2026 Falcon Fright Golf Tournament
The Falcon Fright Golf Tournament returns on October 24, 2026 at Rogers Park Golf Course! Gather your foursome for a day of golf, contests, prizes, raffles, and fun while supporting students at Pepin Academies.
Every foursome, sponsorship, raffle ticket, and donation helps create opportunities for students with learning and learning-related disabilities.
Register today and help make a difference both on and off the course.
How to Support Pepin Academies
Pepin Academies Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization created in 2008 to support all of the Pepin Academies campuses. The Pepin Academies are public, tuition-free charter schools located in Tampa, Riverview, and New Port Richey serving students with learning disabilities from third through twelfth grade. In addition, Pepin Academies operates a job transition program for students aged 18-22 to teach life and work skills by partnering with companies and civic organizations throughout the Tampa Bay region.
How does your support impact Pepin Academies?
Every contribution counts, whether it’s your time, resources, or expertise. Your support can make a world of difference in the lives of students with learning disabilities. Your support helps support our mission of empowering students with learning disabilities to maximize their potential in a positive therapeutic environment while helping us continue to grow to serve even more students in the future!
Lending your time:
Supporting our mission doesn’t always require a financial commitment. You can make a meaningful impact by giving your time. Consider volunteering to speak at our annual Great American Teach In, assisting with fundraising events such as Gasparilla, or simply spreading the word about Pepin Academies within the community. Your dedication and involvement can help us create a brighter future for our students.
Community Support:
Community support is integral to our mission, and we firmly believe that it takes a village to create a thriving educational environment. We actively seek ways to engage with our community and encourage corporate sponsorships that contribute to the well-being of our students and staff. Whether it’s providing bottled water for a campus health fair or sponsoring a meal for our staff during the pre-planning week, every donation and sponsorship is deeply valued and plays a vital role in fostering a positive and supportive school atmosphere.
Pepin Partners:
Our Transition program eagerly welcomes discussions with businesses interested in becoming a Pepin Partner and hosting our Transition students as job trainees. This program offers invaluable on-the-job experience for our students, and there is no cost to your business. Join the ranks of our esteemed Pepin Partners, including organizations like the Pet Resource Center, The Florida Aquarium, Embassy Suites, and many more. By opening your doors to our Transition students, you not only help them gain essential skills but also become an integral part of their journey toward a brighter future.
Financial Support:
Your financial support is a powerful means of transforming the lives of our students. Supporting a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization like ours not only contributes to a meaningful cause but can also provide significant tax benefits. As a recognized tax-exempt entity, your donations to our or may be tax-deductible. By making a donation, you have the opportunity to direct your funds toward areas that matter most to you. Whether you wish to contribute to scholarship programs, enhance classroom resources, support extracurricular activities, or bolster essential services, your generosity can have a profound impact. Your choice empowers you to tailor your support to the aspects of our mission that resonate with you, ensuring that your contribution makes a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of the students we serve.
Classroom Support:
These funds are channeled directly into meeting specific classroom needs, such as providing extra supplies for students facing challenges, equipping teachers with materials to enrich their innovative initiatives, and offering general classroom resources that play a crucial role in supporting our therapeutic program. Your contribution ensures our classrooms are vibrant hubs of learning, growth, and empowerment, enabling each student to reach their full potential.
Student Support:
Your contribution directly assists students who may require help with covering expenses for field trips, class fees, uniforms, and other necessities. By offering your support, you help ensure that every student has access to valuable educational experiences and resources, regardless of their circumstances.
Athletics:
Supporting our athletics program is about investing in the physical and personal growth of our students. Your contribution to our athletics funds enables us to provide the resources and opportunities needed for our young athletes to excel. These funds help cover the costs of equipment, uniforms, and coaching, ensuring our student-athletes can compete, learn, and develop their skills to the fullest. Your support not only strengthens our sports teams but also promotes teamwork, discipline, and a healthy lifestyle.
Transition Program:
Donating to our Transition Program is a direct investment in the future success of our students as they prepare to step into the world beyond the classroom. These funds help provide our students with the tools, training, and support they need to navigate the path to independence.
Teacher Wish Lists
Updated 8/26/26
Grace Baker-HS Learning Strategies Teacher
Belinda Delaney-HS Social Studies/Learning Strategies Teacher
Richard Chase- HS Science Teacher
Crystal Deyo-MS/HS Computer Science Teacher
Brandi Geoit-MS Science Teacher
Bridgette Knarvik-Music Teacher
Arlita Koenig-MS Access Teacher
Kassandra Lucus-HS Math Teacher
Amy McBride-MS/HS History and Learning Strategies Teacher
Jennifer Morris-HS Learning Strategies Teacher
Updated 7/30/26
Irianys Crespo- MS ELA and Reading
Madison Culverhouse-3rd Grade Teacher
Vastssy Desir-MS/HS Social Studies
Pricilla DeJesus-Speech Language Pathologist
Tanja Diederich-HS Science Teacher
Tessa Dodge-Elementary Teacher
Christie Herms-HS History Teacher
Ed Mundt-HS History, Government & Economics Teacher
Kesue Nicely-5th Grade Teacher
Amy O’Donohoe-MS Reading Teacher
Emily Phillips-Mental Health Counselor
Letitia Temple – Nurse/CNA Instructor
Iris Rivera-Nolasco-MS History & Learning Strategies Teacher
Updated 8/26/26
Administrative Support Wish List
Stephanie Albero-Elementary Teacher
Chanell Brooks-HS Business Teacher
Kerine Casteel-Mental Health Counselor
Matthew Casteel-Dean of Discipline
Amber Dame-HS US History and Government Teacher
Berlitz Davila-MS Learning Strategies Teacher
Dawn Demarinis-MS Reading Teacher
Allan Gown-Smith-HS Science Teacher
Gary Jones-ES/MS/HS Art Teacher
Iesha Jordan – HS Reading Teacher
Tina Lawrence-MS ELA/Reading Teacher
Sharon Legault-Elementary Teacher
Adelle Levert-Speech Language Pathologist
Melissa Lopez-History/Learning Strategies Teacher
Shyma Marjaraj-Mohammed-HS Learning Strategies Teacher
Elizabeth Martinet-MS Science Teacher
Alexis Maxfield-Speech Language Pathologist
Melissa Merchant-Elementary Teacher
Laura Mroczko-Elementary Teacher
Gemise Pettit-HS Social Studies Teacher
Theodore Vicencio-MS History Teacher
Yue Yang-HS Learning Strategies Teacher
Updated 7/13/26