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Florida Polytechnic University reported a record-breaking student body of 2,342 students.
Florida Polytechnic University Key Breakdown of the Numbers Why It Matters: The milestone keeps Florida Poly…
Polk County Schools Face Overcrowding and Portable Crisis
Polk County Public Schools (PCPS) relying heavily on portable classrooms highlights the region’s ongoing challenge: balancing…
Why Polk County Schools Face Teacher Shortages
Teacher shortages ahead of the school year have been a persistent challenge for Polk County Public…
We are pleased to share that PCPS maintained its B grade and improved it for the 2025-2026 school year! Read all about it in the District’s latest press release below.
“Polk County Public Schools had another momentous year in 2025-26, and it showed up on our…
Polk County Public Schools (PCPS) just announced that backpacks are banned at all PCPS school sites for the final week of the school year
Beginning Tuesday, May 26, 2026, backpacks are banned at all PCPS school sites for the final…
50th Annual Polk County Schools Poetry Contest Awards
The 50th Annual Polk County Schools Poetry Contest Awards ceremony took place on May 11, 2026,…
The Polk County School Board approved an agreement with Fortress Secured LLC to build the new high school
The agreement with Fortress Secured LLC is the first time Polk County Public Schools is using…
New Kindergarten/First Grade Program Coming to Lakeland, Learn More May 12
A different kind of learning opportunity is coming to Philip O’Brien Elementary, and Polk County families…
Polk County Public Schools (PCPS) plans to bridge the gap between available mental health services and the families who need them
This commitment, formalized during the PEACE (Polk Equity Access and Community Empowerment) 26th Annual Nehemiah Action…
Group says Polk school district is removing books under state pressure
Recent reports and ongoing community advocacy highlight that the Polk County Public Schools (PCPS) district is…
Judge rejects lawsuit against Polk schools over book challenges
As of late March 2026, a judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought against the Polk County…
New beach volleyball courts at Lake Gibson and George Jenkins high schools
Just in time for spring: new beach volleyball courts at Lake Gibson and George Jenkins high…
Big news: We’re extending the school choice application window!
Big news: We’re extending the school choice application window! A technical issue this week might have…
Medical procedure to be required for Florida high school athletes starting in July
A medical test will soon be required for all Florida high school student-athletes, thanks to new…
Four students from Tenoroc High School’s Power Academy just secured internship placements with Lakeland Electric
Four students from Tenoroc High School‘s Power Academy just secured internship placements with Lakeland Electric, and…
Polk County school leaders vote to move forward on rezoning 16 high schools
Polk County school leaders vote to move forward on rezoning 16 high schools Polk County’s school…
Polk County’s graduation rate increased to 87.7% in 2025, up 5.5% percent the year before
Polk County’s graduation rate increased to 87.7% in 2025, up 5.5% percent the year before. Polk’s…
Cendall Williams from Harrison School for the Arts is among the winners of this year’s prestigious YoungArts awards
Cendall Williams from Harrison School for the Arts is among the winners of this year’s prestigious…
SEEKING JUDGES: 71st State Science and Engineering Fair of Florida
Register to be a judge at the 71st State Science and Engineering Fair of Florida STEM Competition…
Season’s greetings from PCPS guardians!
For the fifth year, a group of our safety guardians partnered with the Kiwanis Club of…
PCPS Celebrates Kiddie Christmas 2025
It’s never too early for Christmas! Today was PCPS’ annual Kiddie Christmas event. Every year, employees…
Cursive lessons will be mandatory for Florida kids if this bill passes
Elementary school kids might be required once again to learn how to read and write in…
Harrison School for the Arts Press Releases for Guitar Concert on 11/18 and V.A. 8th Grade Invitational on 11/20
Harrison School for the Arts is honored to once again host our 8 th Grade Invitational visual artexhibit…
Polk County teacher keeps job after birthday song complaint, faces reprimand over video
Polk County Public Schools said that although this is a longstanding practice, she is not allowed…
Florida Passes Public School Spanking Law: New Uniform Corporal Punishment Rules
House Bill 1255 mandates opt-in approval from parents and sets new oversight rules for physical discipline,…
Sleepy Hill Elementary School Lakeland Issue
When someone who doesn’t speak fluent English and needs an interpreter. The Principal at Sleepy Hill,…
PCPS Mourns the Passing of School Board Member Rick Nolte
Polk County Public Schools is deeply saddened by the passing of District 3 School Board Member…
Polk School Board wants you to pay a 1 Mill Tax Proposal for Teacher Pay
After months of planning, the Polk County School Board has disclosed the referendum it wants to…
The Diocese of Orlando welcomes Principal Kristen Hall, who will take the helm at St. Anthony School in Lakeland
Hall had spent the past three years serving as the assistant principal of St. Anthony. She…
Lakeland PD promotes back-to-school safety ahead of school on Monday
Polk County has been ranked as one of the deadliest counties in the state for pedestrians,…
Polk County Public Schools considering high school rezoning due to population changes
High school boundaries are changing in Polk County due to attendance shifts and population growth throughout…
Polk County schools receive ‘B’ grade for the first time since 2019
Polk County’s school superintendent calls the district’s “B” grade an “affirmation” for his employees. “It really…
Beginning Tuesday, May 27, no backpacks will be allowed at all PCPS school sites for students in grades 3-12
Beginning Tuesday, May 27, no backpacks will be allowed at all PCPS school sites for students…
Harrison School for the Arts
Harrison String Orchestra to Perform in New York City The Harrison String Orchestra is proud to…