
Polk State collegiate high school students take top three spots in annual MLK essay contest

Coming back from winter break isn’t always a thrill, but for three Polk State College collegiate high school students, it was a victorious January. Polk State 10th-grade students took the top three spots in the…

Polk State closed 1/20 in observance of MLK Day

Polk State College and its collegiate high schools will be closed Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Saturday classes will take place as scheduled. Registration will continue to…

Polk State collegiate high schools accepting applications, hosting info sessions

With a new year underway, each of Polk State College’s collegiate high schools are currently accepting applications for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. Polk State’s three charter high schools allow students to simultaneously complete requirements for…

First group of 10th graders enjoying Polk State collegiate high school experience

For more than two decades, Polk State College has provided a unique experience through its collegiate high schools. Since the start of the semester, students at two collegiate high schools have been able to soak…

Polk State charter high schools to open application periods, hold info sessions

The application period for Polk State College’s three charter high schools is right around the corner. To help parents and students make informed decisions about which school is right for them, each of the three…

Polk State charter high schools earn high marks for 2023-24

Polk State College’s three collegiate high schools are filled with high-performing students. When it comes to school grades for the 2023-24 Academic Year, one might say the high schools themselves made the honor roll. According…

19 from Polk State’s collegiate high schools earn national recognition

The accomplishments of Polk State College’s three collegiate high schools regularly produce high achievers. That has been made evident once again with 19 students from Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High School, Polk State Chain of…

New to area, valedictorian and salutatorian find home at Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School

Daniela Peraza Vasquez and Alexandria Levesque were each brand new to the area when they enrolled at Polk State College Chain of Lakes Collegiate (COL) High School. The two will leave at the top of…

Severe weather possible for Tuesday, Jan. 9

UPDATE 2 P.M. 1/9/24: Governor Ron DeSantis has issued a state of emergency for 49 counties, including Polk County, due to severe weather expected throughout the state today. The state of emergency will allow Florida…

APPLY NOW for 10th & 11th grades at Polk State’s collegiate high schools

Polk State College’s collegiate high schools are launching 10th grade to expand accelerated learning opportunities and preparation for students interested in the collegiate program. Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School and Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High…