Do you agree that there should be more safety measures in place at the intersection of Cross Creek Boulevard and Kinnan Street?
Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.
No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.
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?
A number of North Tampa and New Tampa schools exercised heightened security measures following an armed crime spree Thursday night.
Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.
Here's how you can get them on the go from the Hillsborough County school district.
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?
New Tampa 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!
The company is giving up to $5 million to schools nationwide through its Give With Target program.
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.
'Tampa' is being called the most controversial book of the summer.
School officials encourage parents to annually check that their child's immunization records match up with what the school district requires.
Colorful and bite-size fresh fruit and veggies are not only fun to eat they are healthy – rich in anti-oxidants, nutrients and vitamins.
See how 2013 school grades stack up in New Tampa, Hillsborough County and across Tampa Bay amid another shakeup and more dissatisfaction with Florida's educational system.
As families do their back-to-school shopping, here are tips on where to find the best backpack deal.
There are a few ways to get your child's school supply lists for public schools in Hillsborough.
According to Consumer Reports' "ShopSmart" issue, Walmart and Target have the best prices on school supplies among major retailers. But each retailer is offering special sales on some items.
The busy, back-to-school shopping weekend is right around corner, and Patch is here to help.
This list will help you find out if an item is tax-free or not as you shop for back-to-school items this weekend.
Randy Myhre, owner of Oliver's Cycle Sports in New Tampa, offers advice on keeping your kids safe as everyone gets ready to head back to school.
Back-to-school tax-free week is Aug. 2-3. Get ready to shop for these back-to-school trends.
Overall, the Hillsborough School District fell from a B grade in 2012 to a preliminary C grade in 2013.
When do students head back to school? Here are the dates you need to know.
This is the first case of TB on the campus in 2013. The last case of TB at USF was reported in May 2012.
Students interested in school choice, magnet programs and career and technical education programs can apply between July 9 and 23.
If so, Hillsborough County Public Schools might have a job for you!
Wharton Principal Brad Woods stopped the speech. The student says it was unfair.
Although 81 percent of the county’s third-graders technically passed this year’s FCAT reading test, nearly half logged scores that are unsatisfactory, according to the state.
Bridget Burns received the honor for excellence in teaching.
The dream postseason continues after tonight's big win.
The Patriots are playing in the semifinals of the class 7A girls softball state championship
The local high school joined 113 other Florida campuses on the magazine’s 2013 list of 2,000 schools.
In observance of National Teacher Day Tuesday, May 7, we're asking Patch readers to give a shout-out to their favorite teachers and post photos of their children doing something special for their teacher.
A determined Bulls team stopped the Cougars in the opening round of the state playoffs.
The game started back in April, and was finally completed with dark clouds still threatening much of Tampa Bay.
The school's Student Government Association sold churros and hot chocolate and walked the track at Greco Middle School during last weekend's Relay for Life.
Students have until May 3 to apply for school choice, a magnet school or career and technical education program.
Nature's Classroom will host its annual Woods, Water and Wildlife open house event Saturday and Sunday.
The new academic year begins Aug. 20 for New Tampa students.