📚 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! 🎉📖

about 2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
celebrate literacy week decorative graphic
🎉 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
about 2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
grade school age kids in classroom with hands up
There will be no classes for students on Monday, January 19. Regular classes will resume on Tuesday, January 20.
about 2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Reminder No School
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!
about 2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
2025 Graduation Rate
New year. New opportunities. 🚦
Looking for stability, great benefits, and work-life balance? Attend our Transportation Job Fair on Wednesday, January 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

📍9455 Harney Rd, Thonotosassa

We offer medical insurance, retirement plans, free training, paid holidays, guaranteed hours, school calendar vacations, summer 4-day work weeks, and overtime opportunities. Hiring bus drivers and mechanics!

➡️ HCPSJobs.com
2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
More Than A Transportation Team Member
We hope this message finds you well. As part of our ongoing efforts to promote punctuality and maximize daily instructional time, we will be utilizing the student information systems (Focus Tardy Management System), beginning on Monday, January 12th.

This program is designed to support our school’s existing tardy management plan by streamlining the tracking and reporting of student tardiness. The system will allow for more accurate documentation and timely communication with families, while reinforcing the importance of arriving to class on time to include appropriate consequences for excessive tardiness.

At Mulrennan students will receive the following consequences for excessive tardies:
5 tardies- Detention/Work Detail, Loss of Privileges, Restorative Practice, Conference with Parent, and/or Conference with Student
10 tardies- Detention/Work Detail, Loss of Privileges, Restorative Practice, Conference with Parent, Conference with Student, and/or 1 Day ISS
15 tardies- Conference with Parent, Conference with Student, and/or 1-2 Days ISS
20 tardies- Conference with Parent, Conference with Student, and/or 1 Day ATOSS
25+ tardies- Conference with Parent, Conference with Student, and/or 1-2 Days ATOSS

We encourage you to speak with your student about this update and remind them of the value of punctuality in fostering a productive learning environment. To ensure that our students have time to familiarize themselves with this new process, we are resetting tardies to zero beginning Monday, January 12th. Tardies will reset once again at the beginning of the fourth nine weeks in March.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting our students’ success.

2 months ago, Mulrennan Middle School
his image is a school poster outlining the Mulrennan Middle School Tardy Policy. Overall Layout The poster is arranged vertically and uses blue, gray, and black text on a white background. It appears formal and informational. Top Section At the top left, there is a circular school seal/logo with a figure in the center (details are not fully distinguishable). Across the top right, large text reads: “Where EVERY student can EXCEL!” The words “EVERY” and “EXCEL” are emphasized in bold, capital letters. Along the left side of the poster, written vertically, the word “Mulrennan” appears in large blue letters. Title and Motto Centered near the top is the heading: “Tardy Policy” Directly below it is a quote: “Success starts on time—be there, be ready!” Table Structure Below the title is a table with two columns: Left column: “# of Tardies” Right column: “Actions Assigned” A small note under “Actions Assigned” states: Not all actions are required. Action/consequence is based on individual school policy. Policy Details by Number of Tardies 3–4 Tardies Minor infraction Classroom-managed minor behavior 5 Tardies Detention or work detail Loss of privileges Restorative practices Conference with parent Conference with student 10 Tardies Detention or work detail Loss of privileges Restorative practices One day of in-school suspension Conference with parent Conference with student 15 Tardies One to two days of in-school suspension Conference with parent Conference with student 20 Tardies One day of ATOSS (alternative to out-of-school suspension) Conference with parent Conference with student 25 Tardies One to two days of ATOSS Conference with parent Conference with student Purpose of the Image The poster explains the progressive consequences for repeated tardiness, emphasizing accountability, parental involvement, and restorative approaches as tardies increase.
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! To ensure we continue to provide high-quality, rigorous learning opportunities that meet the needs of our students and prepare them for college and careers, we are asking HCPS families to complete a brief survey.

The survey shouldn’t take more than a few minutes to fill out and will be a valuable source of information for us as we work to make our schools and district stronger.

You may complete the survey online using a computer, tablet, or smartphone now through Friday, January 23. Please check your email for a direct link from your school's survey coordinator.

We thank you in advance for your thoughtful responses and support.
2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
HCPS Annual Continuous Improvement Survey
Monday, January 5, is a non-student day. We look forward to welcoming students back on Tuesday, January 6.
2 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Reminder No School
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!
3 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Superintendent's Winter Break Reading Challenge
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!
3 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Superintendent's Winter Break Reading Challenge
No alarms. No homework. Just Fall Break stuff. 😎🍁

Enjoy your time off! We wish everyone a happy and safe break.
4 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Penda Fall Challenge will be November 21 - 30

PRACTICE SCIENCE - WIN PRIZES.

“COMPLETE PENDA ACTIVITIES WITH 60% ACCURACY AND BE ENTERED INTO A DRAWING.”

LOCATED IN YOUR CANVAS SCIENCE CLASS ASSIGNMENTS.

PRIZES INCLUDE:
CANDY
PRIVATE LUNCH TABLE
GIFT CARDS
AND MORE!
4 months ago, Mulrennan Middle School
The image is a colorful promotional flyer for an event called “Penda Fall Challenge.” The background is white, and the design includes autumn-themed decorations and festive characters. Top Section Across the top, there is a horizontal border of orange and red autumn leaves strung together like a garland. Below the garland, the large text reads: “PENDA” in bold orange uppercase letters. Underneath, in a cursive brown font: “Fall Challenge.” Middle Section The event dates are displayed in bold black text: “NOVEMBER 21 - 30.” Below that, in bright red uppercase letters: “PRACTICE SCIENCE - WIN PRIZES.” Next line in orange uppercase letters: “COMPLETE PENDA ACTIVITIES WITH 60% ACCURACY AND BE ENTERED INTO A DRAWING.” Then in smaller black text: “LOCATED IN YOUR CANVAS SCIENCE CLASS ASSIGNMENTS.” To the right of this section, there is a cartoon robot character wearing a traditional pilgrim hat (brown with a yellow buckle). Bottom Section On the left, there is a cartoon turkey with colorful feathers in shades of red, orange, and yellow. On the right, in red uppercase letters: “PRIZES INCLUDE: CANDY PRIVATE LUNCH TABLE GIFT CARDS AND MORE!” The overall theme is festive and autumnal, with bright fall colors like orange, red, and brown. The flyer promotes a science challenge where students can win prizes by completing activities with at least 60% accuracy.
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! ❤️🤍💙
4 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.
4 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Native American and Alaskan Heritage Month
Upcoming community project hosted by The Skills Center in collaboration with Meals of Hope and the Suncoast Tampa Association of Realtors. We will be distributing 10,000 boxes of nonperishable food items—including pasta, rice medley, bean and rice casserole, mac and cheese, lentil rice and vegetable bowls, apple cinnamon oatmeal, and vegetable and rice soup.

The event will take place on Friday, November 7, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at The Skills Center (address listed on the flyer). Food will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, and at this time, there is no limit on the number of boxes per family—our goal is to share all 10,000 boxes with the community.
4 months ago, Mulrennan Middle School
The image is a promotional flyer for a community event. The overall design features bright orange and white colors with bold text. At the top, there is the logo for The Skills Center on an orange background with a dotted pattern. The central part of the image shows a group of people actively participating in a food-packing activity. They are wearing gloves and handling food items, such as scoops and containers, suggesting a volunteer effort to prepare meal boxes. One person in the foreground is wearing a light blue shirt with visible text that reads “FOR GOOD” in large letters. Below the photo, there is a large black banner with white text that says: BOXED WITH PURPOSE Free Meal Box Pickup Non-Perishable Items Underneath, in orange and white text, it reads: UNITING TO END HUNGER – ONE BOX AT A TIME Event details are listed at the bottom: Friday: 11AM – 12:30PM NOV 7, 2025 Location: The Skills Center, 5107 N. 22nd St, Tampa, FL 33610 Logos of three organizations appear at the bottom: The Skills Center Suncoast Tampa Association of Realtors Meals of Hope The overall message promotes a charitable event focused on distributing free meal boxes to fight hunger.
🇺🇸 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!
4 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
4 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.
4 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Math Homework Hotline
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
5 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.
5 months ago, Hillsborough County Public Schools
Math Homework Hotline Topic