Head of School Letter
From the Desk of Lincoln J. Tamayo
"Academy Prep Center of Tampa remains dedicated to strengthening our service to future generations through the transformative power of a quality education. Our mission is to inspire and empower students eligible for need-based scholarships to become future leaders within their communities. We achieve this through a rigorous academic and enrichment program, coupled with continuous graduate support through the college-going years. While our mission remains unwavering, we are committed to innovation and developing programs that challenge and uplift our students."
This year, we have introduced a progressive math program designed to accommodate the highest levels of math proficiency while remaining adaptable to our students' growing skills. In the fifth grade, students will continue to be offered two levels of math instruction. Starting in the sixth grade, they will have access to three levels of math, with the option to complete a Geometry course by the eighth grade. Our goal is to ensure that our students are fully prepared to succeed in the nation’s finest high schools and universities.
We have also expanded our Centers of Excellence. In addition to Art, Music, and Chess, we are proud to introduce Athletics. These areas of focus will be available to all students twice at least week, with seventh and eighth graders selecting a concentration area where they can further develop their skills on a daily basis.
Our success is evident in our outcomes. Our graduates continue to be accepted into some of the country’s top college preparatory programs, setting them on the path to pursue their journey at prestigious colleges and universities. Today, we proudly boast a 99.7% high school graduation rate among our alumni, who go on to further their education at some of the most esteemed institutions nationwide.
None of this surprises us, as our students are indeed endowed with the will and ability to stride as far as they wish to endeavor, taking full advantage of the tools and opportunities Academy Prep provides.
Our deep roots in the community have fostered long-standing relationships with local partners and volunteers. Last year alone, 6,000 volunteer hours were served by our families, graduates, and community supporters. This collective dedication inspires our students daily, who are instilled with the values of selflessness and service to others.
As we look to the future, we remain resolute in our mission to inspire and empower our youth to become leaders of our society in their own right. It is for them we serve. It is by them we are inspired.
Best always,
Lincoln J. Tamayo
Head of School
Academy Prep Center of Tampa