Tampa Bay Private School Fair – Meet Schools, Win a $500 Scholarship

Meet Tampa Bay private schools and programs in one afternoon. Two families will win $500 scholarships. Saturday, October 3 · 1 - 5 pm
Discovery Hall, USF Research Park
Free admission · Free parking
THIS FAIR IS FOR YOU IF:

-Your 8th grader needs a high school for next fall

- You're wondering if private school could be right for your child and don't know where to start

- The school year has started and you're considering a different school
Skip the hours of online research. Attend multiple workshops. Talk directly with admissions staff, current students, and parents from private schools, all in one room.
WORKSHOPS
1:45 pm – Show Me the Money!
How families pay for private school, including Florida scholarship options
2:30 pm - How to Choose the School That's Right for Your Child (and You)
Schools may be great but not a great fit for your child. Come hear from experts about what you should consider. Workshop attendees get a comparison checklist to use at the fair.
4:00 pm - Real Students. Real Alumni. Real Success.
Success stories from current private school students and alumni share how private school led them to success.

WHY REGISTER NOW

• Faster check-in, with your two $500 scholarship drawing tickets ready when you arrive (two winners; must be present to win)
• A free school comparison checklist to use at every table, which saves hours of follow-up
• A reminder with the workshop schedule and parking directions before Saturday

WHAT YOU'LL LEAVE WITH

• Admissions requirements and deadlines for the schools you're considering - Dates for upcoming open houses and shadow days
• Clear answers about academics, athletics, arts, and extracurriculars
• A better sense of which schools actually fit your child

Looking for strong arts, STEM, athletics, or support for different learning needs? You'll find schools that specialize in each. Snacks, raffle prizes, and real answers. Walk-ins are welcome, but registered families check in faster and get two drawing tickets instead of one.
The $500 scholarships apply to the 2027-2028 school year tuition at any participating school. Two winners will be drawn on site. Must be present to win.

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Info: Discovery Hall, University of South Florida Research Park, 3720 Spectrum Boulevard, TPA, 33612

Info: Tampa Bay's 2nd Private School Fair takes place at the Discovery Hall, University of South Florida Research Park, 3720 Spectrum Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33612. Over 15 private schools are eager to meet parents and students.

Info: PSC will raffle items throughout the event, offering prizes designed to support education and personal development. Note: The Raffle Winner must be present to win.

Info: Not sure how to afford private school at all or the higher tuition at another private school? Show Me the Money! is a practical workshop designed to help parents understand the real costs of private school—and how to pay for it. We’ll cover scholarships, financial aid, payment plans and creative strategies families are using to make private school possible.
You’ve got options—let us show you the money!

Info: How to choose the right school? This critical workshop will help parents explore what really matters when choosing a new private school—whether you’re switching private schools or coming from public school. Learn what questions to ask, how to evaluate fit, values, academics, support systems, learning differences, and community so you can make the best choice for your child and your family. Attendees will get a customized checklist to compare multiple schools at once, saving parents hours of research.

Info: You may be curious about private school success stories. During this workshop, hear from current students and private school alumni as they share how their education shaped their paths and opened doors then and now. They will also share some challenges they faced. Perfect for parents considering private school for the first time—or thinking about leaving—this session offers real stories, honest reflections, and a window into the lasting impact of a private school experience.

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Discovery Hall, USF Research Park, 3720 Spectrum Boulevard, Tampa, United States

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