Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers like Mary Garrabrant and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.
A Drake University graduate in musical theatre and directing from Lakeland is an advocate for everyone's rights, says a proud grandmother.
Students head back to Polk County public schools on Friday. Parents can find the 2023-24 back-to-school guide on the district's website.
The extension is needed to finish the installation of a 48-inch stormwater drainage pipe as part of the ongoing West Pipkin Road widening.
The new partnership with Varsity Tutors provides tutoring as an extension to the classroom curriculum.
The donation will provide resources to enhance the college's nursing program.
More than 70 Florida colleges and universities made the 2023 U.S. News & World Report list of best colleges.
The Innovation, Science, and Technology Building was featured on the international TV show “How Did They Build That?"
Keep track of days off and early-release days for Polk County public schools with this 2022-23 calendar.
Here is a parent's guide to the 2022-23 school year at Polk County public schools.
From Wednesday, Aug. 10, through Friday, Aug. 12, Polk County Fire Rescue will be at school safety zones to remind drivers to slow down.
School and district staff will conduct the screenings, Polk County Public Schools Superintendent​ Fred Heid said.
The company will provide apparel as well as uniforms for each of Polk State's five athletic programs.
Funds will go to Polk State College, Broward College and Florida State College at Jacksonville to develop civic academies.
Substitute school crossing guard positions are open in Fort Meade, Haines City, Highland City, Lakeland and Lake Wales, the sheriff said.
YouthBuild-Lakeland has opened applications for its 6-month program that helps residents earn work certificates and a high school diploma.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office has openings for substitute school crossing guards throughout the county.
A Lakeland teacher and seniors painted an old oak chair a bright yellow color so that a student they lost could still be at graduation.
Jordan Jerome Corbett taught math and science in Bartow following his return from World War II.
County Citizens Defending Freedom contends 16 books on topics from 9/11 to LGBTQ+ themes may contain content harmful material for students.
Six schools in Polk County are trying the growing-globally video gaming option of playing sports, known as eSports.
Kylia Carswell, an experienced partnership builder for the Children's Home Society, will help establish community relationships for schools.
A retired coach at a Polk County school who guided many students while coaching for about 40 years received an official dedication Friday.
Polk County Public Schools is hosting a public meeting at Chain of Lakes Elementary to talk about the boundary zone of an elementary school.
The Polk County District College Fair will have its first ever face-to-face function since 2019 in March. Businesses will also be there.
Students majoring in business, political science and journalism can apply online for $1,200 assistance to help with college.
A curriculum coach at Karen M. Siegal Academy was honored with a new car after the school district announced her as "Teacher of the Year".
As PCPS applies for a federal grant that helps with operational changes, staff wants the community to give feedback through a survey.
Polk County Public Schools District said it urges parents to submit applications by February for priority consideration in upcoming year.
See how FAFSA applications changed for Lakeland area high schools.
A teacher at Karen M. Siegel Academy and a staff member at Brigham Academy were told they are finalists in 2022 Polk County Teacher awards.
Each of the seven school districts will receive a visit from Polk County Public Schools staff announcing finalists in the Inspire Awards.
Polk Education Association reached a two-year agreement regarding salaries and health care benefits for certain school employees.
Many students will attend class with desk shields to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. The plastic shields will be issued to K - 5.
The upcoming Polk District College Fair gives families the opportunity to learn more about colleges their kids are interested in, and more.
Schools in Lakeland, Lake Wales and Davenport are accepting applications for part-time and substitute crossing guards.
George Jenkins High School teacher Shelby Montgomery was honored for a creative program that blends orchestral and rock music into one.
Two-time Olympian, Arthur Blake, a Bartow native, who competed in the 1988 and 1992 Olympics was part of this record-history group.
Educators are working with the Florida Department of Health to give updates to parents on confirmed results reported by kids and teachers.