We wish all students, families, and staff a restful and enjoyable Spring Break! 🏖️
We look forward to welcoming students back on Tuesday, March 24, as we finish the school year strong.
Save the Date: 'Building Your Future: School and Career Nights' in Spanish!
Join us for evenings focused on college, university, and career planning for grades 8–12. Topics include graduation requirements, college & technical programs, scholarships & financial aid, career exploration, and more.
Choose your preferred date and location:
📍 Freedom High School
🗓️ Wednesday, March 25, 6–8 p.m.
📍 Morgan High School
🗓️ Wednesday, April 1, 6–8 p.m.
Join us for evenings focused on college, university, and career planning for grades 8–12. Topics include graduation requirements, college & technical programs, scholarships & financial aid, career exploration, and more.
Choose your preferred date and location:
📍 Freedom High School
🗓️ Wednesday, March 25, 6–8 p.m.
📍 Morgan High School
🗓️ Wednesday, April 1, 6–8 p.m.
🌞Don't forget to set your clocks forward one hour on Sunday for Daylight Saving Time! ⏰
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! 🙌
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!
PTA Movie Night
Friday, March 6
Zootopia 2
$5.00 per family
CASH only
5:30 p.m. start
Honoring School Resource Officers at HCPS! 👏💙
Our SROs protect campuses, mentor students, and build strong connections that make schools safer and more welcoming. Today, we thank them for their dedication and service to our community.
Our SROs protect campuses, mentor students, and build strong connections that make schools safer and more welcoming. Today, we thank them for their dedication and service to our community.
It's Family Day at the Florida State Fair! 😎🎡🌭
Don't forget to stop by the Florida Center near Gate 2 and check out the HCPS exhibit area. We also have many schools and students showing livestock in the TECO Arena. Please stop by and cheer them on!
Don't forget to stop by the Florida Center near Gate 2 and check out the HCPS exhibit area. We also have many schools and students showing livestock in the TECO Arena. Please stop by and cheer them on!
Dear Crestwood Families,
We are excited to invite you to our Glow Dance Party this Thursday, February 12, from 5:30–7:30 PM on the Crestwood covered court!
This event is a 5th grade fundraiser sponsored by our PTA.
Event Details:
$3.00 per person (cash only)
Glow items and snacks will be available for purchase
Families are encouraged to come ready to shine and have fun!
Important Reminder:
➡️ Adults must stay and supervise their children throughout the event.
We look forward to a great evening of music, glow fun, and community spirit!
Thank you for supporting our 5th graders!
We are excited to invite you to our Glow Dance Party this Thursday, February 12, from 5:30–7:30 PM on the Crestwood covered court!
This event is a 5th grade fundraiser sponsored by our PTA.
Event Details:
$3.00 per person (cash only)
Glow items and snacks will be available for purchase
Families are encouraged to come ready to shine and have fun!
Important Reminder:
➡️ Adults must stay and supervise their children throughout the event.
We look forward to a great evening of music, glow fun, and community spirit!
Thank you for supporting our 5th graders!
HCPS celebrates Love the Bus Month! 🚌💛
School buses safely transport thousands of students each day—replacing up to 36 cars on the road and making them the safest, most efficient ride to school. Thank you to our drivers and transportation staff for keeping every journey reliable and secure!
School buses safely transport thousands of students each day—replacing up to 36 cars on the road and making them the safest, most efficient ride to school. Thank you to our drivers and transportation staff for keeping every journey reliable and secure!
Hillsborough County Public Schools recognizes that student success is driven by the unwavering dedication of our school counselors. 💙 During National School Counseling Week, we proudly honor you—the essential core of HCPS!
HCPS celebrates Black History Month!
Honoring 100 years since Dr. Carter G. Woodson founded Negro History Week, we continue his legacy through learning, experiences, and partnerships that highlight African American history and contributions. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3OeFIo7
Pictured: The Armwoods, digital artwork by Molly McGiveney, 2025 Blake High School graduate.
Honoring 100 years since Dr. Carter G. Woodson founded Negro History Week, we continue his legacy through learning, experiences, and partnerships that highlight African American history and contributions. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3OeFIo7
Pictured: The Armwoods, digital artwork by Molly McGiveney, 2025 Blake High School graduate.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 🗓️ It's almost time for Family Day at the Florida State Fair! Friday, February 13, is a non-student day of school.
Youth ages 17 and under will receive free admission to the fair until 5 p.m. with an admission-paying parent or guardian 21 or older.
While you're at the fair, be sure to stop by the Florida Center and check out the HCPS exhibit area! We'll also have many schools and students showing livestock in the barns. Please stop by and cheer them on!
For more information on the Florida State Fair, please visit floridastatefair.com.
Youth ages 17 and under will receive free admission to the fair until 5 p.m. with an admission-paying parent or guardian 21 or older.
While you're at the fair, be sure to stop by the Florida Center and check out the HCPS exhibit area! We'll also have many schools and students showing livestock in the barns. Please stop by and cheer them on!
For more information on the Florida State Fair, please visit floridastatefair.com.
📚 Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! Schools across the district are hosting exciting events that highlight the power of reading, creativity, and student voice. Our students are showing that literacy is more than reading—it’s creativity, voice, and expression.
Literacy is alive and thriving in our schools! 🎉📖
🎉 Results are available!
Hillsborough County Public Schools Magnet & School Choice Application results are live online.
✅ If you received an offer, you have until Friday, January 30 at 11:59 p.m. to accept.
Don’t miss your opportunity to secure your spot!
👉 bit.ly/MagnetChoiceHCPS
Hillsborough County Public Schools Magnet & School Choice Application results are live online.
✅ If you received an offer, you have until Friday, January 30 at 11:59 p.m. to accept.
Don’t miss your opportunity to secure your spot!
👉 bit.ly/MagnetChoiceHCPS
Dear Crestwood Families,
We are excited to invite all Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade families to a special Family Literacy Night hosted by New Worlds Reading in partnership with Hillsborough County Public Schools!
📅 Monday, January 26, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 Crestwood Elementary School
7824 N Manhattan Ave, Tampa, FL 33614.pdf) [Crestwood....26.26 (1) | PDF]
This will be a fun and engaging evening designed to support and celebrate your child’s early reading development. Families will enjoy:
✨ Reading games and hands‑on literacy activities
✨ Dinner for all registered participants
✨ Free books to build your home library
✨ Giveaways and more!.pdf) [Crestwood....26.26 (1) | PDF]
To help us plan, please pre‑register by January 21 using the QR code provided in the flyer or by visiting newworldsreading.com..pdf) [Crestwood....26.26 (1) | PDF]
We strongly encourage all families of students in K–2 to attend. This event is a wonderful opportunity to learn strategies that can support your child’s reading growth at home, while enjoying a fun evening together.
We look forward to seeing our Crestwood Lions and their families there!
We are excited to invite all Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade families to a special Family Literacy Night hosted by New Worlds Reading in partnership with Hillsborough County Public Schools!
📅 Monday, January 26, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 Crestwood Elementary School
7824 N Manhattan Ave, Tampa, FL 33614.pdf) [Crestwood....26.26 (1) | PDF]
This will be a fun and engaging evening designed to support and celebrate your child’s early reading development. Families will enjoy:
✨ Reading games and hands‑on literacy activities
✨ Dinner for all registered participants
✨ Free books to build your home library
✨ Giveaways and more!.pdf) [Crestwood....26.26 (1) | PDF]
To help us plan, please pre‑register by January 21 using the QR code provided in the flyer or by visiting newworldsreading.com..pdf) [Crestwood....26.26 (1) | PDF]
We strongly encourage all families of students in K–2 to attend. This event is a wonderful opportunity to learn strategies that can support your child’s reading growth at home, while enjoying a fun evening together.
We look forward to seeing our Crestwood Lions and their families there!
There will be no classes for students on Monday, January 19. Regular classes will resume on Tuesday, January 20.
We are proud to announce a historic milestone for Hillsborough County Public Schools! Our 2024-2025 graduation rate is an impressive 90.9%, marking the highest rate in the district's history. 🎉🎓
This means 910 more students than the previous year crossed the stage, ready for college, careers, the military, or whatever their next journey in life may hold.
This achievement belongs to our entire HCPS family. From our staff and families to our community partners, thank you for helping our students succeed. Together, we are #LeadingTheWay!
This means 910 more students than the previous year crossed the stage, ready for college, careers, the military, or whatever their next journey in life may hold.
This achievement belongs to our entire HCPS family. From our staff and families to our community partners, thank you for helping our students succeed. Together, we are #LeadingTheWay!
