08/02/2026
People often use the expression, "It takes a village."
High Point Neighborhood Family Center actually lives it.
For years, they've been quietly serving families by connecting them with resources that go far beyond the classroom.
Think about that. Just across the street from one of our schools is an organization helping families with:
• Food assistance
• After-school programs
• Teen programs
• Family support
• Job resources
• Transportation assistance
• Summer activities
When we talk about helping students succeed, this is part of the conversation.
Because a child doesn't stop being a student when the school bell rings. Strong schools are strengthened by strong community organizations that help meet the real-life needs of families.
One thing I've learned throughout this campaign is that Pinellas County is full of people already doing incredible work. They don't always make headlines, but every day they're changing lives, one family at a time.
If elected, I don't just want to talk about partnerships with large organizations. I want to elevate and highlight community centers like High Point that know their neighborhoods, understand what families need, and are already making a difference. One of the School Board's roles should be connecting schools with the incredible resources that already exist throughout our county.
Thank you to Taminka, Cheko, and everyone at High Point Neighborhood Family Center for opening your doors, sharing your mission, and investing in Pinellas families.
You're making a difference.
