🎓 The Magnet and School Choice Application Window is Now Open!

Explore 80+ award-winning programs designed to spark curiosity and inspire every student’s future — from Engineering and Medical to Performing Arts, IB, Architecture, Montessori, and more!

✨ The application window closes December 7 at 11:59 p.m. Learn more — attend a Regional Magnet Expo or call the school of choice to schedule a school tour.

👉 More Opportunities Start Here! Apply at bit.ly/4nrl54k

2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Graphic that says NOW OPEN Magnet & School Choice Application Window Closes December 7.
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!
10 days ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Superintendent's Winter Break Reading Challenge
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!
11 days ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Sand snow man at the beach
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!
22 days ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Superintendent's Winter Break Reading Challenge
Some images from the Great American Teach In
about 1 month ago, Cypress Creek Elementary
Students in front of a firetruck
Students with a fireman
Students and a firetruck
Students with a fireman
Students and a firetruck
Student with a fireman
Students and a bucket truck
Students with firehats
Students listening to a  musician
Join us for a fun-filled family night on Tuesday, December 9, for the New Worlds Reading Event at Belmont Elementary School! Enjoy a free meal together while learning simple ways to support your student’s literacy at home. The evening will include reading games and activities, exciting giveaways, and every student will take home two new books!

Information and assistance will be available in both English and Spanish.

— When: Tuesday, December 9, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
— Where: Belmont Elementary School, 14150 Gate Dancer Road, Sun City Center, Florida 33573

To pre-register for the event, please visit https://forms.gle/1h4xnksfGaCaub24A.

We look forward to seeing you there!
about 1 month ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
New Worlds Reading Event
Kindergarten classes are disguising turkeys so they won't be eaten at Thanksgiving. This is a literacy activity for the book "Turkey Trouble" by Wendi Silvano.
about 2 months ago, Cypress Creek Elementary
Disguised Turkeys
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! ❤️🤍💙
about 2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Reminder: No School Tuesday, November 11
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.
about 2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Native American and Alaskan Heritage Month
🇺🇸 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!
2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
An image of a military dad with his family in a park
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
2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Math Homework Hotline Challenge Problem
➕➖ 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.
2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Math Homework Hotline
Scenes from our vocabulary parade today.
2 months ago, Cypress Creek Elementary
students waiting for the vocabulary parade to start
Students waiting for the vocabulary parade to start
Students waiting for the vocabulary parade to start
Students waiting for the vocabulary parade to start
Second graders are learning about proper tooth care today with More Health.
2 months ago, Cypress Creek Elementary
students learning in media center
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
2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Math Homework Hotline Challenge Problem
➕➖ MATH HOMEWORK HOTLINE WEEK 7 ➗✖️ Tonight's topic for Math Homework Hotline is "Proportional Relationships."

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.
2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Math Homework Hotline Topic
Don't forget to submit your designs for the Hillsborough Reads Bookmark Contest! 📚

Help our students "Get Caught Reading!" by creating a colorful and engaging bookmark that celebrates our district-wide literacy initiative.

Educators and students in all grade levels can design a 2.5" x 7" bookmark for a chance to have their artwork professionally printed and shared across schools!

Entries are due to your school’s art teacher by EOD next Friday, Oct. 31. Winners will be announced in December!

For the full guidelines and entry form, visit https://bit.ly/hillsreadsbookmark.
2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Hillsborough Read Bookmark Contest

The Scholastic Book Fair is in full swing. Visit CCE's Scholastic website to view the flyer and sign up for E-Wallet. You can even shop the Scholastic online store. Cypress Creek gets credit for those sales too.

CCE's Scholastic Book Fair Web Page

2 months ago, Cypress Creek Elementary
Picture of a boy with books
During National School Bus Safety Week, we celebrate our dedicated drivers and emphasize the importance of school bus safety for all—students, parents, and community members.

🚸🚌 Every day, we transport 78,000 students to school, highlighting safety as our top priority. ⚠️ Safety first, always!
2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
elementary aged kids getting off a school bus
Hillsborough Virtual School offers high-quality education to all K-12 students, featuring a diverse range of courses tailored to meet various interests and career paths. From core academic subjects to innovative electives, our offerings cater to full-time, part-time, or credit recovery learners.

Explore the options today and start your journey and discover what's possible at HVS: http://hillsboroughschools.org/virtual 💻✨
3 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Vector art with computer and HVS offers 200+ courses meeting state & national standards on the screen