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Wed., February 12, 2014 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EST) - 10:00am (EST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Dr. Jennifer Morrow, (813) 961-3087, jmorrow@corbettprep.com

Corbett Preparatory School of IDS, a school for PreK3 through eighth grade, will host Admissions Open Houses on Wednesday, Feb. 12 2014, beginning at 8:30 a.m. during which prospective families can become acquainted with the school. The Admissions Open Houses will begin with an overview of the school conducted by Headmaster Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman. Dr. Swarzman will discuss the school’s dynamic academic curriculum as well as its extraordinary fine arts, sports and technology programs. She will explain how Corbett Prep balances a nurturing, safe and exciting learning environment with high standards and high expectations. Corbett Prep offers the International Baccalaureate Programme at all grade levels beginning at PreK3. Over five semesters, the school completed training in gifted education masters-level courses through a partnership grant with the University of South Florida College of Education. The Admissions Open Houses will include a tour of the beautiful, cypress-covered campus conducted by middle school student “ambassadors.” A light breakfast will be served. “Our vision is to make the learning process joyful and challenging, as well as stimulating and productive, said Dr. Swarzman. “Our dynamic teaching faculty put children first, focusing on excellence and developing a positive approach to life and learning, while also emphasizing the importance of giving back to the greater community. As our book says, It's All About Kids. Every Child Deserves a “Teacher of the Year.” In addition, families interested in learning about Corbett Prep are always welcome to call the Admissions Office to schedule a personal tour at any time. The school is located at 12015 Orange Grove Drive in Tampa. Contact Director of Admissions Dr. Jennifer Morrow to place a reservation or for more information: jmorrow@corbettprep.com or 813-961-3087.

Wed., October 07, 2015 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EDT) - 10:00am (EDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Dr. Jennifer Clark, (813) 961-3087, jclark@corbettprep.com

Corbett Prep produces students who are creative, innovative thinkers, who collaborate and lead and who carry the confidence to take on new challenges. Spend the morning here and experience for yourself the dynamic learning environment at Corbett Preparatory School of IDS, a Tampa private school for PreK3 through 8th grade. Corbett Prep will host two fall Admissions Open Houses for prospective families at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7 and on Tuesday, Nov. 17. Each Admissions Open House begins with an overview of Corbett Prep, founded in 1968 on the premise that all children deserve a gifted education. Headmaster Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman will discuss Corbett Prep’s engaging academic curriculum as well as its fine arts, sports and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) programs. Corbett Prep also offers the International Baccalaureate Programme at all grade levels beginning at PreK3. Middle School student ambassadors will lead Open House guests on a tour of the lakeside campus and answer questions from their perspectives. A light breakfast also will be served.

Tue., November 17, 2015 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EST) - 10:00am (EST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Dr. Jennifer Clark, (813) 961-3087, jclark@corbettprep.com

Tue., January 12, 2016 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EST) - 10:00am (EST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Dr. Jennifer Clark, (813) 961-3087, jclark@corbettprep.com

Corbett Prep produces students who are creative, innovative thinkers, who collaborate and lead and who carry the confidence to take on new challenges. Spend the morning here and experience for yourself the dynamic learning environment at Corbett Preparatory School of IDS, a Tampa private school for PreK3 through 8th grade. Each Admissions Open House begins with an overview of Corbett Prep, founded in 1968 on the premise that all children deserve a gifted education. Headmaster Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman will discuss Corbett Prep’s engaging academic curriculum as well as its fine arts, sports and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) programs. Corbett Prep also offers the International Baccalaureate Programme at all grade levels beginning at PreK3. Middle School student ambassadors will lead Open House guests on a tour of the lakeside campus and answer questions from their perspectives. A light breakfast also will be served.

Tue., February 23, 2016 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EST) - 10:00am (EST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Dr. Jennifer Clark, (813) 961-3087, jclark@corbettprep.com

Corbett Prep produces students who are creative, innovative thinkers, who collaborate and lead and who carry the confidence to take on new challenges. Spend the morning here and experience for yourself the dynamic learning environment at Corbett Preparatory School of IDS, a Tampa private school for PreK3 through 8th grade. Each Admissions Open House begins with an overview of Corbett Prep, founded in 1968 on the premise that all children deserve a gifted education. Headmaster Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman will discuss Corbett Prep’s engaging academic curriculum as well as its fine arts, sports and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) programs. Corbett Prep also offers the International Baccalaureate Programme at all grade levels beginning at PreK3. Middle School student ambassadors will lead Open House guests on a tour of the lakeside campus and answer questions from their perspectives. A light breakfast also will be served.

Wed., October 05, 2016 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EDT) - 10:00am (EDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Tara Novell, (813) 961-3087, Tnovell@corbettprep.com

A class at Corbett Prep may take place outside, with the lake as a science lab. It may occur on a stage as students learn to speak with confidence before a crowd. It may involve students working cooperatively and creatively on a task, bursting with excitement as they make a discovery.Spend the morning here and experience for yourself the dynamic learning environment at Corbett Preparatory School of IDS, a Tampa private school for PreK3 through 8th grade.Corbett Prep will host two fall Admissions Open Houses for prospective families at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 5 and on Tuesday, Dec. 13.Each Admissions Open House begins with an overview of Corbett Prep, founded in 1968 on the premise that all children deserve a gifted education. Participants will learn about Corbett Prep`s concept-based curriculum as well as its fine arts, sports and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) programs. Corbett Prep also offers the International Baccalaureate Programme at all grade levels beginning at PreK3.Corbett Prep teachers use brain-based strategies in classrooms and commit to regular professional development, in-house and nationally. Over five semesters, teachers completed training in gifted education masters-level courses through a partnership grant with the University of South Florida College of Education. Corbett Prep also has partnered with the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence to pilot a wellbeing program for social and emotional learning."Our vision is to make the learning process joyful and challenging, as well as stimulating and productive," says Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman, headmaster. "Our master teachers put children first, focusing on excellence and developing a positive approach to life and learning."Middle School student ambassadors will lead Open House guests on a tour of the campus and answer questions from their perspectives. A light breakfast also will be served.Corbett Preparatory School of IDS is located at 12015 Orange Grove Drive in North Tampa and provides bus transportation from South Tampa, New Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Lutz and Westchase. Families interested in learning about Corbett Prep are always welcome to call the Office of Admissions to schedule a personal tour at any time. Contact Director of Admissions Tara Novell to RSVP for an open house or request more information at tnovell@corbettprep.com or (813) 961-3087.

Tue., December 13, 2016 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EST) - 10:00am (EST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Tara Novell, (813) 961-3087, tnovell@corbettprep.com

Corbett Prep was founded upon and remains devoted to the ideal that happy children - who are respected as unique human beings and allowed to play, investigate, and be themselves - are more open to learning than children who are unhappy, tense, and fearful. For nearly 50 years, Corbett Prep has created a joyful and inspiring environment for kids.Please join us with Headmaster Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman to learn more about Corbett Prep and tour the beautiful campus. A light breakfast will be served.Come see for yourself what has made Corbett Preparatory School of IDS an extraordinary environment for learning since 1968!R.S.V.P. now to reserve your spot for Dec. 13 or contact us to schedule your personal tour!Call (813) 961-3087 or email Tara Novell at tnovell@corbettprep.com.We look forward to seeing you on campus!Best,Tara NovellDirector of Admissions

Tue., January 31, 2017 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EST) - 10:00am (EST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Tara Novell, (813) 961-3087, tnovell@corbettprep.com

Corbett Prep was founded upon and remains devoted to the ideal that happy children - who are respected as unique human beings and allowed to play, investigate, and be themselves - are more open to learning than children who are unhappy, tense, and fearful. For nearly 50 years, Corbett Prep has created a joyful and inspiring environment for kids.Please join us with Headmaster Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman to learn more about Corbett Prep and tour the beautiful campus. A light breakfast will be served. Come see for yourself what has made Corbett Preparatory School of IDS an extraordinary environment for learning since 1968!R. .R.S.V.P. now to reserve your spot for Dec. 13 or contact us to schedule your personal tour!Call (813) 961-3087 or email Tara Novell tnovell@corbettprep.com.We look forward to seeing you on campus!Best,Tara NovellDirector of Admissions

Tue., March 07, 2017 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EST) - 10:00am (EST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Tara Novell, (813) 507-9051, tnovell@corbettprep.com

Corbett Prep was founded upon and remains devoted to the ideal that happy children - who are respected as unique human beings and allowed to play, investigate, and be themselves - are more open to learning than children who are unhappy, tense, and fearful. For nearly 50 years, Corbett Prep has created a joyful and inspiring environment for kids.Please join us with Headmaster Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman to learn more about Corbett Prep and tour the beautiful campus. A light breakfast will be served. Come see for yourself what has made Corbett Preparatory School of IDS an extraordinary environment for learning since 1968!R. .R.S.V.P. now to reserve your spot for Dec. 13 or contact us to schedule your personal tour!Call (813) 961-3087 or email Tara Novell tnovell@corbettprep.com.We look forward to seeing you on campus!Best,Tara NovellDirector of Admissions

Tue., November 13, 2018 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EST) - 10:00am (EST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Maribel Garrett, (813) 961-3087, mgarrett@corbettprep.com

A private school for PreK3 through 8th grade for 50 years, Corbett Prep will host Admissions Open House for prospective families at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 13.Headmaster Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman will start the Open House with an overview of Corbett Prep, including its concept-based curriculum and thriving fine arts, athletics and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art of Design and Math) programs. Corbett Prep also offers the International Baccalaureate Programme at all grade levels beginning at PreK3.Highly trained teachers make up the heart of the Corbett Prep community. Dr. Swarzman will explain how and why Corbett Prep uses brain-based teaching strategies in classrooms and the commitment teachers make to professional development. Over five semesters, the school completed training in gifted education masters-level courses through a partnership grant with the University of South Florida College of Education. Corbett Prep also remains on the cutting edge of social and emotional learning, partnering with the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and piloting a new wellbeing curriculum that is expanding worldwide.Middle School student ambassadors will lead Open House guests on a tour of the lakeside campus and answer questions from their perspectives. A light breakfast also will be served.Corbett Preparatory School of IDS is located at 12015 Orange Grove Drive in North Tampa and provides bus transportation from South Tampa, New Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Lutz and Westchase. Families interested in learning more about Corbett Prep are welcome to call the Office of Admissions to schedule a personal tour at any time.Contact the Office of Admissions to RSVP for open house or request more information at info@corbettprep.com or (813) 961-3087.

Wed., January 09, 2019 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EST) - 10:00pm (EST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Maribel Garrett, (813) 961-3087, mgarrett@corbettprep.com

Join Headmaster Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman as she shares Corbett Prep's research-based strategies for engaging students and developing a positive approach to life and learning. Middle School student ambassadors will lead you on a tour of our lakeside campus and answer your questions from their perspectives. A light breakfast will be served.Your visit is the first step in the admissions process toward enrollment for the 2019/20 school year. Come learn about the extraordinary experiences that await your child at Corbett Prep! We look forward to seeing you!

Tue., February 05, 2019 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EST) - 10:00pm (EST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Maribel Garrett, (813) 961-3087, info@corbettprep.com

Join us for one of our Admissions Open Houses! A private school for PreK3 through 8th grade, Corbett Prep will host Admissions Open Houses for prospective families at 8:30 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 5 and Tuesday, March 5, 2019. A light breakfast will be served. For 50 years, Corbett Prep has lived its founders' dream to create an educational environment that would cultivate the gifts and talents of every student. Founders Marilyn Gatlin and Betty Anderson embraced a philosophy that happy students respected as individuals and allowed to fulfill their needs to "play, investigate and be themselves" were more open to learning than students who felt unhappy, tense and fearful at school.See how Corbett Prep teachers put the school's philosophy into action during a tour at an Admissions Open House.

Tue., March 05, 2019 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EST) - 10:00pm (EST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Maribel Garrett, (813) 961-3087, info@corbettprep.com

Tue., October 15, 2019 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EDT) - 10:00am (EDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Maribel Garrett, (813) 961-3087, mgarrett@corbettprep.com

For 51 years, Corbett Prep has lived its founders' vision of appreciating the uniqueness of each learner. Join Headmaster Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman as she shares Corbett Prep's research-based strategies for engaging students and developing a positive approach to life and learning. You are invited to one of our Admissions Open Houses on Tues., Oct. 15 or Thurs., Nov. 14 at 8:30 a.m. Middle School student ambassadors will lead you on a tour of our lakeside campus and answer your questions from their perspectives. A light breakfast will be served.

Thu., November 14, 2019 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EST) - 10:00am (EST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Maribel Garrett, (813) 961-3087, mgarrett@corbettprep.com

For 51 years, Corbett Prep has lived its founders' vision of appreciating the uniqueness of each learner. Join Headmaster Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman as she shares Corbett Prep's research-based strategies for engaging students and developing a positive approach to life and learning. You are invited to one of our Admissions Open Houses on Thurs., Nov. 14 at 8:30 a.m. Middle School student ambassadors will lead you on a tour of our lakeside campus and answer your questions from their perspectives. A light breakfast will be served.

Tue., October 12, 2021 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, East Side Office, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EDT) - 10:00am (EDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Maribel Garrett, (813) 961-3087, admissions@corbettprep.com

Admissions Open House Dates: Tuesdays ~ Oct, 12; Nov. 16; Jan. 25, 2022; Mar. 1, 2022) You are invited to attend one of our Admissions Open Houses to learn about the foundation of a Corbett Prep education, including its concept-based curriculum and thriving fine arts, athletics and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art of Design and Math) programs. Corbett Prep offers the International Baccalaureate Programme at all grade levels beginning at PreK3.Highly trained teachers make up the heart of the Corbett Prep community. School leaders will explain how and why Corbett Prep uses brain-based teaching strategies in classrooms and the commitment teachers make to professional development. Over five semesters, the school completed training in gifted education masters-level courses through a partnership grant with the University of South Florida College of Education. Corbett Prep also remains on the cutting edge of social and emotional learning, first partnering with the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and now leading the way with a new wellbeing curriculum from the Contentment Foundation expanding worldwide."Our vision is to make the learning process joyful and challenging as well as stimulating and productive," says Head of School Nicholas Rodriquez. "Our master teachers put children first, focusing on excellence and developing a positive approach to life and learning."Middle School student ambassadors will lead Open House guests on a tour, whether virtually or in person, of the lakeside campus and answer questions from their perspectives. A light breakfast also will be served.Corbett Preparatory School of IDS is located at 12015 Orange Grove Drive in North Tampa and provides bus transportation from South Tampa, New Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Lutz and Westchase. Families interested in learning more about Corbett Prep are welcome to call the Office of Admissions to schedule a personal tour at any time.Contact the Office of Admissions to RSVP for an open house or request more information at admissions@corbettprep.com or (813) 961-3087.

Tue., October 11, 2022 - Tampa, FL

Open House
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
12015 Orange Grove Drive, Tampa, FL 33618
8:30am (EDT) - 10:00am (EDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Karen Vaughan, (813) 961-3087, admissions@corbettprep.com

Families looking for a private, independent school are invited to experience the Corbett Prep campus for themselves at an Admissions Open House this fall. Corbett Prep will welcome a small number of guests to in-person Admissions Open House at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 11. Space is limited, and all guests are required to register in advance. Register for the Open House at https://events.veracross.com/corbettprep/10-Fall-2022-Admissions-Open-House or visit the Corbett Prep's website. Corbett Preparatory School of IDS is located at 12015 Orange Grove Drive in North Tampa and provides bus transportation from South Tampa, New Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Lutz and Westchase. Families interested in learning more about Corbett Prep are welcome to call the Office of Admissions to schedule a personal tour at any time. Contact the Office of Admissions to RSVP for an open house or request more information at (813) 961-3087.

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