Some seats remain available at PCPS magnet schools for the 2021-22 school year. Applications are being accepted for the following schools and grade levels: Bethune…

It’s no secret: many restaurants are struggling to recruit talent in 2021.  Looking to find work in the food service industry? We’ve compiled a list…

When was the last time Kamryn Cribbs or Logan Duncan missed a day of school? That’s easy: never. Not even once, from kindergarten through 12th…

Polk County Public Schools is no longer requiring students and staff to wear face coverings. During tonight’s meeting, the Polk County School Board voted unanimously…

PCPS participates in the Summer Breakspot program, offering free meals to children while school is out. For more info, or to find a site near…

The Polk County School Board will hold a work session and board meeting on Tuesday, June 8. The work session will begin at 12:30 p.m.,…

Polk County Public Schools is partnering with the Florida Department of Health in Polk County to make COVID-19 vaccines available at no cost to all…

Polk County Public Schools is proud to announce the district’s Hall of Fame inductees for 2021. The new Hall of Fame members are: Charles “Dick”…

Polk County Public Schools has another pair of National Merit Scholars for 2021, bringing the total to six. Agastya Mittal from International Baccalaureate at Bartow…

Elbert Elementary’s Derek Hall has been named the Polk County Teacher of the Year by the Air Force Association (AFA). The honor, presented by the…