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! 🙌
🌸 Spring Picture Day — March 5th! 📸
Get ready for bright smiles and fresh spring style! 🌼
Spring Picture Day is coming up on March 5th, so be sure your student comes dressed in their favorite spring look and ready for their close‑up.
✨ See flyer for information on ordering!
We can’t wait to capture these spring memories! 💛
Get ready for bright smiles and fresh spring style! 🌼
Spring Picture Day is coming up on March 5th, so be sure your student comes dressed in their favorite spring look and ready for their close‑up.
✨ See flyer for information on ordering!
We can’t wait to capture these spring memories! 💛
📚✨ Get Ready for Our Book Fair! ✨📚
Our annual Book Fair kicks off next week, and we can’t wait to share all the new stories, adventures, and must‑read favorites with you!
🎉 Dates: Monday-Friday Feb. 23-27 (students shop with their classes on a specific date) The Book Fair will be open from 1:30-3:30 on Monday afternoon, and 2:30-7:30 on Thursday.
***Can't make it to shop with your student: our online fair is also running during the regular fair.
📍 Location: McKitrick Media Center
• Discover new books for every reader
• Support our schools media program
• Find great gifts and classroom favorites
Bring your curiosity, your wishlist, and your love of reading. See you there! ❤️📖
#BookFair #ReadMore #SchoolEvents #BookLovers
Our annual Book Fair kicks off next week, and we can’t wait to share all the new stories, adventures, and must‑read favorites with you!
🎉 Dates: Monday-Friday Feb. 23-27 (students shop with their classes on a specific date) The Book Fair will be open from 1:30-3:30 on Monday afternoon, and 2:30-7:30 on Thursday.
***Can't make it to shop with your student: our online fair is also running during the regular fair.
📍 Location: McKitrick Media Center
• Discover new books for every reader
• Support our schools media program
• Find great gifts and classroom favorites
Bring your curiosity, your wishlist, and your love of reading. See you there! ❤️📖
#BookFair #ReadMore #SchoolEvents #BookLovers
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!
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.
📣 SAVE THE DATE!
Our Rising 5th Graders are officially on their way to Middle School!
Join us as we celebrate this exciting next step ✨
📅 Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
📍 Location: Martinez Middle School
⏰ Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm
Let’s kick off this next chapter with pride, smiles, and plenty of school spirit! 💙📚
Our Rising 5th Graders are officially on their way to Middle School!
Join us as we celebrate this exciting next step ✨
📅 Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
📍 Location: Martinez Middle School
⏰ Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm
Let’s kick off this next chapter with pride, smiles, and plenty of school spirit! 💙📚
🌟 📢 Save the Date! Kindergarten Open House — February 26, 2026! 📚
We're excited to welcome families to our Kindergarten Open House on February 26, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM!
✨ Come explore:
✔️ Engaging classrooms
✔️ Learn about our curriculum
✔️ Ask questions and get enrollment info
✔️ Experience what makes our school special!
🗓 Save the Date: February 26, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
📍 Location: McKitrick Elementary-5503 W. Lutz Lake Fern Road, Lutz, FL
Bring your child, bring your curiosity, and get ready for a fun and informative visit! We can’t wait to meet our future Kindergarteners! 💛
#KindergartenReady #OpenHouse #SaveTheDate #FutureScholars #EarlyLearning
We're excited to welcome families to our Kindergarten Open House on February 26, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM!
✨ Come explore:
✔️ Engaging classrooms
✔️ Learn about our curriculum
✔️ Ask questions and get enrollment info
✔️ Experience what makes our school special!
🗓 Save the Date: February 26, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
📍 Location: McKitrick Elementary-5503 W. Lutz Lake Fern Road, Lutz, FL
Bring your child, bring your curiosity, and get ready for a fun and informative visit! We can’t wait to meet our future Kindergarteners! 💛
#KindergartenReady #OpenHouse #SaveTheDate #FutureScholars #EarlyLearning
Don't forget tonight's the night! SMATH and LITERACY Night from 5:00-7:00
5:00-5:30 PTA General Meeting in the Cafeteria
5:30-7:00 SLAM, STEM Fair, Literacy, and SMATH activities open up
5:00-5:30 PTA General Meeting in the Cafeteria
5:30-7:00 SLAM, STEM Fair, Literacy, and SMATH activities open up
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
We’re making our final push to hear from families!
If you haven’t already, please complete the Continuous Improvement Survey. Your feedback plays an important role in shaping our programs and supports.
📲 Check your text messages for the survey link.
We appreciate your time and input!
If you haven’t already, please complete the Continuous Improvement Survey. Your feedback plays an important role in shaping our programs and supports.
📲 Check your text messages for the survey link.
We appreciate your time and input!
