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...

This story was reported and written by Patch Associate Regional Editor Sherri Lonon. North Pinellas County residents out and about in the early evening hours of July 8 might have noticed a strange cloud formation in the sky just after 6 p.m."We have confirmed a waterspout," said National Weather Service meteorologist Rodney Wynn of the cloud that was captured on film by Westchase Patch reader Casey Craig. The cloud was seen in the Westchase, Oldsmar and Dunedin areas, Wynn added.Westchase Patch Field Editor Nicole Hutcheson was shopping in the Publix plaza when she, too, spotted the cloud. Hutcheson reports the funnel turned a lot of heads.Wynn confirmed that."We've had a lot of calls," he said about the cloud. No damage has been reported as of yet, he added.For more information about waterspouts, visit the <a href="http://oceanservice.noaa.gov/facts/waterspout.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's website.</a>Did you see the waterspout? Tell us about it by commenting below or posting your photos on our boards! <figure><iframe src width="460" height="600" data-src="http://patch-field.s3.amazonaws.com/widget-maker/0d0230662b18f7b29ec5054be9dec57f.html"></iframe></figure>

This story was reported and written by Patch Associate Regional Editor Sherri Lonon.

North Pinellas County residents out and about in the early evening hours of July 8 might have noticed a strange cloud formation in the sky just after 6 p.m.“We have confirmed a waterspout,” said National Weather Service meteorologist Rodney Wynn of the cloud that was captured on film by Westchase Patch reader Casey Craig. The cloud was seen in the Westchase, Oldsmar and Dunedin areas, Wynn added.

Westchase Patch Field Editor Nicole Hutcheson was shopping in the Publix plaza when she, too, spotted the cloud. Hutcheson reports the funnel turned a lot of heads.Wynn confirmed that.

“We’ve had a lot of calls,” he said about the cloud. No damage has been reported as of yet, he added.For more information about waterspouts, visit the <a href="http://oceanservice.noaa.gov/facts/waterspout.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's website.</a>

Did you see the waterspout? Tell us about it by commenting below or posting your photos on our boards! <figure><iframe src width="460" height="600" data-src="http://patch-field.s3.amazonaws.com/widget-maker/0d0230662b18f7b29ec5054be9dec57f.html"></iframe></figure>

Pinellas County

Palm Harbor

The National Weather Service's Ruskin office says a waterspout moved through the Westchase, Oldsmar and Dunedin areas early in the evening July 8.