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Bloomingdale High School: Tribune scholars profiles and essays
An invitation was extended to the top 3 percent of Hillsboroughâs graduating seniors to take part in the annual competition.
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The colorful cafeteria gets a thorough cleaning at Bloomingdale High School, 1700 E Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico. [ Hillsborough County School District ]
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More than 200 of Hillsborough Countyâs top high school seniors from 35 public and private schools accepted an invitation to share their accomplishments and take part in an essay contest through the 2021 R.F. âRedâ Pittman Tribune Scholars program. Their profiles and essays are published here, just as the students submitted them. To search all schools, click here.
1. Know your alternative routes
Road construction and traffic accidents can make driving a nightmare, especially if your route is an interstate highway with the number 95 in it.
2. Speaking of driving
It can be tough to learn your way around this sprawling city, which is the largest by area in the lower 48. Think of GPS as your new best friend.
3. Speaking of roads
4. Speaking of boulevards
If someone says your destination is on University Boulevard, insist on more information. University Boulevard has a “North,” a “South” and a “West.” There is no such thing as “University Boulevard East.” Well, actually there is, but you’d have to be in places like Silver Spring, Md., or Tuscaloosa, Ala. If neither was your destination, a serious wrong turn has been made.