
Bring your curiosity and come explore the amazing science projects created by our talented students! Please join us on THIS Thursday, September 18th from 4 to 6 pm for our 5th Grade Science Fair in the Media Center.


Good Afternoon Thunderbolt families! Please save the date, Thursday, September 18th from 4 to 6 pm will be our Thunderbolt Night where we strike as one. We will have an evening full of games, reading, 5th Grade Science Fair, raffle give-a-ways, & so much More. Bring the whole family and let's have some fun.


This is a friendly reminder students are released TODAY at 12:55 pm.


Hi Everyone,
We are looking for volunteers to speak to our students about making great career choices for the Great American Teach-In on Thursday, November 20th from 8am to 1pm. Could you please volunteer to come out and share your passion for what you do?
You could share the vital role you play in your organization, read to our students about career choices or setting goals, or even bring equipment that you work with every day to help you do your job (like a police car / work truck, stethoscope, puppets, computers, etc. (please make sure the equipment is kid and school friendly)). No career field is too big or too small.
If you’re unable to volunteer, you can still help out by forwarding this message to others. We looking forward to your reply, help and support!
We are looking for volunteers to speak to our students about making great career choices for the Great American Teach-In on Thursday, November 20th from 8am to 1pm. Could you please volunteer to come out and share your passion for what you do?
You could share the vital role you play in your organization, read to our students about career choices or setting goals, or even bring equipment that you work with every day to help you do your job (like a police car / work truck, stethoscope, puppets, computers, etc. (please make sure the equipment is kid and school friendly)). No career field is too big or too small.
If you’re unable to volunteer, you can still help out by forwarding this message to others. We looking forward to your reply, help and support!


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
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 3 ➗✖️ Tonight's topic for Math Homework Hotline is "Integer Operations."
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.
Thank you to our sponsors, EdGems Math and Mathnasium!
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.
Thank you to our sponsors, EdGems Math and Mathnasium!


More choices. More options. More to explore!
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!
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!
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!


Parents,
Please feel free to take advantage of this opportunity to purchase your child’s Kona Ice for the whole school year! You will not have to worry about your child missing out, fiddling around to make change, or interrupt classroom learning time. Simply scan the QR code, pre-pay for your child's treat, and the kids enjoy. Students who purchase a Kona-Ice treat can enjoy it after lunch on Friday, October 3rd.
Friendly reminder, to maximize student instructional time and reduce classroom interruptions, the office can not accept Kona-Ice funds pass 8:00 am for any student on Friday, October 3rd.
Please feel free to take advantage of this opportunity to purchase your child’s Kona Ice for the whole school year! You will not have to worry about your child missing out, fiddling around to make change, or interrupt classroom learning time. Simply scan the QR code, pre-pay for your child's treat, and the kids enjoy. Students who purchase a Kona-Ice treat can enjoy it after lunch on Friday, October 3rd.
Friendly reminder, to maximize student instructional time and reduce classroom interruptions, the office can not accept Kona-Ice funds pass 8:00 am for any student on Friday, October 3rd.


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.
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.



Next week is Start With Hello week, to build community and friendship! Start with Hello teaches students the skills they need to reach out and include those who may be dealing with social isolation and connectedness within their classrooms, school, or community. We will have themed days that students can participate in to promote the Sandy Hook Promise program. Here are the steps to Start with Hello:
Step 1: See someone alone
Step 2: Reach out and help
Step 3: Start with Hello!
Step 1: See someone alone
Step 2: Reach out and help
Step 3: Start with Hello!


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!
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.
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.


Pre-pay for your child's Kona-Ice treat NOW! That's right parents, no more fiddling around trying to make change. Simply scan the QR code, pre-pay for your child's treat, and the kids enjoy. Remember THIS Friday, September 5th, is Kona Ice Day! From 10:30 am to 1:30 pm, students who purchase a Kona-Ice treat can enjoy it after lunch.
Friendly reminder, to maximize student instructional time and reduce classroom interruptions, the office can not accept Kona-Ice funds pass 8:00 am for any student on Friday.
Friendly reminder, to maximize student instructional time and reduce classroom interruptions, the office can not accept Kona-Ice funds pass 8:00 am for any student on Friday.


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!
