Bites in the Heights: Trip’s Diner
February 27, 2020
Trip’s Diner is well-known to those in Seminole Heights. With its nostalgic diner design and laughably large portions, it’s become renowned as the go-to hangout spot for Hillsborough students wanting a classic American meal. Parking can be a hassle on popular days, but Trip’s food makes i...
Robles Park relocation
October 11, 2019
In early September, 96 residents of Robles Park learned that they would have to move. And it wasn’t mold, the public housing development was built over 130 graves in Florida’s first Black cemetery. The relocation of the residents will allow archaeological work to take place at the once covered Zion Cemetery so that it can be turned into a memo...
Mental health mandate
October 11, 2019
A recent mandate by the Florida Department of Education requires at least five hours of mental health instruction each year for students. This made Florida the third state in the U.S. to formally require consistent mental health education in all public schools. This legislation came after t...
Joe Perricone passed away yesterday at 96.
Mr. Perricone left Hillsborough High his senior year to serve in the US Army during WWII & missed graduation.
Last year, he proudly walked across that stage.
His grandson says it was the highlight of the last year of his life ❤️
Kelly King has been appointed as the new principal, read about her and her goals here.
https://www.hhstoday.com/news/2020/06/12/new-principal-hopes-to-build-upon-hillsboroughs-traditions/
So excited to welcome Ms. King as our new principal! Go Big Red! @HHSBigRed @HillsboroughSch