- FL
- Hillsborough County
- 9/30/25
- 09/30/2025
- 199 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Hillsborough County School Board meeting centered on issues, including teacher compensation, legislative policy changes affecting local governance and educational materials, and initiatives to address safety and inclusion within the district. Public comments and board discussions revealed a community deeply engaged with the complexities of education management and policy-making.
- FL
- Hillsborough County
- 9/9/25
- 09/09/2025
- 296 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Hillsborough County School Board meeting focused on discussions regarding the removal of certain books from school libraries and the approval of budgetary allocations. The board voted unanimously to remove specific books from school libraries following the Superintendent’s recommendation, despite voiced concerns over state pressure and legal threats. Additionally, the board approved fiscal plans for the upcoming year, including salary adjustments and a budget meant to address the district’s varied needs.
- FL
- Hillsborough County
- 8/26/25
- 08/26/2025
- 210 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Hillsborough County School Board meeting was marked by discussions on several contentious issues, prominently featuring debates over the banning of certain books and the naming of a new technical college in Plant City. Public comments revealed strong community sentiments regarding censorship, educational equity, and the district’s priorities in addressing these challenges. In addition, the board made a unanimous decision to name the new technical college after former Mayor Rick Lott.
- FL
- Hillsborough County
- 8/6/25
- 08/06/2025
- 43 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Hillsborough County School Board meeting focused on developments such as the inauguration of a new high school, notable improvements in district school ratings, and the introduction of new district-wide initiatives. Underlining the district’s achievements, Superintendent Van Ayres highlighted improvements in school grades and staffing, while also addressing operational updates and future plans.
- FL
- Hillsborough County
- 7/8/25
- 07/08/2025
- 308 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Hillsborough County School Board meeting was marked by discussions surrounding the district’s transition to a self-insured health insurance plan and an emotional call to rename Jefferson High School’s auditorium in honor of the late educator Gwen Henderson. Board members and public speakers addressed these issues with fervor.
