Hillsborough County Public Schools -

For Immediate Release 

Contact: Tanya Arja or Debra Bellanti
Hillsborough County Public Schools
Office of Communications
813-272-4060

Tampa, Fl. (May 7, 2024) – On Tuesday night, the Hillsborough County School Board approved the transition of Apollo Beach Elementary School to a K-8 school, expanding educational opportunities for the local community.

This transition will occur over three years, with the addition of one grade level each academic year:

• 6th grade in 2024-25.

• 7th grade added in 2025-26.

• 8th grade in 2026-27.

"We listened to our families and are thrilled to transition Apollo Beach Elementary to a K-8 school, providing families with a seamless and comprehensive educational experience right in their local community,” said Van Ayres, Hillsborough County Public Schools Superintendent. “By expanding grade levels and enhancing our facilities, we are confident that Apollo Beach will continue to provide an excellent educational environment for years to come."

Details of the Transition:

• There will be no additional changes to the school boundaries.

• Each grade level (6th, 7th, and 8th) will be capped at one hundred students.

• Modular classrooms will be added to the campus over the summer.