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08/14/2026

08/14/2026

Supporting students at Howard Bishop Middle, A Community Partnership School! 📚

A BIG thank you to JB Pro for showing up for our Howard Bishop Middle School students with a generous donation of school supplies! 📓

Their support is helping make sure our students have the tools they need to head into the new school year feeling prepared, confident, and ready to learn.✏️

We truly appreciate JB Pro for investing in our students and showing love to the Howard Bishop community. It’s partnerships like this that help make a real difference! 💙

Thank you, JB Pro, for being a part of the village! 🎒

08/12/2026

is here at Marjorie K. Rawlings Elementary, A Community Partnership School! 🎒
During Meet the Teacher, students had the opportunity to participate in Build-A-Backpack, filling their backpacks with school supplies to help them start the year prepared and ready to learn. ✏️
A special shoutout to the incredible teachers and staff for creating a welcoming and supportive environment where students can learn, grow and thrive. 💛
Here’s to a new school year filled with learning, laughter, new friendships, and BIG possibilities! We can’t wait to see all that the Rawlings community accomplishes this year! 🌟

08/11/2026

🎒📚 Back to School at Howard Bishop! 💙

A new school year is here, and we’re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible Howard Bishop Middle School community!

To our teachers and staff — thank you for showing up every day with dedication, patience, and heart. Your commitment to creating a place where students can learn, grow, and thrive does not go unnoticed. 🍎

And to our students — we are so proud of you! From every challenge you overcame to every accomplishment you celebrated, you made this past year one to remember. Keep learning, keep growing, and keep believing in yourselves! ✨

Here’s to another year of new opportunities, big dreams, and an even brighter future. Welcome back, Howard Bishop!

Welcome Back!!! August 10th

Welcome Back to School! 📚The countdown is officially over, and the 2026-2027 school year is finally here! We want to extend the warmest welcome to all of our learners, dedicated teachers, and supportive families. Let’s step into this new chapter with curiosity, enthusiasm, and a heart ready to grow together.

📌 Quick Checklist for the First Day:
✔️ Double-check your class schedule and room numbers.
✔️ Pack your essential school supplies and a refillable water bottle.
✔️ Bring your biggest smile and a positive attitude! Let's make this year full of meaningful milestones, deep friendships, and unforgettable experiences.

Drop a comment below to tag your friends and show your school pride! 🦅✨

06/30/2026

👓 **Help a Child See a Brighter Future!** 💙

The Howard Bishop Community Partnership School is hosting a Vision Outreach Summer Program on July 22 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, providing free vision exams and glasses for youth ages 4–17.

We're also seeking 5–10 volunteers to assist families with completing both paper and digital applications during the event. If you're available and would like to make a difference, we'd love your support!

For more information or to volunteer, please contact Wellness Coordinator Tyana Folston at 352-215-9883.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with your friends and family! 💙👓

05/06/2026

✨ Staff Spotlight ✨

Meet Tyana Folston, Wellness Coordinator at Howard Bishop Middle!

Here are a few fun facts that make her shine:
💎 She loves collecting and making jewelry, creativity is always in style.
🐝 She’s a full-on bee enthusiast and has plenty of sweet facts to share.
🐾 She has a tuxedo (black and white) cat named Star

We love getting to know the amazing people who pour into our schools every day, Tyana is definitely one of those gems 💛

04/30/2026

Tuesday, The Children’s Trust of Alachua County stopped by to tour all three of our Gainesville schools, Howard Bishop Middle School, Rawlings Elementary, and Metcalfe Elementary.

Their support helps fund a wellness coordinator at each campus, making sure our students have the care, resources, and encouragement they need to thrive every single day. 💜

Grateful for partnerships that show up, invest, and make a real difference where it matters most.