
December 5, 2025
Dowdell students explored the TECO Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach, one of Florida’s most unique wildlife sanctuaries. Students gained firsthand experience observing Florid...

December 5, 2025
Today we were thrilled to welcome Mr. Matt from the Florida Aquarium to Dowdell. Students learned about the fascinating differences between alligators, crocodiles, and gharials, w...

December 4, 2025
🎉 Calling ALL 8th Grade Students… Let's Have Some FUN! 🎉 A Middle School Grad Party Like No Other! 📍 What: Gradventure at Universal Orlando 📅 W...

December 3, 2025
Today marked our very first official meeting of the Scouts Club, and our students started strong. They took the Scout Pledge together and then created heartfelt Christmas cards fo...

December 3, 2025
Today’s Your Future, Your Choice event brought together six outstanding high school programs: Armwood Collegiate Academy, Spoto Collegiate Academy, D.W. Waters Medical School, T...

November 19, 2025
Today, our 6th grade Honor Roll students had the incredible opportunity to meet members of the Hillsborough County Fire and Rescue team. Firefighters shared valuable lessons ab...

November 19, 2025
Support the Dowdell Middle School Band! As a Title I school with limited, aging instruments, our students need your help to keep the music alive. Please consider purchasing an ite...

November 18, 2025
Ms. Tonia Torres, from the City of Tampa, visited Mrs. Gutierrez’s class to lead an engaging and highly informative session on water conservation. She helped students understand w...

November 18, 2025
Mr. Anthony Halcyon visited Mrs. Pacelli’s class and shared his inspiring journey - from his early experiences as a paramedic to his current work as an environmental scientist, re...

November 18, 2025
Yesterday our Dowdell team had the incredible opportunity to participate in Everglades Literacy Training , led by the amazing Tate Vangellow from the Everglades Foundation. Th...

November 17, 2025
SCOUTS Program for girls and boys at DOWDELL! We’re thrilled to announce that Dowdell is starting its very own Scouts Program for both girls and boys! Turn in your applicatio...
October 16, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: Tanya Arja or Debra Bellanti Hillsborough County Public Schools Office of Communications 813-272-4060 Hosts Annual Expo That Sh...


September 26, 2025
Dear Dowdell Dolphin Community, It’s that time of year again — time to plan for our Great American Teach-In this November! This special event allows our students to connect wit...

September 12, 2025
Hillsborough County Public Schools is proud to celebrate AVID Day, joining schools nationwide in recognizing the power of education and opportunity! Through AVID, students gain ...

August 13, 2025
Complete all required sports paperwork. For more information contact: Mr. Woods Room 603 quadaryl.woods@hcps.net

August 12, 2025
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July 29, 2025
The Hillsborough County Code of Conduct offers essential information for all stakeholders involved in Hillsborough County Public Schools. Each school must maintain an atmosphere f...

July 10, 2025
Hey HCPS Families! Take a look at key dates for the upcoming school year, including the first and last days of school, holidays, and breaks. Start planning now for a successful...

May 30, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: Tanya Arja or Debra Bellanti Hillsborough County Public Schools Office of Communications 813-272-4060 Tampa, Fl. (May 30, ...
