Shields Middle School

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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!

No alarms. No homework. Just Fall Break stuff. 😎🍁

Enjoy your time off! We wish everyone a happy and safe break.

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! ❤️🤍💙

Great American Teach In is Thursday, November 20. This year's theme is, "Inspiring Students Through Real World Connections." Sign up to be a guest speaker today.

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.

Congratulations to our 2025-2026 Principal of the Year, Ms. Deanna Fisher from Shields Middle School!

Over the past four years, Ms. Fisher has transformed Shields by implementing strong systems, innovative instructional strategies, and a culture of continuous growth. Under her leadership, student achievement and teacher development have risen each year.

As the principal of the largest middle school in our district, Ms. Fisher continues to lead with vision, compassion, and an undeniable commitment to student success.

Congratulations, Ms. Fisher! You are truly #LeadingTheWay!

🇺🇸 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!

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

➕➖ 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.

Congratulations to Deputy Lawrence Thomas from Shields Middle School for being named the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office 2025 Outstanding Black Law Enforcement Deputy of the Year!

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

➕➖ 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.

Don't forget to submit your designs for the Hillsborough Reads Bookmark Contest! 📚

Help our students "Get Caught Reading!" by creating a colorful and engaging bookmark that celebrates our district-wide literacy initiative.

Educators and students in all grade levels can design a 2.5" x 7" bookmark for a chance to have their artwork professionally printed and shared across schools!

Entries are due to your school’s art teacher by EOD next Friday, Oct. 31. Winners will be announced in December!

For the full guidelines and entry form, visit https://bit.ly/hillsreadsbookmark.

During National School Bus Safety Week, we celebrate our dedicated drivers and emphasize the importance of school bus safety for all—students, parents, and community members.

🚸🚌 Every day, we transport 78,000 students to school, highlighting safety as our top priority. ⚠️ Safety first, always!

Hillsborough Virtual School offers high-quality education to all K-12 students, featuring a diverse range of courses tailored to meet various interests and career paths. From core academic subjects to innovative electives, our offerings cater to full-time, part-time, or credit recovery learners.

Explore the options today and start your journey and discover what's possible at HVS: http://hillsboroughschools.org/virtual 💻✨

Hillsborough Virtual School offers high-quality education to all K-12 students, featuring a diverse range of courses tailored to meet various interests and career paths. From core academic subjects to innovative electives, our offerings cater to full-time, part-time, or credit recovery learners.

Explore the options today and start your journey and discover what's possible at HVS: http://hillsboroughschools.org/virtual 💻✨

TIME TO TUNE IN 🕧 Math Homework Hotline begins NOW!

Here's a look at tonight's Challenge Problem.

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