We’re an A school district, and we’re excited to help your student reach new heights! The final Magnet and School Choice application window for 2026–2027 is open now—but only unt...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Link to Convention Award Photos TAMPA, Fla. (July 2, 2026) — Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) students brought home an impressive colle...

TAMPA, Fla. (July 1, 2026) — Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) has earned an A district grade from the Florida Department of Education, marking the district's first A...

TAMPA, Fla. (July 1, 2026) — Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) has earned an A district grade from the Florida Department of Education, marking the district's first A...

America 250 Read, White & Blue Bingo Reading Challenge 📚 Celebrate America’s 250th birthday by joining the Read, White & Blue Summer Reading Challenge! Students can log reading ...

When school is out, Summer BreakSpot is here to help! Children and teens 18 and under can receive no-cost meals and snacks all summer long. ✅ No application required ✅ No reg...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tampa, Fl. (June 3, 2026) –Forty-four Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) seniors have been named 2026 College‑Sponsored National Merit Scholarship...

In November 2024 , Hillsborough County residents voted to approve a millage referendum for students, providing a critical investment in the future of Hillsborough County Public...

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tampa, Fl. (May 13, 2026) – Fifteen students from Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) have been named recipients of the prestigious National Merit®...

A new Florida requirement means teens must complete a Driver Education course before taking the written driver’s license test — and Hillsborough Virtual School is offering a fast,...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TAMPA, FL (May 7, 2026) — Students from Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) earned statewide recognition for their creativity and innovation after t...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TAMPA, FL (May 5, 2026) — Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) has been named a Guy Harvey Conservation District for the 2025-2026 school year , sig...

Starting July 1, a new Florida Law — the Second Chance Act (Florida Statute 1006.20) — will require first-time high school athletes to have a cleared electrocardiogram (ECG) befor...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tampa, Fl. (April 23, 2026) –Two Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) seniors have been named 2026 Corporate‑Sponsored National Merit Scholarship wi...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TAMPA, FL (April 3, 2026) — Students from Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) have earned national recognition through the 2026 Scholastic Art & ...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tampa, Fl. (March 6, 2026) – Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) is proud to announce the top award winners from the 2026 Hillsborough Regional S...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tampa, Fl. (March 6, 2026) – Students from Strawberry Crest High School earned statewide recognition after sweeping the 25th Annual Florida ProStart Co...

​Debra Bellanti ​ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tampa, Fl. (March 5, 2026) –International has released the recipients of its 2025 Cambridge Learner Awards , and Hillsborough County ...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tampa, Fl. (February 19, 2026) – Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) proudly announces that 201 outstanding students have earned placement in the ...