Deer Park Student Wins Chess Tournament

Tristan Goodrich, 9, of Deer Park Elementary School, took first place in the United Minds Chess Scholastic Tournaments in the K-5 Division.

Football: Alonso Ravens Show Skill At Tournament

The Ravens tested out some of their new passing schemes at one of the biggest tournaments in the Bay-area over the weekend.

Majority of Westchase Schools Earn 'A' Grade

Most of the area’s schools maintained A grades despite state warnings that many campuses would see letter drops. Davidsen Middle was the only school in the Westchase area to fall a letter grade.

Share Your Graduation Photos on Westchase Patch

The Sickles High School Class of 2012 received diplomas May 31, while members of the Alonso High School Class of 2012 will collect theirs June 6.

Sickles Graduate Gets Surprise Visit From Sister Stationed in Afghanistan

On Thursday, Army Spec. Sara Singleton, had an emotional reunion with her graduating sister Lindsey.

Citrus Park Student Wins For Dessert Recipe

Brice Stevenson from Citrus Park Elementary submitted "Hot Dog, Hot Dog, Hot Diggity Dog Dessert" to win the Hillsborough County Public Schools Department of Student Nutrition Services/Radio Disney first student recipe challenge.

Food Trucks Roll Into Westchase Twice in June

Both events are paired with other community activities, including this month's Movie in the Park.

Mrs. America to Serve as Keynote Speaker at Girls-Only Conference

The conference will be held June 12 at the Northdale Recreation Center but the deadline to register is May 30.

Davidsen Middle Flag Football Champs

Westchase school flag football team clocks in record year.

Pro Sports Team To Visit Mary Bryant Elementary School

The Tampa Bay Rain, the area's new ABA basketball team, will visit the school as part of its community outreach this week.

Teacher Learns Lesson in Strength

Every day leading up to Mother's Day we'll feature a mom from the Westchase area. Today it's Kim Lee, teacher and newly single mom.

Teachers Get the Spotlight this Week

Westchase Patch would like to honor the special teachers that make our community so great and we need your help!

Graduation Dates; Top Students Announced for Area High Schools

Information for Alonso and Sickles high schools.

Hillsborough Releases 2012-13 School Calendar

Students at one Tampa school will start earlier due to the Republican National Convention.

Chinese Students Get Testing Help from Westchase Business

Studyworks, a SAT/ACT prep company, offers its services to a growing number of Chinese students looking to the U.S. for college.

McDonald's Offers Free Breakfast for Students Monday

Stop by the Westchase and Odessa locations for a free meal before the FCATs begin April 16.

Help High School Athletes Win New Uniforms

Three Westchase area teams are competing to win $50,000 in new uniforms from Allen Sportswear. Vote for your favorite entry now.

New School Option Comes to Westchase Area

Henderson Hammock Charter School is opening in August on Linebaugh Avenue.

Sock Hop at Deer Park Focuses on Moms and Sons

The Mother Son Be Bop Sock Hop happens today, Friday March 30 at 5:30pm.

Shop Farnell Middle School Market This Saturday

The Farnell Community Market happens Saturday, March 31 from 10am-2pm

Westchase Youth a National Geographic Bee Semifinalist

Matheus Caldeira is one of only 100 students from across Florida to qualify as a semifinalist for the national competition.

3 Nearby Spring Break Solutions

What to do with your kids on Spring break close to home.

Musical Theatre Students Spin Tropical Tale of Life, Love

Students are performing a Broadway show next week

Sickles Musicians Headed to Carnegie Hall

The school band's wind ensemble will play at the famous venue. They are raising money for the trip.

Odessa Youth A True Hero

Connor Rakoczy won first place in St. Joseph's Kids are Heroes program after raising $700 for a family in need.

Sickles Takes On Lakewood in Playoff Game Tonight, Feb. 16

The Sickles Gryphons vs. The Lakewood Ranch Mustangs in boys regional quarterfinals.

Book Fair; SAT Prep: 5 Things To Know About the School Week, Feb. 13-17

What you need to know about the upcoming school week.

Bryant Students Jump Rope For American Heart Association

In its 11th year, Bryant Elementary participates in the national fundraising effort.

Nominate A School Employee for $10,000 Award

Do you know someone who works in the school system who deserves this award?

Culinary Fundraiser; Jump Rope For Heart: 5 Things To Know About the School Week

What's happening in Westchase area schools this week.

Breakfast With Dad Keeps Family First

A group of dads are active at their kids' schools through the All Pro Dad program.

Westchase Schools Top State Test Scores

The Florida Department of Education released school rankings based on test scores and student performance.

Daddy/Daughter Dance; Chorus Concert: 5 Things To Know About The School Week, Jan. 30-Feb. 3

A look at what's happening in Westchase-area schools.

Urgent! Volunteers Needed For Bryant Bicycle Safety Program

People are asked to help Wednesday, Thursday or Friday this week.

Hammond Elementary Offers Morning Program to Reconnect Families

iMom, an initiative of Family First, is strengthening families one breakfast at a time

Tampa Day School Open House

The K-8 private school specializes in teaching students with learning differences such as ADHD, hyperactivity, Asperger’s Syndrome and other social and anxiety disorders.

Community Remembers 'Mrs. Mik' at Memorial Service

Sickles High School was the location for Susan Mikolajczyk's memorial service.

Susan Mikolajczyk: A Special Teacher Remembered

Westchase Elementary School loses an educator that touched hundreds through her creative lessons.

PJ Day at Tampa Day School

Kids and teachers celebrate the start of winter break.

5 School Things To Know For The Upcoming Week

Here's what's happening in your child's school this week.