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COE Applications Reopening June 8

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:33:00 GMT

COE is a statewide program that allows you to apply to any public school (excluding magnet schools) that still has seats open for next year.

Three More National Merit Winners From IB Bartow

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:56:00 GMT

Congratulations to Lucas Auto, Abigail Jennings and Navin Lall, all from IB Bartow.

Summer Meals Available in Polk County

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:18:00 GMT

School is out, but children in Polk County can receive free meals through the statewide Summer BreakSpot program.

Focused on Excellence: Lacy Tomlin

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:56:00 GMT

School is out, but Focused on Excellence continues! Congratulations to our next winner: Lacy Tomlin from Dundee Elementary Academy.

PCPS Partners With SchooLinks

Wed, 27 May 2026 19:26:00 GMT

Polk County Public Schools has partnered with SchooLinks, a college and career readiness platform to prepare secondary students for what comes after graduation.

Highlands Grove Student Wins State Art Contest

Wed, 27 May 2026 14:05:00 GMT

Noah Sisson from Highlands Grove Elementary is among the winners of Florida’s America250FL art and essay contest.

No Backpacks for Final Week of School

Thu, 21 May 2026 19:48:00 GMT

Beginning Tuesday, May 26, no backpacks will be allowed at all PCPS school sites for the remainder of the current school year.

PCPS Educator Receives “Growing the Future” Award

Mon, 18 May 2026 20:17:00 GMT

Roosevelt Academy educator Ray Cruze is this year’s recipient of the Growing the Future Award.