SPORTS LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT ACADEMY (TAMPA)

SPORTS LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT ACADEMY (TAMPA) is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the HILLSBOROUGH school district, located in TAMPA, FL with about 382 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, SPORTS LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT ACADEMY (TAMPA) has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Sports Leadership and Management Academy (SLAM) in Tampa is a specialized charter school located at 7116 Gunn Highway, operating within the Hillsborough County Public Schools district. The academy is designed to offer a unique educational environment that integrates core academic curriculum with a focus on sports-related career paths. By leveraging a partnership with industry professionals and organizations, the school aims to provide students with practical insights into the sports management, media, and athletic industries while ensuring they meet rigorous state educational standards.

The school is structured to foster both professional development and academic achievement, catering to students who have a specific interest in the business and operational sides of athletics. In addition to traditional coursework, the academy emphasizes leadership skills, teamwork, and career readiness. By combining high-quality instruction with specialized extracurricular opportunities, SLAM Tampa seeks to prepare its students for higher education and professional success in a variety of fields, both within and beyond the global sports market.

For more information, contact SPORTS LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT ACADEMY (TAMPA) at (813) 920-8802 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.