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|name = Shorecrest Preparatory School |
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| streetaddress = 5101 |
| streetaddress = 5101 First Street Northeast |
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| city = [[ |
| city = [[St. Petersburg, Florida|St. Petersburg]] |
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|state = Florida |
|state = Florida |
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|country = United States |
|country = United States |
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|type = [[Private school|Private]] |
|type = [[Private school|Private]] |
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|established = 1923 |
|established = 1923 |
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|headmaster = |
|headmaster = Mike Murphy |
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|staff = |
|staff = 100 |
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| age_range = 3-18 |
| age_range = 3-18 |
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| campus_size = 28 |
| campus_size = 28 Acres |
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|slogan = |
|slogan = Be More |
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|mascot = |
|mascot = Sparky the Lightning Bolt |
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| SAT = Writing: |
| SAT = Writing: 605 Total: 1828 |
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|website= [http://www. |
|website= [http://www.shorecrest.org/ www.shorecrest.org] |
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|enrollment = |
|enrollment = 975 |
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|campus = [[ |
|campus = [[Suburban area|Suburban]] |
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'''Shorecrest Preparatory School''' is a private, non-profit, non-sectarian, coeducational, college preparatory day school for students age 3 through Grade 12, located in [[St. Petersburg, Florida]]. Founded in 1923, it is the oldest independent day school in the [[U.S. state|state]] of [[Florida]]. A PK-12 institution, it serves St. Petersburg as well as the greater [[Tampa Bay area]]. The campus is on 28 acres located in |
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St. Petersburg. |
St. Petersburg. Shorecrest hosts the Chargers, the school's teams, for all sports. 100% of Shorecrest seniors are accepted to college.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.shorecrest.org/page/academics/college-counseling#|title=Shorecrest Preparatory School {{!}} Shorecrest College Counseling|website=www.shorecrest.org|language=en|access-date=2017-04-19}}</ref> |
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The school is a part of the [[ |
The school is a part of the [[Hybrid Learning Consortium]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.hybridlearningconsortium.org/page|title=Home2|website=www.hybridlearningconsortium.org|access-date=2016-06-14}}</ref> An online program offering a variety of courses to students around the world. Shorecrest was also recognized by [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] as an Apple Distinguished School for 2016-2018, for the integration of technology throughout the curriculum. Grades 5-12 have a 1:1 iPad program.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.shorecrest.org/page/News-Detail?pk=880102|title=Shorecrest Named Apple Distinguished School|date=2016-10-29|work=Shorecrest Preparatory School|access-date=2017-04-19|language=en}}</ref> |
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==Service== |
==Service== |
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All grade levels at |
All grade levels at Shorecrest support local, national and international service organizations. The school’s commitment to community service is facilitated through a full-time Director of Service Learning, who connects students with on- and off-campus service opportunities and outside organizations, and works with faculty and parent volunteers to plan and implement a year-round Service Learning program. |
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==Athletics== |
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Shorecrest's High School sports generally consist of a Varsity and Junior Varsity team. As for the middle school, there is normally only one team for grades 6-8, however for more competitive sports, there may be a "Gold" and "Green" team. The sports with Gold and Green teams have less experienced athletes on the more developmental Gold team, and have more experienced athletes on the competitive Green team. |
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The following sports are available to boys at |
The following sports are available to boys at Shorecrest:<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.shorecrest.org/page/student-life/athletics/teams--schedules|title=Shorecrest Preparatory School {{!}} Shorecrest Prep Charger Athletic Teams|website=www.shorecrest.org|language=en|access-date=2017-04-19}}</ref> |
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|[[Bowling]] (V) |
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|[[Basketball]] (MS, JV, V) |
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|[[Volleyball]] (MS, JV,V) |
|[[Volleyball]] (MS, JV,V) |
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|[[Association football|Soccer]] (MS, JV, V) |
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The following sports are available to girls at |
The following sports are available to girls at Shorecrest: |
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|[[American football|Football]] (MS, V) |
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|[[Sailing (sport)|Sailing]] (V) |
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==Arts== |
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The Upper School has over thirty |
The Upper School has over thirty visual and performing art courses. Shorecrest's Thespian Troupe 3140 has garnered many top honors at both the District and State levels, including presenting one-acts and mainstage productions at the Florida State Thespian Festival in 2014 and 2015.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.tampabaynewswire.com/2015/04/09/shorecrest-prep-thespians-rake-in-state-awards-33865|title=Shorecrest Prep Thespians Rake in State Awards|date=2015-04-09|website=Tampa Bay News Wire|access-date=2017-04-19}}</ref> |
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== Accreditation and Memberships == |
== Accreditation and Memberships == |
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Shorecrest Preparatory School is accredited or a member of the following organizations:<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.shorecrest.org/Page/About-Us/Shorecrest-At-A-Glance|title=Shorecrest is an independent, coed, college preparatory school in Florida|website=www.shorecrest.org|access-date=2016-06-14}}</ref> |
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* [[Florida Council of Independent Schools]] (FCIS) |
* [[Florida Council of Independent Schools]] (FCIS) |
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* [[Southern Association of Independent Schools]] (SAIS) |
* [[Southern Association of Independent Schools]] (SAIS) |
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== Alumni ==<!-- Please add to this list! --> |
== Alumni ==<!-- Please add to this list! --> |
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* [[Patrick Wilson (American actor)|Patrick Wilson]] '91; American stage, musical theatre, film and |
* [[Patrick Wilson (American actor)|Patrick Wilson]] '91; American stage, musical theatre, film and television actor<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.shorecrest.org/Page/Alumni/Alumni-Distinguished-Achievement-Award-#|title=Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award|website=www.shorecrest.org|access-date=2016-06-13}}</ref> |
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* [[Betsy Thomas Rook]] '76; author of ''My Grandmother was from Wales'' and ''Senator 1876-1965: The Life and Career of Elmer Thomas''.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www. |
* [[Betsy Thomas Rook]] '76; author of ''My Grandmother was from Wales'' and ''Senator 1876-1965: The Life and Career of Elmer Thomas''.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.shorecrest.org/page/News-Detail?pk=831470&fromId=185699|title=Catching Up With Betsy Thomas Rook|date=2016-02-01|website=Shorecrest Preparatory School|access-date=2016-06-14}}</ref> |
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* [[Monica Raymund]] '04 won the 2013 Imagen Award for Best Actress in Television. Starred in "Lie To Me" and "Chicago Fire". |
* [[Monica Raymund]] '04 won the 2013 Imagen Award for Best Actress in Television. Starred in "Lie To Me" and "Chicago Fire". |
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* The 2015-16 |
* The 2015-16 Shorecrest Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award went to Dr. Michael Ison '89, a physician working in transplants and infectious diseases at Northwestern University in Chicago. |
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==References== |
==References== |
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== External links == |
== External links == |
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*[http://www. |
*[http://www.shorecrest.org Official site] |
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[[Category:High schools in Pinellas County, Florida]] |
[[Category:High schools in Pinellas County, Florida]] |
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[[Category:Private elementary schools in Florida]] |
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Revision as of 03:45, 2 February 2018
Shorecrest Preparatory School | |
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Address | |
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5101 First Street Northeast , Florida United States | |
Information | |
Type | Private |
Established | 1923 |
Headmaster | Mike Murphy |
Staff | 100 |
Age range | 3-18 |
Enrollment | 975 |
Campus | Suburban |
Campus size | 28 Acres |
Slogan | Be More |
Mascot | Sparky the Lightning Bolt |
Website | www.shorecrest.org |
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Shorecrest Preparatory School is a private, non-profit, non-sectarian, coeducational, college preparatory day school for students age 3 through Grade 12, located in St. Petersburg, Florida. Founded in 1923, it is the oldest independent day school in the state of Florida. A PK-12 institution, it serves St. Petersburg as well as the greater Tampa Bay area. The campus is on 28 acres located in St. Petersburg. Shorecrest hosts the Chargers, the school's teams, for all sports. 100% of Shorecrest seniors are accepted to college.[1]
The school is a part of the Hybrid Learning Consortium.[2] An online program offering a variety of courses to students around the world. Shorecrest was also recognized by Apple as an Apple Distinguished School for 2016-2018, for the integration of technology throughout the curriculum. Grades 5-12 have a 1:1 iPad program.[3]
Service
All grade levels at Shorecrest support local, national and international service organizations. The school’s commitment to community service is facilitated through a full-time Director of Service Learning, who connects students with on- and off-campus service opportunities and outside organizations, and works with faculty and parent volunteers to plan and implement a year-round Service Learning program.
Athletics
Shorecrest's High School sports generally consist of a Varsity and Junior Varsity team. As for the middle school, there is normally only one team for grades 6-8, however for more competitive sports, there may be a "Gold" and "Green" team. The sports with Gold and Green teams have less experienced athletes on the more developmental Gold team, and have more experienced athletes on the competitive Green team.
The following sports are available to boys at Shorecrest:[4]
Fall | Winter | Spring |
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Bowling (V) | Basketball (MS, JV, V) | Tennis (JV, V) |
Cross Country (V) | Cheerleading (Competitive) | Track and Field (MS, V) |
Volleyball (MS, JV,V) | Soccer (MS, JV, V) | Baseball (MS, JV, V) |
Football (MS, V) | Softball (MS, V) | |
Golf (MS, V) | ||
Sailing (V) | ||
Swim and Dive (V) |
The following sports are available to girls at Shorecrest:
Fall | Winter | Spring |
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Bowling (V) | Basketball (MS, JV, V) | Baseball (MS, JV, V) |
Volleyball (MS, JV,V) | Cheerleading (Competitive) | Tennis (JV, V) |
Cross Country (V) | Soccer (MS, V) | Softball (MS, V) |
Football (MS, V) | Track and Field (MS, V) | |
Golf (MS, V) | ||
Sailing (V) | ||
Swim and Dive (V) |
Arts
The Upper School has over thirty visual and performing art courses. Shorecrest's Thespian Troupe 3140 has garnered many top honors at both the District and State levels, including presenting one-acts and mainstage productions at the Florida State Thespian Festival in 2014 and 2015.[5]
Accreditation and Memberships
Shorecrest Preparatory School is accredited or a member of the following organizations:[6]
- Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS)
- Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)
- National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
- FKC
- AdvancED
Alumni
- Patrick Wilson '91; American stage, musical theatre, film and television actor[7]
- Betsy Thomas Rook '76; author of My Grandmother was from Wales and Senator 1876-1965: The Life and Career of Elmer Thomas.[8]
- Monica Raymund '04 won the 2013 Imagen Award for Best Actress in Television. Starred in "Lie To Me" and "Chicago Fire".
- The 2015-16 Shorecrest Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award went to Dr. Michael Ison '89, a physician working in transplants and infectious diseases at Northwestern University in Chicago.
References
- ^ "Shorecrest Preparatory School | Shorecrest College Counseling". www.shorecrest.org. Retrieved 2017-04-19.
- ^ "Home2". www.hybridlearningconsortium.org. Retrieved 2016-06-14.
- ^ "Shorecrest Named Apple Distinguished School". Shorecrest Preparatory School. 2016-10-29. Retrieved 2017-04-19.
- ^ "Shorecrest Preparatory School | Shorecrest Prep Charger Athletic Teams". www.shorecrest.org. Retrieved 2017-04-19.
- ^ "Shorecrest Prep Thespians Rake in State Awards". Tampa Bay News Wire. 2015-04-09. Retrieved 2017-04-19.
- ^ "Shorecrest is an independent, coed, college preparatory school in Florida". www.shorecrest.org. Retrieved 2016-06-14.
- ^ "Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award". www.shorecrest.org. Retrieved 2016-06-13.
- ^ "Catching Up With Betsy Thomas Rook". Shorecrest Preparatory School. 2016-02-01. Retrieved 2016-06-14.