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St. Peter Claver Catholic School

LXCL:Founded in 1894, The historic St. Peter Claver Catholic School is a faith filled learning sanctuary and launchpad for student success. Our school nurtures young minds in a safe, faith-focused environment. We enrich education through community support, providing engaging experiences for future leaders.

Welcome to the Joe Capitano Sr. Golf Classic Silent Auction ⛳Your bids help St. Peter Claver Catholic School offer a Christ-centered education that nurtures each child&mdash;spirit, mind, and heart&mdash;while preserving our historic campus and legacy. Every item you win supports:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Safe, engaging classrooms for our students</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Care for our historic school building</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Programs that strengthen faith, learning, and community 🕊️</li></ul>

2026 Joe Capitano Sr. Golf Classic Silent Auction

We are excited to announce our Legacy Gala&mdash;a delightful evening in Paris!&nbsp; - Save the Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 6:00 PM&nbsp;- The Academy of the Holy Names - In The Brady Center&nbsp; This elegant night will celebrate our proud history of faith, community, and academic excellence. Proceeds will support the preservation of our historic structure, campus beautification, and classroom sponsorships that directly enrich student learning.&nbsp; At St. Peter Claver Catholic School, we are a sanctuary of faith, hope, and love where every child is prepared for their future through a supportive, Christ-centered education. Rooted in our rich history as the oldest historically Black grade school in Florida, we remain committed to nurturing the whole child&mdash;spiritually, academically, and socially.&nbsp; Every ticket purchased helps sustain this mission and opens doors for students who are growing in faith, knowledge, and service. Join us for this Gala celebration as we honor our legacy, invest in our children, and help shape leaders of tomorrow Join us as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and invest in the bright future of St. Peter Claver Catholic School!

St. Peter Claver Catholic School - Legacy Gala

At St. Peter Claver Catholic School, your generosity directly impacts our students and our community. Every gift helps us enrich classroom experiences, provide engaging field trips and activities, and preserve our historic campus in the heart of downtown Tampa. With your support, we can continue to nurture young minds in a safe, faith-filled, and inspiring environment.How you can make a difference:<ul data-end="969" data-start="651" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="783" data-start="651" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Donate: Every dollar strengthens our classrooms, supports student opportunities, and helps maintain our historic facilities.</li><li data-end="888" data-start="784" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Share: Spread the word to your friends, family, and community. Your voice amplifies our mission.</li><li data-end="969" data-start="889" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Volunteer: Your time and talents create lasting impact for our students.</li></ul>Thank you for believing in our mission. Together, we are shaping the future for our students and honoring the legacy of St. Peter Claver Catholic School.

At St. Peter Claver Catholic School, your generosity directly impacts our students and our community. Every gift helps us enrich classroom experiences, provide engaging field trips and activities, and preserve our historic campus in the heart of downtown Tampa. With your support, we can continue to nurture young minds in a safe, faith-filled, and inspiring environment.How you can make a difference:Donate: Every dollar strengthens our classrooms, supports student opportunities, and helps maintain our historic facilities.Share: Spread the word to your friends, family, and community. Your voice amplifies our mission.Volunteer: Your time and talents create lasting impact for our students.Thank you for believing in our mission. Together, we are shaping the future for our students and honoring the legacy of St. Peter Claver Catholic School.

Help provide a Christ-centered education that nurtures spiritual, academic, and social growth.&nbsp; Your generous sponsorship helps cover the tuition gap families are responsible for after the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship&mdash;ensuring every child has access to a high-quality Catholic education, regardless of financial circumstance. We proudly carry a legacy built on faith, resilience, and excellence. Your contribution directly supports initiatives that enrich our students&rsquo; learning experiences and strengthen our mission. We will provide you with updates on the student you help with your generosity.&nbsp; Each gift makes a meaningful impact.Join us in nurturing bright futures, empowering the next generation, and honoring our rich history. ✨📚

Help provide a Christ-centered education that nurtures spiritual, academic, and social growth. Your generous sponsorship helps cover the tuition gap families are responsible for after the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship—ensuring every child has access to a high-quality Catholic education, regardless of financial circumstance.We proudly carry a legacy built on faith, resilience, and excellence. Your contribution directly supports initiatives that enrich our students’ learning experiences and strengthen our mission. We will provide you with updates on the student you help with your generosity. Each gift makes a meaningful impact.Join us in nurturing bright futures, empowering the next generation, and honoring our rich history. ✨📚

Sponsor a Student (Tuition Assistance)

Support Our Legacy Launchpad Tutoring Program The St. Peter Claver Tutoring Program provides comprehensive academic support for students in grades 3&ndash;8, focusing on strengthening foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. Designed for remediation, &nbsp;acceleration, high school and college readiness, the program ensures that struggling learners receive targeted support while advanced learners are challenged and prepared for higher-level academic pathways. As a central component of the Legacy Launchpad initiative, this tutoring program is built on three core pillars: Strong Relationships, Content Relevance, and Adaptive Rigor. By fostering strong student&ndash;teacher relationships and using dynamic instructional methods, we create an environment where every learner feels seen, supported, and capable of success. What Makes This Program Special<ul data-end="1607" data-start="1012" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="1135" data-start="1012" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Tailored Instruction: Small-group and individualized support designed to meet each student&rsquo;s unique academic needs.</li><li data-end="1261" data-start="1136" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Foundational Skill Building: Focused development in literacy and mathematics to ensure long-term academic confidence.</li><li data-end="1369" data-start="1262" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Remediation &amp; Enrichment: Students receive help where they struggle and challenge where they excel.</li><li data-end="1473" data-start="1370" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Pathway Readiness: Prepares students for advanced coursework and future academic opportunities.</li><li data-end="1607" data-start="1474" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A Multi-Faceted Structure: A carefully planned learning progression that supports achievement across multiple learning periods.</li><li data-end="1607" data-start="1474" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Student Incentives:&nbsp;The program uses a simple, structured incentive system to keep students motivated and engaged, rewarding effort, attendance, and measurable academic growth.</li></ul>Why We Need Your Support This program relies solely on the generosity of donors and community partners. To maintain high-quality instruction, small-group support, and skilled educators, we . Your contribution allows us to:<ul data-end="2061" data-start="1855" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="1901" data-start="1855" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Sustain and expand access to effective tutors</li><li data-end="1950" data-start="1902" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Provide high-quality instructional materials</li><li data-end="1997" data-start="1951" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Strengthen the Legacy Launchpad initiative</li><li data-end="2061" data-start="1998" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Ensure every child receives the academic support, reinforcement and incentives, they deserve</li></ul>Your Impact By donating, you directly invest in the academic growth, confidence, and future success of St. Peter Claver students. Every gift&mdash;large or small&mdash;helps us continue delivering targeted support that changes student trajectories and strengthens our entire school community. Thank you for helping us build strong scholars, bold learners, and brighter futures.

Support Our Legacy Launchpad Tutoring ProgramThe St. Peter Claver Tutoring Program provides comprehensive academic support for students in grades 3–8, focusing on strengthening foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. Designed for remediation, acceleration, high school and college readiness, the program ensures that struggling learners receive targeted support while advanced learners are challenged and prepared for higher-level academic pathways.As a central component of the Legacy Launchpad initiative, this tutoring program is built on three core pillars:Strong Relationships, Content Relevance, and Adaptive Rigor.By fostering strong student–teacher relationships and using dynamic instructional methods, we create an environment where every learner feels seen, supported, and capable of success.What Makes This Program SpecialTailored Instruction: Small-group and individualized support designed to meet each student’s unique academic needs.Foundational Skill Building: Focused development in literacy and mathematics to ensure long-term academic confidence.Remediation & Enrichment: Students receive help where they struggle and challenge where they excel.Pathway Readiness: Prepares students for advanced coursework and future academic opportunities.A Multi-Faceted Structure: A carefully planned learning progression that supports achievement across multiple learning periods.Student Incentives: The program uses a simple, structured incentive system to keep students motivated and engaged, rewarding effort, attendance, and measurable academic growth.Why We Need Your SupportThis program relies solely on the generosity of donors and community partners. To maintain high-quality instruction, small-group support, and skilled educators, we . Your contribution allows us to:Sustain and expand access to effective tutorsProvide high-quality instructional materialsStrengthen the Legacy Launchpad initiativeEnsure every child receives the academic support, reinforcement and incentives, they deserveYour ImpactBy donating, you directly invest in the academic growth, confidence, and future success of St. Peter Claver students. Every gift—large or small—helps us continue delivering targeted support that changes student trajectories and strengthens our entire school community.Thank you for helping us build strong scholars, bold learners, and brighter futures.

Become a Tutoring Sponsor

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1777387668/wysiwyg/qmxvjr5t3l7d44skvk4m.jpg" style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; position: relative; max-width: 100%; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">St. Peter Claver Catholic School is a vibrant K&ndash;8 community, but we currently lack a dedicated gathering space on the ground level that is large enough for our students, families, and community. Over the years, we&rsquo;ve made do&mdash;setting up rows of chairs under the pavilion or renting stages for special events. At this point, we&rsquo;ve realized that continually renting is no longer the best investment. It&rsquo;s time for us to build something lasting for our school community. We are raising funds to purchase a sturdy, professional grade, mobile stage that can be used for award ceremonies, &nbsp;performances, and other special events&mdash;especially on days when scheduling does not permit us to gather inside the church. This stage will provide a safe, consistent, and professional space where our students can be seen, heard, and celebrated. 🎭 Help us raise the curtain on a new stage for our students.Your support helps create a place where children can sing, act, speak, and confidently share their God-given gifts while honoring the rich legacy of our school. ✨ By creating and sharing, you are helping build more than a stage&mdash;you are building opportunities. You are helping create a welcoming space for our entire community to gather, celebrate, and grow together.<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1777387135/wysiwyg/ofsrwzob13v9ta5g1qlb.jpg" style="width: 316px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; position: relative; max-width: 100%; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 316px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1777387151/wysiwyg/ilco5af8wzykynajjdna.jpg" style="width: 430px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; position: relative; max-width: 100%; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 430px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">

St. Peter Claver Catholic School is a vibrant K–8 community, but we currently lack a dedicated gathering space on the ground level that is large enough for our students, families, and community. Over the years, we’ve made do—setting up rows of chairs under the pavilion or renting stages for special events. At this point, we’ve realized that continually renting is no longer the best investment. It’s time for us to build something lasting for our school community.We are raising funds to purchase a sturdy, professional grade, mobile stage that can be used for award ceremonies, performances, and other special events—especially on days when scheduling does not permit us to gather inside the church. This stage will provide a safe, consistent, and professional space where our students can be seen, heard, and celebrated.🎭 Help us raise the curtain on a new stage for our students.Your support helps create a place where children can sing, act, speak, and confidently share their God-given gifts while honoring the rich legacy of our school.✨ By creating and sharing, you are helping build more than a stage—you are building opportunities. You are helping create a welcoming space for our entire community to gather, celebrate, and grow together.

Help us Raise for a Stage!

Help SPCCS Build a Legacy Fence!&nbsp; For 131 years, St. Peter Claver Catholic School has stood in the heart of Tampa as a place of faith, learning, and opportunity. Generations of families have passed through our doors, and today we continue to serve students with the same commitment to excellence and community.Our neighborhood is transforming. New families are moving in, state-of-the-art buildings are rising, and walkable streets are creating a vibrant, connected community. As our surroundings grow and change, we want to ensure our historic school remains both secure and welcoming for every child and family who steps onto our campus. That&rsquo;s why we are launching the Legacy Fence Project&mdash;a beautiful brick and iron fence that will enhance our campus, provide added safety, and reflect the dignity of our 131-year mission. The Cost &amp; Our Goal The estimated cost of the fence is between $300,000 and $350,000. While this is a significant investment, we believe it is a necessary step to honor our past and secure our future. With your help, we can make it possible. How You Can Help Every gift makes a difference. Whether you sponsor a section of the fence, contribute toward a brick post, or make a donation of any size, you become part of the lasting legacy of St. Peter Claver. Together, we can preserve the beauty and safety of our school for generations to come. Join Us in Building Our Future St. Peter Claver has always been more than a school&mdash;it is a community, a family, and a legacy of faith and education in Tampa. We invite you to stand with us in this important moment of growth and renewal.&nbsp;Donate today and help us build a Legacy Fence that will stand strong for the next 131 years.

Help SPCCS Build a Legacy Fence! For 131 years, St. Peter Claver Catholic School has stood in the heart of Tampa as a place of faith, learning, and opportunity. Generations of families have passed through our doors, and today we continue to serve students with the same commitment to excellence and community.Our neighborhood is transforming. New families are moving in, state-of-the-art buildings are rising, and walkable streets are creating a vibrant, connected community. As our surroundings grow and change, we want to ensure our historic school remains both secure and welcoming for every child and family who steps onto our campus.That’s why we are launching the Legacy Fence Project—a beautiful brick and iron fence that will enhance our campus, provide added safety, and reflect the dignity of our 131-year mission.The Cost & Our GoalThe estimated cost of the fence is between $300,000 and $350,000. While this is a significant investment, we believe it is a necessary step to honor our past and secure our future. With your help, we can make it possible.How You Can HelpEvery gift makes a difference. Whether you sponsor a section of the fence, contribute toward a brick post, or make a donation of any size, you become part of the lasting legacy of St. Peter Claver. Together, we can preserve the beauty and safety of our school for generations to come.Join Us in Building Our FutureSt. Peter Claver has always been more than a school—it is a community, a family, and a legacy of faith and education in Tampa. We invite you to stand with us in this important moment of growth and renewal. Donate today and help us build a Legacy Fence that will stand strong for the next 131 years.

Legacy Fence - Brick & Metal Perimeter Fence

Welcome to the Lion&rsquo;s Shop 🦁Gear up and show your SPCCS pride! From the classroom to the car line, represent St. Peter Claver Catholic School with confidence and style. Wear it. Share it. Live it. &nbsp;✨Every item you purchase helps support our students and strengthens the spirit of our school community.Thank you for being part of the pride&mdash;Go Lions! 🦁

Welcome to the Lion’s Shop 🦁Gear up and show your SPCCS pride! From the classroom to the car line, represent St. Peter Claver Catholic School with confidence and style.Wear it. Share it. Live it. ✨Every item you purchase helps support our students and strengthens the spirit of our school community.Thank you for being part of the pride—Go Lions! 🦁

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2026 Joe Capitano Sr. Golf Classic Silent Auction

St. Peter Claver Catholic School - Legacy Gala

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Help us Raise for a Stage!

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Legacy Fence - Brick & Metal Perimeter Fence

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