PHSC Shines During 50th Anniversary Year
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PHSC ’ s 50th Anniversary — celebrated throughout the 2022-2023 academic year — drew attention to the College ’ s campuses , our many academic and workforce programs and five decades of service to the district . A free community celebration was held at each of the College ’ s six locations , a mini documentary was produced on the College ’ s colorful history , the # ItTakesUs speaker series was expanded and PHSC history murals and displays were installed at each campus . Volunteers also collected memorabilia to be sealed in a time capsule to be opened during the College ’ s 75th Anniversary celebration in 2047 .
The 50th Anniversary Celebration at the East Campus recognized Hispanic Heritage month with Hispanic food , music and salsa dancing lessons .
The opportunities provided to district students and the College ’ s considerable impact on the region ’ s economic development were recognized in a letter of congratulations by Gov . Ron DeSantis and proclamations provided by the Pasco and Hernando County School Districts , Pasco and Hernando County Commissioners and Rep . Randy Maggard .
To the many volunteers who helped organize events and to everyone who attended our celebrations , thank you for helping PHSC shine throughout our 50th Anniversary year .
Balloons and face painting were among popular attractions at anniversary events .
Before being transferred to an operator , callers to PHSC ’ s Information Center are greeted with messages recorded by employees and students . Here Misty Price , Ph . D ., Faculty Senate Chair , records a greeting . This 50th Anniversary initiative is now among PHSC ’ s newest traditions .
Hernando Schools honored PHSC with a 50th Anniversary proclamation . In turn , Trustee John Mitten , PHSC President Dr . Beard and PHSC administrators presented a 50th Anniversary poster to Superintendent John Stratton and the school board .
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