One of the beautiful things about the International Baccalaureate Program, especially in the younger grades, are the pillars of compassion and empathy. So, when the students at Roland Park K-8 heard about the wildfires in Maui, their first thoughts were, ‘How can we help?’ From there, an idea was born. “At Roland Park, we are…
“I went through a phase in middle school where…I loathed [reading] because I was being forced to do it…I think that books are like amusement parks, and sometimes we have to let the kids choose the rides. And I wasn’t being given that opportunity to ride, to find my groove.” Kwame Alexander, author of The Crossover….
When bestselling authors and co-parents Erica and Jonathan Catherman decided to write their next parenting book, they asked themselves a question: “How well had we done to prepare our “adulting” kids to leave home?” Knowing other parents were likely asking themselves the same question, they came up with “Raising Them Ready,” a guide for parents…
Hot, humid and muggy! Those are just a few of the words to describe the intense heat the Tampa Bay area has been experiencing this summer. It’s probably tough for the air conditioning in your house to keep up! Now imagine how hard it is on the air conditioning in our schools. Hillsborough County Public…
Over the past few years, we have welcomed numerous new families to the Tampa Bay area who were seeking the warmth of not just the sun, but of our community too. Diving into a new city can be a tad overwhelming when your quest is not only to find a house, but a home; not…
Local mom Denise Taylor shares expert tips on how Tampa Bay area families can find abundant local resources to kick off their homeschool journey.
As parents, we are the number one advocate for our children when it comes to their educational journey. Ensuring that your child has all the resources and support they need to be successful is our top priority as well in Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS).
These four award-winning students from Hillsborough County Public Schools are sharing their successes and advice for doing the things they love. Justice Jones Rising fifth-grader, Hunters Green Elementary, Tampa Award: Hillsborough County Elementary Fine Arts Festival, All County Modern Band Drummer On his passion for music: “I love to do what I do because I…
We want to welcome you and your children back to school for the 2023-2024 school year! The Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library is always available online as a resource for students throughout the year. Here are some of our favorite resources to share for the new school year: eBooks at the Library eBooks are accessible through…
Corbett Prep shares pro tips on how to prepare your young kids for the first day of school.
Tampa mom Michelle Schomp is sharing her family’s journey with worldschooling and is showing you how you can do it too!
Thank you. Sometimes, you just need to say thank you. Especially when you receive $653,000,000. That is how much money our school district has received, so far, from you, taxpayers, through the Education Referendum, which voters approved in November, 2018. The money is earmarked specifically for improvements to our schools such as air conditioning renovations…
The Academy of Finance Program: Sounds like some fancy course at the college level, right? Did you know five of our high schools in Hillsborough County offer The Academy of Finance Program? And, even better, there are big scholarship opportunities available to students who complete this prestigious program. “The Academy of Finance is one…
Lindsay Carson, Chief Executive Officer of the Early Learning Coalition of Pinellas County, shares details about optimal start times for learning, and how every parent can find the right Early Learning Center (ELC) for their budget.
When your child is in elementary school, volunteering is easy. When your child gets to middle school, it can be a different story.
Kanopy Kids is a free (with your library card) streaming service that’s accessible on any device with curated content, parental controls and no ads!
From outdoor adventures to pickleball games to escape rooms to playwriting, preteens and teens can fill their summer days with camps that reflect their interests.
Earth Day is April 22. Check out this list of ten actions that we’re considering taking that can help make our world a better place.
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) recently put the migrating monarch butterfly on its Red List for Endangered Species.
Meet the 5th grade recipient of Hillsborough County’s 2022 Anti-Bullying Recognition Award and find out how you can nominate a child or teen who has gone above and beyond to battle bullying.
Experts with the Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library are sharing some ways to make navigating the sea of books a little smoother to find books your kid will love.
Learn more about the many VPK options for your child through the Early Learning Coalition of Pasco and Hernando Counties.
The Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library is hosting a Summer Reading Challenge for all ages from June 1 – July 31, 2023!
Playing with your child supports early brain development. Learn how to make playtime meaningful with just five minutes each day.
Learn how the peer mentoring program at Seminole Heights Elementary is building communication, empathy, and kindness between groups of students.
We’re sharing the best STEM summer camps and science summer camps in Tampa Bay.
Reading aloud anything—a picture book, a comic book, a fairy tale, books about insects, anything your child is interested in—will yield benefits, including for our neurodiverse and non-English speaking listeners.
Teams from each Hillsborough Co. public school are buffing up on their trivia to compete in the Black History Brain Bowl on Feb. 11th.
Learn how an education from Shorecrest Prep can ensure your child is ready to thrive in university life and beyond as a self-directed learner.
If you resolved to do more for your community in 2023, here’s how including the kids in your commitment benefits the whole family.
STEAMfest returns this January to Shorecrest Prep, where families can enjoy a variety of fun activities centered on STEAM subjects.
Did you know that 90% of a child’s brain is developed by age 5? The Florida VPK Program can help prepare your child for Kindergarten.
Hillsborough Co. Public Schools Teacher of the Year Finalists offer questions for parents to ask their kids to encourage opening up.
Alice Santana talks about the transformational power of the performing arts and how she balances parenting with her rewarding career.
Transforming schools into Hurricane Ian evacuation shelters is no easy task, but one that staff and community partners took in stride.
When educators focus on Kindness, Information Literacy, Problem-Solving Mind-Sets and Optimism we are answering the needs of society.
Background research combined with on-campus visits will help you narrow down your school options and identify a good match.
Making the case for school-aged mental health days: 50 percent of all lifetime mental health illnesses start by the adolescent years.
Get homework help with these resources from the library including live interactive tutoring, virtual science experiments, and more.
The Montessori Academy at Essrig is a new magnet program for Hillsborough County Public Schools that seeks to develop natural interests.
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about bullying and what we can do as a community to prevent it.
Kate White with Glazer Children’s Museum in Tampa shares fun DIY spooky science experiments to become a mad scientist this Halloween!
Children who experience International Baccalaureate in their early years of schooling develop learning skills at higher rates than others.
GuideWell Emergency Doctors is an advanced urgent care facility with the same capabilities as an ER that could save you time and money.
From total French immersion to Montessori learning, and Amazonian exploration, take your child’s learning beyond the ordinary with these exciting programs!
Librarian shares her favorite social emotional learning books for kids to address 5 areas of SEL available from your local public library.
For the Butts Family, Corbett Prep is more than just a school. It helped set their children on a path of success they may have never realized.
Our children’s safety is always of the utmost importance. Did you ever think that we would need to teach them about backpack safety?
Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day is Saturday, Sept 17, 2022! We’re sharing which Tampa Bay area museums are taking part to open their doors for FREE.
A Hillsborough Public Schools referendum would increase teacher salaries and expand programs such as art, music and workforce development.
Emotional Intelligence (EQ) involves the development of self-control and people skills vital for success in school, work and life.
Feel “Back to School” energy no matter your age with these learning resources from the Hillsborough County Public library.
Ease back from the lazy days of summer and set your family up for success with these tips to make packing school lunchboxes a breeze.
Music class facilitates social-emotional learning and community while helping kids find their voice and place in the world.
Teachers help cultivate curiosity inside and outside of the classroom, fostering a culture of education that extends long after graduation.
Between the pandemic and recent school/mass shootings, here are tips to ease anxiety and help families mentally prepare for back to school.
Beat the rush and avoid last minute scramble: Here’s what you need to know to prep yourself and your children for the first day of school.
Florida offers FREE Voluntary Prekindergarten to all families whose child is four years old by September 1st!
Can you believe back-to-school time is just around the corner? We all know what that means—supplies shopping! But instead of simply stocking your child’s backpack, consider how you can shop for their room in order to decorate with intention. Styling your kids room the right way can contribute to a successful and productive school year….
Our Hillsborough County education referendum cash is hard at work this summer making major improvements to our schools.
