Clair Mel Elementary School

COZY UP AND GRAB A BOOK 📚❄️ Don't forget, the Superintendent’s Winter Break Reading Challenge is underway! Students in PreK–12 are encouraged to grab their favorite book during Winter Break and log every minute they spend reading.

Through Monday, January 5, students can record their reading in Beanstack (Visit hub.hcps.net and click on the Beanstack icon to get started).

Schools with the highest participation will earn a Reader Leader trophy and $500 for library books! Winners will be announced during Celebrate Literacy Week, January 26 through 30.

Let’s keep reading and #GetCaughtReading this Winter Break!

As we close out 2025, we thank our students, families, teachers, and staff for making our district shine.

Whether you’re traveling, celebrating, or resting, from all of us at Hillsborough County Public Schools, we wish you a joyful Winter Break and Happy Holidays!

📢 Winter Break Announcement! ❄️☀️ Hillsborough County Public Schools and district offices will be closed from December 22, 2025, through January 2, 2026. ✅ Staff returns: January 5, 2026 ✅ Students return: January 6, 2026 Enjoy your well-deserved winter break! Stay safe, relax, and recharge! 🌟 #ClairMelElementary #WinterBreak #HCPS

COZY UP AND GRAB A BOOK 📚❄️ We are excited to announce the Superintendent's Winter Break Reading Challenge! Students in PreK-12 are encouraged to dive into their favorite stories this upcoming break and log every minute they read.

From December 19 through January 5, students can record their reading in Beanstack (Visit hub.hcps.net and click on the Beanstack icon to get started). The schools with the highest participation will earn a Reader Leader trophy and $500 toward library books! Winners will be announced during Celebrate Literacy Week, January 26 through 30.

Let's #GetCaughtReading this Winter Break!

Clair-Mel Elementary teachers had an amazing afternoon of Professional Learning! Today’s focus was on Imagine Learning and i-Ready, and we loved seeing our staff engage, grow, and strengthen their skills to support student success. 💡📚 #ClairMelElementary #ProfessionalLearning #ImagineLearning #iReady #GrowingTogether

🎉 Clair-Mel Elementary December Fun is Here! 🎉 Let’s spread holiday cheer and show our school spirit all month long! 🌟 ✅ Join the Fun: Each day has a special theme—holiday shirts, Buffalo plaid, jingle bells, ugly sweaters, and more! 📅 Mark Your Calendar: Winter Break: December 22 – January 5 💡 Let’s celebrate AND keep working toward our learning goals. Have a wonderful December, Clair-Mel family! ❤️ 📸 Share your festive looks with us! #ClairMelDecemberFun #SchoolSpirit

🌟 Thank You, Rent King Palm River! 🌟 A huge shoutout to Rent King Palm River for partnering with Clair-Mel Elementary! Your sign looks fantastic along 78th Street, and we couldn’t be more excited about this collaboration. We look forward to building a strong and lasting relationship that benefits our students and community. 💙 #CommunityPartners #ClairMelElementary #RentKing #StrongerTogether

🍂 Clair-Mel Elementary Fall Spirit Week is here! 🍂 📅 November 17–21 Show your school spirit and join us for a week of festive fun! Here’s what’s happening each day: ✅ Monday: Cozy Sweater Day – Wrap up in your warmest fall sweater! ✅ Tuesday: Flannel & Denim Day – Rock your favorite flannel or denim outfit! ✅ Wednesday: Harvest Colors Day – Wear autumn tones like red, gold, and brown! ✅ Thursday: Pumpkin Spice Day – Dress in shades of orange and cream! ✅ Friday: Football Friday – Cheer on your favorite team with jerseys, hats, or team colors! 🎉 Let’s make this week full of color, fun, and school spirit! 📸 Don’t forget to share your Spirit Week looks with us! #ClairMelElementary #FallSpiritWeek #SchoolSpirit

📣 Big News at Clair-Mel Elementary! We are thrilled to unveil our brand-new marquee! 🎉 This amazing addition will keep our community up-to-date with all the latest Clair-Mel news and events. ✨ Be on the lookout for important announcements, celebrations, and more—right here on our new sign! #ClairMelElementary

🇺🇸 Veterans Day at Clair-Mel Elementary 🇺🇸 What an incredible Veterans Day program we had today! Our students truly shined with heartfelt performances from so many classes — including moving poems, beautiful musical tributes, and touching memorials. A huge thank you to the Bloomingdale Color Guard, all of our honored Veterans, and especially to Ms. James for organizing such a spectacular and meaningful event. We are proud to honor those who have served and grateful to celebrate their legacy with our school community. 💙❤️🤍 #VeteransDay #ClairMelElementary #ThankYouVeterans

There will be no classes on Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. 🇺🇸
Classes will resume on Wednesday, November 12.

Enjoy the day as we honor and remember all who have served! ❤️🤍💙

📢 Testing Reminder!
It’s time for the i-Ready Diagnostic! 🖥️✏️
✅ K–2: November 10–14
✅ Grades 3–5: November 17–21
Let’s show what we know and keep growing! 🌟
#iReady #StudentSuccess #TestingReminder

📣 Conference Night Reminder! Join us at Clair Mel Elementary on Thursday, November 13 from 3:00–6:30 PM for Conference Night! 🗓️ Meet with your child’s teacher to discuss progress and goals. 📞 Be sure to contact your child’s teacher to confirm your scheduled time. We look forward to seeing you there! 🦁💙 #ClairMelElementary #ConferenceNight

🎉 Thank you, Not Your Mother's! 🎉 Clair-Mel Elementary is proud to be supported by amazing community partners like you. Your sponsorship helps us grow, thrive, and shine brighter every day! 🌟 We appreciate your commitment to our students and school community. 💖 #ClairMelElementary #ThankYou #NotYourMothers

Throughout Native American and Alaska Native Heritage Month, we celebrate the cultures, traditions, and lasting contributions of Native peoples across the United States.

Join us as we honor their stories and recognize the voices that continue to shape and strengthen our communities.

Our Veterans Day Program is on Monday 11/10/25. Please see the Flyer!

🇺🇸 November is National Veterans and Military Families Month!

We thank the brave service members and their families, including the 4,000 military-connected families in Hillsborough County Public Schools. Your dedication and sacrifices inspire our school community!

TIME TO TUNE IN 🕧 #MathHomeworkHotline begins NOW!

Here's a look at tonight's Challenge Problem.

📞 813-840-7260
📺 Spectrum Ch. 635 / Frontier Ch. 32
💻 hillsboroughschools.org/mhh

➕➖ MATH HOMEWORK HOTLINE WEEK 8 ➗✖️ Tonight's topic for Math Homework Hotline is "Percents."

Tutors will begin taking calls at 5:30 p.m. and the show will start at 6 p.m. For help on any math topic, call 813-840-7260.

Tune in on Spectrum Ch. 635, Frontier Ch. 32, or online at hillsboroughschools.org/mhh.