Two of our outstanding school leaders have been recognized among the state’s best! 🎉
Lipi Datta-Reid, principal of Woodson K–8 School, and Dina Langston, principal of Armwood High School, have been named recipients of the 2025–26 Principal Leadership Awards by Florida TaxWatch.
Each year, this prestigious award is given to 15 principals across Florida who are making a transformational impact on student achievement while building strong school cultures and supporting their school communities.
As part of the recognition, each principal also selected a student from their school to receive an Academic A+ Challenge Match Scholarship, sponsored by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation: Nicolas Stamatopoulos from Woodson K–8 School and Isaac Bernadin from Armwood High School.
Congratulations to these incredible leaders and students for representing HCPS with excellence!
Lipi Datta-Reid, principal of Woodson K–8 School, and Dina Langston, principal of Armwood High School, have been named recipients of the 2025–26 Principal Leadership Awards by Florida TaxWatch.
Each year, this prestigious award is given to 15 principals across Florida who are making a transformational impact on student achievement while building strong school cultures and supporting their school communities.
As part of the recognition, each principal also selected a student from their school to receive an Academic A+ Challenge Match Scholarship, sponsored by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation: Nicolas Stamatopoulos from Woodson K–8 School and Isaac Bernadin from Armwood High School.
Congratulations to these incredible leaders and students for representing HCPS with excellence!
🔥🍔 Voodoo Challenge in full swing!
High school culinary students from across the district brought the heat to the kitchen at the Voodoo Underground Competition hosted at Erwin Technical College. From bold flavors to creative plating under pressure, these young chefs showcased impressive talent, teamwork, and technical skill. 👨🍳✨
Congratulations to the finalists from Chamberlain High School and Spoto High School, who will compete on March 12th for the chance to win a culinary scholarship to Erwin Technical College! 🎉🏆
The energy was high, the competition was fierce, and the future of culinary arts is bright!
High school culinary students from across the district brought the heat to the kitchen at the Voodoo Underground Competition hosted at Erwin Technical College. From bold flavors to creative plating under pressure, these young chefs showcased impressive talent, teamwork, and technical skill. 👨🍳✨
Congratulations to the finalists from Chamberlain High School and Spoto High School, who will compete on March 12th for the chance to win a culinary scholarship to Erwin Technical College! 🎉🏆
The energy was high, the competition was fierce, and the future of culinary arts is bright!
LEAVING A LEGACY! Tampa Bay Technical High School hosted the 2026 Black History Month Congressional Record Statements. Staff, students, and community partners gathered at the school's auditorium to recognize five honorees who've made an everlasting impact in our community: Gwendolyn Henderson, Marvin Knight, Candy Lowe, and the Florida State Bulletin.
The congressional statements, presented by U.S. Representative Kathy Castor, will live on at the U.S. Library of Congress. 🇺🇸
The congressional statements, presented by U.S. Representative Kathy Castor, will live on at the U.S. Library of Congress. 🇺🇸
CELEBRATING YOUNG LEADERS! 🦸♂️🦸♀️ Muller Elementary Magnet School held its annual Leadership Day! Now in its eighth year, the event recognizes students for their academic achievement and the importance of leadership in and out of the classroom.
The celebration featured a school tour for guests, followed by student performances and a family picnic!
The celebration featured a school tour for guests, followed by student performances and a family picnic!
Congratulations to Schwarzkopf Elementary School 4th grader, Elizabeth Grim, for winning the Black History Month essay contest for the entire state of Florida!
Students in 4th through 12th grade were invited to submit essays based on this year’s theme, “Celebrating Black History”. Elizabeth’s essay beat out all other 4th graders in the state!
Elizabeth will receive a two-year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation and a $200 gift card for school supplies.
Congratulations Elizabeth!
Students in 4th through 12th grade were invited to submit essays based on this year’s theme, “Celebrating Black History”. Elizabeth’s essay beat out all other 4th graders in the state!
Elizabeth will receive a two-year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation and a $200 gift card for school supplies.
Congratulations Elizabeth!
Congratulations once again to Robinson High School seniors Sharan Santharam Srinivasan, Ammar Omar, and Sujay Korada on being named the 2025 Congressional App Challenge District 14 winners by U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor! 👏📱
The congresswoman stopped by the home of the Knights last week to congratulate the “SunScreened” app developers and their families.
Watch a demonstration of their app: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TnrJUq6MK-A
📸: Knight Writers
Carter G. Woodson is known as the “father of Black History”. He was the son of former slaves but went on to become a teacher and school administrator.
We have a school named after Dr. Woodson… Woodson K-8… And in honor of Black History Month, they held an extra special celebration!
Eighth-grader Ayani Davis spoke about the life and legacy of Dr. Woodson, and members of the community came by to read to students and talk with them about Black history.
We have a school named after Dr. Woodson… Woodson K-8… And in honor of Black History Month, they held an extra special celebration!
Eighth-grader Ayani Davis spoke about the life and legacy of Dr. Woodson, and members of the community came by to read to students and talk with them about Black history.
Hillsborough County Public Schools hosts the Spring Magnet Expo, where students can explore programs in arts, technology, STEM, international studies, career exploration, and more.
The second application window for 2026–27 opens March 9 at 6 p.m. and closes March 27 at 11:59 p.m.
🔗 View the schools that will be in attendance: More info at https://bit.ly/3N9e0ci
The second application window for 2026–27 opens March 9 at 6 p.m. and closes March 27 at 11:59 p.m.
🔗 View the schools that will be in attendance: More info at https://bit.ly/3N9e0ci
It's Women’s History Month, celebrating the women who bolster HCPS every day. Their accomplishments and commitment influence students' future. We honor educators, staff, administrators, and partners whose leadership elevates our district and motivates future leaders.
🥣✨ It’s National School Breakfast Week! HCPS celebrates the role of a nutritious start in students' learning, growth, and success. Thanks to our Student Nutrition Services team, students can enjoy free breakfast daily at school, helping them start the day focused and ready to excel. A big thank you to our cafeteria staff for fueling student achievement every day!
🎉 It’s National School Social Work Week! HCPS celebrates the dedicated professionals in the School Social Work Association of America who promote student success. Our social workers support mental health, families, and positive school climates, ensuring every student can thrive. Join us in appreciating our outstanding School Social Workers! 🙌
🎭 🎨🎶 HCPS celebrates the arts throughout March! Our students develop as creators, collaborators, and thinkers through theater, art, and music in schools. We are proud of our students and educators who cultivate the vibrancy of the arts!
To support student health and safety, Hillsborough County Public Schools is installing vaping detectors in our high school bathrooms following a three-month pilot program at six campuses to identify the most effective devices.
This school year, schools have recorded more than 1,000 vaping-related referrals. The new devices will detect airborne vapor and immediately alert administrators. They do not record audio or video.
Reducing vaping and protecting student health remain a top priority. Together, we can help keep our campuses safe!
Students at Tampa Bay Technical High School got a hands-on look at the future of medicine! 🏥🤖
During the TOME Intuitive Surgical Event, students learned about careers in advanced healthcare technology and even had the opportunity to practice using a robotic surgical arm. The interactive experience gave students real-world insight into cutting-edge surgical innovation and the skills needed to power the operating rooms of tomorrow. 🚀✨
During the TOME Intuitive Surgical Event, students learned about careers in advanced healthcare technology and even had the opportunity to practice using a robotic surgical arm. The interactive experience gave students real-world insight into cutting-edge surgical innovation and the skills needed to power the operating rooms of tomorrow. 🚀✨
As part of Love the Bus Month, we’re proud to celebrate the professionals behind the wheel! 🚍💛 For the first time since 2017, more than 30 of our incredible bus drivers competed in the School Bus Road-E-O Competition.
Drivers navigated various skills and safety events, including maneuvering their bus through a challenging obstacle course.
Congratulations to…
🥇 Juan Maldonado
🥈 Cassandra Varnes
🥉 Romy Taju
All three are headed to the state competition on April 11! Thank you to our entire Transportation team for keeping our students safe and on the road to success.
Drivers navigated various skills and safety events, including maneuvering their bus through a challenging obstacle course.
Congratulations to…
🥇 Juan Maldonado
🥈 Cassandra Varnes
🥉 Romy Taju
All three are headed to the state competition on April 11! Thank you to our entire Transportation team for keeping our students safe and on the road to success.
A huge thank you to the incredible World Drumming students from Crestwood Elementary School for setting the tone before tonight’s School Board meeting! 🥁✨
Your rhythm, energy, and talent were phenomenal!
Your rhythm, energy, and talent were phenomenal!
Congratulations to the next round of our Tampa Bay Buccaneers Best Krewe Award recipients for the 2025-2026 school year! 🎉☠️
🏈 Brooklyn Callaway, assistant principal of Williams Middle Magnet School
🏈 Monica Chapa, civics teacher at Giunta Middle School
🏈 Darkis Portes, ESE paraprofessional at Lomax Elementary Magnet School
They were recognized during tonight’s board meeting.
🏈 Brooklyn Callaway, assistant principal of Williams Middle Magnet School
🏈 Monica Chapa, civics teacher at Giunta Middle School
🏈 Darkis Portes, ESE paraprofessional at Lomax Elementary Magnet School
They were recognized during tonight’s board meeting.
Big ideas, brave voices, and powerful messages filled the cafeteria at Citrus Park Elementary School on Friday as 4th- and 5th-grade students took the stage to compete in this year’s Florida 4-H Speech Contest! 🗣️
From discovering a new favorite hobby and advocating for more recess to embracing the message that “your weirdness is your strength,” our Eagles tackled topics that were thoughtful, personal, and inspiring.
Public speaking isn’t easy, but these students showed incredible courage, heart, and preparation. Congratulations to all students participating at the school level! Our top winners from across the district will advance to regional semi-finals in the coming weeks.
From discovering a new favorite hobby and advocating for more recess to embracing the message that “your weirdness is your strength,” our Eagles tackled topics that were thoughtful, personal, and inspiring.
Public speaking isn’t easy, but these students showed incredible courage, heart, and preparation. Congratulations to all students participating at the school level! Our top winners from across the district will advance to regional semi-finals in the coming weeks.
AN INCREDIBULL DAY 👟🏅Nearly 600 student-athletes from 18 schools competed at the IncrediBULL Games this morning!
Now in its 10th year, the Special Olympics event at Bloomingdale Senior High School has demonstrated the importance of school spirit, inclusivity, teamwork, and sports in our schools.
Now in its 10th year, the Special Olympics event at Bloomingdale Senior High School has demonstrated the importance of school spirit, inclusivity, teamwork, and sports in our schools.
From future scientists, engineers, inventors, and more, we are so proud of our students who showcased their incredible projects at the 2026 Hillsborough Regional STEM Fair! 🔬🧪💻
We look forward to announcing our winners during the Virtual Awards Ceremony, hosted by Tampa Bay Arts & Education Network, on Wednesday, March 4, beginning at 6 p.m. Families can tune in on Spectrum Channel 636, Frontier Channel 34, or online at hillsboroughschools.tv.
