A recent analysis featured by The New York Times found that while student achievement has declined across much of the nation over the past decade, HPISD continues to demonstrate academic growth and perform more than three grade levels above the national average in both reading and math.
HP LitFest is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 Student Writing Contest. This year’s contest received a record-breaking 140 submissions, more than double last year’s total, showcasing the incredible creativity and talent of HPISD student writers.