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WFLA News Channel 8: Best Public High Schools in the Tampa Metro Area
#4- All Tampa Metro Area High Schools
#2- All Tampa Metro Area Charter High Schools
#1- All Hillsborough County Charter High Schools
https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/best-public-high-schools-in-the-tampa-metro-area/
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TEACHER SPOTLIGHT: Over the past several months, we have received an overwhelming response for our Teacher Spotlight award. This award recognizes teachers that have gone over and beyond with accolades from our students, teachers, and staff. Our most recent honorees are: Mr. Atkinson, Mr. Salerno, and Mr. Fernandez
Coach Areon Atkinson- Student Recommendation
Coach Atkinson has been the uncle or father figure to me at that school. He keeps me out of trouble and keeps my head on straight. He keeps me from overreacting, and he's always there to listen and give advice without judging.
Coach Nick Salerno- Parent Recommendation
Coach Salerno has been a true inspiration and example to my son in achieving his goals. Coach Salerno has taught my son perseverance and has been a dominant positive male example in his life. My son has achieved weightlifting goals and awakened a self-belief that I am truly grateful for. Coaches and leaders of this caliber are rare nowadays, and I am truly grateful to Coach for giving his time and pushing the kids to go further.
Mr. Eric Fernandez- Student Recommendation
Mr. Fernandez has extraordinary attention to detail and care for students, truly caring about learning, and giving knowledge to students. A hidden hero of the school, an unappreciated gem by a lot of students. Holding rare qualities within a person, such as temperance, wisdom, patience, and most importantly, understanding how to give tough love but also being gentle about it. He helped push me to grow not only as a learner but as a person more than any other teacher I have ever had.
TEACHER SPOTLIGHT: Over the past several months, we have received an overwhelming response for our Teacher Spotlight award. This award recognizes teachers that have gone over and beyond with accolades from our students, teachers, and staff. Two of our most recent recipients are: Mr. Hegedus and Ms. Sofilka
Mr. Lou Hegedus- Student Recommendation
Mr. Hegedus is by far the best teacher I’ve ever had—and likely ever will have. He genuinely cares about his students in a way that’s truly rare. He treats us with respect, like equals, and is completely dedicated to helping us understand. If one method doesn’t make sense, he doesn’t just move on—he’ll patiently teach you a dozen more until something clicks. He would rather try every possible approach than let even one student give up. He makes math fun. I’ve never had a class with him where I didn’t laugh at least once. Even on my worst days, his class could completely turn my mood around—and that’s all because of him. Math has always been a struggle for me. In the past, if I didn’t understand something, most teachers would move on, and I’d get discouraged and give up. But Mr. Hegedus never lets that happen. When I once fell asleep in class because I was feeling defeated, he woke me up—not to scold me, but to make sure I didn’t give up. When he noticed I was struggling silently, he encouraged me to come in for tutoring. When I was afraid to ask questions, he reminded me that no question is ever dumb—chances are, someone else was wondering the same thing. I will always remember Mr. Hegedus as the most supportive, dedicated, and inspiring teacher I’ve ever had. I’m incredibly grateful to have him as my Algebra 2 teacher.
Ms. Kara Sofilka- Student Recommendation
Not only is she one of the best English teachers I've had, but she is also one of the best teachers I have had throughout high school. She genuinely cares for all of her students on an academic and personal level. I feel comfortable going to her for anything I need. She is truly the best!
Today is National School Nurses Day! Thank you to our very own Nurse Williams for providing exceptional care to our students. We appreciate you!
PHOENIX ROBOTICS is #1! We are so proud to announce that our robotics team, led by Mr. Eric Fernandez has once again claimed the 1st place overall spot in the ranger category at the Florida Regional MATE ROV Competiton. We look forward to the MATE ROV Competition World Championship this summer in Alpena, Michigan.
PHOENIX Award Ceremony (5/14)
Congratulations C/O 2025!
Congratulations C/O 2025!
Join us tomorrow for Cinco de Mayo!
Congratulations C/O 2025!
Congratulations C/O 2025!
PARENTS/GUARDIANS: PAC NEEDS YOU! Support our school community!
Congratulations C/O 2025!
Congratulations to our art scholars who were recently inducted into the National Art Honor Society, led by Mrs. Cookie Mitchell! 🖼️ 🎨
THANK YOU PAC for providing our faculty and staff with a lunch from Olive Garden! We appreciate our volunteers for their time and dedication to our school.
📸 Attention Class of 2026 — it’s your time to shine! ✨
Senior year will be here before you know it, and your moment deserves to be captured perfectly. Spots for senior yearbook portraits are now available — book early and lock in your date! 🎓
📅 Use the posted QR code or the link below to reserve your session!
https://www.giganteproductions.com/senior-packages-samples
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Happy Principals' Day Mrs. Hyde!
