RLS Tampa

The Tampa Summit weekend will be held from February 27 - March 1, 2026! We are excited for your cohort to gather for the first time since June! We will use this site to communicate information about the logistics for our immersion weekend in Tampa. Please feel free to email me at cgortner@nd.edu or contact me at (217) 390-3367 if you have questions leading up to or throughout the weekend.

OFFICIAL PROGRAM

You can find the official program linked here. The program includes a detailed agenda, as well as biographies for each speaker and participant. You will also receive a printed copy upon arrival.

TO DO BEFORE THE SUMMIT:

1. Complete Pre-Summit Readings

You can access the pre-summit readings here.

2. Join our "Group Me" Group Message

Details coming soon!

3. Dietary Restrictions

Please let me know if there are any updates to your dietary restrictions/preferences since our gathering in Tampa. 

LOGISTICS

1. Travel

En Route to the Summit:

• For those of you flying into Tampa: We will arrange for a member of our team to pick you up from the airport when you arrive and drop you off in time for your departure. That person will be in touch to arrange pick-up times and locations upon your arrival. If you haven't done so yet, please share your flight itinerary with me via email. 

• For those of you who will be driving to Tampa: You should plan to arrive at the Bethany Center in Lutz, Florida between 3-4:30 PM to check in Our first session will begin at 5 PM. We will share information about reimbursement when you arrive. Parking is available on-site at the Bethany Center. 

• During the Summit: We will be at the Bethany Center on Friday evening and throughout the day on Saturday. On Sunday morning, we will depart the Bethany Center for a school visit at Cristo Rey Tampa and a lunch at Maggiano's Little Italy. Rides will be available to the airport on Sunday after lunch. If you have a later departure time and wish to explore Tampa, you will be responsible for arranging your own transportation to the airport.

2. Accommodations

The accommodations at the Bethany Center are quite comfortable. "Each cottage room has a private bathroom. On the first floor of each of the six cottages is a well-equipped gathering room that offers a relaxing and informal place to gather with others. Wrap around porches, rocking chairs, and sunset views are yours to enjoy just outside the door of your room." Read more about the accommodations on the Bethany Center website. 

3. Meals & Transportation

All sessions and meals on Friday and Saturday will be provided at the Bethany Center. On Sunday, we will visit Cristo Rey Tampa and have lunch at Maggiano's. Our team members will take care of transportation between the Bethany Center, the school, and the airport on Sunday. 

4. Attire

The attire for the weekend is business casual/casual. It is shaping up to be a beautiful weekend in Tampa. The temperature will range from the low 80s in the day to the high 50s at night with no rain in the forecast. 

5. Wi-Fi

The Bethany Center wifi password is 0000011111. 

6. Packing

We'll ask at least one member from each PLC to bring a laptop. You'll use this laptop during the Capstone Project introduction.