Youth Topics

9-1-1 Emergency Response – Public Safety Services - When should you call 9-1-1? What is considered an emergency? Can Pinellas County find you if you call 9-1-1 from a cellular phone? What happens when you call 9-1-1 in Pinellas County with a fire, police or medical emergency? What is VoIP and how does it affect 9-1-1? Find out how Pinellas County's 9-1-1 system works and how this department is using the latest technology to bring you help when you need it. Recommended audience: Elementary School - Adults

All About Animal Services - Animal Services - Learn what to do with pets in the event of a disaster or emergency. Learn about the organization, missions, responsibilities and services provided by your County Animal Services Department. Take a look at social issues concerning animals in our communities and how they affect our neighborhoods and citizens. Recommended audience: All ages

Ambulance Demonstration - Public Safety Services - We'll come to your location and put a Sunstar ambulance on display, explain its equipment and acquaint audiences with its day-to-day operation. Recommended audience: Elementary School  – Adults

Avoiding Dog Bites - Animal Services - This is a 90-minute dual presentation. The presentation begins with a videotape by the American Veterinary Medical Association relative to dog bite prevention. Recommended audience: All ages

Becoming Storm Savvy – Communications - While we are still in the hurricane preseason now is an excellent time to learn how you can prepare yourself to prevent panic if we are affected by a storm. From learning how to put together a survival kit without busting your budget to planning ahead for evacuations, tips are offered for everyone. Recommended audience: All ages

Bite Prevention - Animal Services - This is an easily understood presentation of eleven specific points that can reduce dog bite numbers if followed. Additionally, dog bite statistics are presented so that attendees can understand the gravity of the problem on a nationwide basis. Recommended audience: All ages

Busting Hurricane Myths – Communications - Learn the dangers of some commonly held beliefs when hurricanes approach. Not only will you hear the truth, you may also learn some live-saving techniques should our area get hit by a big storm. Recommended audience: All ages

Canine Communication - Animal Services - This civilian-friendly presentation covers various aspects of canine body language and facial expressions. Our hope is that if attendees assimilate some of the information presented, it may help reduce the number of dog attacks/bites or less than favorable encounters with dogs. Recommended audience: All ages

Coyotes 101 – Animal Services - An introduction to coyotes in Pinellas County - 18 slides (1 hour). Recommended audience: All ages

Does it Take a Category 5? – Communications - Everyone in Florida worries about the next ‘big one.’ But does a hurricane have to be a monster to do major damage? See what damage storms of all Saffir-Simpson categories are able to do. Recommended audience: All ages

Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail –Parks and Recreation/Planning – The Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail is a unique 34-mile linear county park. Park rangers who patrol the Trail are available for presentations. Topics range from bicycle safety, Pinellas Trail history, safety and security, and Trail construction updates. Recommended audience: All ages

Hazardous Materials Response - Public Safety Services – Paint processors, pool stores, seafood packing houses, circuit board manufacturers and other Pinellas County businesses all use vast quantities of hazardous materials. When accidents happen and dangerous chemicals spill, leak or otherwise get into the environment, the Pinellas County HAZMAT team is called into action. Hear how the team responds in this exciting presentation. Recommended audience: Elementary School – Adults

Heritage Village, Pinellas County's Historical Home - Heritage Village - Located in Largo, Heritage Village contains 27 historical structures and a museum on 21 beautiful acres. Explore the history of the Village, from its beginning as a museum in the basement of the Old County Courthouse, to the present, and get a glimpse of the future. Recommended audience: High School - Adults

Homelessness in Pinellas - Health and Human Services - You'll hear about the causes of homelessness, who the homeless are, and what the county and various nonprofit agencies are doing to address this largely invisible problem. Recommended Audience:  High school and adults

Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-housing Program (HPRP) - Health and Human Services-Offers short-term financial help and services to persons who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless. Learn about this new program that is federally-funded thru the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Recommended Audience:  High school and adults

Hurricane 101 - Communications - What is a hurricane? How do they form? What are their effects? Get the basics on these dangerous tropical storms. Recommended audience: All ages

Let's Talk Mosquitoes – Public Works - Learn what Pinellas County is doing to control our mosquito population and what you can do around your home to help. The program touches on the causes of too many mosquitoes, controlling mosquitoes, mosquito biology and mosquito-borne illnesses. Recommended audience: Elementary  School – Adults

Mobile Medical Unit – Health and Human Services – The Mobile Medical Van provides outreach medical care to homeless persons living in Pinellas County. Learn about how these services are provided and how this service benefits our community. Recommended Audience:  Presentation can be tailored for all ages: elementary, middle, high school and adults.

No Such Place as Away – Utilities/Solid Waste – Ever wonder what happens to your garbage when you throw it away? This presentation covers Pinellas County’s integrated solid waste management system; including waste-to-energy, sanitary landfills, recycling programs, and the household electronics and chemical collection center (HEC3). Audiences are encouraged to take responsibility by reducing, reusing, and recycling their wastes and “closing the loop” by shopping for items made with post-consumer recycled content. Video (DVD) optional. Recommended audience: Elementary School -  Adults

Pinellas County Extension & Florida Botanical Gardens
The Florida Botanical Gardens is a public garden and part of the Pinewood Cultural Park, also home to Pinellas County Extension and Heritage Village.

Pinellas County Extension, as a part of the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, exists to provide research-based knowledge and educational programs enabling people to make informed decisions to improve their quality of life.

NOTE: Programs are designed for one-hour at a cost of $50.00 per program.
Recommended audience: Programs can be tailored to accommodate youth and adult audiences. 

Topics come from our two program areas, Sustainable Living and Natural Resources.

Sustainable Living Topics
Green Living                                    
Solar Energy
Healthy Home                                  
Saving Money by Going Green
Green Products and Purchasing           
An Introduction to Climate Change
Personal Finance                              
Nutrition Basics
Family Matters                                
Youth Development
Green Office       
Small Steps to Health and Wealth
Making Healthy and Sustainable Food Choices
Energy-Efficient Home Lighting Strategies

Natural Resource Topics
Florida-Friendly Landscaping              
Rain Harvesting
Insects, Good and Bad                  
Butterfly Gardening
Small Trees for Small Spaces              
Gardening With Native Plants

Pinellas County Parks - Parks and Recreation - Discover the natural beauty of Pinellas County's internationally known, award-winning parks and what they have to offer. Recommended audience: All ages

Pinellas County Public Safety Trunked Radio and Data System – Public Safety Services/Radio and Systems -  The Pinellas County Public Safety/800 MHZ Radio and Data System employs state-of-the-art technology and equipment and provides communications for all public safety agencies in Pinellas County. The system consists of ten operational sites interconnected by a digital microwave system, providing countywide coverage using hand-held radios. Learn how this system benefits all Pinellas County residents. Recommended audience:  Please specify the age of the audience as the presentation can be tailored to any age group.  

Preparing for a Job Interview - Human Resources - You may have the skills and experience needed to land a good job, but how do you come across in the interview? This presentation will give job-seekers tips for making a good first impression during that all important interview process. Recommended audience: 11th-12th Grades – Adults

Preparing Your Pets – Animal Services - Remember that Fluffy and Fido need to be planned for as well. Learn some common-sense tips on how to prepare your pet for hurricane season. Recommended audience: All ages

Rabies Investigation and Control - Animal Services - You're on the case to see how rabies in Pinellas County is controlled. Also, you'll hear how rabies affects animal behavior and how to avoid being bitten. Recommended audience: All ages

Reclaimed Water - Utilities/Reclaimed Water - What do the terms “reclaimed water” and “effluent” really mean? Hear how the future of Pinellas County's water supply rests with reclaimed water and how neighborhoods remain green with this new resource. Learn about the process of treating wastewater and what you can do to help. Recommended audience: Middle School -  Adults

Social Action Funding Program - Health and Human Services - The Department of Health and Human Services distributes funds, through a grant application process, to not-for-profit community social service agencies that address a variety of local needs. Learn more about this process and how you may participate. Recommended Audience:  High school and adults

Success Training and Retention Services (STARS) - Health and Human Services - STARS is an employment readiness program. Through interactive examples; groups will be shown how the comprehensive 20-day workshop eliminates negative behaviors that inhibit success by improving attitudes, thereby enhancing the overall quality of life for the client and their families. Learn how to refer clients and how our two-year commitment to our clients benefits everyone. Recommended Audience:  High school and adults

The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) System - Public Safety Services - For every 9-1-1 medical emergency that occurs in the county, Pinellas County EMS sends both a fire rescue vehicle and a Sunstar paramedic ambulance. Find out how our all-paramedic, advanced life support EMS system is helping to save lives with advanced training and cutting edge technology. Recommended audience: High School - Adults

The Pinellas Pet Education Partnership - Animal Services - Various humane agencies and individuals have come together to form the Pinellas Pet Education Partnership. Learn what this organization is doing to promote responsible pet ownership and the well-being of domestic animals in our community. Recommended audience: All ages

The Role of the Clerk – Clerk of the Circuit Court - Learn about the present-day role of the Clerk and the departments and services within the Clerk’s Office. The presentation identifies customer service improvements incorporated to ensure the Clerk’s Office provides excellent customer service with commitment to work and compassion for others. Recommended audience: 6th Grade – Adults

Tips for Getting the Job You Want - Human Resources - Learn hints, tips and suggestions for applying and interviewing for jobs. (1 hour or 2 hours, choice of presentation length) Recommended audience: 11th-12th Grades - Adults

What’s All This About Water? – Utilities/Water – Invite a water quality expert to your next meeting to acquaint you with an overview of the basics concerning our regional drinking water supply: where it comes from, water treatment and analysis, discussion about water quality, and how we maintain & protect this valuable resource. You will also learn about successful water conservation techniques as well as programs administered by Pinellas County Utilities that make this one of the lowest per capita water usage communities in the nation. Recommended audience: This presentation is available in adult and kid-friendly versions.

Young Consumers Beware! - Justice and Consumer Services – Young people are making up an even larger portion of the consuming public than ever before – and many scams are directed expressly toward them. Discover these scams and how to protect yourself. Recommended audience: Middle School - Adults

To request a speaker, either fill out the online form, or phone the Pinellas County Communications Department at 453-3051. Please give three weeks notice to fill your request.