May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Every student deserves to feel seen, supported, and valued. All month long, we’ll share simple ways to support emotional well‑being for students, families, and staff.
Check our social channels each week for:
✨ Motivating Mondays – Encouragement to start the week strong
🌿 Wellness Wednesdays – Tips and resources for mental wellness
Explore additional resources anytime at https://www.hillsboroughschools.org/mentalhealth
Check our social channels each week for:
✨ Motivating Mondays – Encouragement to start the week strong
🌿 Wellness Wednesdays – Tips and resources for mental wellness
Explore additional resources anytime at https://www.hillsboroughschools.org/mentalhealth
Attention Parents /Guardians of HCPS Students who participate in sports....
Hillsborough County Public Schools Parents and Guardians,
We want to make you aware of a new state requirement that will impact some high school athletes beginning with the 2026-2027 school year.
Under Florida Statute 1006.20, known as the Second Chance Act, and effective July 1, 2026, students who are participating in Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) athletics for the first time must have a cleared Electrocardiogram (ECG) before they can participate.
This requirement applies to:
Rising 9th grade students who plan to participate in an FHSAA athletic program in high school
Students in grades 10–12 who plan to participate in FHSAA athletics and have not previously played a high school sport
This requirement does not apply to:
Students participating in Band, Chorus, Orchestra, Color Guard, or ROTC
Middle school athletes
An ECG completed within two (2) years prior to July 1 of the participation year will satisfy this requirement. Students who have cardiac symptoms should consult with their healthcare provider. If an ECG requires additional evaluation, the student must be cleared by a licensed medical practitioner trained in the diagnosis, evaluation, and management of ECGs before participating in any FHSAA athletic competition, practice, tryouts, or workouts.
Hillsborough County Public Schools has partnered with local healthcare providers to offer regional ECG screening opportunities for students. Click on the link below for free or low-cost opportunities to schedule an ECG.
ECG Screenings Information here
Thank you for your attention to this important update and for your continued support of student health and safety.
Hillsborough County Public Schools
Bright mornings, safe rides, and kind smiles — our school bus drivers make every school day possible. 🚍✨
Today is School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Help us celebrate the people who guide our kids to learning with care and patience. Thank you for going the extra mile!
Today is School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Help us celebrate the people who guide our kids to learning with care and patience. Thank you for going the extra mile!
EOC Tutoring
Students from Plant City High School explored careers in the electrical field with visits to TECO and the IBEW Local 915 Training Center ⚡️
They learned about linemen, substations, and control panels, sat in on a wiring class, and worked alongside apprentices in a hands-on workshop. Students also connected with Plant City High grads who shared how classroom learning translates into real careers 👏
They learned about linemen, substations, and control panels, sat in on a wiring class, and worked alongside apprentices in a hands-on workshop. Students also connected with Plant City High grads who shared how classroom learning translates into real careers 👏
THE COUNTDOWN IS ON ⏳🎓 Class of 2026, there are just 26 days until graduation ceremonies begin!
In less than a month, our seniors will walk across the stage and turn the page to their next chapter. We can’t wait to celebrate you! 🎉
View the full schedule of this year’s commencement ceremonies at hillsboroughschools.org/graduation.
In less than a month, our seniors will walk across the stage and turn the page to their next chapter. We can’t wait to celebrate you! 🎉
View the full schedule of this year’s commencement ceremonies at hillsboroughschools.org/graduation.
Congratulations to the high school and career center students who were honored at the Pin Chasers Turnaround Achievement Awards yesterday! 🏆
Each student was presented with a plaque recognizing their academic achievements, as well as their effort, perseverance, and commitment to reaching their goals.
Each student was presented with a plaque recognizing their academic achievements, as well as their effort, perseverance, and commitment to reaching their goals.
Know a high schooler who’s passionate about helping younger students succeed? 📚🤝
The HCPS RAISE High School Tutoring Program is now accepting applications for the summer! This initiative is designed to train, equip, and support juniors and seniors as they tutor kindergarten through 3rd-grade students in early literacy skills.
Participants will earn volunteer service hours and may qualify for the New Worlds Scholar award from the Florida Department of Education.
For FAQs or to apply, visit https://bit.ly/Su26_HCPS_RAISE_HS_Tutoring_FAQ.
The HCPS RAISE High School Tutoring Program is now accepting applications for the summer! This initiative is designed to train, equip, and support juniors and seniors as they tutor kindergarten through 3rd-grade students in early literacy skills.
Participants will earn volunteer service hours and may qualify for the New Worlds Scholar award from the Florida Department of Education.
For FAQs or to apply, visit https://bit.ly/Su26_HCPS_RAISE_HS_Tutoring_FAQ.
LET’S GO BOLTS! ⚡️💙🏒 Alright, HCPS Family, it’s time to show off our Tampa Bay Lightning pride!
Be sure to wear your favorite Bolts gear this Friday, April 17, to celebrate the start of the Stanley Cup Playoffs as the Lightning take on the Montreal Canadiens.
Be sure to wear your favorite Bolts gear this Friday, April 17, to celebrate the start of the Stanley Cup Playoffs as the Lightning take on the Montreal Canadiens.
ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL FAMILIES! Join us for our first-ever HCPS Apprenticeship Night on Wednesday, April 29!
Learn more about local apprenticeship programs and paid, hands-on career opportunities in fields like ironworking, electrical work, and pipefitting. Apprenticeships allow students to earn while they learn and can lead to rewarding careers after high school.
📍 Riverview High School – Cafeteria
⏰ 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Explore exciting career opportunities and learn how apprenticeships can help students build a successful future!
Learn more about local apprenticeship programs and paid, hands-on career opportunities in fields like ironworking, electrical work, and pipefitting. Apprenticeships allow students to earn while they learn and can lead to rewarding careers after high school.
📍 Riverview High School – Cafeteria
⏰ 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Explore exciting career opportunities and learn how apprenticeships can help students build a successful future!
Mark these important dates in your calendar as we finish off the school year!
Throughout April, students from more than 30 HCPS high schools are attending Future Fair Hiring Events—connecting with 50+ employers, training programs, and community partners. 🤝
Students explore career pathways, learn about internships and apprenticeships, take part in on-the-spot interviews, and even receive job offers—making real moves toward their post-graduation future. 🎓💼🚀
Students explore career pathways, learn about internships and apprenticeships, take part in on-the-spot interviews, and even receive job offers—making real moves toward their post-graduation future. 🎓💼🚀
Over 180 students from 12 HCPS schools attended Auto Career Day at Erwin Tech! 🚗
Students toured the automotive shop, heard from industry professionals during a panel discussion, and connected with more than 25 local dealerships to explore career paths, internships, and job opportunities.
#CTE
Students toured the automotive shop, heard from industry professionals during a panel discussion, and connected with more than 25 local dealerships to explore career paths, internships, and job opportunities.
#CTE
In recognition of National Assistant Principals Week, we proudly celebrate all of our Assistant Principals for their exceptional leadership and dedication. Thank you for all you do!
🌟 Happy School Library Month!
Our library is a hub for discovery, imagination, and growth. We are grateful for our amazing library staff who inspire a love of reading and learning in our students. 📚✨
Our library is a hub for discovery, imagination, and growth. We are grateful for our amazing library staff who inspire a love of reading and learning in our students. 📚✨
Celebrating Volunteer Appreciation Month!
Thank you to all of our incredible volunteers who help our schools thrive and our students succeed. We are deeply grateful for the time, dedication, and heart our volunteers give to support our students and schools every day.
Thank you to all of our incredible volunteers who help our schools thrive and our students succeed. We are deeply grateful for the time, dedication, and heart our volunteers give to support our students and schools every day.
