Hillsborough High School, high school in Tampa, Florida
Hillsborough High School is a public school in Tampa, Florida, located in an urban setting. The building displays Gothic architecture with pointed arches, old stonework, and a prominent clock tower at its entrance that has been a landmark feature since its completion in 1928.
The school was founded in 1882 as the oldest public high school in Hillsborough County, with its first graduating class in 1886. The present building was completed in 1928 under architect Francis Kennard's design and later became part of Tampa's historic district when it was officially recognized in 1993.
The school carries red and black colors worn every Friday by students and staff to symbolize heart and soul. The Terrier mascot reflects the school's fighting spirit, while the community maintains strong traditions around sports, journalism, and school events that define life here.
The school is located in an urban setting near the historic Seminole Heights neighborhood in Tampa and is accessible by public transportation. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and welcomes visitors, though it is best to check current visiting guidelines beforehand.
The school pioneered student journalism in Florida, publishing its student newspaper The Red & Black in 1889 and the state's first yearbook, The Hillsborean, in 1911. This journalism tradition continues today and remains central to school life.
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