OUT OF THIS WORLD 🚀🎨 Congratulations to Eeshan Kallu, a 3rd grader from York PreK-8 Innovation Academy, and Maddox Sewell, an 8th grader from Turkey Creek Middle School, on creating the winning designs for the Mission Patch Competition, an art contest connected to Mission 21 of the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program (SSEP).
After the mission, the patches will be returned to the students along with embossed certificates verifying that their artwork flew in space.
After the mission, the patches will be returned to the students along with embossed certificates verifying that their artwork flew in space.
Marshall Middle Magnet IB World School’s Symphonic Strings, Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, and Wind Ensemble delivered an unforgettable Spring Concert with the premiere of "Common Ground," a newly commissioned musical work honoring the history, culture, and legacy of Plant City. 🎶🍓
The piece featured three powerful movements:
🌱 Cultivo — recognizing the agricultural roots and cultivation that helped build Plant City
🚂 Union — honoring the historic Plant City Union Depot and the idea of cultures and communities coming together with a shared purpose
🤝 Bing — paying tribute to the resilience, culture, and contributions of Plant City’s African American community
We are incredibly proud of our talented students and dedicated Marshall staff for producing such meaningful and impactful work. This performance beautifully showcased how music can preserve history, celebrate community, and inspire future generations!
🎓 Congratulations to the incredible graduates of the Class of 2026 from Caminiti Exceptional Student Education Center! Your determination, resilience and spirit have inspired us all. ❤️
“Your journey may look different than others, but your strength, courage and heart have made a difference in this world.” – Nadia Combs
Congratulations to the four incredible students from LaVoy Exceptional Student Education Center recognized this afternoon! 🎉
“Never forget that you are valued, you are loved and you are capable of bringing light to everyone around you.” — Nadia Combs 💙✨
Your hard work, perseverance and spirit continue to inspire us all!
Episode 15: Voices from the School Board: Patti Rendon
For this episode, School Board Member Patti Rendon joins us to talk about something that plays a critical role in the success of our schools — advocacy. Behind every program, every opportunity, and every support system for students, there are leaders working to ensure schools have the resources they need to serve children well — not just at the local level, but at the state and federal levels, too.
Listen on your favorite podcast platform and subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming episodes! 🎙️
Safety is our number one priority for our students, staff, and school communities.
That’s why we encourage everyone to speak up if they see or hear something suspicious. One of the easiest ways to report concerns is through FortifyFL, a suspicious activity reporting tool that instantly relays information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials.
FortifyFL was created and funded by the Florida Legislature in 2018 as part of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act.
Submitting a tip is simple. Follow the four-step process online or through the app to report suspicious activity. You can choose to include your contact information or remain completely anonymous. The tool also allows users to access previous tips and submit updates or additional information.
Download the FortifyFL app today through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, or learn more at GetFortifyFL.com.
Congratulations to Tonette Irvin, a math teacher at Riverview High School! She is one of the winners of four lower-level tickets to see the Tampa Bay Rays and a $100 gift card to Publix for Teacher Appreciation Week!
Superintendent Ayres and our Teacher of the Year, Christi Atkinson, surprised her during her planning period today!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-2fauFcnvo
Superintendent Ayres and our Teacher of the Year, Christi Atkinson, surprised her during her planning period today!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-2fauFcnvo
Congratulations to Marie Place, a 4th-grade teacher at Knights Elementary School! She is one of the winners of four lower-level tickets to see the Tampa Bay Rays and a $100 gift card to Publix for Teacher Appreciation Week!
Superintendent Ayres and our Teacher of the Year, Christi Atkinson, surprised her just a few hours ago!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRZfCkjSDQw
Superintendent Ayres and our Teacher of the Year, Christi Atkinson, surprised her just a few hours ago!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRZfCkjSDQw
Congratulations to Baily Klein, a 1st-grade teacher at Gorrie Elementary School! She is one of the winners of four lower-level tickets to see the Tampa Bay Rays and a $100 gift card to Publix for Teacher Appreciation Week!
Superintendent Ayres and our Teacher of the Year, Christi Atkinson, surprised her with the prize!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmR33rHjGXU
Superintendent Ayres and our Teacher of the Year, Christi Atkinson, surprised her with the prize!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmR33rHjGXU
Congratulations to Janice Bigio, an art teacher at Foster Elementary School! She was one of five winners of a one-year membership to BubbleDown Carwash and a $50 RaceTrac gift card for Teacher Appreciation Week!
Congratulations to Shantrell Scott, a reading teacher at Freedom High School! She was one of five winners of a one-year membership to BubbleDown Carwash and a $50 RaceTrac gift card for Teacher Appreciation Week!
Congratulations to Heather Spaier, a pre-K ESE teacher at Ippolito Elementary School! She was one of five winners of a one-year membership to BubbleDown Carwash and a $50 RaceTrac gift card for Teacher Appreciation Week!
Congratulations to Sam Turke, an English teacher at Mann Middle School! He was one of five winners of a one-year membership to BubbleDown Carwash and a $50 RaceTrac gift card for Teacher Appreciation Week!
Congratulations to Chelsae Fisher, an Access Points teacher at Hammond Elementary! She was one of five winners of a one-year membership to BubbleDown Carwash and a $50 RaceTrac gift card for Teacher Appreciation Week!
Watch the video below of Superintendent Ayres surprising her on Friday morning with her prize, and her wonderful team at Hammond celebrating with her!
https://youtu.be/1EEW5vEldsE?si=gBi7loTjmPASetn_
🏆 Big congratulations to Hillsborough County Public Schools and Armwood High School for being named a 2026 Discovery Education School of the Year! 🎉
👏 Armwood was one of just SIX schools nationwide selected for this prestigious recognition!
This national honor celebrates Armwood’s commitment to student success through innovation, meaningful learning experiences, strong relationships, and real-world opportunities for students. 💙📚
👏 Armwood was one of just SIX schools nationwide selected for this prestigious recognition!
This national honor celebrates Armwood’s commitment to student success through innovation, meaningful learning experiences, strong relationships, and real-world opportunities for students. 💙📚
Happy Mother’s Day to all of the incredible moms, grandmothers, guardians, and mother figures in our HCPS family! 💐
Thank you for the love, support, and encouragement you give our students each and every day. We hope today celebrates all that you do! ❤️
📸: Photos of Citrus Park Elementary School's Mother's Day Tea event
Thank you for the love, support, and encouragement you give our students each and every day. We hope today celebrates all that you do! ❤️
📸: Photos of Citrus Park Elementary School's Mother's Day Tea event
Last week, students across Hillsborough County celebrated Florida Food Day by trying foods that were grown and sourced in the Sunshine State! 🍽️ ☀️
Students at Pinecrest Elementary participated in a corn shucking contest and other fun activities! 🌽
Students at Pinecrest Elementary participated in a corn shucking contest and other fun activities! 🌽
Meet our final recipient of the Superintendent’s 2-Year Florida Prepaid College Plans Scholarship, Klover Solomon from Brandon High School!
After experiencing the loss of both of her parents, Klover faced many challenges throughout her childhood and early high school years. But through perseverance, support from her brother, and a renewed outlook on life, she turned things around academically and became a bright light on her campus, known for her kindness and positivity.
This fall, Klover will attend Hillsborough College Plant City Campus as she works toward her dream of becoming a forest ranger. We are very proud of you, Klover, and can’t wait to see what your future holds!
After experiencing the loss of both of her parents, Klover faced many challenges throughout her childhood and early high school years. But through perseverance, support from her brother, and a renewed outlook on life, she turned things around academically and became a bright light on her campus, known for her kindness and positivity.
This fall, Klover will attend Hillsborough College Plant City Campus as she works toward her dream of becoming a forest ranger. We are very proud of you, Klover, and can’t wait to see what your future holds!
Meet our second senior to receive the Superintendent’s 2-Year Florida Prepaid College Plans Scholarship, Isaiah Rodriguez from Alonso High School!
After losing his father to a drug overdose and with his mother incarcerated, Isaiah has stepped up as the “man of the house” for his sister and grandmother. Despite carrying immense responsibility and overcoming significant obstacles, his love of learning has never dimmed.
We are so proud of you, Isaiah, and wish you all the best as you head to the University of South Florida later this year!
Give your student a boost this summer.
More Opportunities Start Here with Hillsborough Virtual School’s flexible online courses for credit recovery, GPA improvement, or acceleration. Local HCPS teachers support students every step of the way.
Learn more at hillsboroughschools.org/virtual.
More Opportunities Start Here with Hillsborough Virtual School’s flexible online courses for credit recovery, GPA improvement, or acceleration. Local HCPS teachers support students every step of the way.
Learn more at hillsboroughschools.org/virtual.
