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Principal's Message

Dima Walters, Community School Administrator

Welcome to Jefferson Adult and Community School—where education opens doors and possibilities become reality!

Whether you’re working toward your diploma, preparing for the GED, or strengthening your English skills, we are here to guide and support you at every step. We’re excited to have you as part of our school community and can’t wait to celebrate your success story!

Dima Walters, Community School Administrator

School Highlights

Longstanding and supportive community presence

Longstanding and supportive community presence

Jefferson Adult and Community School has served the Tampa community for over 25 years as part of Hillsborough County Public Schools. It supports adult learners who want to continue secondary education or learn English

Flexible scheduling

Flexible scheduling

Regular school hours are Monday through Thursday, 4:00 PM–9:30 PM, and Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, which helps accommodate adult learners’ schedules

Programs

Adult Basic Education / High School Credit

Adult Basic Education / High School Credit

Earn credits toward a high school diploma through Adult Basic Education and high school credit courses
GED Preparation (General Education Diploma)

GED Preparation (General Education Diploma)

GED programs are available, including a specialized option for Spanish speakers
ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)

ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)

Language instruction to build English proficiency, offered both at the main campus and community-based sub-sites