Solid Rock Florida is a pioneering educational and humanitarian organization based in Tarpon Springs, Florida. It brings together two powerful forces for change: Solid Rock Community School and the Sanctuary at Solid Rock. Together, they form a one-of-a-kind model where academics, compassion, and community engagement thrive in harmony.

Solid Rock Community School
Educating with Heart. Inspiring with Purpose.
Solid Rock Community School (SRCS) is a fully accredited, K–12 private school that blends rigorous academics with Compassionate-Humane Education—teaching students to lead with empathy, responsibility, and critical thinking.
At SRCS, we offer:

• Personalized education with small class sizes and flexible learning paths
• Integration of kindness, inclusion, and ethical decision-making across the curriculum
• A seed-to-table garden program and exclusive plant-based kitchen that promote health and environmentally sustainable food choices
• Health, wellness, fitness, and sports programs that support physical and emotional development.
• Creative and career-focused electives and workshops in the arts, sciences, technology, and more

SRCS is not just a school—it’s a movement to raise well-rounded, compassionate leaders for the future.
Learn more: solidrockcommunityschool.org

Sanctuary at Solid Rock
A Sanctuary for Animals. A Classroom for Compassion.
The Sanctuary at Solid Rock provides safe, lifelong refuge to animals rescued from neglect, abandonment, and crisis situations. It also serves as a powerful educational extension of the school, offering students hands-on opportunities to learn about animals, ethical care, and humane values.
At the sanctuary:

• Rescued animals—from lemurs and parrots to pigs, tortoises, and pigeons—receive individualized, enrichment-based care
• Students engage in real-world lessons through daily interactions and responsibilities
• Animal-assisted learning supports student growth in compassion, empathy, focus, and emotional regulation.
• The sanctuary is home to S.A.V.E. (Sanctuary for Animals and Veterinary Education)—a multi-year high school program preparing students for animal related careers in veterinary care, wildlife rehab, animal law, and more. 
• We host rescue partnerships, plant-based outreach events, and community education experiences that extend beyond the classroom

Learn more: sanctuaryatsolidrock.org

Community Engagement, Outreach, and Fundraisers
At Solid Rock Florida, community engagement, outreach, and fundraising are essential to our mission. These efforts allow us to extend the values taught in our classrooms and sanctuary into the broader community, while also building meaningful relationships, raising awareness, and generating the support needed to sustain and grow our programs.

• Solid Rock Eats – Our culinary program runs food truck events, school food functions, and elevated dinner experiences to introduce the public to delicious, ethical, and health-conscious food.
• Open Air Market at Solid Rock – A vibrant community market featuring local vendors, food demos, cooking classes, student-led booths, rescue organizations, art, music, and inspirational speakers.
• Animal Clinics – Offering free and reduced-cost services to support animal health and promote responsible care within the community.
• Special Events & Campaigns – Unique opportunities designed to connect, educate, and inspire—while raising essential support for our school, sanctuary, and outreach efforts.

Our Integrated Mission
At Solid Rock Florida, education transcends traditional academics. By integrating rigorous scholastic programs with Compassionate-Humane Education and environmental initiatives, we prepare students to become thoughtful, impactful leaders.
Our commitment to inclusivity, sustainability, and kindness ensures that every student is equipped not just for college or career, but for a life of purpose and positive contribution to the world.