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Support Morning Star School’s guardian angel program

With the cost of therapies, medications and school-related expenses increasing, there is an ongoing need to help our families with Tuition and Extended Day Program expenses. We also updated our Wishlist. Check out the new list on the Giving page - Invest in Children.

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Playground revive-a-thon

We are announcing our "Playground Revive-A-Thon: Bring Back the Fun" summer fundraising campaign. Please help us re-mulch our two playgrounds and repair some playground equipment before the new school year begins. The kids and teachers will be thrilled by your support! We have rasied 1,299.51 of $4,000.00 we need. Press on the button below to learn more and to make a donation! Thank You!

ATTENTION
PROSPECTIVE FAMILIES for an admissions update!

Open House for the 2025-2026 school year is being held on Wednesday, November 13th at 10:00 am. Please RSVP by calling the office at 813-935-0232. We hope to share with you the wonderful program we have at Morning Star Tampa, a school for students who learn differently!

OUR sTORY

Morning Star School in Tampa was founded in 1958, with the express purpose of serving students with special needs. We have been welcoming elementary and junior high school students from all faiths and backgrounds for 65 years. Morning Star is the mission of the Diocese of St. Petersburg where students receive a faith-based education and personalized learning experience.

WHY MORNING STAR SCHOOL?

Special Educators who understand that each child learns differently

Small classes of 10-12 students who receive the individualized attention that they need

A caring and faith-based learning environment where each child is valued and their uniqueness is celebrated

A school with 60 years of special education experience!