The bilingual, tuition-free public charter school’s new Bartow campus will feature a student kitchen, art studio with a kiln, dance space, and gardens.
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Kayla Borg is a Lakeland native and graduate of Western Carolina University, where she earned her degree in English and film production. She began her media career in Atlanta at CNN, quickly rising from production assistant editor to technical director/editor, leading live broadcasts alongside field reporters. Since then, she’s worked in education, instructional design and independent filmmaking.
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Demand for Skilled Trades Growing Faster than Polk Workforce
How are employers and colleges recruiting the next generation of skilled tradespeople?
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Polk County Launches Bus Pass Program to Help Residents Get to Court
A new partnership in Polk County is tackling a hidden barrier to navigating the justice system.
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Operation Green Light Offers a Path to Help Restore Driver’s Licenses
The one-week event waives collection fees from April 13-17. Full payment is still required.
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For 1 in 5 Students, Reading is a Barrier — Roberts Academy Is Working to Change That
Florida Southern College’s Roberts Academy marks 15 years of helping students with dyslexia close literacy gaps — and reshape their futures.
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Young Chefs Take the Spotlight at IDEA Lakeland Cook-Off
National program uses hands-on cooking to build confidence and encourage healthier habits among students.
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Polk Schools Approve WonderHere Pilot at Philip O’Brien Elementary
The two-year pilot will bring a project-based learning program into Philip O’Brien Elementary as part of a new public-private partnership.
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Many Polk Students Start Kindergarten Already Behind — Local Programs Aim to Change That
62% of Polk County children were not ready for kindergarten in 2024. Can early language skills and programs like Camp READY close the gap?
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GMF Steel Career Fair Draws Hundreds of Students to Explore Skilled Trades
Lakeland event connects high schoolers with construction career paths.
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Free Tax Program Helps Polk County Residents Save Hundreds on Filing
United Way of Central Florida expands its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, increasing daily appointments by 166%.