BDCHS is an A-Rated, high-performing independent charter collegiate high school in Tampa.
Recognized as both a FL School of Excellence and a National Blue Ribbon School, BDCHS is dedicated to academic rigor, success, pride, purpose, and professionalism.
08/14/2026
BDCHS Families- Need help accessing FOCUS or Canvas? We’ve got you covered! 💻📚
Our Family Portal includes helpful technology resources and step-by-step guides to help families navigate student information and learning platforms.
Questions or need additional assistance?
📧 [email protected]
We’re here to help your family stay connected and support your student’s success! 🖥️💛
08/10/2026
🔥 APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🔥
Ready to become part of the Phoenix Family? Applications for the 2027–2028 school year are officially OPEN!
📅 Application Deadline: January 25, 2027 at 8:00 PM EST
🎟️ Lottery: January 29, 2027
🏫 Open House Opportunities:
• October 15, 2026 @ 5:30 PM — Guided Tour
• November 12, 2026 @ 5:30 PM — Guided Tour
• January 23, 2027 @ 9:00 AM — Self-Guided Tour
👉 Apply today at www.bdchs.org
08/08/2026
🔥 WELCOME BACK, PHOENIX FAMILIES! 🔥
The 2026–2027 school year is almost here! We can’t wait to welcome our Phoenix Family back on Monday, August 10 for another year of excellence!
📚 School Starts: 8:00 AM
🚪 Doors Open: 7:40 AM
🏫 Dismissal: 3:10 PM
Before the first day, please review the Family Portal, Student & Family Handbook, uniform policy, carline procedures, personal electronics policy, and other important back-to-school information. Don’t forget to complete your 2026–2027 Student & Family Forms by August 14!
Let’s SOAR into an amazing year!
07/16/2026
📅 SAVE THE DATE!
Freshman Orientation & Open House will be held on Thursday, August 6!
We're excited to welcome our new and returning Phoenix families as we prepare for another outstanding school year.
More back-to-school information, including event details, schedules, and important updates, will be shared soon. Stay tuned!
07/04/2026
Happy Fourth of July from Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School!
Today, we celebrate the birth of our nation and the freedoms that unite us. We wish all of our students, families, faculty, staff, alumni, and community partners a safe, joyful, and memorable Independence Day. Thank you for being part of the Phoenix family.
❤️🤍💙 Happy Independence Day! 💙🤍❤️
07/02/2026
SAVE THE DATE! Wednesday, July 8th from 3:30 - 5:30 PAC is hosting a Pop Up Shop! Come by the school and purchase gently used Khakis, spirit shirts, polos, outerwear and more! AND you can also check out sizing on new items before you place your order. We will also have PAC Leaders on had to answer any questions you might have. We hope you can join us!
07/01/2026
The Florida Department of Education has once again recognized our school with an "A" School Grade for the 2025–2026 school year! This distinction reflects the dedication of our students, teachers, staff, families, and Governing Board to academic excellence and continuous improvement. While maintaining an "A" rating is an outstanding accomplishment, this year's results demonstrate remarkable progress across nearly every area of student achievement. BDCHS increased its overall accountability score from 661 points in 2024–2025 to 697 points in 2025–2026, representing a 36-point gain in the school's overall performance. Congratulations to our Phoenix Family! -School
06/29/2026
BDCHS Student Jeremiyah Shepeard has been featured is several news stories recently regarding Florida's student-athlete ECG law that takes effect on July 1.
Link to Spectrum News 9 Article: https://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2026/06/28/second-chance-act-ecg-law?cid=share_clip
Link to Fox13 Article: https://www.fox13news.com/news/sarasota-county-schools-heart-screenings-student-athletes
Photo: Jeremiyah Shepeard (left) and Dr. Anjlee Patel, a pediatric cardiologist at AdventHealth (right). (Spectrum News/Erin Murray)
🎉 Happy Birthday to Assistant Principal Jones! 🎂
As we celebrate your special day, we also celebrate your incredible career and wish you all the best on your retirement. Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the positive impact you’ve made on our school community.
Congratulations on your retirement, and enjoy your well-deserved next chapter! Happy last day of school, and happy birthday! 🎉📚❤️
06/16/2026
TEACHER SPOTLIGHT: As previously shared, Mrs. Rachel Spivey was honored as a recipient of the 2026 FCPCS Charter School Champion Award. This prestigious recognition highlights her outstanding dedication to student success, instructional excellence, and commitment to the Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School community. You can view the official press release from the Florida Consortium of Public Charter Schools at the link below.
https://www.floridacharterschools.org/latest-news
