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Hernando Elementary School is located at 2975 East Trailblazer Lane in Hernando, Florida and is part of the Citrus County School District.  Situated on 35 beautifully wooded acres, the current Hernando Elementary School campus was constructed in 1983 and houses pre-kindergarten through fifth grade.

The Old Hernando Elementary School, located at 2435 North Florida Avenue, first opened its doors to students in 1939. On May 4, 2001, The Old Hernando Elementary School was deemed worthy of preservation for its historical significance and added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. Click on the link below for a story from Bay News 9 highlighting The Old Hernando Elementary School.

Marker to Remember Former Hernando Elementary School - Bay News 9

 

 

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Hornet Buzz- Week of October 26, 2026

Hornet Buzz- Week of October 26, 2026

Week of October 26, 2026 From the Desk of Mrs. Alligood Dear Hornet Families, This week, Hernando Elementary will celebrate Red Ribbon Week, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importan...
Episode 10 - Beyond the Bell: Band Showcase

Episode 10 - Beyond the Bell: Band Showcase

Three bands. One powerful performance. Plenty of school pride!In Episode 10 of Beyond the Bell, we’re taking you to our annual Band Showcase! The Citrus, Crystal River and Lecanto high school bands...
Old Homosassa Veteran's Day Tribute

Old Homosassa Veteran's Day Tribute

Please join us as our school community comes together to honor and express our deepest gratitude to the brave men and women who have served in our nation’s armed forces. We warmly invite all famili...
Hornet Buzz- Week of October 19, 2026

Hornet Buzz- Week of October 19, 2026

Week of October 19, 2026 From the Desk of Mrs. Alligood Dear Hornet Families, It’s hard to believe we have already completed our first quarter of the school year! As we begin Quarter 2, this is a w...
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