🎓 The Magnet and School Choice Application Window is Now Open!
Explore 80+ award-winning programs designed to spark curiosity and inspire every student’s future — from Engineering and Medical to Performing Arts, IB, Architecture, Montessori, and more!
✨ The application window closes December 7 at 11:59 p.m. Learn more — attend a Regional Magnet Expo or call the school of choice to schedule a school tour.
👉 More Opportunities Start Here! Apply at bit.ly/4nrl54k
Information and assistance will be available in both English and Spanish.
— When: Tuesday, December 9, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
— Where: Belmont Elementary School, 14150 Gate Dancer Road, Sun City Center, Florida 33573
To pre-register for the event, please visit https://forms.gle/1h4xnksfGaCaub24A.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Enjoy your time off! We wish everyone a happy and safe break.
🎉🎁 This is Ms. Elle... And Tuesday was her 83rd birthday!
Ms. Elle and her husband are crossing guards at MacFarlane Park Elementary Magnet!
They never miss a day helping students safely cross MacDill Avenue.
Thank you, Ms. Elle (and to your hubby!) and Happy Birthday! 🎉
Coach Lucas, an educator at Ferrell Girls Preparatory Academy, was recently at Best Buy where she filled out a survey while leaving the store.
Then THIS happened! She was notified that Intel and Best Buy were awarding Ferrell Girls Prep with $10,000!
Principal Eric Turner says Ferrell plans to use the money to provide resources for the Physical Education program and to build the staff a Wellness Room at the school!
We have the most amazing staff, who are always thinking about how to make their schools even better!
🎈 Lincoln Elementary Magnet School held its Kindergarten Balloon Showcase and Parade, where 5th grade students helped kindergarteners design and decorate balloons inspired by aThanksgiving Day Parade. They showed off their creations to families and then paraded through the school to celebrate this fun tradition. 🎈🎈
🗓️ The application window closes December 7 at 11:59 P.M.
➡️ Learn more and apply: www.hillsboroughschools.org/magnet
Showing up to school every day is essential for student success. This poster contest reminded our students that #EveryDayMatters, and that being in school regularly can make a big difference in their growth and learning.
Join us on Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Spoto High School (8538 Eagle Palm Dr., Riverview) for the Regional Magnet Expo!
This is the final regional event of the season before the Magnet Programs & School Choice application window closes on Sunday, December 7! Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with 27 participating schools, explore their programs, and get the guidance you need before submitting your applications.
🎓✨ Discover unique magnet programs, meet your future educators, and find the perfect fit for your student. Explore exciting learning opportunities and get helpful application tips.
✨ See which schools are participating: https://www.hillsboroughschools.org/o/hcps/page/magnet-expo3
This year’s Destination FAMU event marked our fifth year, with more than 300 students from 18 high schools participating. FAMU has awarded millions in scholarships to HCPS graduates over the years, and events like this continue to inspire future leaders and expand access to post-secondary pathways.
The next one will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 2, at Steinbrenner High School.
For a full list of dates, locations, and more information, visit hillsboroughschools.org/page/fafsa-nights.
The next one will take place on Thursday, Nov. 20, at Lennard and Sumner High Schools.
For a full list of dates, locations, and more information, visit hillsboroughschools.org/page/fafsa-nights.
During tonight’s reorganization meeting, Member Karen Perez was selected as board chair, and Member Nadia Combs was selected as vice chair.
We look forward to their continued dedication, vision, and commitment to supporting the success of all HCPS students.
Thank you to Brandon High School's Drum line for the outstanding performance before today's board meeting! 🥁
College & Career Nights en Español – Nov. 19
📍 Riverview High School Library | 6–8 p.m.
ATTN: SPANISH-SPEAKING JUNIORS AND SENIORS ACROSS HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY!
Join us for an evening fully in Spanish to help students plan their future. Learn about graduation requirements, college and technical programs, military options, scholarships, financial aid, and career pathways.
📞 More info: (813) 273-7346
¡Únete a nuestra última Noche de Universidades y Carreras en Español de 2025!
Estudiantes de preparatoria de junior y senior y sus familias de todo el Condado de Hillsborough: ¡están invitados a nuestra Noche de Universidades y Carreras en Español en Riverview High School!
Este evento se llevará a cabo completamente en español, ofreciendo a las familias información valiosa y apoyo personalizado.
📍 Riverview High School
En la biblioteca de la escuela
📅 19 de noviembre
⏰ 6–8 p.m.
¡Planea tu futuro con nosotros! Aprende sobre:
• Requisitos de graduación
• Opciones de universidades y escuelas técnicas
• Oportunidades militares
• Becas y ayuda financiera
• Caminos profesionales
Si tienes alguna pregunta, llama al (813) 273-7346.
Este evento está abierto a todos los estudiantes de junior y senior del Condado de Hillsborough—¡no pierdas esta oportunidad de dar el siguiente paso en tu camino académico y profesional!
THE EXPLORERS AND SCIENTISTS OF TOMORROW 🚀🔭 Congratulations to the students inducted into Stewart Middle Magnet School's John Glenn Top Gun Academy, the school’s honor society for Aerospace and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics).
During the ceremony, students learned about local aviation history, created postcards which will be sent to space, and met retired astronaut Nicole Stott and Blue Origin Engineer Caesar Chukrallah. 🌌
Armwood rolled to a 43–0 win over Melbourne, while Tampa Bay Tech secured a 47–6 victory against Sebring. Sumner, Gaither, and Jefferson will join Armwood and TBT in next Friday night’s region semifinals. 🏈🔥
The Hillsborough Council of Teachers of Mathematics (HCTM) held the annual Math Bowl this week! Students from Grades 3 through 5 participated in the competition, working in teams to solve eight math questions. 📝🏆
