Name: Barbara Mittelstadt 
Contact: Barbara.mittelstadt@hcps.net

Student Led Transition Program 
Lithia Springs Elementary School (LSES) has a transition program to assist military students coming into the school.  The program includes a student-to-student support system linking new military students with others at the school within the first week of arrival; and a process for familiarizing new students with the LSES campus, including student leaders and upcoming events and organizations.  

Exceptional Student Education
Families can contact Rachel Coyle (813) 744-8016 with questions regarding Exceptional Student Education.  

If you are transitioning to the area and have questions about services in Hillsborough County Public Schools contact the Choice Information Line at 813-272-4692 and identify yourself as a transitioning military family to connect with the Exceptional Student Education Department.  

Mental Health Resources
There are many challenges military students face due to their unique situation, such as having a parent deployed for extended periods of time, changing schools, and leaving friends.  Your child’s School Student Services staff, i.e. School Counselor, School Psychologist and/or School Social Worker can provide support and share resources to assist during these challenging times. Families can also visit the HCPS Mental Health Matters site for additional resources.  

Contact Venetia Waters, MAFB’s School Liaison Officer to connect your child or a family member to a Military Family Life Counselor. (813) 828-0146 or venetia.waters@us.af.mil

To learn more about Lithia Springs and its resources, visit the military family resource table in the Main Office! 

 

We partner with High 5 Inc. for after-school care. For more information about our site-based after-school care, please visit high5inc.org, or you can reach them at (813) 689-0908.

As you prepare to transition to our school, visit  Student Supply Wish List 24-25.pdf for grade-level supply information.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is a great way to connect with the school community. Please email lsesptaboard@gmail.com for more information about membership, events, fundraisers, and more!

 

All Pro Dads is a proud partner of Lithia Springs Elementary School! Please join us on the second Friday of each month from 7:00-7:35 to enjoy breakfast with your child and engage in great conversation! Visit All Pro Dads to learn more.