Rachel Magee, Incoming TPPA President, welcomes any interested parties to contact her about serving on the 2026/2027 TPPA Board.
If you are interested in serving on the TPPA Board during the 2026-2027 school year or want to learn more about how you can be involved, please reach out to Rachel Magee at [email protected] or 813-335-6371. Thank you for your interest, and I look forward to connecting with you.
TPPA Events
4/28 TPPA 8th-Grade Parent Coffee and Conversations – Preparing for 9th-Grade Course Selection
On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, all Tampa Prep 8th-Grade Parents are invited to attend a coffee social where the Upper School Leadership Team will discuss the Upper School course selection process. Parents should come prepared with any questions. Please contact Kate Caldarelli with any questions.
RSVP here: 8th-Grade Coffee and Conversations Location: Tampa Prep – Lecture Hall
4/28 TPPA 9th/10th/11th Grade Parents Combined Social
On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, all Upper School Parents are warmly invited to a combined parent social at True Foods Kitchen – Midtown. Join us for an evening of conversation, laughter, and friendship. Please contact Melinda Goldman with any questions. RSVP here: 9th/10th/11th Grade Parent Combined Social
Location: True Food Kitchen – Midtown, 3645 Midtown Dr, Tampa, FL 33607
4/30 TPPA Upper School Combined Lunch
On Thursday, April 30, 2026, all Tampa Prep 9th-, 10th-, and 11th-grade students will receive lunch from Chipotle. Parent Volunteers are needed to serve the students and to bring in desserts. Please contact Melinda Goldman with any questions. RSVP here: Upper School Combined Lunch
Location: Tampa Prep – Pool Deck
5/1 TPPA IFF Model United Nations Celebration
On Friday, May 1, 2026, the International Friends and Families Representatives invite you to join in celebrating the Model United Nations Club (Model UN) end-of-year accomplishments at Petra Mediterranean Restaurant. Cost is $35 per person, plus a 20% gratuity, to be paid at the event. Please contact Nicola Day with any questions. RSVP here: Model United Nations Celebration
Location: Petra Mediterranean Restaurant – 1118 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606
5/5 TPPA May Book Club
On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, all Tampa Prep parents are invited to the last book club of the year to discuss Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy. Please contact Teresa Dourney or April Ducote with any questions. RSVP here: May Book Club
Location: Tampa Prep Lecture Hall
5/6 TPPA Parent Education Committee Artificial Intelligence Presentation
On Wednesday, May 6, 2026, all Tampa Prep parents are invited to attend a panel discussion on Artificial Intelligence, moderated by Kevin Plummer. Mr. Plummer and three professional AI guests will explore the evolving role of AI in our world through thoughtful conversation, real-world perspectives, and discussion of its implications for our students and community. There will be time for audience questions, making this an interactive and dynamic exchange.
Please contact Cristiane Keetch with any questions. RSVP here: PEC Artificial Intelligence Presentation
Location: Tampa Prep Lecture Hall
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Terrapin Dads Happy Hour Events
All Tampa Prep dads are invited to attend Terrapin Dads Happy Hour events throughout the school year beginning in September in the evenings for a casual gathering that sometimes includes a member of the Tampa Prep administration team. In addition to attending other TPPA events, Terrapin Dads also support events including the End of Year BBQ. Check the Events Calendar for Updates!
We hope to see you there! Contact Alex Steppacher and Brian Boksen with any questions.
Book Club Gatherings
All Tampa Prep parents are invited to attend Book Club meetings throughout the school year. Book Club meets every month from 9am – 10:30am beginning in October in the Large Conference Room (unless otherwise posted).
Volunteer Opportunities for the 2025-26 School Year
Tampa Prep Parents Alliance would love to know if you’d like to be invited to participate in volunteer opportunities at school as they come up during the 2025-26 school year. Please fill out this form now to receive volunteer invitations.
**Tampa Prep is a place to Be Yourself, where people respect differences and can find their place in a diverse community. We don’t know every family’s circumstance and Tampa Prep strives to be a culture of inclusion. If you have any questions regarding attending an event, please email the TPPA President at [email protected].
