Lutz Students Head Back to Class

Tuesday marked the kickoff for the 2014-15 school year.

Lutz Students Head Back to Class

Tuesday marked the kickoff for the 2014-15 school year.

Hillsborough Same-Gender Schools Under Fire

Do you think the district’s single-gender programs are discriminatory?

Remember: Stop For School Buses

Florida law requires drivers to stop when school bus alerts are on.

Tampa Bay's Newest University is Ready to 'LAUNCH'

Florida Polytechnic will celebrate its official opening with two days of festivities.

Welcome To Boxtrolls Patch!

Excited for the new movie "Boxtrolls"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the world where the Boxtrolls live with Boxtrolls Patch!

Hillsborough County Schools 2014-15 Calendar

Here are all the important dates families need to know about for the coming school year.

Welcome To Boxtrolls Patch!

Excited for the new movie "Boxtrolls"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the world where the Boxtrolls live with Boxtrolls Patch!

Florida Colleges Make Top 'Party Schools' List

The Princeton Review released their 2015 colleges list. Two Florida universities made their top 20 for “Party Schools.”

Got Brakes? Cops Want to Know

A new awareness campaign aims to educate drivers on the do’s and don’ts of the road when school buses are out in force.

Some Florida High Schools Consider Later Start Times

Miami-Dade public schools are setting up a pilot program. What do you think about the idea?

13 Years of Perfect Attendance Gains 7 Students Accolades

The Hillsborough County School Board recently recognized the accomplishment.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

New Charter School in Land O' Lakes Launches Website

Curious about Classical Preparatory School? Check out their online home.

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

Should Schools Measure Students’ Weight, BMI?

Twenty states have programs that see schools notify parents when their children are at risk for obesity-related issues. Is this a program all schools should implement?

Lockdown Lifted at 18 Area Schools

A number of schools in the North Tampa and New Tampa areas, including a few that serve Lutz children, exercised extra security measures following an armed crime spree Thursday night.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

Miles Are Adding Up for Lutz Elementary

The school is in a race to log 10,000 miles by the end of September to win a grant for programs to battle childhood obesity and it needs your help.

Get Hillsborough School Lunch Menus on the Go

The school district has released a free app that lets students see what’s on the menu via their smartphones.

Cheerleader Uniforms too Skimpy for School?

Officials at some Pinellas County high schools say they are. We’d like to get your take on dress codes throughout the Bay. Do they go too far?

How You Can Help Lutz Schools Get Money From Target

The company is giving up to $5 million to schools nationwide through its Give With Target program.

What’s Your Craziest Back-To-School Story, Lutz?

Lutz kids weren’t welcomed back to school by a bus that careened out of control like youngsters in Boca Raton. Even so, we’re willing to bet there are some wacky stories out there. We’d like to hear them!

First Day of School Pics: Show Them Off!

We’re rounding up shots of those happy – and not so happy – faces as kids throughout the community head back to class.

3 Easy Back To School Teacher Gifts

The blogger community offers up some easy to do gifts that add a special touch to the first day of school for your child's teacher.

Got Brakes? Sheriff Launches School Bus Safety Campaign

The time is now to brush up on school bus and motorist rules.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

Get Organized Before School Starts: 5 Quick Tips

Parent-teacher meetings, after-school sports, exam schedules. Staying organized smoothes the back-to-school transition for the entire family.

Wildlife Crossing Signs Posted Thanks to Local Student

Hannah Peterson made a difference, Learning Gate School reports.

Get Organized Before School Starts: 5 Quick Tips

Parent-teacher meetings, after-school sports, exam schedules. Staying organized smoothes the back-to-school transition for the entire family.

Whole Foods To Provide 300 Free School Lunches

The lunches will be available on Sunday, Aug. 18.

School Immunizations: What You Need To Know

How to make sure your child's shot records are up to date before they begin school.

Tackle Bullying Before It Starts This School Year

School districts and online resources to help you talk to your child about bullying.

5 Easy School Lunch Ideas That Are Healthy, Too

Colorful and bite-size fresh fruit and veggies are not only fun to eat they are healthy – rich in anti-oxidants, nutrients and vitamins.

5 Things To Do Before School Starts

Make heading back to school less painful for the whole family with these helpful tips.

Map: How 2013 School Grades Compare Across Hillsborough County, Tampa Bay

See how 2013 school grades stack up in Lutz, Hillsborough County and across Tampa Bay amid another shakeup and more dissatisfaction with Florida's educational system.

Backpacks for $15 and less: Back to School Deals

Backpacks don't need to be expensive. Here are some for $15 and under.

Back-To-School Trends 101

Not sure what your young ones are looking for this school year? Here's the skinny on backpacks, 'upcycling,' and what Teen Vogue has to say.

2013 Florida Tax Holiday: What You Need To Know

Here's everything you need to know about Florida's 2013 Sales Tax Holiday and back to school shopping.