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! 🙌

LAMB ES-📣 Lightning Families ⚡
No ELP today (Thurs, 2/26)
Join us on Thursday, February 26 for a full evening!
🕒 Conference Night | 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Please schedule a time directly with your child’s teacher to review academic progress and celebrate growth.
📚 Book Fair Open During Conference Night
Stop by the Media Center and shop while you're on campus! Every purchase supports our school library and promotes a love for reading.
📘 Grade 3 Promotion Requirements Information| 4:30 PM (Room 239)
Grade 3 families are invited to attend an important informational session regarding state promotion requirements and what students must demonstrate to move to Grade 4.
🌟 Ready for Kindergarten | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Music Room)
Do you know a rising kindergartner? Share this opportunity!
Students must be 5 years old on or before 9/1/26 and zoned for Lamb Elementary.
Learn more at: https://hcpsready.com
We look forward to seeing our Lightning Families! 💙⚡
LAMB ES: Lightning Families ⚡
Join us on Thursday, February 26 for a full evening!
🕒 Conference Night | 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Please schedule a time directly with your child’s teacher to review academic progress and celebrate growth.
📚 Book Fair Open During Conference Night
Stop by the Media Center and shop while you're on campus! Every purchase supports our school library and promotes a love for reading.
📘 Grade 3 Promotion Requirements Information| 4:30 PM (Room 239)
Grade 3 families are invited to attend an important informational session regarding state promotion requirements and what students must demonstrate to move to Grade 4.
🌟 Ready for Kindergarten | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Music Room)
Do you know a rising kindergartner? Share this opportunity!
Students must be 5 years old on or before 9/1/26 and zoned for Lamb Elementary.
Learn more at: https://hcpsready.com
We look forward to seeing our Lightning Families! 💙⚡


🖤 Lamb Elementary Black History Spirit Week 🖤
Feb. 23–27
As we close out Black History Month, our students have been learning about the culture and contributions of Black leaders. Join us in celebrating!
Mon: Melanin Rich (brown)
Tue: Roots & Royalty (kente/dashiki)
Wed: HBCU Day
Thu: Black Excellence (dress for success)
Fri: Pan-African (red, black, green, gold)
Let’s finish strong, Lightning Family! ⚡✨

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!
Lamb ES: Act Now—Only Two Days Left! Order now before time runs out!
https://www.givebacks.com/causes/lambpta

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.

Lamb ES- The Grade 2 Field Trip is canceled tomorrow due to weather. 🥶We apologize for the inconvenience. More details to follow shortly about another field trip date.
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

Lamb ES: Jan 26–30 is Celebrate Literacy Week, FL! 📚🇺🇸 Join our Read, White & Blue spirit week. See flyer for details!

Grade 3 Lamb Families,
Students must earn a Level 2 or higher on the FAST PM 3 Reading Assessment in order to be promoted to fourth grade.
We strongly encourage you to attend an informational meeting regarding Grade 3 promotion on Thursday, January 29 at 5:00 pm. This meeting with Ms. Alphonse, Lamb’s Assistant Principal, will provide important details about promotion requirements and available supports.
Please be sure to register by 10:00 AM tomorrow using the link below to receive a free dinner.
We look forward to partnering with you to support your child’s success.
📅 Thursday, January 29
🕐5:00 pm
📍 Lamb Elementary School
📖 Two free books for each child
🍽️ Free dinner
📚 Support with New Worlds Reading program enrollment
👉RSVP Form for Families:
https://forms.gle/hUdMit2NSQs3QLFr6
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!

