BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL

Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School (BDCHS) is a public charter school located in Tampa, Florida, serving students in grades 9 through 12. Founded through a partnership between the DeBartolo family and the Pepin Academy, the school is known for its rigorous college-preparatory curriculum. It emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and a "collegiate" atmosphere designed to prepare students for the demands of higher education. Because it is a charter school, it operates with a focus on small class sizes and a specialized learning environment that encourages close interaction between students and faculty.

The school is particularly noted for its high academic standards and its commitment to the "Phoenix" spirit, which fosters a sense of community and school pride. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, BDCHS offers a variety of extracurricular activities, competitive athletics, and honors-level coursework, including dual enrollment opportunities. By balancing a structured, high-achieving academic program with an emphasis on personal integrity and community service, the school aims to produce well-rounded graduates who are ready to excel in university settings and beyond.