The Shirley Proctor Puller Foundation
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Our Purpose: Preparing a New Generation of Leaders

The future of our community is rooted in the education of our children as future leaders, secure in their ability to compete for high wage, family sustaining careers.

Our Programs: Giving Scholars the Tools to Write Their Own Success Story

Each scholar’s unique story includes mastering critical skills. It includes important transitions and milestones that must be navigated with an eye toward high school graduation, post-secondary options, and successful careers. Each journey requires self-discovery to strengthen confidence and self-love to enable genius to shine.

M.A.S.T.R. Kids® Program

Our Math, Art, Science, Technology, and Reading Program uses a mix of evidence based curriculum to ensure K-8th grade scholars master foundational English and Math skills while engaging in fun hands-on activities. 

Program Approach

Our focus is on academics, personalized learning plans, and measurable student success. We employ certified teachers, use research-based curriculum and assessments and engage community resources to support families.

H.S.M.P. Program

Our High School M.A.S.T.R. Plan Program prepares 6th-10th graders to enter & navigate high school successfully. Scholars learn life skills (goal setting, financial literacy, public speaking) while exploring career pathways.
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of 12-month Scholars Reached Grade Level in 2023-24
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Average GPA for Middle and High School Students in the HSMP Program
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of Students Avoided Summer Learning Loss in Summer 2024

Our Impact

Based on i-Ready pre- and post-assessment scores, SPPF has proven successful in helping students avoid the summer slide and closing the gap in reading achievement.

Invest in the Transformation

Every gift helps us prepare our students to be next-generation leaders, transforming the trajectory of south St. Pete.

Join our Caring Community

If you are passionate about the power of education to make a difference in the future of a child, join our Caring Community of Support and help us amplify our impact in the at-risk community of South St. Pete. There are many ways to get involved!

Volunteer

Your involvement today can help build a brighter future for SPPF students. One-time and ongoing opportunities are available.

Donate

A contribution of any amount makes a difference for SPPF scholars, their families and the at-risk community of south St. Pete.

Become a Corporate Partner

Together, we can accomplish our mission to advance literacy and close the achievement gap for children in our community.

Become a Corporate Partner

Together, we can accomplish our mission to advance literacy and close the achievement gap for children in our community.

Upcoming Events

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Nov 2024

M.A.S.T.R. Kids Program Tour (advance registration required)

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Dec 2024

Reading with the Elders

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Dec 2024

M.A.S.T.R. Kids Program Tour (advance registration required)

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Funding Partners

We are deeply grateful to the organizations below who have chosen to partner with us and invest in educational transformation. We also appreciate all the many individuals, families, faith institutions, corporations, and community partners whose contributions help us change the future for the scholars we serve.