financial Literacy .......................................31
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Summer School and Recreational Programs ...................32
Refugee Youth Services a Program of Gulf Coast Jewish
Family & Community Services ............................................32
R’Club Child Care, Inc. ........................................................33
YWCA Hispanic Outreach ...................................................34
Health
Pinellas County Department-Health and Human Services ...35
Refugee Health Program .......................................................36
Dental Clinics...................................................... 37-38
Healthy Start Program...............................................38
Father Services Program ...........................................38
WIC-Women, Infants and Children Program .......................39
Early Steps ............................................................................40
School Immunizations ..........................................................41
Health Insurance-Florida KidCare Program .........................42
Free Vision Screening-Prevent Blindness Florida ................43
Free Clinics ...........................................................................44
Walk-In Clinics .....................................................................45
Health Care for Uninsured .............................................. 46-47
Community Health Centers...................................................48
Health Care Mobil Units .......................................................48
PARC ....................................................................................49
Other Health Benefits-Publix Pharmacy ...............................50
Health and Human Services (Social Services) .................51
Social Security .............................................................................52
Employment
WorkNet Pinellas ..................................................................53
Small Business Centers .........................................................54
Goodwill Industries-Suncoast Temporary Staffing Agency .55
Housing
Pinellas County Housing Authority ......................................56
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Independent Living Program ................................................57
Tampa Bay CDC ...................................................................58
Habitat for Humanity ...................................................... 59-60
Food
Free Clinic We Help Services ...............................................61
Food Pantries .................................................................. 61-62
Clothing
Clothes To Kids Inc. .............................................................63
The Salvation Army ..............................................................64
Transportation
PSTA-Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority .................... 65-66
Electricity
Duke Energy Services ...........................................................67
Help with Electricity Bills ....................................................68
Energy Neighbor Fund Program ...............................68
Pinellas Energy Efficiency Program (PEEP) ............69
Lifeline Assistance ....................................................70
Utilities
Pinellas County Utilities Services .........................................71
Help Line 2-1-1 ...........................................................................72
Legal
Gulf Coast Legal Services, Inc. ............................................73
Pro Bono Services .................................................................73
Human Rights Office ............................................................73
Citizenship and Immigration.................................................74
Free Citizenship Classes .......................................................74
Notary Public ........................................................................75
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Interpreting Services
VOICE Interpreting Program ................................................76
BFV Translation and Interpretive Services...........................76
Red Cross Interpreters...........................................................76
U.S.F. World Languages Department ...................................76
SPIFFS ..................................................................................76
Other Tampa Area Interpreting Resources ...........................77
National Interpreting Resources ...........................................77
Driver License, Driving Test and ID Cards
Office Locations, Contact Information and Hours ......... 78-79
Free Driver Education for High School Students .................79
Free Tax Return Preparation
Wealth Building Coalition ....................................................80
VITA-Volunteer Income Tax Assistance .............................81
AARP Services .....................................................................81
Parks and Recreation Programs ..........................................82
Largo Soccer League ............................................................82
World Cultures
SPIFFS-St. Petersburg International Folkfair Society ..........83
Pinellas County Schools
Student Assignment………… ..............................................84
Family Support Center (The Children’s Home, Inc.) ...........84
Magnet Programs and Career Academies .............................85
Homework Help Line ...........................................................86
Help Line for Spanish Speaking Families ............................86
Parent Connect-FOCUS ........................................................86
New Student Registration .....................................................87
PTEC Dual Enrollment Program for High School Students .88
Florida Virtual School...........................................................88
AVID Program ......................................................................89
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Scholarships ..........................................................................90
Bright Futures ...........................................................90
Florida Academic Scholars Award ...........................91
Medallion Scholars Award ................................. 91-92
Gold Seal Vocational Award .............................. 92-93
What is the first step? ................................................93
Community Services .................................................93
Doorways Scholarship Facts .....................................94
Additional Scholarship Resources ............................95
Bright House Networks.............................................96
Useful Community Phone Numbers ....................................97
Useful Tampa Bay and State Resources for Refugees
Office of Refugee Services ...................................................98
World Relief..........................................................................98
Vietnamese Refugees at CCDOSP .......................................98
U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security .........................................98
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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
FOR REFUGEES
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of
St. Petersburg
1213 16th St. N
St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Refugee Program
(727) 893-1313
Services:
The program resettles refugees and provides specific services for
refugee families, Cuban/Haitian entrants, Visa Lottery winners and
asylees: pre-arrival planning and reception, locating and setting up
housing, orientation to community, tutoring, case management,
employment training and placement, etc.
Immigration Program
(727) 893-1313 Ext. 208
Services:
All who are in need of immigration services regardless of their ability
to pay are eligible for services. Fees are nominal and are approved by
the Board of Immigration Appeals. The program provides assistance
with immigration questions and forms, such as affidavit of support,
adjustment of status, naturalization, replacement of immigration
documents, extension of non-immigrant visas, change of status,
petitions for family reunification, political asylum and other services.
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Refugee Savings Plan Program
(727) 893-1313 Ext. 207
Services:
The Refugee Savings Plan, a program of Catholic Charities Friends In
Need – Refugee Services, helps refugees who meet the qualifying
guidelines reach their personal / financial goals and dreams. This is
achieved through a combination of an individual savings plan,
participation in a minimum of 8 hours of program classes regarding
financial topics. Participants who reach their goal are awarded the
match grant of $1 for each $1 saved up to the maximum allowed.
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Refugee Youth Services Program
A Program of Gulf Coast Jewish Family&
Community Services
13630 58th St. N., Suite 104
Clearwater, FL 33760
(727) 450-7290
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., but services
provided are flexible.
Services:
The Program serves children and youth:
- between the ages of 5 through 20, currently in grades K-12 or
need help enrolling
- refugees and asylees from all countries and Cuban/Haitian
entrants
- who have resided in the United States for three years or less
All of the services are free and include:
- Individual and group tutoring in school subjects and ESOL for 6th12th grade
- Structured social/recreational activities
- School liaison between parents, schools and youth (interpreters
povided if needed) provided
- Individualized career/education exploration for youth 16 and up
- Assistance in school-to-workforce transition
- Parenting classes, individual/group counseling and case
management
The immigration status of a child does not need to be known in order
to make a referral. For referrals, please call (727) 450-7290.
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Lutheran Services of Florida
7901 4th St. N, Suite 308
(727) 563-9400
Services:
This program helps eligible refugees/entrants (who have been in the
United States for less than five years) find employment and become
self-sufficient. Services include: employability skill training,
assistance with language difficulties, child care referrals, job referrals
and placement, assistance with transportation needs and follow-up
services.
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Coptic Orthodox Charities, Inc.
2312 Gulf To Bay
(727) 785-3551
(727) 791-5822
Fax: (727) 787-8442
Email: [email protected]
Services:
Helping refugees and immigrants with applications for green cards,
work permits, political asylum and citizenship. Emphasis is placed on
helping refugees, immigrants, political asylees, foreign nationals and
low-income families access legal, social and health services. The
program strives to provide education and advocacy on diversity and
human rights with an emphasis on Middle Eastern cultural awareness.
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Lealman & Asian Neighborhood
Family Center
4255 56th Ave. N
(727) 520-9820
Working Hours: Monday – Thursday
8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Friday
8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Services:
-After-School Tutoring Program for elementary & middle school
children.
- Adult ESOL Class on Mondays & Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m.
- Adult Basic and advance Computer Class on Tuesdays and Thursday
from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
- VITA – Volunteer Income Tax Return – During Tax Season
- Family Support and Referral Programs:
Employment
Education
Vocational Training
Financial
Parent Child Activities
Parent Support Group
Affordable Housing or First Time Home Buyer
Immigration & Naturalization Services
Translation/Interpretation (for existing clients only)
Florida Access and Kid care
These services are free of charge for our clients. There are no income
limits or eligibility criteria. The Lealman and Asian Neighborhood
Family Center serves the Asian Community throughout Pinellas
County. Our goal is to provide children, families, and the Lealman/
Asian community with services and support that will enhance selfsufficiency with dignity.
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Intercultural Advocacy Institute,
Hispanic Outreach Center
612 Franklin St.
(727) 445-9734
Services:
The group is responding to the needs of a changing Hispanic/Latino
population through advocacy, community partnership, family
education events, etc.
-Interpreter and Victim Advocacy Services
-Family Advocacy
-Youth Prevention Services
-Mental health Counseling
-Parenting Classes
-Healthy Relationship Classes
-Life in the United States (information classes)
-ESOL classes (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
-Legal and Immigration Law Clinics
-Human Trafficking Training
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JWB-Juvenile Welfare Board of
Pinellas County
6698 68th Ave. N, Suite A
Pinellas Park, FL 33781
(727) 547-5600
Services:
JWB does not provide direct services to children and families, but
funds services for non-profit, government and other community
groups, such us Big Brother Big Sisters, Children’s Home, CASA, etc.
Programs:
-Ending Child Maltreatment
-School Readiness
-Ensuring School Success
-Safety Net
-Neighborhood Family Centers
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EDUCATION - LITERACY
FOR ADULTS AND
STUDENTS
PREP–Pinellas Refugee Education
Program
901 34th St. S.
(727) 217-7635, ext. 1000
Working Hours: Monday and Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 5 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Training Only located at pTEC Clearwater
6100 154th Ave. N.
(727) 217-7635, ext. 1000
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 4:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Services:
The Pinellas Refugee Education Program (PREP) offers free training
and classes for qualified refugees of all nationalities who have been in
the United States fewer than 5 years and who meet certain eligibility
criteria: Cuban/Haitian entrants, including parolees and asylum
applicants; asylees; Amerasians; Certified Victims of Trafficking;
lawful permanent residents who adjusted from prior refugee, entrant or
asylee status; and special immigrants of Iraqi or Afghan nationality.
The goal of the program is to help refugees learn English, get their
GED, and obtain the Pinellas Technical Education Centers (pTEC)
training necessary to develop marketable career skills. This program is
funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human
Services, Office of Refugee Resettlement, and is administered by the
Florida Department of Children & Families.
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PREP offers the following resources and services.
-Career assessment and exploration
-Ongoing case management and follow-up
-Assistance with educational costs
-Transportation and child care assistance
-ESOL, CNA, LPN instruction
-Business Technology instruction
-Various pTEC career training options available once English
proficiency is achieved
-Referrals for employment
-Project Prosper Financial Literacy Classes
-Translation & interpreter services
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Vocational Programs
PTEC-Pinellas Technical Education
Centers
Clearwater Campus
6100 154th Ave. N
(727) 538-7167
St. Petersburg Campus
901 34th St. S
(727) 893-2500
www.myptec.org
Services:
Affordable vocational education for adults (at least 16 years of age and
not currently enrolled in a secondary education program in the Pinellas
County school system). Services include the career consultations,
testing, tuition waivers and scholarships based on eligibility criteria,
job referrals, etc. Contact the campuses to learn more about the
programs available, such as applied welding, cabinetmaking,
electronics, Web design, medical program and much more.
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English Classes for Adults
Clearwater Adult Education Center
540 S. Hercules Ave.
(727) 469-4190
Dixie Hollins Adult Education Center
4940 62nd St. N
(727) 547-7872
Lakewood Community School
1400 54th Ave. S
(727) 893-2955
Northeast Community School
1717 54th Ave. N
(727) 570-3193
Tomlinson Adult Learning Center
296 Mirror Lake Dr. N
(727) 893-2723
Palm Harbor Community School
1900 Omaha St.
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
(727) 669-1140
On-line Distance Learning English
Classes and GED Classes for Adults
www.floridastudyonline.com
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GED-General Education Development
All of the Adult Education Centers in Pinellas County listed on the
previous page offer help with GED preparation, and they are the GED
test sites. The Pinellas Technical Education Centers also offer GED
preparations:
St. Petersburg Campus
901 34th St. S
(727) 893-2500
Clearwater Campus
6100 154th Ave. N
(727) 538-7167
For current GED test schedule, contact the centers or go to
www.pcsb.org/workforce/ged/home.html.
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Enterprise High School
2461 McMullen Booth Rd. Bldg B
(727) 474-1237
Services:
It provides a free non-traditional school setting to earn a state
recognized high school diploma for individuals 16 years of age and
older.
Job placement and career planning is also offered.
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Tutoring
Tarpon Springs Library
138 E. Lemon St.
Tarpon Springs, FL 34681
(727) 943-4922
Services: Free English tutoring for individuals and small groups
Clearwater E. Library
2251 Drew St.
(727) 562-4970
Working Hours: Every Monday, 4:30 p.m.-6 p.m. (for adults)
Every Tuesday, 5 p.m.-6 p.m. (reading comprehension)
Every Wednesday, 3 p.m.-5 p.m. (homework help)
Services: Free English tutoring for adults and children
Largo Public Library
120 Central Park Dr.
Largo, FL 33771
Services: ESL for adult non-native English speakers-one-to-one
tutoring and small group classes.
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United Methodist Cooperative
Ministries (UMCM)
403 1st Ave. SW
Largo, FL 33770
(727) 442-6881, ext. 2
Working Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
Services:
Adult ESOL, family literacy, computer-assisted language learning,
computer classes for adult ESOL students, homework help for
children, child-enrichment for children of ESOL students, tutoring,
citizenship classes for ESOL students and immigration clinic. All
services are available free of charge to anyone with limited English.
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Literacy Council of Upper Pinellas
223 Douglas Ave.
Dunedin, FL 34698
(727) 298-3080, ext. 242 or (727) 734-7216
Working Hours: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Services:
The Literacy Council of Upper Pinellas County, Inc. is an all-volunteer
organization committed to teaching adults (age 16 and older, both
ESOL and Basic) English reading, speaking and writing skills using an
individualized curriculum. The services of LCUP are offered to
residents of Pinellas County who live north of Ulmerton Road.
Tutoring is one-on-one and takes place at a location agreeable to both
student and tutor, with most students meeting in private teaching
spaces in north county public libraries. Tutors work to assist all adults
as they work toward their individual literacy goals. The council also
has tutors who assist adults as they study for the GED test and those
who are preparing for the citizenship test. The only cost to the student
is a nominal fee for workbooks.
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Public Libraries
North County
- 138 E. Lemon St. , Tarpon Springs, FL 34689, (727) 943-4922
- 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor, FL 34683, (727) 784-3332
- 425 E. Lake Rd. Palm Harbor, FL 34685, (727) 773-2665
- 4125 East Lake Rd., Palm Harbor FL 34685, (727) 773-2665
- 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin, FL 34698, (727) 298-3080
- 101 Second St. N, Safety Harbor, FL 34695, (727) 724-1525
- 101 State St. W, Oldsmar, FL 34677, (813) 749-1178
- 100 N. Osceola Ave. Clearwater, FL 33755, (727) 562-4970
- 2741 SR 580, Clearwater, FL 33761
- 2251 Drew St. Clearwater, FL 33765, (727) 562-4970
- 905 N. MLK Jr. Ave. Clearwater, FL (727) 562-4970
- 120 Central Park Drive, FL 33771, (727) 587-6748
South County
- 9200 113th St. N, Seminole, FL 33772, (727) 394-6922
- 7770 52nd St., Pinellas Park, FL 33781, (727) 541-0718
- 280 5th St. N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, (727) 892-5003
- 6700 8th Ave. N. St. Petersburg, FL 33710, (727) 341-7199
- 2300 Roy Hanna Dr. S., St. Petersburg, FL 33712, (727) 893-7244
- 1059 18th Ave. S. St. Petersburg, FL 33705, (727) 893-7113
- 691 43rd St. S. St. Petersburg, FL 33711, (727) 893-7714
- 5501 28th Ave. S, Gulfport, FL 33707, (727) 893-1073
- 200 Municipal Drive, FL 33708, (727) 391-2828
Services:
Library membership cards are free. Public libraries provide books,
materials and magazines for all ages, to be read in the library or rented.
In addition, the members can use computer and Internet services,
attend literacy workshops, get help with English tutoring, and
participate in variety of activities for all ages.
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Deaf Literacy Center
101 2nd St. N.
Safety Harbor, FL 34695
(727)724-1525, ext. 232 or TDD (727) 724-1529
Services:
Basic English literacy and communication skills for people who are
deaf and hard of hearing, pre-GED tutoring, computer literacy, after
school assistance, and transportation to qualified individuals.
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FNP-Florida Family Nutrition Program
12520 Ulmerton Rd.
Largo, FL 33774
(727) 582-2137
http://fycs.ifas.ufl.edu
Services:
The Family Nutrition Program (FNP) is the Florida component of the
USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education
(SNAP-Ed). It is a partnership between USDA’s Food and Nutrition
Services, Florida Department of Children and Families, UF/IFAS, and
Pinellas County Extension. FNP works with families and children,
teen parents, school-aged children, Head Start children and parents,
senior citizens, the homeless, battered women, and anyone else who
receives or is eligible for SNAP benefits.
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Foreign Diploma Evaluation
To certify your foreign diploma, part of your education or a
professional license while seeking future education or employment,
contact any of the NACES (National Association of Credential and
Evaluation Services) members from the current NACES members’ list
at http://www.naces.org/members.htm
Local NACES members are:
Josef Silny & Associates, Inc.
International Education Consultants
7101 S.W. 102 Ave.
Miami, FL 33173
(305) 273-1616
Fax: (305) 273-1338
Fax: (305) 273-1984 (Translations)
email: [email protected]
http://www.jsilny.com
Academic Evaluation Services, Inc
7320 E. Fletcher Ave., Suite 106
Tampa, FL 33637
(813) 490-6274
Fax: (813) 490-6275
http://www.aes-eud.org
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Florida Homeless Education Program
Local: (727) 588-6434
State: (850) 245-0668
National: 1(800) 308-2145
Website: http://www.fldoe.org/bsa/title1/titlex.asp
Services:
If due to a loss of housing, you live in a shelter, motel, vehicle,
campground, on the street, in abandoned buildings, or doubled-up with
relatives or friends, then you are eligible to receive services provided
under the McKinney-Vento Act. If qualified, your child has the right
to free breakfast and lunch, continue in the school they last attended
before you became homeless, receive free transportation, receive a
school supply, and go to class field trips even if you are not able to
pay, etc.
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Head Start Program
Services:
It is a free pre-school/day-care program for income-eligible families
that have age eligible children. Families with unique social or other
needs are considered. There are many Head Start centers throughout
Pinellas.
To apply, call Family Services at (727) 547-5971.
www.pinellascountyheadstart.org
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Project Prosper-Financial Literacy
PO Box 8411
Madeira Beach, FL 33739
(727) 391-8213
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Services:
Financial wellness for adult immigrants and refugees.
Project Prosper offers a holistic program to help integrate recent
immigrants into the financial and economic mainstream.
Financial Education: Based on the FDIC’s Money Smart
curriculum. Topics include: banking, budgeting, checking and savings,
credit reports, credit cards and loans.
Loans and Matched Savings: Project Prosper makes a small number
of loans to documented immigrants who have resided in the United
States for eight years or less, who live in Pinellas County (south of
Gulf-to-Bay Blvd.) and who have been employed continuously for at
least six months. Applicants are referred by partner organizations and
agencies.
Maximum loan amount: $1,500
Maximum loan term: 24 months
Loan purpose: Any one-time need
Interest rate: zero percent, but borrowers must pay 10 percent “selfinterest” which is held as savings for them.
Matched savings: Successful borrowers will have saved 10 percent of
their loan amount and upon repayment in full and completion of a
financial education program will have their savings matched dollarfor-dollar.
Mentoring: Each Project Prosper borrower is assigned a mentor who
stays in touch throughout the loan repayment period. For more details,
visit www.projectprosper.org or contact [email protected]
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SUMMER
SCHOOL AND RECREATIONAL
PROGRAMS
Refugee Youth Services
(A Program of Gulf Coast Jewish Family & Community Services)
13630 58th St. N., Suite 104
(727) 450-7290
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., but services
provided are flexible.
Services:
Structured social and recreational activities, such as group and one-onone English tutoring, field trips, enrichment activities, career planning,
and counseling activities.
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R'Club Child Care, Inc.
4140 49th St. N
(727) 578-5437
www.rclub.net
Services:
R'Club child care and summer programs emphasize the importance of
the four R’s -respect, responsibility, resourcefulness and
responsiveness to the needs of others. R'Club provides academic
support, homework assistance and enriching activities that support
children's academic progress. Activities at R'Club are aligned with the
Common Core State Standards so children learn while they are
having fun.
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YWCA Hispanic Outreach
612 Franklyn St.
Clearwater, Fl 33756
(727) 445-9734
Services:
Summer program with transportation provided for eligible children.
Please call the number above to see if you qualify.
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HEALTH
Pinellas County Department of Health
and Human Services
http://www.pinellascounty.org/humanservices/
Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
2189 Cleveland St., Suite 230
(727) 464-8400
647 First Ave. N,
(727) 585-7781
8751 Ulmerton Rd.
Largo, FL 33771
(727) 524-4410
301 S. Disston Ave.
(727) 942-5457
Services:
All new & existing low income and uninsured patients requiring
primary or preventive care only. Services include dental services,
funeral assistants and economic assistants.
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Refugee Health Program
205 Dr. Martin Luther King St. N
(727) 824-6900
www.pinellashealth.com
Services:
Refugee Health program is designed to assure that newly arriving
refugees are medically screened to identify health problems. Activities
include language translation, the provision of educational health care
materials, and language interpretation for refugees at our medical
clinics. This program promotes community-based partnerships for the
development and implementation of effective strategies to reduce and
prevent diseases and promote healthier lifestyles among refugees in
Pinellas County.
Dental
If your child has a dental emergency (toothache), you must call the
dental center between 8-8:30 a.m. to make an appointment. We will
make every effort to schedule your child an appointment that day.
Dental Clinics
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- 12420 130th Ave. N, Largo, FL 33774, (727) 588-4040, ext. 129
- 310 N. Myrtle Ave., Clearwater, FL 33781, (727) 469-5800, ext. 121
- 205 Dr. M. L. King St. N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, (727) 824-6975
- 6350 76th Ave. N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781, (727) 547-7780, ext. 103
- 301 South Disston Ave., Tarpon Springs, FL 34689, (727) 942-5457
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Call the centers or mail to:
[email protected]
Who Is Eligible?
- Children with no insurance coverage or Medicaid up to 18 years
of age. Fee is based on income.
- Children up to 21 years of age with Medicaid. No fee.
Required Documentation needed to determine non-Medicaid eligibility
and fees:
Social Security Card - If you do not have one please contact the local
Social Security Office near you to obtain a duplicate card.
Proof of Residency - driver's license, utility bills.
Proof of Income - Current checking account statement, pay stubs or
income verification from your employer, alimony. Verification of any
contributions/unemployment compensation.
Verification of Expenses - child care expenses, rent, bills.
Verification of your disability - certification of your disability and
checking account statements.
Payment Fees: All fees must be paid at the time services are delivered
unless prior arrangements are made. Based on your financial,
payments can be made by cash, check with ID or MasterCard and
Visa.
Dental Walk-In Clinic
1030 Belcher Rd. S.
Largo, FL 33771
(727) 533-9199
Working Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Services:
Full services for no insurance coverage individuals. Office fee is $60.
This fee is waived if the treatment is provided the same day. Spanish –
English speaking dental assistants available.
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Healthy Start Program
(727) 824-6900
Services:
Home visits, parent education, help with getting health services and
medical providers, finding child care, transportation assistance, etc. In
order to receive such services, the family must be enrolled in the
program prior to the child turning three months old.
Father Service Program
(727) 824-6900
Services:
Home visits, parent education, help with getting health services and
medical providers, finding child care, transportation assistance, etc. In
order to receive such services, the family must be enrolled in the
program prior to the child turning three months old.
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WIC-Women, Infants and Children
Program
WIC Program Locations
12420 130th Ave. N.
Largo, FL 33644
(727) 588-4716
310 N. Myrtle Ave.
(727) 298-2530
205 9th St. N.
(727) 824-6914
6350 76th Ave. N.
(727) 547-7780
301 S. Disston Ave.
(727) 942-5457
Services:
All services are free, based on income eligibility. They include WIC
checks for healthy foods, nutrition education and counseling,
breastfeeding support and referrals for health care.
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Early Steps
Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
480 7th Ave. S.
(727) 767-6705
www.allkids.org
Services:
Early Steps offers early intervention services to eligible infants and
toddlers (birth to 36) with significant developmental delays or a
condition that may result in a developmental delay. Early Intervention
is provided to support families and caregivers in developing the skill
and confidence to help their child learn and develop.
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School Immunizations
Free services are available at any of Pinellas County Health
Department Centers:
310 N Myrtle Ave.
(727) 469-5800
12420 130th Ave. N.
Largo, FL 33644
(727) 588-4040
205 Dr. MLK Jr. St. N.
(727) 824-6900
6350 76th Ave. N.
(727) 547-7780
301 S. Disston Ave.
(727) 942-5457
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Health Insurance
Florida Covering Kids and Families
3111 E Fletcher Avenue
Tampa, FL
1(813) 974-2317
www.floridakidcare.org
http://floridacoveringkidsandfamilies.health.usf.edu
Services:
It is a state health insurance program that provides affordable health
care benefits for working families with uninsured children under the
age of 19. Children enrolled in the program receive regular doctor’s
visits, immunizations and routine vision and hearing screening. Most
families pay a premium of less than $20 a month. Children, birth to 18,
who have other health insurance may still qualify for one of the
programs. A representative is always available to answer any questions
that you might have and assist families in receiving one-on-one
application assistance (native language available).
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Free Vision Screening
Prevent Blindness Florida
(813) 874-2020, ext. 4020
Services:
This is a federally funded program for all residents of Florida.
No age and income limits. The monthly free vision screen calendar
with dates, times and locations can be found at
www.preventblindnessflorida.org. Free vision screening in Pinellas is
usually held at the local community health centers.
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Free Clinics
Free Clinic Health Center
863 3rd Ave. N
St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 327-0333
Clearwater Free Clinic
707 N. Fort Harrison Ave.
(727) 447-3041
Services:
It is an urgent care clinic for adults aged 18-64 without private
insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and with no other health place to go.
Professional doctors and nurses volunteer their time and services to see
patients whose medical needs meet qualifying criteria. On a long-term
basis, patients who qualify are assisted with obtaining medications
through the pharmaceutical drug assistance programs (DAP). Other
services provided are: health screenings, physical therapy, a limited
number of work physicals, diabetic classes and support groups, overthe-counter medicines, medical equipment (such as crutches,
wheelchairs), other support groups and referral information.
Clinica Guadalupana
1000 Lakeview Rd.
(727) 461-7730
Open Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Services:
Free services for people with no insurance. Donations are accepted. No
age limit. For appointments, call on Mondays, from 9-9:30 a.m. Walkin only in case of an emergency.
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Walk-In Clinics
Med Express Urgent Care
26812 US Hwy 19 N
(727) 799-2727
Bayfront Convenient Care Clinic:
1550 Pasadena Ave. S.
South Pasadena, FL 33707
(727) 381-3627
6455 Gulf Blvd.
St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
(727) 367-5666
7000 4th St. N.
(727) 526-3627
Services:
No appointments are necessary. When walking in, ask what types of
payment are accepted. All walk-in clinics accept payments in cash,
check or credit card. Some walk-in clinics accept only certain types of
health insurance.
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Health Care for Uninsured
Hot Line: (727) 820-4242
205 Dr. M.L. King St. N
St. Petersburg, FL, 33701
(727) 824-6900 (doors open at 7:30 a.m.)
Working Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays:
7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Wednesdays: noon-5 p.m.
6350 76th Avenue N
Pinellas Park, FL, 33781
(727) 547-7780 (doors open at 7:30 a.m.)
7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
8751 Ulmerton Rd.
Largo, FL 33771
(727) 524-4410
7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Willa Carson Health Clinic
1108 N. Martin Luther King Ave.
Clearwater, FL, 33755
(727) 467-9411
Working Hours: Mondays: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Tuesdays: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Wednesdays: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Thursdays: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fridays: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
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Services:
All new & existing low income and uninsured patients (18 years and
older) requiring primary or preventive care only.
The centers on previous page include DENTAL CARE for
children 18 years of age and younger.
For a child dental emergency, call one of the centers listed above,
between 8-8:30 a.m. to make an appointment.
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Community Health Centers
Johnnie Ruth Clark Health Center
1344 22nd St. S
St. Petersburg, FL, 33712
(727) 821-6701
12420 130th Ave. N
Largo, FL, 33774
(727) 587-7729
301 S. Disston Ave.
Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689
(727) 944-3828
6237 66th St.
(727) 544-2284
1020 Lakeview Rd.
(727) 461-1439
Health Care Mobil Units
Please visit www.pinellascounty.org/humanServices/mobil to learn
about the monthly schedules, locations and time of free health care
services for uninsured.
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PARC-Turning Disabilities into
Capabilities
3190 Tyrone Blvd. N
(727) 345-9111
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Services:
The program helps children and adults with disabilities focus on what
they can do and achieve the quality of life we all deserve. Services
include a preschool with early intervention from teachers, social
workers, nurses and therapists, which includes speech, physical and
occupational therapy; a family-focused program with early
intervention to infants and toddlers in the community; a children’s
respite program for children and families; and a technology center and
multi-sensory environment with specially adopted toys and
computers. For adults, PARC offers recreation, employment skills, job
placement and coaching, fine and visual arts, adult technology
trainings, and many other activities, etc. In addition, PARC has 4
residential homes for 94 individuals, including 2 Intermediate Care
Facilities with behavior and medical supports.
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Other Health Care Benefits
Publix Pharmacy
Services:
Free oral antibiotics with doctor’s prescription up to a 14-day supply
in all local stores: Penicillin VK, Ampicilin, Amoxicillin, Cephalexin,
and several others.
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HEALTH AND HUMAN
SERVICES
(Former Department of Social Services, DSS)
Services:
Assistance with application for Food Stamps, Medicaid, TCA
(temporary cash assistance), TANF (temporary assistance for needy
families), job search, etc. To apply on line, visit
www.dcf.state.fl.us/ess
South Pinellas Service Center
647 1st Ave. N.
(727) 582-7781
North Pinellas Service Center
2189 Cleveland Street, Suite 230
(727) 464-8400
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SOCIAL SECURITY
Social Security Benefit Centers
1(800) 772-1213
Services are available at any of Social Security Centers:
30 Dr. MLK St. S.
10200 49th St. N.
2340 Drew St.
Services:
Assistance with application process for Supplemental Security Income
(SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) due to short or
long term disabilities or age qualification.
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EMPLOYMENT
WorkNet Pinellas
49th Street
4140 49th St. N
(727) 524-4344
Downtown St. Petersburg
624 1st Ave. S
(727) 524-4344
Midtown Center
1048 22nd St. S
(727) 324-2988
Gulf-To-Bay
2312 Gulf-To-Bay Blvd.
(727) 524-4344
Clearwater-Barry Street
1510 Barry St.
(727) 324-2520
Tarpon Springs
38500 U.S. Hwy 19 N
Palm Harbor, FL 33683
(727) 524-4344
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Small Business
To learn more about starting your own business contact one of the
centers below:
USF Business Assistance Office
USF - St. Petersburg College of Business
263 13th Ave. S, Suite 301
(727) 873-4753
By appointment only, every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
Clearwater Chamber of Commerce
Business Counseling
1130 Cleveland St.
(727) 461-0011
By appointment only, every 2nd and 4th Friday of each month
St. Petersburg Business Assistance Center
Business Counseling
33 Sixth St. S, Suite 301
(727) 893-7146
By appointment only, every Wednesday
Pinellas Park Technical Service Building
6051 78th Ave.
(727) 541-0805, ext. 2108
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Goodwill Industries-Suncoast
Temporary Staffing Agency
Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
10596 Gandy Blvd.
(727) 577-6411
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HOUSING
Pinellas County Housing Authority
11479 Ulmerton Rd.
Largo, FL 33778
(727) 443-7684
http://www.pin-cha.org/
Services: Rental assistance to low-income families through the
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program. Scholarships for current
housing program participants over the age of 17 and enrolled in
educational programs, with GPA 2.0 and higher.
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Independent Living Program
600 Cleveland St., Suite 800
Clearwater, FL
(727) 464-8210
Services:
- Incentives for free, accessible housing for lower income
individuals with disabilities.
- For eligibility criteria, income guide and how to apply, go to:
http://pinellascounty.org/community/IndependentLivingProgram.htm
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Tampa Bay Housing Counseling
Services
2139 N. E Coachman Rd.
Clearwater, Fl 33765
(727) 446-6222 or (866) 608-3220
http://www.tampabaycdc.org/housing-counseling-services.html
Services:
Free homebuyer education classes and down payment assistance
program. Free pre-purchase home ownership counseling, review of
credit report, and help with shopping for the right mortgage at the
lowest cost. Free personalized foreclosure prevention by certified
counselors to avoid foreclosure scams.
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Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas
13355 49th St. N.
(727) 536-4755
www.phfh.org
Working Hours:
Office: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Store: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturdays 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Services:
Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County promotes family stability by
providing innovative and affordable housing solutions to qualified
individuals and families. In partnership with our community, we work
toward our ultimate goal of eliminating substandard housing
throughout the county.
Interested in a Homeownership?
Do you meet the following criteria?
Having a housing need or living in inadequate housing
Willingness to Partner
Homeowner candidates must be willing to partner with Habitat
Pinellas in the following ways:
- Must have lived or worked in Pinellas for at least one year.
- Complete 11 homeowner classes.
- Complete a minimum of 250 – 350 hours of sweat equity.
- Pay $500 towards closing costs ($40 each month).
Should the applicant choose not to continue the homeownership
process with Habitat Pinellas, the money will be refunded.
- Work on house construction site with sponsor.
- Be available for interviews, photos, or any other media activities.
- Pay home mortgage on time every month.
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Ability to Repay Mortgage
- Must have the ability to pay expenses related to homeownership.
- Income must be between 30 – 80 percent of the county median
income.
- The ability to pay approximately $650 per month for 25 to 35
years, for the mortgage, taxes and insurance.
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FOOD
Free
Clinic We Help Services
rd
863 3 Ave. N
(727) 823-3471
Services:
Free food and personal hygiene items for individuals in need. Limited
assistance with water bills.
Food Pantries
Sylvan Abbey United Methodist Church
2817 Sunset Point Rd.
(727) 796-3057
Hours: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
St. Paul’s United Methodist Church
1199 Highland Ave. NE
Largo, FL 33770
(727) 584-8165
Hours: Monday-Friday, 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
Lealman United Methodist Church
4090 58th Ave. N.
(727) 526-6240
Hours: Thursday, 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m.
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Serenity United Methodist Church
2750 5th Ave. N.
(727) 282-2993
Hours: Monday, 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m.
Wesley United Methodist Church
301 37th Ave. N.
(727) 896-4797
Hours: Monday, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Wednesday, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Clearview United Methodist Church
4515 38th Ave. N.
(727) 522-4673
Hours: Monday, 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m.
Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m.
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CLOTHING
Clothes to Kids, Inc
1059 N. Hercules Ave.
(727) 441-5050
Website: www.clothestokids.org
3251 3rd Ave. N. Suite 145
(727) 327-7100
Services:
Provide new and quality used clothing to low-income or in
crisis school-age children in Pinellas County, free of charge.
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The Salvation Army
1625 N. Belcher Rd.
(727) 725-9777
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
1400 4th St. S
(727) 822-4954
The Salvation Army Social Services Office
1521 Druid Rd. E
(727) 446-4177
Services:
Assistance with food, rental and utility bills, school supply, etc. Youth
program organizes summer camps and holiday giving activities.
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TRANSPORTATION
PSTA-Pinellas Suncoast Transit
Authority
Phone Information Center
(727) 540-1900
www.PSTA.net
Working hours:
Monday - Friday, 6 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturdays, 7 a.m.-8 p.m.
Sundays and Holidays, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Services: Bus routes, route maps, bus schedules and other help
- A PSTA representative will take the first bus trip with the new
customers.
- Children up to five years of age and up to three children ride free
when accompanied by a ride-paying adult.
- Seniors, disabled and Medicare cardholders get 50 percent off
cash fares.
Williams Park Customer Service Center
340 Second Ave. N- Located in downtown St. Petersburg
Monday - Saturday, 7 a.m.-5:45 p.m.
Sundays and Holidays, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sundays & Holidays closed for lunch between 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Park Street Terminal Customer Service Center
525 Park St. - Located in downtown Clearwater
Monday - Saturday, 7:15 a.m.-5:15 p.m.
(Closed daily 12:45-1:45 p.m.)
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Central Plaza Customer Service Center
3180 Central Ave. - Located in Midtown St. Petersburg
Monday - Saturday, 7:15 a.m.-5:15 p.m.
(Closed daily 12:45-1:45 p.m.)
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ELECTRICITY
Duke Energy
5225 Tech Data Dr.
(727) 443-2641
299 1st Ave. N.
(727) 820-5151
180 2nd Ave. SE
(727) 825-3250
Services:
Local electric services provider. To stop, start or transfer electrical
service when moving to a new apartment, home or commercial site,
call the numbers above.
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Help with Electricity Bills
Energy Neighbor Fund
Duke Energy’s Energy Neighbor fund is an energy-assistance program
for our customers. This program provides assistance to customers who
are experiencing temporary financial difficulties, such as sudden
illness, unexpected unemployment, or an emergency or personal crisis.
Energy Neighbor Fund contributions come from Duke Energy’s
employees, customers, and the Duke Energy Foundation. To request
help, please visit or call:
Salvation Army
1400 4th St. S
(727) 821-9123 or (727) 822-4954
Religious Community Services
700 Druid Rd. E
(727) 443-4031
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Pinellas Energy Efficiency Program
(PEEP)
12520 Ulmerton Rd.
Largo, FL 33774
(727) 582-2097
[email protected]
Services:
Grant-funded program of Pinellas County’s IFAS Extension. It
educates the public about how to lower home energy bills. This
program provides the public with 60-minute PowerPoint presentations.
Attendees receive a free energy-saving kit. Presentations are done in
English and Spanish.
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Lifeline Assistance
(Available from Your Local Phone Company)
If you receive assistance from any of the programs below, you can
save up to $13.50 per month on local phone service with Lifeline
Assistance:
-
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
Medicaid
Federal Public Housing or Section 8 Assistance
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Food Stamps
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
National School Lunch Free Meals Program
May qualify for 50 percent off of your service connection fee, up to
$30, on new connections and transfer of service. Only one phone line
per household is eligible for Lifeline. You may also qualify for
Lifeline Assistance if your household income is less than 135 percent
of the federal income poverty guidelines. Call the Florida Office of
Public Counsel at 1(800) 540-7039 or your local phone provider
for details or to request an application.
For more information visit www.progress-energy.com
(Choose Florida and Customer Assistance Programs.)
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UTILITIES
Water and Solid Waste
14 S. Fort Harrison Ave.
(727) 464-4000
Services: water (drinking, reclaimed, waste) and solid waste
3095 114th Ave. N.
(727) 464-7500
Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 6 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
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2-1-1 HELP LINE
2-1-1 Tampa Bay Cares, Inc.
14155 58th St. N. Suite 211
(727) 210-4233
Website: www.211tampabay.org
Call Center: Dial 211
Administration Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Call Center: 24 hours
Services:
2-1-1 is a FREE confidential phone number available 7 days a week,
24 hours a day in 150 languages. A trained referral specialist provides
callers with information regarding health and human services
resources in Pinellas, Hernando and Citrus counties. Those who want
to give back to the community can contact 2-1-1 to obtain information
on where their volunteer time, skills, and donations are most needed.
If you are calling from a 3-digit blocked landline or cell phone or are
experiencing a rapid busy signal, please call (727) 210-4211.
(All groups eligible for our call center services.)
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LEGAL
Gulf Coast Legal Services, Inc.
641 1st St. S
(727) 821-0726
Services:
Free legal services to all income eligible people to protect their
personal safety, rights and interests in the areas of employment
discrimination, family, housing, health services and immigration
matters.
Pro Bono Services
314 S. Missouri Ave., Suite 109
(727) 443-0657
Services:
Free civil legal assistance, legal workshops, living will, clinics, etc.
Human Rights Office
400 S. Ft. Harrison Ave., 5th Floor
(727) 464-4880
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Citizenship and Immigration
Local U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Office:
5524 W. Cypress St.
Tampa, FL 33607
1(800) 375-5283
Help with citizenship application (N-400 form) is available at Catholic
Charities Immigration Program and Asian Family Center. To apply on
line, visit www.uscis.gov (Immigration Forms, Electronic Filing).
Appointments: Go to www.uscis.gov . Choose “INFOPASS,” then
choose the language needed and enter the county, zip code, and time
you want to schedule the appointment. If such time is available, you
will receive an electronic pass that needs to be printed and brought to
the appointment at the location above.
Free Citizenship Classes
Locations:
Lealman and Asian Neighborhood Family Center (see page 13)
United Methodist Cooperative Ministries (see page 23)
Literacy Council of Upper Pinellas (see page 24)
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Notary Public
Notary Public is a state certified professional that specializes in
signing legal, financial and other documents, as well as personal
statements. There are many notary public locations in the community,
but the most convenient to find are the one at Mail Boxes Etc. stores.
Mail Boxes Etc. Store Locations:
3665 E. Bay Dr., Suite 204
Largo, FL 33771
(727) 535-0620
611 S. Fort Harrison Ave.
Clearwater FL, 33756
(727) 446-3993
7780 49th St.
(727) 209-2459
6822 22nd Ave. N
(727) 381-2011
BFV Notary, Translation and Interpreting Services
P.O. Box 1430
Oldsmar, FL 34677
(727) 410-2152
Fax: (727) 499-0912
Services: In English, Spanish and French
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INTERPRETING SERVICES
VOICE (Interpreting Program)
Gulf Coast Jewish Family Service, Inc.
13630 58th St. N., Suite 104
(727) 450-7265
Services are free for refugees, asylees, Cuban/Haitians entrants,
parolees and victims of Human Trafficking.
BFV Translation and Interpreting
Services
(English, Spanish, French)
Translations are not certified.
P.O. Box 1430
Oldsmar FL 34677
(727) 410-2152
Red Cross Interpreters
(727) 898-3111
USF World Languages Department
(813) 974-2548
SPIFFS
(727) 552-1896
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Other Tampa Area Interpreting
Resources
All Languages Specialists, Inc.
(813) 234-5671
Cultural Dynamic Specialists
(813) 876-1605
National Interpreting Resources
Pacific Interpreters, Inc.
520 SW Yamhill, Suite 320
Portland, OR 97204
(800) 311-1232, ext. 5642
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DRIVER LICENSE,
DRIVING TEST AND
ID CARDS
Drivers License Offices
(727) 562-3262
Locations:
- 6855 62nd Ave. N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781
- 1663 Gulf to Bay Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33755
- 29399 Hwy 19 N, Ste. 100, Clearwater, FL 34621
- 13025 Starkey Rd., Largo, FL 33773
- 1067 62nd Ave. S, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
- 1800 66th St. N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710
- 743 S. Pinellas Ave., Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Under Suspension - Need Driver License for Work
Hardship Drivers Licenses - Clearwater (727) 507-4405
Immigrants
Immigrants that apply for a Florida driver’s license or ID card must
provide one of the following:
- Alien Registration receipt card (form I-551, Green card)
- I-551 stamp in passport or on I-94.
- Immigration judges order with the customers A-number granting
asylum.
- I-797 with the customers A-number stating the customer has been
granted asylum.
- I-797 or another form from the Bureau of Citizenship Immigration
Services with the customers A-number stating the customer’s
application for refugee status is approved.
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Non Immigrants
Non-immigrants that apply for a Florida driver’s license or ID card
must provide one of the following:
- Employment authorization card issued by the U.S. Department of
Justice (form I688B or I-766).
- Proof of non-immigrant classification provided by the U.S.
Department of Justice (form I-94 with supporting attachments).
- I-94 must be accompanied by a passport.
Certain classifications required additional documentation.
Examples are:
- F-1 and M-1 classification must be accompanied by an I-20.
- J-1 or J-2 designation must be accompanied by an IAP-66.
- Refugee, asylee and parolee classifications must be accompanied
by additional documentation.
For more information about the state driving law, documentation
requirements, testing, and other questions, visit:
www.dmvflorida.org/drivers-license-identification.shtm
Free Drivers Education and Summer
Sessions for High School Students
Several Pinellas County high schools are offering free drivers
education session every summer for both public and private school
students. It is usually 10-12 half-day sessions. Students must be 15
years of age. To register, students will need to contact the schools
program coordinators or (727) 588-6543 for updated information on
program location.
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FREE TAX RETURN
PREPARATION
Wealth Building Coalition
Pinellas Prosperity Campaign
Address: 2335 22nd Ave. S
(727) 453-0618
Working Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Mission: To promote and expand economic and asset-building
opportunities for low- and moderate-income households throughout
Pinellas County.
Services:
Promote community awareness of Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC);
provide community access to free income tax preparation at sites
throughout the county in partnership with the IRS Volunteer Income
Tax Assistance (VITA) program and local organizations. This
emphasizes and supports linkages to essential asset-building programs
for low- and moderate-households through financial education training
using the FDIC Money Smart curriculum and establishing banking
relationships through coalition members. Services are provided at no
cost.
The Wealth Building Coalition of Pinellas County/Pinellas Prosperity
Campaign is part of the national Prosperity Campaign initiative and is
supported by the JWB Children’s Services Council of Pinellas County,
United Way of Tampa Bay, Bank of America, Internal Revenue
Service, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and Pinellas County
Government.
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VITA –Volunteer Income Tax
Assistance
It is a group of volunteers, formed in partnership of Suncoast Schools
Federal Credit Union and IRS that offers free tax return preparation to
local working families with income limits. Services are offered at:
Asian Lealman Family Center
4255 56th Ave. N
(727) 520-9820
High Point YMCA
5812 150th Ave. N.
(727) 533-0730
Date and time of services change from year to year.
AARP-Association for the
Advancement of Retired Persons
The group offers free tax preparation to anyone over the age of 50 with
no income limits and to low-income individuals under 50. Services
are usually offered at Daystar Life Center, Graydi NFC, High Point
Neighborhood Family Center, Mattie Williams NFC, Union Academy
Family Center-CAP, etc. Dates and time of services changes from year
to year.
Services are offered from February 1-April 15 of each year.
For current service locations and schedule, visit:
www.suncoastfcu.org/DEfault.aspx?tabid=416
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PARKS AND RECREATION
Pinellas County Park Department
631 Chesnut St.
(727) 464-3347
www.pinellascounty.org/park
Services:
Recreational cards for residents and non-residents to access all public
swimming pools, tennis courts, basketball courts and to participate in
different sports and recreational activities.
Largo Soccer League
1779 Belcher Rd. S
Largo, FL 33779
(727) 560-5388
http://www.largounitedsoccer.com
Services:
Recreational and competitive soccer. Competitive program is for ages
9-18 for both boys and girls respectively. This program is offered to
players in Pinellas County and surrounding areas. If you are interested
in coaching please contact Al Sousa, Director of Coaching at Largo
United Soccer Club, at [email protected].
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WORLD CULTURES
SPIFFS-International Folk Fair
Association
330 5th St. N
(727) 552-1896
www.spiffs.org
Services:
The group organizes the international folk fair every spring (ethnic
displays of foods, arts and crafts). The language bank group includes
translators and interpreters of many languages to serve the community.
Folk dance groups and other artists visit local school and other
businesses throughout the year. Contact the office to learn about
opportunities to share your talents.
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PINELLAS COUNTY
SCHOOLS
Administration Building
301 4th St. SW
P.O. Box 2942
Largo, FL 33779-2942
www.pcsb.org
Student Assignment: (727) 588-6210
The District Call Center: (727) 587-2020
For Spanish, call: (727) 623-4414
ESOL Family Outreach, call: (727) 588-6415
Family Support Center
The Children’s Home Inc.
(727) 785-2762
Services:
Families are encouraged to learn about the program by contacting a
school guidance counselor or social worker. The family support might
include individualized tutoring, behavior and family intervention,
consultation, link with resources, fun support events and follow up.
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Magnet Programs and Career
Academies
Magnet programs and career academies are opportunities for students
to specialize their knowledge in career areas such as health, business,
culinary arts, criminal justice, etc. The programs will prepare students
for college in their areas of interest.
To receive information on how to apply and about program
requirements please contact your school guidance counselor or visit
“Parent” section at www.pcsb.org .
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Homework Helpline
The Homework Helpline is providing service to students of Pinellas
County's public schools from 5-8 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
The helpline telephone number is (727) 547-7223.
Please note that this is a TELEPHONE service; we cannot provide this
as an online service.
Helpline for Spanish Speaking Families
Spanish-speaking parents have a brand new resource where they can
get answers to their questions about the school district. This gives
Spanish-speaking families an opportunity to talk directly with
someone who speaks their language and can answer questions about
district programs and procedures. The Spanish Parent Helpline is (727)
623-4414.
Parent CONNECT-FOCUS
Services:
It is an online program that each parent can register for allowing them
to monitor their children’s daily progress in school (attendance,
homework assignments, grades, behavior, school info, etc.)
Step 1: Parent Registration
https://portal.pcsb.org
Step 2: Receive your User ID and Password
Visit any school to apply and bring a valid ID
The school will use our new program, UMRA, to provide a
user name and password.
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New Student Registration
STEP 1: Find Your Zoned School
Parents will first need to find their child’s zoned school by using the
Zoned School Locator or calling Student Assignment, (727) 588-6210.
STEP 2: Reserve a Seat
To reserve a seat at a zoned school, use the online Student Reservation
System (SRS) located on the district website, www.pcsb.org. You can
use any computer, including a school computer, to reserve a seat.
To use the Student Reservation System, you will need a PCS Portal
User ID and password. To get a new PCS Portal User ID and
password, visit any school. Make sure to bring a valid ID (Driver's
License, State ID card, Passport/Visa, Military ID or Green Card). If
you already have a User ID and password for another child, you do not
have to obtain new ones.
STEP 3: Register
The final step is to visit the assigned school and deliver the Required
Documents: Birth certificate or other proof of identity/age, proof of
residency, Florida Certificate of Immunization, physical examination
certificate, child’s most recent report card (for students in grades 112), Individual Education Plan (if your child participates in
exceptional student education) and Social Security number (optional).
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PTEC Dual Enrollment Program
for High School Students
PTEC Clearwater - (727) 538-7167, ext. 2020
PTEC St. Petersburg - (727) 893-2500, ext. 2521
Services:
Free vocational programs for eligible high school students, 16 years
and older, included in their high school schedules. Transportation may
be available, but it depends on the student’s address and bus
availability. Tuition, lab fee and books are free to dual enrolled
students. Some items such as uniforms (medical and construction),
cosmetology kits, and some tools and equipment (such as a
professional camera for photography class) have to be purchased by
the student. It provides the opportunity to earn a high school diploma
and vocational certificate at the same time. Available vocational
programs are: accounting, applied welding, automotive,
cabinetmaking, culinary art, cosmetology, electronics, Web design,
jewelry making, plumbing, several medical programs, etc. Talk to your
school guidance counselor about this opportunity; call PTEC centers
or ESOL Family Outreach at (727) 588-6415.
Florida Virtual School
It is a free online school that includes more than 80 courses, including
most graduation requirements, electives, test prep, honors and
advanced placement. If interested in independent learning and taking a
few classes online to make your school day shorter, talk to your school
counselor.
www.flvs.net
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AVID Program
(727) 588-6044
AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination. It is a
program designed to prepare any capable student to participate in a
college preparatory curriculum through tutoring, mentoring, study
skills and peer group support. If you are a high school student in need
of community service hours for Bright Futures scholarship, your
AVID volunteer work as a tutor-helper for younger students will
count. For college students, AVID tutoring pays $11.36/hr.
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SCHOLARSHIPS
Bright Futures Scholarship Facts
What is it?
This scholarship provides funding for students who meet the
requirements of the program and attend eligible Florida postsecondary
institutions.
What kinds of awards are available?
All awards have the following general requirements:
Be a Florida resident and a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen,
as determined by the student's postsecondary institution.
Complete the Florida Financial Aid Application by high school
graduation.
Earn a standard Florida high school diploma or its equivalent.
NEW - Be accepted by, enroll in, and be funded at an eligible
Florida public or independent postsecondary education institution
within the specified timeframe (2 years or 3 years) from the
student’s year of high school graduation. If a student enlists
directly into the military after graduation, the 2-year or 3-year
period begins on the date the student is separated from active duty.
Not have been found guilty of, or pled nolo contendere to, a
felony charge, unless the student has been granted clemency by
the Governor and Cabinet sitting as the Executive Office of
Clemency.
Be enrolled for at least 6 semester credit hours (or the
equivalent in quarter or clock hours).
Meet the Community Service requirement for the desired
award level, as described on the next page.
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Florida Academic Scholars Award
All students will receive the specified (cost per credit hour) award
amounts established by the Florida Legislature in the General
Appropriations Act. Award amounts for the 2013-14 academic year
will be available in summer 2013 after the legislative session.
Institutional fees are not included in the award.
Requirements: A student needs state weighted GPA of 3.5 in the
following courses:
Courses must include 16 credits of college preparatory academic
courses.
4 English (3 with substantial writing)
4 Mathematics (Algebra I level and above)
3 Natural Science (2 with substantial lab)
3 Social Science
2 World Language (sequential, in the same language)
16 Credits
May use up to two additional optional credits from courses in the
academic areas listed above and/or AP, IB, or AICE fine arts
courses to raise the GPA if necessary.
Requirements: SAT or ACT test scores, and 100 hours of community
service.
Medallion Scholars Award
Institutional fees are not included in the award.
following courses:
Courses must include 16 credits of college preparatory academic
courses.
4 English (3 with substantial writing)
4 Mathematics (Algebra I level and above)
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3 Natural Science (2 with substantial lab)
3 Social Science
2 World Language (sequential, in the same language)
16 Credits
May use up to two additional optional credits from courses in the
academic areas listed above and/or AP, IB, or AICE fine arts courses
to raise the GPA if necessary
Requirements: SAT or ACT test scores and 75 hours of community
service.
Gold Seal Vocational Award
Institutional fees are not included in the award
following courses:
Credits must be in the 16 core credits required for high school
graduation with a 4-year diploma.
4-year Diploma
Credits must include the 16 core credits required for high school
graduation.
4 English
4 Mathematics (including Algebra I)
3 Natural Science (2 with lab component)
3 Social Science (U.S. Hist., World Hist., U.S. Govt. and
Economics)
1 Fine; OR Identified Practical Art; OR .5 credit in each
1 Physical Education (to include integration of health)
Total: 16 Credits
Plus a minimum of three Career and Technical Education credits in
one vocational program
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3.5 unweighted GPA in a minimum of three vocational credits in one
vocational program and required test scores in SAT, ACT, or PERT
and 30 community service hours.
What is the first step?
-
Talk to your guidance counselor;
Review the requirements for each award at the website:
http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/SSFAD/bf/.
Complete the Florida Student Financial Aid application at
www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org after Dec. 1st of your
senior year.
Community Service
-
-
Students can start their community service hours any time while in
high school and as early as in ninth grade.
Students’community services placements must be approved by
their guidance counselor, before any hours counted.
Hours must be completed by high school graduation.
The following hours cannot be counted:
1. Hours logged prior to the high school community service
designee's approval and signature.
2. Court mandated community service.
3. An activity for which a student benefited financially or
materially for the community service work.
4. All forms of duty within the family. The student's family to
include: parents (including step), siblings (including step), any of
their grandchildren (including step) and any of their spouses.
5. Religious devotion or any activity which can be interpreted
primarily as proselytizing.
6. An activity where there is no leader or responsible adult on site
to evaluate and confirm student performance.
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Doorways Scholarship Facts
What is it?
Provided through the Pinellas Education Foundation, it offers financial
assistance and support for Pinellas County students to continue their
education after they graduate from high school. In addition, this
comprehensive program offers mentors who provide inspiration and
guidance and school-based ambassadors who monitor student progress
and enhance student learning through enrichment activities
Who can be nominated?
Students may be nominated for a TSIC/Doorways Scholarship in
grades 6 - 10. If awarded, they will receive the opportunity for a twoyear college tuition scholarship or technical school training by
fulfilling a contractual obligation to attend school regularly, maintain
at least a "C" in all classes, study for tests, complete homework
assignments and remain crime and drug free.
Who can nominate a student?
Anyone can nominate a student (parents, teachers, family members,
relatives, etc.).
How to nominate a student?
Log on to www.pinellaseducation.org
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Additional Scholarship Resources
The Pinellas County Schools Financial Aid website has additional
information regarding Bright Futures, FAFSA (Free Application for
Federal Student Aid) and Pinellas Education Foundation scholarships
to name just a few. In addition, the site offers a link to Monthly
Opportunities, which is a listing of current scholarships that are
available. The page is located at www.pcsb.org> click on
Departments> click on Financial Aid.
In addition, undocumented students can find out more information
about finding free money for college by visiting the website
http://www.navigatingyourfinancialfuture.org/Undocumented_Student
s/Undoc_Students_home.aspx
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Bright House Networks
700 Carillon Parkway, Suite 6
(727) 329-2763
Working Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
www.tampabay.mybrighthouse.com
Services:
Bright House Networks provides 20 awards each year for students in
grades 9-12 who volunteer in the community, with have a minimum
GPA of 2.5, that apply and meet the award guidelines. Bright House
Networks provides free cable TV and one high-speed internet
connection to public schools. “Cable in the Classroom” is a free
program. Students can find out more information about Cable in the
Classroom by visiting the website http://www.ciconline.org
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USEFUL COMMUNITY PHONE
NUMBERS
-
Catholic Charities: (727) 893-1313
Chamber of Commerce Visitors’ Center Clearwater:
(727) 447-7600
Chamber of Commerce Visitors’ Center
St. Petersburg: (727) 360-6957
Child Care Licensing Board: (727) 547-5750
Coalition for the Homeless: (727) 528-5762
Department of Health: (727) 507-4857
Emergency: 911
Find Your Evacuation Zone: (727) 453-3150
Highway Patrol: (727) 469-5959
Pinellas County Sheriff: (727) 582-6200
Post Office Information: 411
Power Outage: 1(800) 228-8485
Pre/post Disaster Resources: 211
Red Cross North: (727) 446-2358
Red Cross South: (727) 898-3111
Road Conditions: (813) 631-4020
Salvation Army: (727) 550-8080
Senior Services: (727) 576-1533
Travel Information: 511
United Way: (727) 274-0900
Utilities: (727) 464-4000
Weather Center: (813) 645-2323
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USEFUL TAMPA BAY AND
STATE RESOURCES FOR
REFUGEES
Office of Refugee Services
Department of Children and Families
400 W. Robinson St., Suite S929F
Orlando, FL 32801
(407) 245-1709
World Relief
5510 River Road
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 849-7900
Services: Social service provider for survivors of trafficking.
Vietnamese Refugees at CCDOSP
3911 W. Tacon St.
Tampa, FL 33629
(727) 893-1313
Services: Advocacy, Interpreting and Referral Services
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
1624 E. 7th Ave., Suite 101
Tampa, FL 33605
(813) 348-1714 www.cbp.gov
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This guide is designed to help newly arrived
families in Pinellas County with information
about community programs and services.
Developed by ESOL Department, Pinellas
County Schools with support from the
following groups:
ESOL Parent Advisory Board
ESOL Community Advisory Board
ESOL Teachers
Bilingual Assistants
ESOL Students
and other community partners
Thank you!
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SCHOOL BOARD OF PINELLAS COUNTY
Carol J. Cook, Chairperson
Peggy L. O’Shea, Vice Chairperson
Janet R. Clark
Rene Flowers
Terry Krassner
Linda S. Lerner
Robin L. Wikle
Michael A. Grego, Ed.D., Superintendent
CONTACT INFORMATION:
K-12 ESOL
301 Fourth St. SW
Largo, FL 33770
(727) 588-6068
ESOL webpage: www.pcsb.org/esol
www.pcsb.org
The School Board of Pinellas County, Florida, prohibits any and all
forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion,
national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation or disabilities in
any of its programs, services or activities.
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