Pasco County Schools is proud to offer an annual Citizens’ Academy to give community members a unique opportunity to see the innerworkings of the school district and gain a better understanding of how our school system works. Selected participants will join department directors and school board leaders for a series of monthly sessions starting in September.

The sessions are a combination of informational tours and classroom presentations. Participants will visit several of Pasco County’s schools, meet with school personnel and principals, and learn about special programs, curriculum, athletics, budget, student nutrition, school safety initiatives, and more.

Those selected to participate should plan to attend ALL four sessions. School tours will take place during school hours, so all applicants will be subject to our volunteer background screening. The final session will be a graduation evening session.

This is a great opportunity for parents and members of the community to meet members of the school board, principals, and other school leaders.  Participants will also engage in discussions, provide feedback, and see first-hand how we are providing a world-class education for all students.

The application for Citizen's Academy for the 2026-2027 school year will open on Wednesday, July 1. 

The feedback below is from participants of our most recent Citizens' Academy: 

"This was one of the best expereinces I have had since being a resident of Pasco County for 20 years."

"This was a great experience that exceeded my expectations and it was interesting to see the big picture of how the planning works."

"This was a fantastic experience and I was amazed to see how many opportunities our students have. It makes me proud to be part of Pasco."