HCTA NEWS

October 6, 2026

PRESS RELEASE – HCTA Reaches Tentative Agreement with School Board

The Hillsborough Classroom Teachers Association (HCTA) and the School Board of Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) have reached tentative agreements totaling $66 million in compensation and benefits for more than 16,000 teachers, paraprofessionals, clerical employees and other education professionals for the 2026-2027 school year. Employee ratification voting opened and continues through October 8…. READ MORE – Hillsborough Teachers and Support Staff Reach Tentative Agreements For 2026-2027 – Press Release (Sept 28. 2026)
August 18, 2026

$150 FEA Innovative Grants Available Now!

Are you an FEA member? Do you have an idea that would benefit your students?  Is there a project you would like to do in your classroom that you otherwise cannot afford?  Apply NOW, before the DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 30, 2026. The Application form is available here! You may also visit our HEAR/RETIRED CHAPTER page of our website, ask your Building Rep, or contact our FEA-Retired District Director at ngoff48@gmail.com for a quick and simple application!
August 4, 2026

2026 Election Endorsements

  Election season is here, and your vote matters. Early voting is underway for the August 18 Primary Election, with the General Election following on November 3. Because school board races are nonpartisan, every registered voter can cast a ballot in those contests, regardless of political party. Before you head to the polls, take a few minutes to review the pro-public education candidates endorsed by the West Central Florida Labor Council through its screening and endorsement process. View the complete list of endorsements here: https://bit.ly/EndorsementsCLC2026