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PCPS Mourns Capt. Cody Khork

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:09:00 GMT

He enlisted in the National Guard in 2009 and was previously deployed to Saudi Arabia, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba; and Poland.

Auburndale High Teacher Wins Excellence in Education Award

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:08:00 GMT

Mothersill is one of four Florida educators who received the honor, which is presented by the state's Department of Education during Black History Month.

Focused on Excellence: Lucus Wilkins

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:40:00 GMT

Lucus is the principal at Winston Academy.

Lake Alfred Elementary Teacher Named “LifeChanger of the Year”

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:24:00 GMT

Lake Alfred Elementary Teacher Named “LifeChanger of the Year”

Focused on Excellence: Susan Stewart

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:36:00 GMT

Susan is a teacher resource specialist at East Area.

PCPS Announces 2025-26 CTE Students and Teachers of the Year

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:21:00 GMT

Last night we recognized our district’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) Students and Teachers of the Year.

Focused on Excellence: Kristin Smith

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:11:00 GMT

Kristin is the library media specialist at Chain of Lakes.

Polk County School Board Meeting Schedule for February 2026

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:33:00 GMT

Polk County School Board Meeting Schedule for February 2026