Lightbridge Academy of Westchase

At Lightbridge Academy, your child will thrive in a safe, loving environment where learning is fun and every moment is an opportunity to grow. With our Circle of Care philosophy, we support not just your child, but your whole family. From our innovative Seedlings Curriculum to real‑time parent connection tools, Lightbridge is truly The Solution for Working Families®. What Makes Lightbridge Academy Unique - Circle of Care Philosophy: Focuses not only on children, but also on parents, teachers, and the community — creating a supportive network around every child. - Seedlings Curriculum: A proprietary early childhood education program that balances play with structured learning, tailored to each developmental stage. - ParentView® Internet Monitoring: Exclusive technology that allows parents to securely check in on their child throughout the day. - Lightbridge Journey App: Real‑time communication tool that keeps families connected with updates, photos, and classroom activities. - State‑of‑the‑Art Facilities: Enhanced security, interactive whiteboards, and modern classrooms designed to inspire learning. - Extended Day Programs: Flexible schedules for working families, including infant care, toddler programs, preschool, and summer camps. - Founded on Family Values: Established in 1997, Lightbridge has grown to nearly 100 centers nationwide, built on the vision of Guy and Julia Falzarano to support working families.

Tampa

Hillsborough County

Tiffany Razzano

Tampa Bay Area

Florida

At Lightbridge Academy, your child will thrive in a safe, loving environment where learning is fun and every moment is an opportunity to grow. With...

A woman attempting to walk across Alt. U.S. 19 in Palm Harbor is in critical condition after being struck late Saturday night, authorities report. Amanda Chakos, 28, of New Middletown, OH, was just north of Alderman Road and was crossing in the the westbound direction when she walked into the path of a 2012 Honda Pilot traveling southbound around 11:53 p.m. on April 27. Chakos was not in a crosswalk, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The impact threw Chakos into another pedestrian, Lori Baker, who was also injured. Chakos was airlifted to St. Joseph's Hospital in critical condition. Baker, 41, of Tarpon Springs was transported to Helen Ellis Memorial Hospital in stable condition. The driver of the vehicle, Equbal Kalani, 53, of Dunedin, was not injured. Kalani's Honda Pilot sustained $2,500 in damages, reports indicate.  The investigation is ongoing. <ul> <li>Subscribe to the Palm Harbor Patch newsletter to have local news delivered to your email each day. <a href="https://palmharbor.patch.com/newsletter" rel="nofollow">Sign up here.</a></li> </ul>

A woman attempting to walk across Alt. U.S. 19 in Palm Harbor is in critical condition after being struck late Saturday night, authorities report.

Amanda Chakos, 28, of New Middletown, OH, was just north of Alderman Road and was crossing in the the westbound direction when she walked into the path of a 2012 Honda Pilot traveling southbound around 11:53 p.m. on April 27. Chakos was not in a crosswalk, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The impact threw Chakos into another pedestrian, Lori Baker, who was also injured.

Chakos was airlifted to St. Joseph's Hospital in critical condition. Baker, 41, of Tarpon Springs was transported to Helen Ellis Memorial Hospital in stable condition. The driver of the vehicle, Equbal Kalani, 53, of Dunedin, was not injured. Kalani's Honda Pilot sustained $2,500 in damages, reports indicate.

The investigation is ongoing. <ul> <li>Subscribe to the Palm Harbor Patch newsletter to have local news delivered to your email each day. <a href="https://palmharbor.patch.com/newsletter" rel="nofollow">Sign up here.</a></li> </ul>

Pinellas County

Palm Harbor

Amanda Chakos, 28, is in critical condition after she was struck while trying to cross Alt. U.S. 19 in Palm Harbor late Saturday. Chakos was thrown into a second pedestrian, who was also injured, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.