Curtis Campogni

Following the October 13 School Board meeting, I'm reflecting on the district's school closure recommendations, the changes made in Tarpon Springs, and the questions that remain. What did we learn from this process, and how can we ensure families across Pinellas County are heard and treated consistently? Here’s where I stand.

I prepared for tonight’s forum expecting tough questions about the issues facing Pinellas County Schools. Unfortunately, an injury kept me from being there, but I still want voters to know where I stand. From school closures and teacher retention to safety, testing, AI, school choice, workforce development, and student behavior, these are the questions I prepared for and the ideas I was ready to discuss.

The enrollment numbers are real, and difficult decisions are coming. But transparency isn’t just a process. It’s a practice in empathy. Here’s where I believe Pinellas County Schools should go from here, what meaningful community engagement should look like, and what I would do as a School Board member before casting a vote.