Lutz K-8 School

TIME TO TUNE IN 🕧 #MathHomeworkHotline begins NOW!

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

➕➖ MATH HOMEWORK HOTLINE WEEK 3 ➗✖️ Tonight's topic for Math Homework Hotline is "Integer Operations."

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.

Thank you to our sponsors, EdGems Math and Mathnasium!

More choices. More options. More to explore!

The 2026-2027 School Choice & Magnet Application opens on Monday, October 20, at 5 p.m. ✨HCPS gives families the power to find the best fit for their student, allowing them to explore, grow, and shine.

📣 Save the date!

Join us for the Mid-Autumn Harvest Moon Children’s Festival and Seniors’ Fair this Saturday, September 27, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Alonso High School.

This special celebration will feature academic awards, recognition of Vietnamese American History Essay winners, a traditional Asian national outfits showcase, a Lion Dance, and cultural performances from Vietnamese, Taiwanese, Korean, Filipino, and Bangladeshi groups. Families can also enjoy free lanterns, face painting, candy for children, and delicious Asian cuisine.

The Seniors’ Fair will provide valuable resources on estate planning, health and assisted living options, as well as free memory screenings and hearing tests.

This event is more than a festival — it is a community effort to uplift our youth, support our seniors, and strengthen bonds across generations and cultures!

Tomorrow, 9/17, for Start for Hello Week we are inviting everyone to wear green to show our unity at Lutz K-8.

We want to send a congratulations to our Excellence in Education Award winners!

Teacher of the Year: Shondra Hickerson
Ida S. Baker Diversity Educator of the Year: Sarah Garcia
Instructional Support Educator of the Year: Jamie Harris

When you see them around be sure to celebrate them!

It's National Arts in Education Week! 🎨🎭 HCPS celebrates the importance of arts education, which fosters creativity, self-expression, and critical thinking across our district. Whether through painting, music, dance, or theater, the arts enrich student learning.

During National Latin & Hispanic Heritage Month, our school district celebrates the rich cultures, traditions, and achievements of Hispanic and Latino communities. 🇲🇽🇨🇺🇸🇻

CALLING ALL STUDENT ARTISTS! 🖍️ It’s time to show off your creativity with our Every Day Matters Poster Contest. In partnership with United Way Suncoast, we’re challenging students to show why coming to school every day makes a difference. Use a powerful slogan, meaningful artwork, or both to share your unique perspective on what motivates you to show up.

The contest will run through Friday, October 10. Posters must be submitted through your art teacher and sent via school mail to our K-12 Arts Supervisor, Laura Hobby.

Hey middle schoolers... time to do some chores or raid your piggie bank for some money. Kona Ice will be here Thursday, September 18th. Remember 25% of sales come back to the school to support middle school physical education.

IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR! 🎉 Math Homework Hotline is ready to kick off a new season. Tonight's topic is Sums and Differences of Rational Numbers.

Join hosts Maggie Mixon and Kenella Prato live at 6 p.m. Tutors will begin taking calls starting at 5:30 p.m. For help on any math topic, call 813-840-7260.

Math Homework Hotline airs on Spectrum Ch. 635, Frontier Ch. 32, or online at hillsboroughschools.org/mhh.

Thank you to our sponsors, EdGems Math and Mathnasium!

Today, we take a moment to remember and honor those affected by September 11, 2001. We also want to recognize the heroes who stepped up and emphasize the importance of coming together as a school community. 🇺🇸

This Thursday, September 11th, Lutz administration will host a virtual Coffee and Conversations with Administration meeting. This meeting will take place at 9:00 A.M. Please find the link on our website under the Monday Message or calendar. Join us to ask questions, learn more about the school, and have time with the Lutz K-8 administrative team.

Celebrating the Power of Reading!

At Lutz K-8, we believe literacy opens doors to endless possibilities. Let's unlock the magic of books and inspire our students to develop a lifelong passion for reading. Together, we can create a brighter future for all through the power of literacy!

Share with us your favorite picture book.

Happy Grandparents Day! We recognize the grandparents in our school community for their support and guidance. Your involvement helps make our community a better place.

🚘 BEEP BEEP 🚘 The Hillsborough County Tax Collector's Office is hosting another Student Services and Licence Renewals Saturday on September 13! If you know a student ready to take their written or road skills test to get their driver's license, or a family member looking to renew their license, this is their chance.

Appointments are required. Families can call 813-635-5200 (option 5) to register and schedule an appointment for this event, which goes from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please note: spots are limited and appointments cannot be made online.

For eligibility requirements and more information, please visit hillstax.org/saturday-license-services.

It's time to pick out your outfit! Next Tuesday, September 9th, is picture day.

September is Attendance Awareness Month! Ensuring every student attends school regularly is crucial for their success and bright futures. Your support can make a difference!

Come on out to Buchanan Middle School this evening to cheer on our Basketball Teams! The girls play at 6pm followed by the boys at 7pm. Remember to purchase your tickets online before the game. https://hillsboroughcountypsfl.sites.thrillshare.com/o/hcps/page/athletics