Teacher to Know: Mrs. Kelly Pitt 4th Grade Teacher at Countryside Christian
Get to know beloved 4th-grade teacher at Countryside Christian, Mrs. Kelly Pitt, who has a special way of making her students feel seen and valued.
Education
Beyond the Usual Lineup: Sports like fencing, rowing and golf can also open college doors
In every sport, recruiting depends on ability, academics, persistence, and finding a program that fits. Sports like golf, rowing, and fencing—all available across the Tampa Bay area—can offer viable paths beyond the usual lineup.
September is Library Card Sign-up Month!
Libraries have long served as centers of community and knowledge worldwide, and our patrons can take full advantage of our extensive facilities and materials. Hillsborough County residents can unlock a world of entertaining and valuable knowledge and resources by signing up for a library card, including access to thousands of print and electronic books and…
Friends, Books & a Little Less Screen Time
A few days before the start of the new school year, Hillsborough County Superintendent Van Ayres was filming a back-to-school video with a group of kindergarten and first-grade students. As the cameras were being set up, he made a little small talk with the children and asked what excited them most about going back to…
- Education | Back to School | Elementary School Years | Featured | Lil Kids | Middle School Years | Parenting
The Corbett Prep Difference: The Strollo family of South Tampa share why they picked this PK-8 school for their kids
We’re learning more about the family’s decision to send their two sons to Corbett Prep and how it has changed the trajectory of their boys’ lives.
Nurturing Social-Emotional Well-Being at Lightbridge Academy Tampa-Westchase
At Lightbridge Academy of Tampa-Westchase, we believe a child’s success begins with feeling safe, supported, and connected. While early literacy, math, and science are important building blocks, social-emotional well-being is just as essential during the early years. When children learn to understand their emotions, build healthy relationships, and develop confidence, they’re better prepared to succeed…
- Back to School | Education | Elementary School Years | High School Years & Beyond | Middle School Years
Beyond the Letter Grade: What Hillsborough’s “A” Means for Students
This summer, Hillsborough County Public Schools celebrated a milestone more than a decade in the making: earning its first “A” district grade from the Florida Department of Education in more than 10 years. That’s certainly exciting news for the district, but if you’re a parent, you might be wondering: What does that actually mean for…
The K–8 Advantage with Excelsior Prep
Why More Families Are Choosing One School for the Journey Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a family can make. While traditional middle schools continue to serve many students well, a growing number of families are exploring the benefits of a K–8 education. Research suggests that continuity, strong relationships and…
STEM is Important – So What Can Parents Do About It?
STEM used to be an easy-to-understand acronym. In the 1990s, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) was an education buzzword — a category for science fair volcanoes, “Hello, World” coding and bridges built from marshmallows and toothpicks. Today, with ample access to AI, 3D printers, computer-aided design (CAD) software, digital simulators and more, STEM is…
Florida’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday: Know Before You Go!
Florida’s popular Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday returns in 2026 from Monday, July 20, to Sunday, August 20, 2026.
- Back to School | Big Kids | Education | Elementary School Years | Lil Kids | Middle School Years | Summer Break Fun
Back-to-School Fair Returns Aug. 1 with Free Backpacks, Family Fun and School-Year Inspiration
Picture this: a student proudly slinging a brand-new backpack over their shoulders, a favorite sports mascot posing for photos nearby, performers taking the stage to showcase their talents, and parents crossing items off their back-to-school shopping lists … all while enjoying a break from the Florida heat. That’s the scene families can expect at the…
Summer Support for Children with Dyslexia: How to Build Skills Without Burning Out
Summer can be a chance to grow confidence — not just catch up. We’re sharing practical, realistic ways to support children with dyslexia over the break, with ideas that strengthen literacy while keeping stress low for the whole family. Summer is finally here, bringing a much-needed break from the rigors of the school year. However,…
Watermelon Swim & St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital Foundation Partner to Prevent Childhood Drownings
Watermelon Swim and St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital Foundation have united to promote water safety and drowning prevention throughout the community.
Support Over Swag: How Parents Can Truly Appreciate Teachers
Teacher Appreciation Week is fast approaching. It’s a week many parents look forward to — a time to buy little gifts and create fun surprises to show teachers just how much they’re valued. No doubt, teachers enjoy these thoughtful gestures. However, what’s even more meaningful is how parents show appreciation all year long. Daniele Pepe…
Raising Young Entrepreneurs: The Tampa Bay Kids Market
Tampa Bay Kids Market is reshaping kids’ learning about entrepreneurship, ownership and navigating real-world challenges in real time.
Fossil hunting in Florida lands BIG find and you can make a discovery, too!
An amateur fossil hunter who found a record-breaking giant armadillo fossil shows how everyone can indulge in this hobby! Fossils are an important link to our past that help tell the story of how our planet has changed and how life has adapted — or didn’t. They’re also just really cool to look at and…
Easy Ways to Prepare for PreK
Corbett Prep’s PreK3 team compiled a list of skills they recommend parents work on with their children before school begins.
To Outer Space… And Beyond! Books about Astronomy.
Children are naturally curious about what lies beyond our planet. Here are some books the Tampa-Hillsborough County Library has about astronomy: the science that studies everything beyond earth’s atmosphere. For younger children/ preschool and lower elementary school. “Space: Let’s Zoom up to the Stars!” by DK Publishing introduces young children to vocabulary about the…
A Summer to Shine on Stage
Outsmart Lord Farquaad. Dive Under the Sea. Dance in Dalmatian dots. If you’re looking for a summer camp experience for your child that combines movement and music and generates thunderous applause, a week on stage may fit the bill. Musical theatre camps – a longstanding tradition at Corbett Prep’s CAMP IDS – give students of…
The Science of Beauty – in Hillsborough County Public Schools
Microscopes, Bunsen burners and beakers: Let’s face it—sometimes it takes a little more to get students interested in science. Especially girls. Especially middle school girls. It’s unfortunate, but the numbers tell the story. In elementary school, 74% of girls express interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). However, during the middle school years, there…
