Coed, independent, PK3-12th grade school in St. Petersburg, Florida.
727-522-2111
The Shorecrest Fund is the School’s main fundraising priority and we encourage all Shorecrest families to participate annually. Gifts to the Shorecrest Fund are designed to support the greatest needs and highest priorities within our community.
The School’s greatest asset is its expert faculty and staff. Over 50% of our faculty and staff have advanced degrees from the most prestigious universities across the country, like Harvard University and Columbia University.
Supporting them and their pursuit of professional development, advanced degrees and certifications helps sustain the level of teaching a Shorecrest education requires.
Shorecrest continues to be the #1 ranked school* in Pinellas County, and ranks highly in the greater Tampa Bay Area, the state, and the nation. These high rankings add value to a Shorecrest diploma long after graduation. Contributions to the Shorecrest Fund helps maintain the people and programs that influence our top marks.
Shorecrest benefits from additional resources from generous donors, providing more choices for students to pursue their passions and reach their full potential. Tuition only covers about 88% of our school's operating costs. Community participation in annual giving is essential — collectively providing the funds needed to enrich the student experience every year.
In short: your gift to the Shorecrest Fund makes the difference between a great education and an exceptional one.
Giving Societies
Giving Circles
Every gift—no matter the size—is valued and appreciated. We encourage families to give according to their resources and desired impact.
Members of our Giving Circles and Societies are recognized in printed and digital publications throughout the year.
Members of our Giving Societies are invited to and recognized at special appreciation events hosted by the Head of School.
For more information or questions about the Shorecrest Fund, please contact Laina Coburn at lcoburn@shorecrest.org or 727-346-1807.
The Shorecrest Community Sponsors Program is designed to connect businesses in the Tampa Bay area to a community of highly engaged parents, the area’s best professional faculty, and bright, motivated students. Whether sponsoring athletics, arts or a special event, Community Sponsors receive recognition, appreciation and patrons!
To inquire about available opportunities or to co-create one of your own, please contact Sarah Heibein, Senior Giving Specialist, Community Partnerships sheibein@shorecrest.org or 727-456-7533.
by: Olivia Segalman, Associate Director of Advancement for Community Engagement and Events
This week we are pleased to spotlight Brittany and Jon Decker, Lower School parents of Ally '31 and Bailey '31. Since joining the community in 2020, Brittany has gone above and beyond to support Shorecrest by volunteering her time as a Girl Scout Troop Leader, Girls on the Run Coach, and Shorecrest Community Association (SCA) Co-Secretary.
by: Olivia Segalman, , Associate Director of Advancement for Community Engagement and Events
This week we are pleased to spotlight Lower School parents Abby and Jon Ritchie. The Ritchie Family joined the Shorecrest Community in 2018, and are parents to Natalie '33 and Michael '35.
by: Olivia Segalman, Associate Director of Advancement for Community Engagement and Events
Shorecrest’s Mission is augmented by the generosity of our parents, grandparents, alumni and friends who support the school philanthropically or by effecting change locally, globally or right here at Shorecrest. We call these community members Contributing Chargers. This week we are pleased to spotlight the Kepko Family, who was inspired by Shorecrest’s roots as an outdoor school. In honor of the approaching centennial they helped create a new Outdoor Classroom and Garden in the Lower School through the Laube Family Foundation.
by: Olivia Segalman, Associate Director of Advancement for Community Engagement and Events
This week we are pleased to spotlight Jennifer Phelps as a Contributing Charger. Jennifer and her husband Justin have two children in Shorecrest Lower School, Evan ’31 and Sara ‘32.
by: Olivia Segalman, Associate Director of Advancement for Community Engagement and Events
This week we recognize Jennifer Alesia as a Contributing Charger. Since joining the community in 2018, Jennifer and her son Nick ‘30 have become active members of the Shorecrest Community. This year Jennifer joined the Advancement Committee and participated in each of our three Giving Days as a volunteer.
by: Olivia Segalman, Associate Director of Advancement for Community Engagement and Events
This week we recognize the Mathews family as Contributing Chargers. Since joining the community in 2012, they have supported Shorecrest through their time, talent and financial support. Throughout the time that Kobi ‘16, Ella ‘28 and Jack ‘31 have been at Shorecrest, Leslie Mathews has shared her talents as a professional photographer and at many events, and also dedicated her time with SCA in support of Teacher Appreciation and Shorecrest Cares.
Shorecrest’s Mission is augmented by the generosity of our parents, grandparents, alumni, and friends who support the school philanthropically or by effecting change locally, globally or right here at Shorecrest. We call these community members Contributing Chargers. This week we recognize Kim and Hutch Craig '89 as Contributing Chargers.
Shorecrest’s Mission is augmented by the generosity of our parents, grandparents, alumni, and friends who support the school philanthropically or by effecting change locally, globally or right here at Shorecrest. We call these community members Contributing Chargers. This week we recognize Lindsey and Patrick Lamb as Contributing Chargers. Lindsey and Patrick are current parents of Bennett ’29, Nolan ‘31 and Sawyer ‘34.
This week the Shorecrest Advancement Office would like to recognize Ashley and Frank Casano as Contributing Chargers. "Beyond a robust and well-rounded education for our son, Frankie, Shorecrest provides our family with a community of friendship and support both on and off campus. The relationships developed with other members of the Shorecrest community are the backbone of our life here in St. Pete."
This week the Shorecrest Advancement Office would like to recognize the grandparents of Ethan Bekurs ‘24, Karen and Bill Watson, as Contributing Chargers. As grandparents, Karen and Bill connect with the Shorecrest community all the way from Baton Rouge, LA, through their generosity to the Shorecrest Fund. With their donation this year, they included this note.
This week we would like to recognize Andrea and Tim Haddock, parents of John ’24 and Sam ’25. After joining the community in 2020, the Haddock family has supported Shorecrest philanthropically and through their time and talents.
Shorecrest’s Mission is augmented by the generosity of our parents, grandparents, alumni, and friends who support the school philanthropically or by effecting change locally, globally or right here at Shorecrest. We call these community members Contributing Chargers. This week we would like to recognize Daniel and Sasha Muzzarelli, parents of Diana '27, Leonardo '30 and Lila '33.
by: Stacy Alexander, Director of Alumni and Community Engagement
Since joining the community in 2002, Lisa Peck - Upper School science teacher, alumni parent and Shorecrest grandparent - has created a lasting legacy at Shorecrest. In 2016, Mrs. Peck and her husband John were instrumental in establishing Medical Sciences as a signature Upper School program at Shorecrest. In honor of the Peck family's dedication to the program, The Center for Medical Sciences has been renamed the Peck Center for Medical Sciences.
by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
This week’s Contributing Charger is Dr. Jean Spencer-Carnes, Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management. Since 1995, Jean has supported Shorecrest philanthropically and with her time and talent. We asked her to reveal a little about herself and why Shorecrest is important to her.
by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
One of Shorecrest's greatest assets is our Community, specifically our behind-the-scenes volunteers. We asked long time community member and SCA Board member, Mandy Rutledge, to share what it means to be a part of the Shorecrest Community.
by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
One of Shorecrest's greatest assets is our Community, specifically our behind-the-scenes volunteers. We asked long time community member and this year’s SCA co-Secretary, Natalie Peck Spada ’96, to share what it means to be a part of the Shorecrest Community.
by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
This week’s Contributing Charger is Dr. Dan Prasatthong '84, an alumnus, a parent of alumna Senna Prasatthong-osoth ‘19, and a long-time supporter of the visual and performing arts at Shorecrest. His dental practice, Levitt and Prasatthong, DDS, PA, is once again our annual Premiere Visual and Performing Arts Sponsor and this week’s Giving Day Sponsor.
by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
This week’s Contributing Chargers are Dr. Allen Root, husband to former chair of the Arts and Humanities Department Janet Root H'16, and their family - Jennifer '81, Michael '85, and Jonathan. The Roots continue to support the foundation of success that Janet created during her 40 year span of volunteerism at Shorecrest.
by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
This week’s Contributing Charger is Katy Deegan, Shorecrest’s Lower School Technology Coordinator and long time supporter of the Shorecrest Fund. In her ten years at Shorecrest, Ms. Deegan has helped transform technology usage throughout the school. This year Ms. Deegan has been instrumental in the transition to Flexible Learning and expanding our Apple One-To-One programs to start in second grade.
Shorecrest Preparatory School is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation as defined by the IRS, which means that all gifts to Shorecrest are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Visit the IRS website for more information.
Advancement Committee Volunteers
Jennifer Phelps, Advancement Committee Chair Jennifer Alesia Wes Bean Adam Befeler Meredith Wollowick Cooper ‘96 Kirsten Fisher Jeff Freedman Tara Gaffney ‘96 Saran Ganesh Natalie Gebicke Andrea Haddock Michelle Hoffman Lindsey Lamb Vicki Mazur Sasha Muzzarelli Nikki Pagano Jason Palmer Dualni Porter Jenine Rabin Abby Ritchie Alexandra Sembler Beth Vivio, prior Board Chair
Staff: Nancy Spencer, Head of School Michael Gillis, Director of Advancement Laina Coburn, Assoc. Director of Shorecrest Fund & Giving Programs
Shorecrest Preparatory School
5101 First Street Northeast St Petersburg, FL 33703 Phone: (727) 522-2111 | Fax: (727) 527-4191 [Map]
Shorecrest Preparatory School is a private, non-sectarian, coeducational, college preparatory day school for students preschool through high school, located in St. Petersburg, Florida.