Congratulations to our newest cohort of Principal Induction Program graduates! 🎉
This morning, we celebrated 27 phenomenal leaders who have successfully completed the final stage of our Principal Pipeline initiative, marking their first year as principals!
Collectively, this group brings a remarkable 580 years (yes, you read that right) of educational experience to the table, with each leader having served between 11 and 29 years in the field.
Throughout all four stages of the pipeline, they received targeted training as assistant principals, ongoing coaching and professional development, and hands-on experience to confidently transition into the principal role.
We’re so proud of their growth and excited to see the continued impact they’ll make across our schools!
This morning, we celebrated 27 phenomenal leaders who have successfully completed the final stage of our Principal Pipeline initiative, marking their first year as principals!
Collectively, this group brings a remarkable 580 years (yes, you read that right) of educational experience to the table, with each leader having served between 11 and 29 years in the field.
Throughout all four stages of the pipeline, they received targeted training as assistant principals, ongoing coaching and professional development, and hands-on experience to confidently transition into the principal role.
We’re so proud of their growth and excited to see the continued impact they’ll make across our schools!
In recognition of National Assistant Principals Week, we proudly celebrate all of our Assistant Principals for their exceptional leadership and dedication. Thank you for all you do!
GROWING SOMETHING SPECIAL 🌱🍯 Students at Edison Elementary School hosted their first-ever SEEDFOLKids Community Market Day, selling fresh vegetables, herbs, and honey they’ve grown through the school’s garden program.
In partnership with Sanwa Farmer’s Market, the event brought families and community partners together to celebrate hands-on learning, healthy living, and student leadership. Proceeds will support the SEEDFOLKids Garden Club and future student programs.
In partnership with Sanwa Farmer’s Market, the event brought families and community partners together to celebrate hands-on learning, healthy living, and student leadership. Proceeds will support the SEEDFOLKids Garden Club and future student programs.
🌟 Happy School Library Month!
Our library is a hub for discovery, imagination, and growth. We are grateful for our amazing library staff who inspire a love of reading and learning in our students. 📚✨
Our library is a hub for discovery, imagination, and growth. We are grateful for our amazing library staff who inspire a love of reading and learning in our students. 📚✨
Congratulations to Blake High School Senior Cora Bowen on receiving the top prize for U.S. Representative Kathy Castor's annual Congressional Art Competition! 🎉🎨
Her mixed media piece titled "A Million Paths To Take" will be featured for one year in the U.S. Capitol alongside other Congressional Art Competition winners from across the country.
Her mixed media piece titled "A Million Paths To Take" will be featured for one year in the U.S. Capitol alongside other Congressional Art Competition winners from across the country.
Students from 30+ high schools and technical colleges took over the Hillsborough County Fairgrounds for Florida Construction Career Days, exploring careers in highways, bridges, engineering, utilities, geotechnical work, and more. Through hands-on labs and activities—like operating heavy equipment, testing materials, designing bridges, and learning traffic safety—students connected with industry professionals and discovered real-world career opportunities in construction. 🚧 #CTE #ConstructionCareers
Celebrating Volunteer Appreciation Month!
Thank you to all of our incredible volunteers who help our schools thrive and our students succeed. We are deeply grateful for the time, dedication, and heart our volunteers give to support our students and schools every day.
Thank you to all of our incredible volunteers who help our schools thrive and our students succeed. We are deeply grateful for the time, dedication, and heart our volunteers give to support our students and schools every day.
💜 At our school, we are proud to support and celebrate our military children and families during the Month of the Military Child.
Your strength, adaptability, and commitment inspire our students and staff every day.
Keeping Our Schools Safe - A Shared Responsibility
The latest episode of “More to the Story” is out now! TAKE A LISTEN 🎧
Families entrust us with their children every single school day. Creating safe, secure learning environments isn’t just a priority—it’s a responsibility we take seriously across every school in our district. In this important episode, we’re joined by John Newman, Chief of Security & Emergency Management and the Florida Department of Education’s 2026 Florida Safety Specialist of the Year, to talk about how we keep students and staff safe. Listen on your favorite podcast platform and subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming episodes! 🎙️
PLAN AHEAD 🗓️ As families begin planning for next year, we want to remind you that the 2026–2027 Student Academic Calendar is available.
A slight update has been made to reflect the Strawberry Festival/Non-Student Day, which will take place on Monday, March 8, 2027.
For printable versions of the calendar, visit hillsboroughschools.org/events.
A slight update has been made to reflect the Strawberry Festival/Non-Student Day, which will take place on Monday, March 8, 2027.
For printable versions of the calendar, visit hillsboroughschools.org/events.
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Boyette Springs Elementary School held its annual Amazing Shake competition last week! 🤝
During the event, students visited 40 interactive stations, engaging with community members and partners. The students had to demonstrate professionalism and put their communication and problem-solving skills to the test to complete each station.
Congratulations to John Newman, our Chief of School Security and Emergency Management, on being named Florida’s School Safety Specialist of the Year by the Florida Department of Education!
This honor recognizes exceptional leadership, professionalism, and dedication to protecting students and staff across the state. The award was announced during Florida’s National Summit on School Safety in Orlando.
Since joining HCPS in 2014, Chief Newman has led a districtwide approach to school safety, helping position Hillsborough County as a model for other districts across Florida.
Before joining HCPS, he served 29 years with the Tampa Police Department, where he played a key role in public safety operations for major national events and emergency response efforts across the state.
We are proud to have Chief Newman leading our safety efforts and grateful for his continued commitment to protecting our students, staff, and community!
This honor recognizes exceptional leadership, professionalism, and dedication to protecting students and staff across the state. The award was announced during Florida’s National Summit on School Safety in Orlando.
Since joining HCPS in 2014, Chief Newman has led a districtwide approach to school safety, helping position Hillsborough County as a model for other districts across Florida.
Before joining HCPS, he served 29 years with the Tampa Police Department, where he played a key role in public safety operations for major national events and emergency response efforts across the state.
We are proud to have Chief Newman leading our safety efforts and grateful for his continued commitment to protecting our students, staff, and community!
Hillsborough County Public Schools' Security and Emergency Management Department held its annual graduation and awards ceremony on Thursday! 🎓
The ceremony featured the graduation of several officers, promotions, and a retirement recognition.
"These graduations always remind you why you do what you do. These folks are going to go work at school sites, and you know they're going to have an impact on our kids." - Chief John Newman.
The ceremony featured the graduation of several officers, promotions, and a retirement recognition.
"These graduations always remind you why you do what you do. These folks are going to go work at school sites, and you know they're going to have an impact on our kids." - Chief John Newman.
Entrepalooza took over University of South Florida as middle and high school entrepreneurship students put their innovation and creativity on full display!
Students kicked off the event by hearing from keynote speaker Kevin Harrington, one of the original “sharks” from Shark Tank. They then competed in a startup tech showcase, pitched their business ideas to judges, and participated in a trade show featuring their own student-created companies.
Along the way, students gained real-world experience in marketing, networking, and problem-solving—building the skills needed to turn ideas into successful ventures. 🚀💡
Students kicked off the event by hearing from keynote speaker Kevin Harrington, one of the original “sharks” from Shark Tank. They then competed in a startup tech showcase, pitched their business ideas to judges, and participated in a trade show featuring their own student-created companies.
Along the way, students gained real-world experience in marketing, networking, and problem-solving—building the skills needed to turn ideas into successful ventures. 🚀💡
HONORING OUR CADETS 🎖️🇺🇸 Ten outstanding cadets were recognized last night during the 2026 Hillsborough County JROTC Cadet of the Year ceremony. Selected from more than 5,000 cadets across 28 programs, these students represent the very best in leadership, academics, and service.
Congratulations to C/Lt Col Vidyarth Sathya from Middleton High School on receiving the top honor, which included several scholarships and cash prizes from our military partners.
We also want to congratulate our nine other finalists:
👏 C/LTC Caroline Victoria - Alonso High School
👏 C/LTC Marielis Pena - Brandon High School
👏 C/Capt Miriam Chamizo - Chamberlain High School
👏 C/Col Charlotte Belloso - Durant High School
👏 C/LTC Isabelle Rivera - Newsome High School
👏 C/Lt Col Juliette Selman - Plant High School
👏 C/CDR Andrew Papp - Riverview High School
👏 C/LT Rebecca Siddall - Robinson High School
👏 C/ENS Gavin McGraw - Tampa Bay Tech High School
We are incredibly proud of these cadets for representing their schools, their programs, and our district with excellence!
Congratulations to C/Lt Col Vidyarth Sathya from Middleton High School on receiving the top honor, which included several scholarships and cash prizes from our military partners.
We also want to congratulate our nine other finalists:
👏 C/LTC Caroline Victoria - Alonso High School
👏 C/LTC Marielis Pena - Brandon High School
👏 C/Capt Miriam Chamizo - Chamberlain High School
👏 C/Col Charlotte Belloso - Durant High School
👏 C/LTC Isabelle Rivera - Newsome High School
👏 C/Lt Col Juliette Selman - Plant High School
👏 C/CDR Andrew Papp - Riverview High School
👏 C/LT Rebecca Siddall - Robinson High School
👏 C/ENS Gavin McGraw - Tampa Bay Tech High School
We are incredibly proud of these cadets for representing their schools, their programs, and our district with excellence!
Nearly 100 high school students from across HCPS took part in the Hospitality & Tourism Career Expo at USF! 🎓✨ Students heard directly from industry professionals during a panel discussion, gaining insight into what employers look for, how to stand out as a strong candidate, the value of networking, teamwork in the workplace, and the importance of pursuing a career you’re passionate about. They then put those skills into action by connecting with local hospitality businesses, including hotels, restaurants, and attractions. 👏
The latest episode of “More to the Story” is out now! TAKE A LISTEN 🎧
For this episode, we’re talking about one of the most important stages in a child’s education — early childhood. Dr. Emily Cimino, Director of Early Childhood shares the power of early childhood education — and the opportunities our district offers families.
Listen on your favorite podcast platform and subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming episodes! 🎙️
TAKE A LISTEN 🎧 The latest episode of “More to the Story” is out now! In this episode, we explore the accelerated programs and academic pathways available to students across our district. Our special guests are Jazheel Lenegar, Executive Director of Instructional Support, and Brian Hoover, Director of Accelerated and Magnet Programs.
Families interested in our choice and magnet programs have until this Friday, March 27, at 11:59 p.m. to submit their application for this window round.
Listen on your favorite podcast platform, and subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming episodes! 🎙️
Big learning day for our future vet techs! 🐾 Students from Gaither High School’s Vet Tech Program visited JohnK9 Dog Training to get hands-on experience with house dog training, service dogs, personal protection, and canine sports. Real-world skills. Real-world impact. 💙 #CTE
Watch the full experience and see these skills in action here: https://youtu.be/N3uTWweHLZw
Watch the full experience and see these skills in action here: https://youtu.be/N3uTWweHLZw
