Sumner High School

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The 2026-2027 School Choice & Magnet Application opens on Monday, October 20, at 5 p.m. ✨HCPS gives families the power to find the best fit for their student, allowing them to explore, grow, and shine.

📣 Save the date!

Join us for the Mid-Autumn Harvest Moon Children’s Festival and Seniors’ Fair this Saturday, September 27, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Alonso High School.

This special celebration will feature academic awards, recognition of Vietnamese American History Essay winners, a traditional Asian national outfits showcase, a Lion Dance, and cultural performances from Vietnamese, Taiwanese, Korean, Filipino, and Bangladeshi groups. Families can also enjoy free lanterns, face painting, candy for children, and delicious Asian cuisine.

The Seniors’ Fair will provide valuable resources on estate planning, health and assisted living options, as well as free memory screenings and hearing tests.

This event is more than a festival — it is a community effort to uplift our youth, support our seniors, and strengthen bonds across generations and cultures!

It's National Arts in Education Week! 🎨🎭 HCPS celebrates the importance of arts education, which fosters creativity, self-expression, and critical thinking across our district. Whether through painting, music, dance, or theater, the arts enrich student learning.

During National Latin & Hispanic Heritage Month, our school district celebrates the rich cultures, traditions, and achievements of Hispanic and Latino communities. 🇲🇽🇨🇺🇸🇻

CALLING ALL STUDENT ARTISTS! 🖍️ It’s time to show off your creativity with our Every Day Matters Poster Contest. In partnership with United Way Suncoast, we’re challenging students to show why coming to school every day makes a difference. Use a powerful slogan, meaningful artwork, or both to share your unique perspective on what motivates you to show up.

The contest will run through Friday, October 10. Posters must be submitted through your art teacher and sent via school mail to our K-12 Arts Supervisor, Laura Hobby.

IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR! 🎉 Math Homework Hotline is ready to kick off a new season. Tonight's topic is Sums and Differences of Rational Numbers.

Join hosts Maggie Mixon and Kenella Prato live at 6 p.m. Tutors will begin taking calls starting at 5:30 p.m. For help on any math topic, call 813-840-7260.

Math Homework Hotline airs on Spectrum Ch. 635, Frontier Ch. 32, or online at hillsboroughschools.org/mhh.

Thank you to our sponsors, EdGems Math and Mathnasium!

Today, we take a moment to remember and honor those affected by September 11, 2001. We also want to recognize the heroes who stepped up and emphasize the importance of coming together as a school community. 🇺🇸

Happy Grandparents Day! We recognize the grandparents in our school community for their support and guidance. Your involvement helps make our community a better place.

🚘 BEEP BEEP 🚘 The Hillsborough County Tax Collector's Office is hosting another Student Services and Licence Renewals Saturday on September 13! If you know a student ready to take their written or road skills test to get their driver's license, or a family member looking to renew their license, this is their chance.

Appointments are required. Families can call 813-635-5200 (option 5) to register and schedule an appointment for this event, which goes from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please note: spots are limited and appointments cannot be made online.

For eligibility requirements and more information, please visit hillstax.org/saturday-license-services.

September is Attendance Awareness Month! Ensuring every student attends school regularly is crucial for their success and bright futures. Your support can make a difference!

Wishing ALL of our incredible employees a happy and safe Labor Day! Your dedication and hard work make a positive difference in our students' lives. Thank you for everything you do!

Calling All Future Leaders: Apply for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Scholarship!
Are you graduating in 2026 and making a positive impact in your school or community through leadership and service?

The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation is awarding $20,000 scholarships to high school seniors who exemplify leadership, service, and academic excellence.

Application Period: August 1 – September 30, 2025

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants must be:
✅ Graduating high school in the 2025–2026 academic year
✅ Enrolled at a school in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., or select DoD schools
✅ Eligible for federal financial aid
✅ Planning to attend college in the U.S.

🚫 Applicants may not be:
❌ Children or grandchildren of Coca-Cola System employees
❌ Attending international schools outside the U.S., Puerto Rico, or D.C.
❌ Already graduated from high school
❌ Temporary U.S. residents

Apply Now: www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org
Questions? Email: scholars@coca-cola.com

Have you downloaded the Hillsborough County Public Schools app? 📱

Download it now and enable notifications to get the latest news, events, updates, and important info right at your fingertips. Be part of the HCPS community and stay engaged and informed every step of the way! 🎉

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Google Play: https://aptg.co/sG8Xg3

Are you headed to a football game tonight? Here’s how you can purchase tickets through the GoFan ticketing platform. 1. In your preferred web browser, enter “gofan.co” OR download the GoFan app in the Apple App Store/Google Play Store https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/gofan-high-school-tickets/id1049091284 https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.gofan.fan.iron 2. Search the school you are looking to purchase tickets for 3. When you see the event pop up, click the “Buy Tickets” button 4. Select how many tickets you would like to purchase and hit “Add to cart” 5. Be sure to add your information and agree to the terms and conditions 6. Next, enter your email address and hit continue 7. You can pay by credit card or by linking your bank 8. Click “Buy Now” and show your ticket at the gate

🚍✨ Don’t forget to join us at the HCPS Transportation Fair on Wednesday, August 20, from 9 am to 1 pm! Discover exciting opportunities in bus driving and mechanics.

Register now at https://bit.ly/B2SSchoolBus and get ready for on-the-spot interviews for available positions. Your new career journey starts at HCPS!

Stay connected with Hillsborough County Schools like never before! Download the Hillsborough County Schools app today from the iOS App Store or the Android Play Store. Make sure to enable notifications so you're always in the loop with the latest news, events, updates, and essential information. It's your go-to resource for staying engaged and informed.

Download Now:
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Google Play: https://aptg.co/sG8Xg3

Back to school means back on the move, and the Hillsborough Transit Authority is here to help!

Students ages 5–18 can ride HART buses for half the regular fare with a Youth Pass. To sign up, just stop by a HART Customer Service window, available Monday through Saturday.

Have questions? Visit GoHART.org or call 813-254-4278.