Polk school district, union reach agreement on contract giving teachers raises of up to 7%
The district and the union agreed on a contract that includes a $25 million pay package, the largest single salary increase ...
Where's the money? Florida seeks to better track school voucher funds at private schools
The Florida Senate has a plan to crack down on a school voucher program to improve tracking to ensure state money follows the ...
The reversal bill for school start times one step closer to being passed
State lawmakers are one step closer to reversing rules to push back school start times for middle and high schoolers.
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Teen battling cancer becomes honorary Polk County deputy in quest for World Record
The Texas teen who drew national attention when he became an honorary Secret Service agent has now made his way to Polk County on his quest for a world record.
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Polk Sheriff's Office: $84 an hour fee for reviewing school bus images only covers costs
Polk County Public Schools revised its agreement with Verra. The new contract gives Verra 60% of the program’s revenue. Verra ...
Testing hypotheses: Polk students compete in annual State Science and Engineering Fair
More than 900 students from throughout Florida took part in the 70th Annual State Science and Engineering Fair of Florida, ...
Polk County slides to 57th among Florida counties for child welfare in annual index
Polk County ranks 57th among 67 in the state for overall child welfare in the Florida 2025 Child Well-Being Index, down from ...