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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Polk County School Choice Application Window Opens Jan. 12
Families can apply for magnet schools, career academies, IB and Cambridge programs for the 2026–27 school year.
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Lakeland-born WonderHere Wins National Education Prize for Rethinking How Kids Learn
A family-style microschool model designed around childhood earns a $250,000 Yass Prize and looks to expand its reach in Polk County.
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Polk County Opens Workforce Readiness Center in Mulberry
The new center aligns with Florida’s push for career and technical education and high-demand jobs.
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Florida Poly Opens New Wendt Engineering Center to Boost Innovation
The 40,000-square-foot center expands Florida Poly’s engineering labs, adding room for future AI and cybersecurity learning.
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Polk Test Scores Show Statewide Lag But District-wide Gains
New data shows more Polk students scoring at lower proficiency levels, while district officials point to multi-year growth in reading, math, science and social studies.
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Teens Turn the Page: Lakeland’s Banned Book Club Gives Youth a Voice
In a state where book access is under scrutiny, two Polk County teens create a safe space to read freely — and discover the power of choice.