Parramore

Resources

Rosen Parramore PS8 Preschool

Rosen Parramore PS8 Foundation, Inc. is a publicly-funded nonprofit program that supports the preschool classrooms at Orange County Public School Academic Center for Excellence in the Parramore neighborhood. This free program serves students living in the Parramore neighborhood that are zoned for The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE).

Director: Jennifer Cronk
Address: 701 W Livingston Street, Orlando, FL 32805
Phone Number: (407) 250-6202

Academic Center for Excellence

The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE), located at 701 W Livingston Street in downtown Orlando, proudly serves as a Community Partnership School in the historic Parramore neighborhood. Rooted in unity, resilience, and a shared commitment to student achievement, ACE embraces excellence not just as a goal—but as a daily standard.

Guided by Principal Natasha Pender, ACE supports students from VPK through 8th grade, fostering a nurturing and academically rigorous environment. The school’s mission centers on maintaining high expectations for every learner while continuously enriching the educational experience. In collaboration with families and community partners, ACE empowers students through strong academics, essential life skills, and diverse opportunities to discover and develop their potential.

Its passionate educators are dedicated to cultivating a love of learning and driving academic success—making ACE a cornerstone of educational excellence in Parramore.

OCPS Academic Center For Excellence – Home

Mr Rosen Sitting with Kids at Parramore

Jones High School College & Career Resources

Jones High School (JHS), located at 801 S. Rio Grande Avenue, Orlando, FL 32805, serves students in grades 9 through 12. Led by Principal Orlando Norwood, JHS is committed to creating a school environment where every student feels valued, supported, and safe, fostering both academic achievement and positive daily experiences.
The school’s success is built on strong collaboration among families, educators, support staff, community partners, and administrators, all working together to support students’ academic, social, and emotional development.

Rosen Scholars Support

Djuna Poole serves as the Rosen Scholars Scholarship Coordinator, supporting students throughout their high school journey. For any questions related to the Rosen Scholarship, she is the primary point of contact.

College and Career Center

College and Career Specialist: Tamia Felder
Jones High – College and Career Center

Parramore Kidz Zone

Parramore Kidz Zone (PKZ), launched by Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer as the city’s first Kidz Zone initiative, has been dedicated for over a decade to enhancing the lives of children in Orlando’s most economically challenged neighborhood. Each year, the City of Orlando invests approximately $2.5 million into a network of partner programs throughout Parramore. These efforts focus on:

  • Expanding access to high-quality early childhood education
  • Strengthening parenting skills
  • Reducing economic hardship among families
  • Promoting physical health and wellness
  • Supporting academic achievement from elementary through high school
  • Increasing college enrollment and completion rates
  • Guiding older youth away from risky behaviors and toward positive life outcomes

PKZ services include, but are not limited to:

Academic Support for Parramore Youth

  • PKZ Baby Institute
  • Rosen Preschool
  • City of Orlando Student Advocates

Health and Wellness Services

  • Orange Blossom Family Health
  • City of Orlando Recreation Division

Youth Development and Out-of-School Programs

  • John H. Jackson & Dr. J.B. Callahan Neighborhood Centers
  • New Image Youth Center

Intervention and Prevention Resources

  • Socio-emotional support
  • Community-based support services
  • Parramore Kidz Zone – City of Orlando

Levy-Hughes Boys & Girls Club

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida provide a safe, nurturing environment for youth and teens ages 6 to 18, serving some of the region’s most underserved neighborhoods. Open every day after school and throughout the summer, the Clubs offer enriching experiences at little or no cost to families.
Grounded in the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive—regardless of income or life circumstance—the Clubs focus on helping young people succeed academically, become responsible citizens, and lead healthy, fulfilling lives. Across 39 Club locations, children gain the confidence and support they need to make positive choices, avoid risky behaviors, and build a foundation for a successful future.

Parramore Club Location
Address: 701 W Livingston Street, Orlando, FL 32805
Service Director: Tasha Robinson-Banks
Email: trobinson-banks@bgccf.org
Phone: (407) 250-6225

Orange Blossom Family Health

Orange Blossom Family Health’s (OBFH) mission is to ensure that you and your family receive the highest quality health care services to achieve optimal wellness. They are committed to providing you an exceptional health care experience that surpasses your expectation every time. Their healthcare is personalized for each unique patient, delivered by highly skilled health care professionals, in a warm and friendly environment. They are conveniently located throughout Orange and Osceola Counties. Please continue to visit their website or stop by any of their health center locations. Orange Blossom Family Health, where they are there to care for you!

Services offered include, but are not limited to:

  • Medical Services
  • Behavioral Health
  • Dental
  • Pediatrics
  • Pharmacy
  • HIV Services
  • Orange Blossom Family Health | Health Care Services