ACE Program Introduces New Tracks: Claims Adjuster, Green Construction

Are you 18-29 years old and looking for credentials and work experience to jumpstart your career?

HO-NO-MO Tour: Sister Cindy Swims To The Swamp

The infamous Sister Cindy visited the University of Florida campus.

Tampa Students Invited To Submit Artwork, Poetry With Recycling Theme

The city of Tampa has extended the deadline for its 3Rs Art & Poetry contest to Wednesday, Feb. 8.

Hillsborough Schools Academic Officer Chosen For Prestigious Program

Chief Academic Officer and Deputy Superintendent Terry Connor has been named a “Future Chief” by Chiefs for Change.

More Pay For Longtime FL Educators Part Of Teacher Bill Of Rights

The Florida Education Association said Gov. DeSantis has vilified teacher unions to draw attention away from his disregard for teachers.

Deadline Nears For $500K In Scholarships For Hillsborough Students

Nearly 200 scholarships are available for high school seniors in Hillsborough County.

Hillsborough Schools Outperform FL Grad Rate For 1st Time In 5 Years

Hillsborough County Public Schools is celebrating a graduation rate of 87.9 percent for the 2021-2022 academic year.

Florida Earns Kudos For Giving Parents Bigger Voice In School Policies

Despite the controversy surrounding the governor's public school policies, a nonprofit school choice advocacy group ranked Florida No. 1.

Seffner Teacher wins "Teacher As Hero" Award

Three Teachers in Florida win this prestigious award from The National Liberty Museum

Registration Open For Spring 2023 Semester At Hillsborough Community College

Spring 2023 registration is open for all new and returning students at Hillsborough Community College.

10 Florida Universities Among Best In The World: U.S. News

U.S. News on Tuesday released its annual list ranking 2,000 universities throughout the world. Ten Florida schools are on the list.

Crosswalk Mural Comes To Grady Elementary As Part Of Mayor's Program

The mayor’s Crosswalks to Classroom program is a key element of the city’s Vision Zero Plan to draw attention to kids on crosswalks.

Concorde Career Institute Announces New Tampa Campus President

Seasoned leader Sheryl Gunning will continue to drive diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

Chiles Elementary Student Honored For Efforts To Stop Bullying

The Hillsborough County Commission recognized a fifth-grader for her work to eliminate bullying in her school.

Local Company Makes $25,000 Donation To Hillsborough County Schools

The connection between the two was fueled by the South Tampa Chamber of Commerce.

See How The University Of South Florida Ranks Nationally

More than 70 Florida colleges and universities made the 2023 U.S. News & World Report list of best colleges.

Hillsborough Schools Have Too Few Students Here, Too Many There

The school district is looking at boundary changes to even up the number of students attending public schools.

Community Foundation Awards 8 Grants To Increase Positive Education

The 2022 competitive grants cycle provided more than $1 million to 46 local nonprofits.

Results Remain Up In Air For Hillsborough Schools Tax Referendum

The Hillsborough County Canvassing Board is now gathered at the Supervisor of Elections office to count the provisional ballots.

Hillsborough County Tax Collector's Team Collects 46,000 School Supplies

Hillsborough County Tax Collector Nancy C. Millan presented more than 46,000 items to the Hillsborough Education Foundation.

Biden Cancels $10K In Student Loan Debt For Some Florida Borrowers

President Joe Biden canceled some student debt and extended an existing pause on federal loan payments. Here's what it means in Florida.

Princeton Review’s ‘Best 388 Colleges 2023’ List Includes FL Schools

Thirteen colleges in Florida are among the nation's 388 best, according to The Princeton Review’s 'Best 388 Colleges: 2023 Edition.'

Record Number Of USF Students To Move Into Campus Housing This Week

USF residence halls in Tampa and St. Petersburg are expected to be at full capacity this fall.

Veterans In Classrooms Not A Solution To FL Teacher Shortage: Critics

Florida education groups say recruiting military veterans to teach won't solve the state's teacher shortage.

Empowering Teens With Safe Driving Knowledge And Practice

State Farm awards $50,000 to the Florida Sheriff's Association.

2022-23 Hillsborough County Public School Calendar Highlights

Keep track of days off and early-release days for Hillsborough County public schools with this 2022-23 calendar.

19 HCC Student Athletes Earn National Academic Recognition

The National Junior College Athletics Association​ selected 19 Hillsborough Community College student athletes for All-Academic honors.

Cammie Chatterton Joins Jesuit High School Board Of Trustees

Local entrepreneur brings business acumen, continued support to new role.

Bloomin' Brands Contributes $300,000 To Establish Elizabeth Smith Endowment At HCC

The restaurant group is establishing an endowment for women at HCC in the name of its retired CEO.

Free, Reduced-Lunch Applications Available For Hillsborough Students

Hillsborough County Public Schools announces the federal guidelines for free and reduced-price meals for children.

More Pay For Hillsborough Teachers To Be Decided At Ballot Box

The Hillsborough County School District is asking voters to approve a 1-mil tax increase, so it can attract and retain school teachers.

Senior From Tampa Elected To National Office Of FCCLA

Jorge Sanchez, a senior at Jefferson High School, was one of 10 students elected to serve on FCCLA's National Executive Council.

Hillsborough Community College Announces Scholarships For 10 Nurses

The $10,000 gift from Gale Healthcare Solutions will provide scholarships to students in the newly approved bachelor's of nursing program.

Big Backpack Build Planned To Prepare For Bullard Back-To-School Bash

Former WWE wrestler and NFL player Titus O'Neil now dedicates himself to improving the lives of underserved kids in Tampa Bay.

Hillsborough Schools Exceed State Average In Key Subject Areas

Hillsborough Schools outperformed the state average in key areas including algebra, geometry, biology, civics and U.S. history.

Hillsborough Students Outperformed Students Statewide In Mathematics

Hillsborough County Public Schools students attained scores in mathematics higher than their peers across the state.

YEA! Hillsborough Students Honored For Putting In Extra Effort

These students are examples of how young people can dedicate themselves to improving their community and shaping its future.

Superintendent's Contract Extended By Hillsborough School Board

Board members cited key educational and financial successes along with an overwhelming need for stability as reasons for the extension.

Hillsborough Students Honored For Perfect Attendance For 13 Years

The five students received a laptop computer and $500 scholarship.

National Merit Scholarship Winners In Tampa Bay Announced

More than 15,000 students met requirements for finalist standing, and about half of the finalists will be Merit Scholarship winners in 2022.