Hillsborough Education Foundation

????This morning, Hillsborough Education Foundation President & CEO Anna Corman joined the?Great American Teach-In at Sheehy Elementary! Anna spent time with Ms. Sanchez's enthusiastic kindergarteners, sharing stories and inspiring young minds about the power of education and big dreams.????? Engaging with students in moments like these is a reminder of why we’re passionate about supporting our schools and the next generation. Thank you, Ms. Sanchez and Sheehy Elementary, for welcoming Anna into your classroom!??? ? #GreatAmericanTeachIn #InspiringYoungMinds #EducationMatters #TeamHEF

?? Calling all supporters of education! ?? Blast off with us on a Mission to the Stars at the 2025 Excellence in Education Awards on January 23, 2025, presented by Suncoast Credit Union at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts, where we’ll celebrate Hillsborough County Public Schools's top educators and support staff. ? Become a sponsor and help us honor those who help our students reach for the stars. Check out our sponsorship packages and contact our development team for more info. Let’s make #EIE2025 out of this world! ?? #ExcellenceInEducation #MissionToTheStars #SupportOurTeachers #SponsorshipOpportunities

?????????? ??????, ???????????????????????? ????????????!???? ? Now that we've had some time to reflect on the overwhelming support for the millage referendum, HEF wants to take a moment to extend its deepest thanks to the community for showing up to support public education. With?over?????% ???? ?????? ????????, you’ve shown just how much our students, educators, and schools matter. This tremendous turnout makes us truly appreciate what a wonderful, caring community we have. It’s clear that people in Hillsborough County strongly support public education, and together, we’re building a brighter future for all.??????? ? Hillsborough?County,??you??are??the??best!?? ? #HillsboroughStrong #PublicEducationMatters #CommunitySupport

Today, we proudly opened our third Student Center of Post-Secondary Exploration (SCOPE)!?????Thanks to our incredible partners — The Mosaic Company, Tampa Electric, Consortium of Florida Education Foundations, LEAP Tampa Bay , and United Way Suncoast — this center will help Spoto High students explore opportunities and pathways for their future success!??? ? We were thrilled to celebrate with representatives from our sponsors and Hillsborough County Public Schools at a special ribbon-cutting ceremony. This is just the beginning of even more resources and support for our students as they chart their paths toward college, careers, and beyond.????? ? #SCOPE #PostSecondarySuccess #FutureReady #CommunityPartners #EducationMatters

In observance of #VeteransDay2024, our office is closing today at 3 PM and will remain closed Monday, November 11.? ? We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday. ? #ThankYouVeterans #VeteransDay

???A huge thank you to all the Tampa Bay CEOs and Executives who participated in CEOs in Schools this past Friday!??? ? Nearly 150 local leaders had the opportunity to connect with Hillsborough County public elementary school principals, meet dedicated teachers and staff, and engage with students in meaningful ways. This inspiring day was made possible through the collaboration of Hillsborough Education Foundation, Vistra, and Hillsborough County Public Schools. ? Want to get involved? Visit?CEOsinSchools.com?to learn more! ? #CEOsInSchools #HillsboroughEducationFoundation #CommunityLeadership

?? Victory for Education in Hillsborough County! ?? Thanks to our incredible community, ?? the millage referendum has passed in overwhelming fashion with 66% of voters giving it the greenlight. ?? This is a huge win for our students, teachers, and schools. Your support for this initiative means we can offer competitive pay to retain top-notch teachers and provide our students with the full-time, high-quality instruction they deserve. ????? From everyone at HEF, thank you for believing in the power of quality education and standing with us to make this critical investment in our future. Together, we’re building a stronger, brighter path for every student in Hillsborough County! ?? #HillsboroughStrong #bettertogether https://lnkd.in/gsYM2nS6

??? ???????????????????????? ????????????, ????'?? ???????? ???? ???????? ???????? ?????????? ??????????! ??? Every vote counts, and today, we're asking all registered voters to show up and vote to support the millage referendum, ?????????? ?????????????? ???? ?????????????? ???? ???????????????????????? ???????????? ???????????????????? ????. ??! By voting ??????, you're making a direct investment in the quality of our schools, helping us attract and retain talented teachers, and ensuring students have access to the resources they need to succeed. This is our chance to create a lasting impact on the future of Hillsborough County’s education. Your vote is your power—let’s use it to keep our schools strong, our students supported, and our community thriving. ? ???????? ?????????? ???? ?????????????? ???????????????????????? ????????????'?? ????????????????, ????????????????, ?????? ??????????????! #VoteYesForStudents #SupportOurSchools #HillsboroughStrong

???Today, 150 CEOs are volunteering across Hillsborough County elementary schools for?one day of change?through #CEOsinSchools!??? ? At?????????????????????????????????????????the program spotlighted a remarkable 5-year partnership between ????????????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????. This volunteer-led initiative shows the power of the business community’s involvement, as CEOs step out of their offices to support and inspire students and educators. ? The energy at Riverview was electric, with notables like????????????????????????, the program’s founder and CEO of Vistra Communications,??????????????????????????, Deputy Superintendent of Hillsborough County Public Schools, and????????? ????????????, President and CEO of Hillsborough Education Foundation, providing their support. Media coverage captured these dynamic interactions, amplifying an atmosphere of excitement and inspiration. Thank you to all the leaders dedicating their time today! ? Learn more at?CEOsInSchools.com.

???Vote YES on the Millage Referendum – Hillsborough’s Trusted Leaders Are Standing with Our Schools!??? ? Hillsborough County’s business and community leaders are united: a YES vote on the millage referendum is essential to support our students, teachers, and the future of our local schools. When?leaders across industries rally for this cause, it’s clear how critical this investment is for our community. ? Here are just a few voices endorsing the referendum: Jeff Vinik?– Chairman, Tampa Bay Lightning Judy Genshaft, Ph.D.?– Past President, University of South Florida Kathleen Shanahan?– CEO, Epic Media Holdings Preston Farrior?– CEO, Ferman Motor Car Company, Inc. Hon. Alex Sink?– Former Florida Chief Financial Officer Joseph V. Chillura?– EVP, Valley Bank Maryann Ferenc?– CEO, Mise en Place Hospitality Group Harold W. Mullis?– President Emeritus, Trenam Law Brett Couch?– Senior EVP, Regions Bank John Ramil?– Former President and CEO, TECO Energy ? These leaders know that investing in our schools means investing in Hillsborough’s future. The millage referendum will generate $177 million annually, with 92% dedicated to increasing pay for?teachers and staff, making Hillsborough competitive with nearby counties and addressing critical shortages in our schools. ? Join us in supporting Hillsborough’s children, educators, and community.?Vote YES on the Millage Referendum this November! https://lnkd.in/eu5gjU9S ? #SupportOurSchools #InvestInEducation #HillsboroughStrong #VoteYES