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PCPS Named Guy Harvey Conservation District

Thu, 14 May 2026 20:58:00 GMT

Polk County Public Schools has been named a Guy Harvey Conservation District for the 2025-26 school year

Four Harrison Students Win Arts for Life! Scholarships

Thu, 14 May 2026 15:06:00 GMT

Four seniors from Harrison School for the Arts have won Arts for Life! scholarships this year.

PCPS Seeking Nominations for District Advisory Council for 2026-27

Wed, 13 May 2026 19:43:00 GMT

Polk County Public Schools is seeking nominations for our District Advisory Council (DAC).

Two National Merit Winners Announced From IB Bartow

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:15:00 GMT

Congratulations to Jacob Heist and Indrani Nakka from IB Bartow.

Focused on Excellence: Laura Peay

Wed, 13 May 2026 13:56:00 GMT

Laura works for our Vision Program, and she supports 13 teachers who work with students who are visually impaired and blind.

Focused on Excellence: Keith Longley

Fri, 08 May 2026 18:37:00 GMT

Keith is the network manager at Jewett Middle.

New Kindergarten/First Grade Program Coming to Lakeland, Learn More May 12

Thu, 07 May 2026 13:21:00 GMT

WonderHere is partnering with Philip O’Brien to launch a new blended kindergarten/first grade program, designed to offer families an additional educational option rooted in hands-on learning, creativity and connection.

Focused on Excellence: Amelia Jacobo

Tue, 05 May 2026 16:29:00 GMT

Amelia is an ESOL paraeducator at Lena Vista.