All About Adum K-8: The Hype Surrounding Hillsborough County Schools’ Newest K-8 School
There’s always a lot of excitement when a new school opens. However, the hype surrounding the new Kenneth E. Adum K-8 surpasses all expectations!
Education
It Makes Cents: Shorecrest Prep Teaching Important Life Skill of Financial Literacy
Shorecrest believes that a challenging, college-preparatory curriculum must extend beyond academics to include a solid grounding in real-world applications. The newly launched Ross Roeder Institute for Financial Literacy, Entrepreneurship and Economics (RRI) is just one example of how the school provides that preparation.
Academy at the Lakes: We Must Teach History
Today’s public square includes much debate about the teaching of history in school. As both a school leader and a history teacher, I offer this: We must teach history in order to create active, engaged citizens. In doing so, we can also promote patriotism. Teaching History to Promote Patriotism History We teach history because history…
The Power of Play: How Corbett Prep is incorporating PLAY in the classroom
There’s serious play happening in Corbett Prep’s PreK4 class on “Not a Box” day. Piles of craft supplies—stickers, glue, ribbons, markers, colored paper—are scattered around the classroom suite as students transform cardboard boxes into cars, rockets, houses, tunnels and even a unicorn. The Study of Play: Not a Box Inspired by the book “Not a…
A Little Change – A Lot of Heart at Roland Park K-8
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…
Reengaging Teens with Reading
“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….
Raising Them Ready: Preparing kids to handle life on their own
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…
Keeping Cool in School
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…
A Place to Call Home: Corbett Prep Helps Tampa Transplants Find their Village
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 shares expert tips on how to homeschool your child in Tampa Bay
Local mom Denise Taylor shares expert tips on how Tampa Bay area families can find abundant local resources to kick off their homeschool journey.
Advocating for your Child: Tips from Hillsborough County Public Schools
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).
Hillsborough Strong: Trailblazing Students Doing Incredible Things in Music, Media and Technology
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…
How to get free eBooks and admission to museums, tutoring help, and more through your local library
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…
Getting Young Learners Ready for a Successful School Year: 7 Tips to Prepare
Corbett Prep shares pro tips on how to prepare your young kids for the first day of school.
Worldschooling: A Family Summer Sabbatical Abroad
Tampa mom Michelle Schomp is sharing her family’s journey with worldschooling and is showing you how you can do it too!
“Dear Community… Thank you. Sincerely, Hillsborough County Public Schools”
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…
Distinguished Programs Equal Huge Opportunities in Hillsborough County Public Schools
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…
What to Know About Florida’s VPK Program and the Benefits of Early Learning
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.
Involved Yet Invisible – Volunteering in Middle School
When your child is in elementary school, volunteering is easy. When your child gets to middle school, it can be a different story.
Beat the Heat with Streaming Services: Meet Kanopy
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!
Summer Camp Keeps Tweens and Teens Active and Engaged
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.
10 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day, Every Day
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.
How You Can Help Save the Monarch Butterfly
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) recently put the migrating monarch butterfly on its Red List for Endangered Species.
Kids to Know: Emma Campbell, 2022 Hillsborough Co. Anti-Bullying Recognition Award Winner
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.
How to Find Books Your Kid Will Love
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.
Florida VPK options for your child in Pasco and Hernando counties
Learn more about the many VPK options for your child through the Early Learning Coalition of Pasco and Hernando Counties.
Join the Library’s Summer Reading Challenge to Keep Kids Learning
The Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library is hosting a Summer Reading Challenge for all ages from June 1 – July 31, 2023!
Have You Considered Taking Time to Play with Your Child Today? It’s Simple!
Playing with your child supports early brain development. Learn how to make playtime meaningful with just five minutes each day.
The Strongest Bond: Seminole Heights Elementary’s Peer Mentoring Program
Learn how the peer mentoring program at Seminole Heights Elementary is building communication, empathy, and kindness between groups of students.
The Best STEM, Science, and Coding Summer Camps in Tampa Bay
We’re sharing the best STEM summer camps and science summer camps in Tampa Bay.
The Amazing Benefits of Reading Out Loud to Children, Audiobooks Included!
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.
Black History Takes Center Stage in Hillsborough Schools
Teams from each Hillsborough Co. public school are buffing up on their trivia to compete in the Black History Brain Bowl on Feb. 11th.
Shorecrest Preparatory School: A World-Class Education Right Here in Tampa Bay
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.
Corbett Prep Shares 3 Ways Your Family Benefits When Giving Back
If you resolved to do more for your community in 2023, here’s how including the kids in your commitment benefits the whole family.
Building a Love of Learning Through STEAM at Shorecrest
STEAMfest returns this January to Shorecrest Prep, where families can enjoy a variety of fun activities centered on STEAM subjects.
Expert tips on how to get your kids to communicate in 2023
Hillsborough Co. Public Schools Teacher of the Year Finalists offer questions for parents to ask their kids to encourage opening up.
A New Year Welcomes a New Journey: Preparing your Child for Kindergarten
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.
Q&A with Alice Santana, Straz Center for the Performing Arts Vice President of Education and Community Engagement
Alice Santana talks about the transformational power of the performing arts and how she balances parenting with her rewarding career.
Stronger than the Storm: Hillsborough County Public Schools
Transforming schools into Hurricane Ian evacuation shelters is no easy task, but one that staff and community partners took in stride.
Teachers Work on the “Hope” Team Every Day
When educators focus on Kindness, Information Literacy, Problem-Solving Mind-Sets and Optimism we are answering the needs of society.
It’s School Tour Season! Here’s what you need to ask yourself as you decide
Background research combined with on-campus visits will help you narrow down your school options and identify a good match.
Should Your Child Miss School for a Mental Health Day?
Making the case for school-aged mental health days: 50 percent of all lifetime mental health illnesses start by the adolescent years.
Library Resources for Academic Success
Get homework help with these resources from the library including live interactive tutoring, virtual science experiments, and more.
“Young Children are Capable of so much More” – The Montessori Academy at Essrig Elementary
The Montessori Academy at Essrig is a new magnet program for Hillsborough County Public Schools that seeks to develop natural interests.
Bullying Facts and How to Report a Bully in Tampa Bay
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about bullying and what we can do as a community to prevent it.
DIY Science Experiments for Halloween from Glazer Children’s Museum!
Kate White with Glazer Children’s Museum in Tampa shares fun DIY spooky science experiments to become a mad scientist this Halloween!
Reasons to Choose an IB School for the Youngest Learners
Children who experience International Baccalaureate in their early years of schooling develop learning skills at higher rates than others.
Your Checklist for a Safe and Successful School Year—That’ll Save You Time and Money Too!
GuideWell Emergency Doctors is an advanced urgent care facility with the same capabilities as an ER that could save you time and money.
Program Profiles: Tampa Bay Education Guide Special Feature
From total French immersion to Montessori learning, and Amazonian exploration, take your child’s learning beyond the ordinary with these exciting programs!
Social Emotional Development with Early Learners: A librarian’s favorite SEL books for kids
Librarian shares her favorite social emotional learning books for kids to address 5 areas of SEL available from your local public library.
Corbett Prep: Setting the Stage for Lifelong Success
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.
Back-to-School Backpack Safety
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 | 12+ local museums participating!
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.
How the proposed millage on August primary ballot will strengthen Hillsborough County Schools
A Hillsborough Public Schools referendum would increase teacher salaries and expand programs such as art, music and workforce development.
Learning for the Mind and the Heart
Emotional Intelligence (EQ) involves the development of self-control and people skills vital for success in school, work and life.
Back to School Season for All Ages
Feel “Back to School” energy no matter your age with these learning resources from the Hillsborough County Public library.
Back to School Lunch Ideas with Jenny P of @LunchBoxMafia
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.
“Finding Their Genius” – Music Education in Hillsborough County Public Schools
Music class facilitates social-emotional learning and community while helping kids find their voice and place in the world.
Lifelong Learning Begins With Teachers
Teachers help cultivate curiosity inside and outside of the classroom, fostering a culture of education that extends long after graduation.
Ask the Doctor: How to Help Your Child Mentally Prepare for Back-to-School
Between the pandemic and recent school/mass shootings, here are tips to ease anxiety and help families mentally prepare for back to school.
