We’re excited to invite you to the Frank H. Peterson Career Academy Showcase and Car Show on Saturday, December 13th, from 10 AM – 2 PM!
This special event is a wonderful opportunity to explore interactive tours of any or all of our eight Career Academies.
You’ll meet our talented teachers, connect with current students, and discover the incredible hands-on opportunities available to your 8th grader throughout their high school journey.
Make it a family outing! Enjoy lunch on campus, visit our student-run restaurant and salon, and check out the fan-favorite Annual Car Show—all proudly led and operated by FHP students.
We hope to see you there!
Event Details
What: Career Academy Showcase & Car Show
When: Saturday, December 13th | 10 AM – 2 PM
Where: Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology
7450 Wilson Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32210
Explore: Eight career academies | Campus tours | Car show | Student-run restaurant | Salon and more
This special event is a wonderful opportunity to explore interactive tours of any or all of our eight Career Academies.
You’ll meet our talented teachers, connect with current students, and discover the incredible hands-on opportunities available to your 8th grader throughout their high school journey.
Make it a family outing! Enjoy lunch on campus, visit our student-run restaurant and salon, and check out the fan-favorite Annual Car Show—all proudly led and operated by FHP students.
We hope to see you there!
Event Details
What: Career Academy Showcase & Car Show
When: Saturday, December 13th | 10 AM – 2 PM
Where: Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology
7450 Wilson Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32210
Explore: Eight career academies | Campus tours | Car show | Student-run restaurant | Salon and more
GRADUATION LOADING...
They first walked through our doors as bright-eyed 9th graders—curious, hopeful, maybe a little nervous—and now they stand before us as mature, career-oriented leaders and young professionals. And while they still have half a year to go, we already know they’re going to lock in, finish strong, and make us proud all the way to the end.
And then, on one very special evening, we’ll get to watch them cross the threshold into adulthood…
We are excited to announce that our Class of 2026 Graduation will be held on
Tuesday, May 26th at 6:00 PM
at the University of North Florida Arena
Let’s make this celebration unforgettable! Join us in honoring the seniors who have grown, led, inspired, and transformed our school community.
Let’s cheer them on, support them, and make this year—and their big day—truly special! 💙✨
#frankhpeterson #fhpclassof2026 #seniors #graduationloading
#savethedate #soproud #excitementintheair
They first walked through our doors as bright-eyed 9th graders—curious, hopeful, maybe a little nervous—and now they stand before us as mature, career-oriented leaders and young professionals. And while they still have half a year to go, we already know they’re going to lock in, finish strong, and make us proud all the way to the end.
And then, on one very special evening, we’ll get to watch them cross the threshold into adulthood…
We are excited to announce that our Class of 2026 Graduation will be held on
Tuesday, May 26th at 6:00 PM
at the University of North Florida Arena
Let’s make this celebration unforgettable! Join us in honoring the seniors who have grown, led, inspired, and transformed our school community.
Let’s cheer them on, support them, and make this year—and their big day—truly special! 💙✨
#frankhpeterson #fhpclassof2026 #seniors #graduationloading
#savethedate #soproud #excitementintheair
Families with 8th grade students and all of Jacksonville! We would love for you to come out to Frank H. Peterson, Saturday, December 13th from 10-2 to take interactive tours of any or all of our Career Academies!
This is a wonderful day to get a feel for our student body, meet the teachers, and learn about the incredible opportunities available to your student when they attend Frank H. Peterson for their high school years! Or, you may come to have lunch with your family and enjoy a car show! All student run!
We hope to see you!
What: Career Academy Showcase and Car Show
When: Saturday, December 13th from 10 AM -2 PM
What: Campus open for tours of our 8 career academies and annual car show, restaurant, salon, and more
Where: 7450 Wilson Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32210
Student Government is collecting items for their annual Bountiful Baskets collection.
Please bring donations to Mrs. Karen Abbott by Friday, November 21st!!
Please bring donations to Mrs. Karen Abbott by Friday, November 21st!!
Tour Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology!
Career Academy Showcase and Car Show is coming soon!
Saturday, December 13th from 10 AM to 2 PM.
Every Tuesday in December and January from 9-11 AM
Tuesday, December 2nd from 5-7 PM
Thursday, January 15th from 5-7 PM
Tuesday, January 27th from 5-7 PM
Share with families you know who have an 8th grade student!
#frankhpeterson #tourtuesday #activateyourfuture #accelerateyourcareer #careerteched #cte #collegeandcareerready #futureprofessionals #youngentrepreneurs #schoolchoice
Career Academy Showcase and Car Show is coming soon!
Saturday, December 13th from 10 AM to 2 PM.
Every Tuesday in December and January from 9-11 AM
Tuesday, December 2nd from 5-7 PM
Thursday, January 15th from 5-7 PM
Tuesday, January 27th from 5-7 PM
Share with families you know who have an 8th grade student!
#frankhpeterson #tourtuesday #activateyourfuture #accelerateyourcareer #careerteched #cte #collegeandcareerready #futureprofessionals #youngentrepreneurs #schoolchoice
🎓 High School & College Readiness Virtual Workshop 🎓
Join #DSTJax for an informative session to help students and families prepare for the next step in their academic journey!
📚 Topics include:
✅ High school acceleration & dual enrollment
✅ Bright Futures & Common Apps for college
✅ College admissions & financial aid
✅ The college student experience
✅ Military and trade school options
🗓 Wednesday, November 12, 2025
🕡 6:30–8:30 p.m.
💻 Virtual Event
🔗 Register Today https://linktr.ee/dstjax
Don’t miss this opportunity to get college-ready and beyond‼️
Join #DSTJax for an informative session to help students and families prepare for the next step in their academic journey!
📚 Topics include:
✅ High school acceleration & dual enrollment
✅ Bright Futures & Common Apps for college
✅ College admissions & financial aid
✅ The college student experience
✅ Military and trade school options
🗓 Wednesday, November 12, 2025
🕡 6:30–8:30 p.m.
💻 Virtual Event
🔗 Register Today https://linktr.ee/dstjax
Don’t miss this opportunity to get college-ready and beyond‼️
This week is Bully Prevention Week!
At Frank H. Peterson, we recognize that our relationships with our classmates are integral to our bright futures! As a career tech ed high school, the relationships we build with our classmates now are building our network of future business partners, customers, and colleagues! Bullying and harassment have no place in a workplace or a school. We rise above!
#frankhpeterson #bullyprevention #relationshipsmatter #ournetworksbeginsnow #futureprofessionals #youngprofessionals #activateyourfuture #accelerateyourcareer #youngentrepreneurs #riseabove #excellence #iloveourstudents #iloveourschool
At Frank H. Peterson, we recognize that our relationships with our classmates are integral to our bright futures! As a career tech ed high school, the relationships we build with our classmates now are building our network of future business partners, customers, and colleagues! Bullying and harassment have no place in a workplace or a school. We rise above!
#frankhpeterson #bullyprevention #relationshipsmatter #ournetworksbeginsnow #futureprofessionals #youngprofessionals #activateyourfuture #accelerateyourcareer #youngentrepreneurs #riseabove #excellence #iloveourstudents #iloveourschool
This year, Student Government is putting a twist on Homecoming Week Halls...
Introducing Haunted Hallways!!!!
Each grade level has a designated hall to deck out in whatever haunting fashion you dream up (while being school appropriate, of course)!
Students can decorate any day after school this and next week. We would love for the halls to be completely decked by the October 24th.
Talk to your Class Representatives and Sponsors!
#frankhpeterson #hauntedhallways #homecoming #spirit #halloween #studentgovernment #studentleaders #youngprofessionals #Iloveourstudents #iloveourschool
Introducing Haunted Hallways!!!!
Each grade level has a designated hall to deck out in whatever haunting fashion you dream up (while being school appropriate, of course)!
Students can decorate any day after school this and next week. We would love for the halls to be completely decked by the October 24th.
Talk to your Class Representatives and Sponsors!
#frankhpeterson #hauntedhallways #homecoming #spirit #halloween #studentgovernment #studentleaders #youngprofessionals #Iloveourstudents #iloveourschool
THE 2ND ANNUAL CTE CAREER ACADEMY SHOWCASE – You're invited to this free community event where Duval’s educators and students shine! Highlighting all 67 of the district’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) Academies and programs, this event offers students and teachers a platform to share their innovative work with families and the broader community. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with academy staff and students, explore the unique programs offered across the district, and receive expert guidance from CTE staff on navigating the application process. No advanced registration is required. This event takes place Saturday, Nov. 1, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Adam W. Herbert University Center at the University of North Florida. The address is 12000 Alumni Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224
Early Childhood Education Academy's Trunk or Treat Community Event is coming soon!
Thursday, October 30th from 5-7 PM at Frank H. Peterson parking lot.
Participate by having a trunk decorated with a game and treats for the little ones, or bring your younger family and friends to enjoy the fun! Students who have a trunk or game will receive community service hours!
Questions? Email Mrs. Watkins at watkinsc@duvalschools.org
Thursday, October 30th from 5-7 PM at Frank H. Peterson parking lot.
Participate by having a trunk decorated with a game and treats for the little ones, or bring your younger family and friends to enjoy the fun! Students who have a trunk or game will receive community service hours!
Questions? Email Mrs. Watkins at watkinsc@duvalschools.org
Cosmetology Haunted Tunnels is back!!
Friday, October 24th from 6- 8 PM at Frank H. Peterson Academies.
You may pre-purchase tickets using the attached QR Code.
Friday, October 24th from 6- 8 PM at Frank H. Peterson Academies.
You may pre-purchase tickets using the attached QR Code.
Cosmetology Academy's Annual Haunted Tunnels is back for another evening of fun!
Thursday, October 24th from 6 to 8 PM. Last group will go through at 7:55 PM.
Get your tickets now! $11.00 for one entry.
Bring your family!!
This year art and communications students and teachers are contributing to the Haunted Tunnels production!
#frankhpeterson #cosmetology #specialeffectsmakeup #fhphauntedtunnels #skills #careerteched #productionmanagement #events #art #graphicdesign #youngprofessionals #activateyourfuture #accelerateyourcareer #iloveourstudents #iloveourschool
Thursday, October 24th from 6 to 8 PM. Last group will go through at 7:55 PM.
Get your tickets now! $11.00 for one entry.
Bring your family!!
This year art and communications students and teachers are contributing to the Haunted Tunnels production!
#frankhpeterson #cosmetology #specialeffectsmakeup #fhphauntedtunnels #skills #careerteched #productionmanagement #events #art #graphicdesign #youngprofessionals #activateyourfuture #accelerateyourcareer #iloveourstudents #iloveourschool
Peterson People,
An important change to our daily schedule will begin on Wednesday, October 15, the first day of the second quarter.
Starting October 15, student dismissal will move to 2:55 PM — 15 minutes earlier than our current time. This adjustment is being made to provide our teachers with consistent daily planning time, which is essential for maintaining strong, high-quality instruction for every student.
To accommodate this change, each class period will be slightly shortened. Even with this shift, we are fully committed to upholding high expectations for teaching and learning. Every instructional minute will continue to be used purposefully and effectively.
We understand that schedule changes can impact family routines. To support this transition, we will provide additional adult supervision for 30 minutes after dismissal, ensuring students have a safe and supervised environment if families need a bit more time to adjust. Current transportation will largely remain the same.
We appreciate your partnership as we make this change in support of our educators and students.
Thank you.
An important change to our daily schedule will begin on Wednesday, October 15, the first day of the second quarter.
Starting October 15, student dismissal will move to 2:55 PM — 15 minutes earlier than our current time. This adjustment is being made to provide our teachers with consistent daily planning time, which is essential for maintaining strong, high-quality instruction for every student.
To accommodate this change, each class period will be slightly shortened. Even with this shift, we are fully committed to upholding high expectations for teaching and learning. Every instructional minute will continue to be used purposefully and effectively.
We understand that schedule changes can impact family routines. To support this transition, we will provide additional adult supervision for 30 minutes after dismissal, ensuring students have a safe and supervised environment if families need a bit more time to adjust. Current transportation will largely remain the same.
We appreciate your partnership as we make this change in support of our educators and students.
Thank you.
We would love your input! Please take this brief survey! Use the link here to access: https://www.duvalschools.org/o/dcps/page/surveys
Volunteer Opportunity!!
The Jax Community Fair is looking for dependable, hard-working, and friendly volunteers to help with this community outreach event!
Please talk with your parents and decide if this would be a good volunteer opportunity for you!
It is October 4th from 10 AM to 3 PM, but there are volunteer slots for the Friday afternoon before and the Saturday after the event as well.
Here is the link to sign-up: https://form.jotform.com/250537509352154
Parents, you may sign-up to volunteer with your student!
Remember, please, please, please only sign-up if you are 100% committed to being there and being willing to help!
#frankhpeterson #volunteer #communityservice #giveback #iloveourstudents #iloveourschool
The Jax Community Fair is looking for dependable, hard-working, and friendly volunteers to help with this community outreach event!
Please talk with your parents and decide if this would be a good volunteer opportunity for you!
It is October 4th from 10 AM to 3 PM, but there are volunteer slots for the Friday afternoon before and the Saturday after the event as well.
Here is the link to sign-up: https://form.jotform.com/250537509352154
Parents, you may sign-up to volunteer with your student!
Remember, please, please, please only sign-up if you are 100% committed to being there and being willing to help!
#frankhpeterson #volunteer #communityservice #giveback #iloveourstudents #iloveourschool
We are very excited to celebrate and share the groundbreaking for the Agriscience and Vet Assisting Academy renovation!!!
Frank H. Peterson FFA Officer Team did an amazing job opening the ceremony.
Communications students captured beautiful moments and interviewed our distinguished guests with poise and professionalism.
Culinary Arts students prepared delicious treats and fresh-squeezed orange juice.
Automotive students worked behind the scenes to set-up and break-down.
What a great time to be a Silver Eagle!!
This project is funded by the CAP Workforce Development Grant that DCPS CTE Director wrote for us after hearing the vision of the dream to move our Ag and Vet Academy to a space that will enhance this program immensely!
Thank you to Kasper Architects and Auld and White Construction for working with us on this project.
Enjoy the pics!
#frankhpeterson #activateyourfuture #accelerateyourcareer #cte #careerteched #ffa #flffa #fhpffa #veterinarysciences #yourfutureisbright #youngprofessionals
Frank H. Peterson FFA Officer Team did an amazing job opening the ceremony.
Communications students captured beautiful moments and interviewed our distinguished guests with poise and professionalism.
Culinary Arts students prepared delicious treats and fresh-squeezed orange juice.
Automotive students worked behind the scenes to set-up and break-down.
What a great time to be a Silver Eagle!!
This project is funded by the CAP Workforce Development Grant that DCPS CTE Director wrote for us after hearing the vision of the dream to move our Ag and Vet Academy to a space that will enhance this program immensely!
Thank you to Kasper Architects and Auld and White Construction for working with us on this project.
Enjoy the pics!
#frankhpeterson #activateyourfuture #accelerateyourcareer #cte #careerteched #ffa #flffa #fhpffa #veterinarysciences #yourfutureisbright #youngprofessionals
Peterson People!
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Your child can also explore:
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· On-demand help for AP® classes, homework, and test prep
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We have a powerful tool for your use!
Give your high schooler the tools to excel. Whether they are tackling tough assignments, preparing for the SAT®, or writing a college essay, your student can access expert help anytime.
With AI-powered study tools and StarCourses led by real-world role models, learning becomes flexible, effective, and inspiring. From daily homework to
long-term college prep, everything your student needs is right at their fingertips.
The Live + AI™ Platform gives your high schooler access to the academic tools and tutoring they need to succeed—available 24/7, at no cost. From advanced math and science support to essay writing help, college admissions prep, and live or recorded classes, students can learn at their own pace, on their own time.
Your child can also explore:
· SAT®/ACT® prep and diagnostic testing
· College essay review and admissions resources
· Study aids, including flashcards and planners
· On-demand help for AP® classes, homework, and test prep
· StarCourses led by college professors, authors, and industry experts
Quick update!
Peterson now has a bus coming from Mandarin High School, bus #228, in the mornings.
We also now have 5 afternoon activity busses going to every area of Jacksonville. Students may only ride the activity bus when staying for an after school club or tutoring. Students are dismissed from clubs and tutoring at 4:45 PM, and busses are scheduled to depart by 5:00 PM.
Peterson now has a bus coming from Mandarin High School, bus #228, in the mornings.
We also now have 5 afternoon activity busses going to every area of Jacksonville. Students may only ride the activity bus when staying for an after school club or tutoring. Students are dismissed from clubs and tutoring at 4:45 PM, and busses are scheduled to depart by 5:00 PM.
An unforgettable adventure awaits your child in England & Scotland
Dear families,
We’re thrilled to share that we’re heading to England & Scotland in Summer 2026, and we’d love for your student to join us!
This is an incredible opportunity for students to explore new places, experience different cultures, and gain lifelong skills like independence and confidence. I’ll be sharing all the details, including what we’ll see and do, hands-on learning activities, academic opportunities, trip costs, and how to secure a spot at our informational meeting.
Meeting details:
📅 Date: August 28
🕒 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Wright Place @ Frank Peterson Academy of Tech
👉 RSVP here to join us: https://rsvp.eftours.com/udb2v77
We’ll also open enrollment during the meeting—spots are limited, and I would love to help you secure this experience for your child.
In the meantime, please visit EF’s website to get answers to common parent questions. EF Tours is our trusted travel partner, and they have 60 years of experience helping students explore the world safely and affordably.
I hope to see you there and look forward to sharing how this trip can be a powerful and unforgettable chapter in your child’s life!
Best,
Tiffany Abbott
Please note this is a non-school sponsored trip.
Dear families,
We’re thrilled to share that we’re heading to England & Scotland in Summer 2026, and we’d love for your student to join us!
This is an incredible opportunity for students to explore new places, experience different cultures, and gain lifelong skills like independence and confidence. I’ll be sharing all the details, including what we’ll see and do, hands-on learning activities, academic opportunities, trip costs, and how to secure a spot at our informational meeting.
Meeting details:
📅 Date: August 28
🕒 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Wright Place @ Frank Peterson Academy of Tech
👉 RSVP here to join us: https://rsvp.eftours.com/udb2v77
We’ll also open enrollment during the meeting—spots are limited, and I would love to help you secure this experience for your child.
In the meantime, please visit EF’s website to get answers to common parent questions. EF Tours is our trusted travel partner, and they have 60 years of experience helping students explore the world safely and affordably.
I hope to see you there and look forward to sharing how this trip can be a powerful and unforgettable chapter in your child’s life!
Best,
Tiffany Abbott
Please note this is a non-school sponsored trip.
Frank H. Peterson Families of SENIORS!
SAVE the DATE! First Senior Parent Meeting is September 4th at 6 PM in D406.
#fhpclassof2026 #frankhpeterson #seniors #senioryear #classof2026 #collegeandcareerready #cte #careerteched #youngprofessionals #industrycertified #iloveourstudents #iloveourschool
SAVE the DATE! First Senior Parent Meeting is September 4th at 6 PM in D406.
#fhpclassof2026 #frankhpeterson #seniors #senioryear #classof2026 #collegeandcareerready #cte #careerteched #youngprofessionals #industrycertified #iloveourstudents #iloveourschool
