Valrico Schools
School news, boundary changes, sports, and zone information for Valrico and east Hillsborough County.
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7 Essential Things Parents Need to Know About Valrico and Brandon Schools
School zones, choice programs, and how to evaluate schools when buying in Valrico. A REALTOR's honest breakdown of what matters most.
July 23, 2026
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Best School Zones for Homebuyers in Valrico and FishHawk
How school zones affect home prices in Valrico, FishHawk, and Lithia. The top-rated zones, what buyers are paying for premium schools, and how to verify your zone before making an offer.
June 17, 2026
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Hillsborough County School Choice and Magnet Programs — How to Apply
How Hillsborough County's school choice and magnet programs work, which programs are accessible from Valrico, application timelines, and tips for getting accepted.
June 17, 2026
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Private Schools Near Valrico, FL — Faith-Based and Independent Options
A guide to private schools near Valrico, including Bell Shoals Baptist Academy, Foundation Christian Academy, Corbett Prep, and other faith-based and independent options. Tuition, class sizes, and what each school offers.
June 17, 2026
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Summer Camps in Valrico and Brandon — 2026 Guide for Parents
A local guide to summer camps in Valrico, Brandon, and FishHawk for 2026. Day camps, sports camps, art programs, church camps, and what to know before registering.
June 17, 2026
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Best Elementary Schools in Valrico, FL — 2026 Guide for Families
A straightforward look at the top-rated elementary schools in and around Valrico, including Buckhorn, Cimino, Colson, Stowers, and FishHawk Creek. Test scores, programs, and what families should know before enrolling.
June 17, 2026
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Valrico Middle Schools and High Schools — What Parents Need to Know
A parent's guide to middle and high schools in the Valrico area, including Bloomingdale High, Newsome High, Burns Middle, Barrington Middle, and Boyette Springs Middle. Programs, sports, and what sets each campus apart.
June 17, 2026
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Hillsborough County Is Closing 3 Schools and Redrawing Boundaries: What Valrico Families Need to Know
The Hillsborough County School Board voted in April 2026 to close Graham Elementary, Madison Middle, and Pizzo K-8 while redrawing boundaries at several other schools. Here's what it means for Valrico families.
March 18, 2026
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Friday Night Lights: Newsome Wolves Football Preview
A look at Newsome High School Wolves football — the 2025 season recap, key players, and what to expect at Tom Stocker Stadium in Lithia.
February 5, 2026
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Newsome Swimming Has Best Season in School History: County Champions in 2025
Newsome High School's swim and dive program posted a combined 21-1 record in 2025, with both the girls and boys teams winning county championships. It's the best season in the school's history.
October 28, 2025
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Hillsborough's New School Tax: What the 1-Mill Increase Means for Valrico Homeowners
Hillsborough County voters approved a new 1-mill property tax for public schools in November 2024. Starting July 2025, homeowners are paying an extra $1 per $1,000 of assessed value. Here's what you're getting for it.
October 10, 2025
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